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…

Summer Squash Ribbons with Feta and Pine Nuts

Summer Squash Ribbons with Feta and Pine Nuts 3-4 Small Yellow Squash 3-4 Green or Purple Scallions a few sprigs of Basil 1 Tbsp. crumbled Feta or freshly Grated Parmesan 1 Tbsp. Pine Nuts Trim the ends from each squash. Using…

Braised Tuscan Kale with Spring Onions

Braised Tuscan Kale with Spring Onions 1-2 pounds Tuscan kale stems and center ribs discarded 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 pound pancetta, cut into 1/4-inch dice (1 3/4 cups) 1 fresh thyme sprig 1 Turkish or 1/2 California…

Kale Chips

Kale Chips 1 small bunch kale (about 1/2 pound) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon salt Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray two baking trays with cooking spray. Remove the center rib and stems from each…

Fresh Strawberry Jam

Fresh Strawberry Jam • 2 cups sugar • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced • 1 quart fresh strawberries, hulled and halved Combine the sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a small saucepan and cook over very low heat for 10 minutes,…

Summer Squash Tacos

Summer Squash Tacos 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1-2 small white spring onions, finely chopped Salt to taste 2 garlic cloves, minced ¾ pound tomatoes, peeled and diced 1 ½ pounds summer squash, cut in small dice (about…

Summer Squash and Mushroom Quesadillas

Summer Squash and Mushroom Quesadillas 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1 cup spring onions, sliced into strips 3-4 cups yellow squash and/or zucchini, sliced into coins 2 cups mushrooms, sliced 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped Four 10-inch tortillas…

Garlicky Parsley Pesto Pasta

Garlicky Parsley Pesto Pasta 2 packed cups flat-leaf parsley, stems removed 2 cups ramps, green garlic, or a mixture of 4 cloves garlic and the green parts of 4 scallions or spring onions 1⁄2 cup walnuts 2 tbsp. lemon zest (from…

Savory Kale and Mushroom Bread Pudding

Savory Kale and Mushroom Bread Pudding 1 bunch kale, any type, stemmed and washed thoroughly in 2 changes of water 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil ½ pound mushrooms, sliced 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, coarsely chopped 1 to…