Desserts, Sauces, Dressings, and Condiments

Mixed Berry Sauce

Makes about 4 cups Ingredients 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen sliced strawberries 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries 1 cup sugar 2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh Directions Combine 1 cup of the raspberries, 1 cup of the strawberries, 3/4 cup of the […]

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No-Fuss Strawberry Jam

Makes about 2 cups Homemade jam is such a special treat, and a wonderful gift. The process of canning and preserving is overwhelming, but you can skip that step with this recipe. Refrigerate just enough to use for a month or so, and then freeze the rest in plastic containers […]

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North African-Style Sauce

Makes 1 cup Ingredients 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 3 tablespoons chopped parsley 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic 3/4 teaspoon paprika 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper Directions Combine the oil, lemon juice, parsley, […]

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Pesto

Makes about 3 cups Ingredients 1 oz (3 tablespoons) pine nuts 1 small garlic clove Kosher salt as needed 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus as needed 8 oz basil leaves (about 4 cups loosely packed leaves) 2 oz (1/2 cup) grated Pecorino Romano 2 oz (1/2 cup) grated Parmigiano-Reggiano […]

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Pickled Carrots

Makes about 3 cups This pickled carrot mix is shredded and prepared like a relish, for use on sandwiches, salads, and grain bowls, or as a filling for rice paper-wrapped summer rolls. Ingredients 1/2 cup rice wine vinegar 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut […]

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Pistou

Makes about 3/4 cup Pistou is the subtly different French version of pesto, the fragrant Italian herb paste. While pesto typically includes nuts, pistou may or may not. The key ingredients for both are basil, olive oil, garlic, and cheese. In fact, the first version of pistou was essentially a […]

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Preserved Lemons

Makes 1 quart Use preserved lemons (flesh and rind!) in stews, soups, salad dressings, and even pastas. They will add an unexpected burst of brightness and a surprising savory element you don’t expect from lemon. 6 lemons 1/2 cup salt Juice of 6 lemons 1. Wash the lemons very well. […]