We’ve enjoyed lots of visitors and I’ve been making lots of granola. I put it out for breakfast with berries, honey, and yogurt. This is the latest version upon which I’ve landed. Orange zest, cinnamon and cardamom – a classic combo!
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Sugar Snap Pea Salad with Radishes, Mint and Ricotta Salata
Yield: 4 Servings I have been searching for ways to use all the radishes I’ve been getting from my Chubby Bunny Farm CSA. This salad is delicious, crunchy and unexpected. It could make a radish lover out of anyone. Ricotta salata is a cheese made from sheep’s milk that is salted and pressed. It is sort of like an […]
Pesto
Yield: 4 cups As a testament to its delicous goodness, there are a million versions of pesto out there. After many experiments, this is the basic recipe on which I have settled (with thanks to Ina!). Last week I substitued arugula for basil and pecans for pine nuts. Yummy. Have at it! Ingredients: 1/4 cup walnuts 1/4 cup pine […]
Tabouli
Yield: 4 servings This makes good use of quinoa or bulgur – you can use either one. I’m on a quinoa kick lately, so that’s what I’ve used here. This is one of my favorite grain salads. Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa ¼ cup lemon juice (about 2 lemons) ¼ cup olive oil ½ teaspoon salt 2 […]
Dal
Yield: 4-6 servings I’ve had a specific request for a recipe for Dal, a traditional Indian dish based on a variety of dried beans, split peas, and lentils. This is just one (non-traditional) version. It’s light, satisfying, high in protein, easy and vegetarian. Enjoy it with pita and a cool cucumber raita or serve it as a side dish with chicken […]
Roasted Peppers Stuffed with Canadian Bacon and White Beans
Yield: 4 peppers In this dish, roasted red peppers are stuffed with Canadian bacon, white beans, tomatoes, feta, wilted arugula, and your grain of choice. I use quinoa; however bulgur, brown rice, or whole wheat couscous would work just as well. This is a great way to use leftover cooked grains. You can also substitute […]
Halibut with Artichokes, Tomatoes, White Beans and Barley
Yield: 4 servings This is a delicious meal. Sometimes I make the barley ahead of time because it’s on the stove for an hour. I refrigerate it and then reheat it just before serving. Make the broth first, and while it comes to a simmer, cook the fish. It all comes together very quickly, especially […]