Entries by Meredith Lehman

Spinach with Sesame and Garlic

Spinach with Sesame and Garlic 3 Tbsp dark sesame oil 1 Tbsp minced garlic 1 lb fresh spinach (if using mature spinach, soak in water to clean, drain, squeeze out excess water, remove and discard large stems, roughly chop leaves) 1 Tbsp sugar 1 Tbsp soy sauce Salt to taste 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds […]

Caramelized Leek and Bacon Pizza

INGREDIENTS 6 slice thick-cut bacon 2 medium leeks flour 1 lb. store-bought pizza dough 1 tbsp. olive oil 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/4 c. mascarpone 1 1/2 c. shredded mozzarella 1/4 c. grated Parmesan In a large pan over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate; set aside. […]

Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies

From Amy’s Healthy Baking: 1 cup instant oats ¾ cup whole wheat or gluten-free* flour 1 ½ tsp baking powder 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon ⅛ tsp salt 2 tbsp  coconut oil or unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly 1 large egg, room temperature 1 tsp vanilla extract ½ cup pure maple syrup ¾ cup […]

Baked Sweet Potato Fries

1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper fine sea salt, to taste Slice your sweet potatoes into long, thin strips, about 1/4-inch wide. It’s important that the fries are uniformly sized for even cooking. Add the fries […]

Blue Potato Hash with Kale and Fried Eggs

INGREDIENTS 3 medium purple potatoes (or you can use sweet potatoes) 1 medium white onion, diced 3 tablespoons of ghee or coconut oil (more for cooking eggs, roasting potatoes) 1 bunch of green or tuscan kale, stems removed and rough chopped 3 large pasture raised humane certified chicken eggs sea salt fresh cracked pepper red […]

Perfect Arugula Salad

2 tablespoonsolive oil 2 tablespoonsfreshly squeezed lemon juice 1/8 teaspoonkosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 5 ounces arugula (about 5 packed cups) 2 ounces shaved Parmesan cheese (about 2/3 cup) Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and a few grinds of black pepper together in a large bowl. Add the arugula and toss to combine. Top with […]

Peach, Tomato and Corn Salad

2 large or 3-4 medium tomatoes, each cut into 8 wedges 1-2 peaches, diced (about 1 cup) 1 cup fresh corn kernels (from 2 small ears or 1 large ear) 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 cup Honey Vinaigrette 2 ounces feta or goat cheese, crumbled (about 1/2 cup) 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Combine tomato wedges, […]

How to Cook Spaghetti Squash

1 large spaghetti squash (2 small spaghetti squash can be subbed per 1 large) 1 Tbsp oil 1 pinch sea salt Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line a large rimmed baking sheet or baking dish with parchment paper or foil. Carefully halve spaghetti squash lengthwise using a sharp knife. I find the best […]

Eggplant Sandwich with Sweet Peppers and Candy Onions

8 (1/2-inch-thick) eggplant slices Olive oil 2 suntan bell or cubanelle peppers or sweet peppers 4 Slices ciabatta bread 1 Candy/Yellow/Spring onion, sliced 2 tablespoons pesto (you can use refrigerated or make your own) 1 cup butterhead lettuce, baby arugula OR baby spinach 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup (2 ounces) cheese- fresh […]

Breakfast Skillet with Mushrooms, Peppers, Eggs, Onions/Chives

2 large eggs 1 small potato, cooked and diced 4 baby portobello mushrooms, sliced 3 Tb chopped red onion or chives 2 Tb chopped sweet pepper 1 heaping cup of baby spinach canola oil salt and pepper INSTRUCTIONS In a medium skillet heated on high, add enough canola oil to lightly coat the bottom of your pan then add the potatoes, […]

Tuscan Bean, Escarole and Potato Soup

  1 large bunch escarole 2 pounds red-skinned potatoes 1 medium onion (yellow or white) 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic 2 quarts vegetable stock 1 bay leaf rind of a Romano cheese triangle (plus grated Romano for serving) ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes ⅓ teaspoon salt ⅓ teaspoon black pepper 2 15-oz cans cannellini or Great Northern beans (drained & rinsed)   Start by preparing your escarole. Make sure your sink is clean and […]

Roasted Delicata Squash

2  medium delicata squash (about 1 1/2 pounds total) 2 tablespoons  olive oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper   Heat the oven. Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat the oven to 425°F. Prep and cut delicata squash. Trim ends off 2 medium delicata squash. Cut in half lengthwise and use […]