Couscous with Roasted Fennel and Toasted Almonds

Couscous with Roasted Fennel and Toasted Almonds Juice from one orange, about 1/2 cup 1/3 cup black raisins 1 fennel bulb, trimmed and cored and cut into about 16 slim wedges 3 tablespoons good quality olive oil, divided ¼ cup almonds 1…

Shanghai Noodles with Chicken and Bok Choy

Shanghai Noodles with Chicken and Bok Choy 1 lb. fresh Chinese egg noodles 1 Tbs. Asian dark sesame oil 2 Tbs. peanut or canola oil 1 garlic clove, minced 1 Tbs. finely grated fresh ginger 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes 3 cups wide…

Fresh Tomato and Arugula Pasta

Fresh Tomato and Arugula Pasta 2 2/3 cups dried ziti (8 ounces) 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 - 6 medium tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped (3 cups) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon…

Sautéed Sugar Snap Peas

Sautéed Sugar Snap Peas 1 pound fresh sugar snap peas 1 tablespoon good olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Sea salt or fleur de sel, for serving Remove and discard the stem end and…

Oven Roasted Golden Beets

Oven Roasted Golden Beets 2-3 golden beets 2-3 T vegetable oil salt and pepper to taste Peel and chop into cubes golden beets. Toss with vegetable oil and put in a baking sheet or tray, making sure the beets are in a single layer.…

Roasted Beet, Sugar Snap Pea and Arugula Salad

Roasted Beet, Sugar Snap Pea and Arugula Salad 3 medium beets, trimmed 1/2 pound sugar snap peas, trimmed 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon cider vinegar 1/4 cup olive oil 3 tablespoons chopped…