Winter Squash Spread – What’s in a Name?Hummus means chickpeas
I didn’t realize what a stickler for “tradition” I’d become. The last straw, so to speak, came after making a recipe called “Squash Hummus.” It sounded interesting so I tried it. Only to be completely surprised. Hummus it was not. Continue reading Winter Squash Spread – Savory-Sweet & Tasty, Too
Summer Squash the Italian Way – With a Sweet and Sour DressingThe Italian term agrodolce (pronounced “agro-dolchay”) describes sweet and sour sauce made with a reduction of vinegar and sweetener (usually sugar). The name comes from “agro” (sour) and “dolce” (sweet). Summer Squash Agrodolce Salad is an unusual pairing. Traditionally agrodolce accompanies meats, pasta and cooked vegetables. Continue reading Summer Squash Agrodolce Salad
Summer Vegetable Gratin – A Go-To Recipe for Late Summer VegetablesWith an almost overwhelming abundance of late summer vegetables in the garden or your CSA box, the ongoing search for new recipes continues. This recipe for a Summer Vegetable Gratin is a winner. Layering large amounts of eggplant, tomatoes, chard and basil makes one very flavorful gratin. Continue reading Summer Vegetable Gratin w/ Eggplant, Tomatoes, Chard, Pesto
Tortino di Fagiolini – Italian Savory Pie w/ Lots of Green BeansLong, hot days of August go hand-in-hand with the incredible diversity of ripening summer produce. Our farmers’ market has its tables overflowing with a profusion of colors, shapes and selection. With perfect temperatures, occasional rain and long days of sunshine it’s been a great growing season here in southwest Montana. Having lots and lots of green beans Continue reading Tortino w/ Green Beans, Caramelized Onions, Fresh Herbs
Peak Tomatoes — Ripe, Sweet, JuicyIt’s August. Ripe tomatoes fresh from the garden are at their peak flavor, color and texture. Peak tomatoes shine when simply prepared. Summer’s essential Fresh Tomato Salad requires only a gentle tossing of ripened tomatoes with your best olive oil, balsamic vinegar, fresh herbs, salt and pepper. Continue reading Fresh Tomato Salad – Summer’s Essential Salad
Raspberry Frozen Yogurt – So Luscious, So QuickSimply 4 ingredients and 3 steps. That’s all it takes to make this luscious, creamy, deeply colored Raspberry Frozen Yogurt. Such a treat on its own. And even more delicious and de-lovely when topped with a glistening Chunky Raspberry Sauce. Continue reading Raspberry Frozen Yogurt w/ Chunky Raspberry Sauce
Squash Ribbons to the RescueTis the season for lots and lots of summer squash. In fact, ever-increasing numbers of summer squash now grace our gardens and farmers’ markets. Squash ribbons can help resolve many a summer squash quandary. They are fun Continue reading Squash Ribbons and Fennel Salad with Red Quinoa
