Entries by Meredith Lehman

Oven Baked White Sweet Potato Wedges

Oven Baked White Sweet Potato Wedges Sweet potatoes are super nutritious and packed with vitamins. This healthy alternative makes it easy to curb your french fry craving. www.simplyrecipes.com INGREDIENTS • 2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 3 large) • ¼ cup olive oil • 1 tbsp sugar • 1 tbsp salt • 1-2 tbsp spice combination […]

Asparagus with Breadcrumbs and Parmesan

Asparagus with Breadcrumbs and Parmesan INGREDIENTS • 4 slices rustic white or wheat bread (3 ounces), crusts removed, torn into large pieces • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan • Coarse salt and ground pepper • 2 large bunches asparagus (about 1 pound each), ends trimmed, stalks peeled • 1/2 lemon […]

Grilled Radishes

Grilled Radishes Radishes can be eaten cooked or raw and come in a wide range of shapes, sizes, colors and flavors. They can be the size of a nut or as big as a carrot. They are at their peak between April and July. This preparation is similar to roasting beets and it’s very simple […]

Ramp Butter

Ramp Butter This a great recipe for making your own compound butter. It’s a tasty spread on bread or melted in pasta dishes. INGREDIENTS • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature • 2 to 3 ramps, cleaned, white part minced, green parts halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest […]

Pickled Ramps

Pickled Ramps Try using pickled ramps over grilled chicken or on artisanal bread with a variety of cheeses. www.marthastewart.com INGREDIENTS • 1 cup white-wine vinegar • 1/2 cup sugar • 1 1/4 teaspoons coarse salt • 1 teaspoon whole coriander seeds • 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds • 1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns • Pinch of […]

White Bean Soup with Spinach and Leeks

White Bean Soup with Spinach and Leeks This soup is a delicious way to combine both leeks and spinach. It’s rather thick, making it more like a meal. You can use dried legumes or canned, and using canned for this recipe will cut down on the cooking time. www.eatgood4life.com INGREDIENTS • 2-3 large leeks, whites […]

Grilled Ramps and Asparagus

Grilled Ramps and Asparagus As Martha Stewart says: “grill ramps quickly to make the most of their wild, earthy flavor”. These wild onions are found between March and June and have the flavor combination of spring onions and garlic. INGREDIENTS • 1 bunch (about 10-15) ramps • 1 bunch asparagus • 3 tbsp extra virgin […]

Grilled Asparagus and Ricotta Pizza

Pizzas are a fun and easy way to use a variety of fresh herbs and vegetables. As featured in Real Simple and All Recipes, this a great way to showcase asparagus on a pizza! INGREDIENTS • 1/4 cup ricotta • 1/2 bunch asparagus, grilled • 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest • Herb Oil (recipe below) […]

Fish Tacos with Salsa Verde and Radish Salad

Fish Tacos with Salsa Verde and Radish Salad Everyday Food, 2008. This crunchy radish salad is fresh and zingy and a great addition to any type of fish. INGREDIENTS • 1 bunch fresh cilantro (roots and thick stems removed) • 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 2 limes) • 3 tablespoons olive oil • Coarse […]

Broccoli Rabe, Turkey Sausage and Parmesan Cheese

Broccoli Rabe, Turkey Sausage and Parmesan Cheese Pasta We make this recipe often, simply because it’s tasty, easy and quick! Broccoli Rabe, or Rapini, can simply be sauteed with chopped garlic, olive oil and red pepper flakes, or you can add it to pasta dishes or use it on sandwiches. In Philadelphia, if you ever […]

Roasted Broccoli

Roasted Broccoli This is an easy recipe that can be applied to many different vegetables. It takes minimal prep time and really makes a big difference in the way your broccoli will taste! INGREDIENTS • Fresh Broccoli • Kosher Salt • Freshly Ground Pepper • Olive Oil DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Wash and […]

Orzo with Roasted Vegetables

Orzo with Roasted Vegetables “This salad is great when you have a bunch of veggies and want to use them all at once,” said Lehman. “It’s a hearty salad with a lot of natural flavor from the combination of fresh ingredients.” Ingredients: 1 small eggplant, peeled and diced into ¾-inch pieces 1 red bell pepper, […]