Each season, the overwhelming harvest of figs makes me frantic. They are at the farmers’ market, the orphaned neighbor’s tree, and in my own yard, bursting forth on a daily basis in tantalizing shades of greens and purples. Plump and juicy they are too delicious and voluminous to be left untended. So I pick and… Continue reading The Wonderful Fig
Category: Recipes
Seasonal Eats
The summer bounty of fruit has done its number on me. Peach, raspberry, strawberry and peach marmalade are waiting for their labels. Figs are coming on the big and small trees we have, but I’m sure to frequent the farmers markets to get in on the best crops. What to do with all that… Continue reading Seasonal Eats
Summer Zucchini Pizza
THAT UBIQUITOUS ZUCCHINI It’s the season, they are everywhere and can be used in sautés, cakes, muffins, ragouts, stews, soups and now……..PIZZA! INGREDIENTS Round pizza pan 1 large globe zucchini sm. disk of Brie or other melting cheese, thinly sliced 2T fresh chopped herbs (thyme, basil, lemon balm, etc.) 3T tomato paste I sheet puff… Continue reading Summer Zucchini Pizza
A Secret Discovery About Tiramisù
The Italian Classic Dessert It was close to my last day in Lucca while visiting my cousin Roberto, that one of the secrets of an Italian classic dessert was revealed to me. One of the family’s favorite gelato shops was on the other side of town, and Roberto was determined I was not to leave… Continue reading A Secret Discovery About Tiramisù
The Season is FIGS!
Glorious Figs The parable of the fig tree exists throughout the bible and in other spiritual and fictional works. In Matthew 24:32 it tells us “its lesson: as soon as its branch becomes tender and puts out its leaves, you know that summer is near.” Many references of the fig and fig tree are translated… Continue reading The Season is FIGS!
Whole Grain Breakfast
A whole grain, wholly delicious breakfast!
Organic Braised Greens
Organic BRAISED GREENS with Organic Beans, Whole Grains and Uncured Sausage, Serves 4-6 There’s nothing like an unexpected blustery evening with this warming mix of healthy foods. Braising greens brought home from the farmers market cook right up into a hearty taste treat for dinner! Read more….below. Ingredients 5-6 cloves garlic, minced 1 leek, small (or shallot/red… Continue reading Organic Braised Greens
The Best, Last, Ultimate Recipe for Hard Boiled Eggs
Here’s a foolproof method for perfect hard boiled eggs. It’s the only recipe you’ll need. THE BEST, LAST, ULTIMATE RECIPE FOR HARD BOILED EGGS Place 2 inches of water in a medium saucepan with a steamer basket. Place eggs in steamer basket and bring to boil with lid. Lower heat to simmer. Steam for 13… Continue reading The Best, Last, Ultimate Recipe for Hard Boiled Eggs
Whole Grain Berry Good “Rice” Pudding
Here’s another way to get your whole grains. Delicious in the morning or during any part of your day. This one is made with a whole grain medley from Bob’s Red Mill called “Grains of Discovery.” Whole Grain Berry Good “Rice” Pudding Serves 4-6 1 cup Whole Grain Medley* (Bob’s Red Mill “Grains of Discovery”)… Continue reading Whole Grain Berry Good “Rice” Pudding
One More Time with Asparagus
From “TRAVEL TIPS from SeeCalifornia.com” comes this Festival Feature in Fresno, April 15-17: San Joaquin County grows the most asparagus of any place in the U.S. Top 3 California Asparagus Counties: San Joaquin 42.2% | Fresno 28.6% | Monterey 27.4% Asparagus is planted in the ground three years before it can be harvested for the full season;… Continue reading One More Time with Asparagus
Travels About Town 