In August, we start to see the end of summer produce. But those last fruits and veggies to ripen in the summer sun just happen to be some of our favorites to cook! Whether you’re swimming in tomatoes, eggplant, or peaches, let these recipes inspire you for the last of […]
Makes 4 portions Choclo is large-kernel corn, typically available frozen at grocery stores or specialty markets, that can be treated just like every day sweet corn kernels. Cancha is similarly large-kernel corn that is fried and crunchy, like an American-style corn nut.
Makes 8 servings A chimichanga is essentially a fried burrito, so this recipe starts with a homemade tortilla dough. Don’t be intimidated (also don’t be afraid to substitute prepared burrito-sized tortillas)! The dough comes together easily for a tender, crisp exterior. The filling is made up of chayote, a tender […]
Makes 6 to 8 servings Ingredients 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons sugar 1 to 2 teaspoons chili powder, optional Kosher salt, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 3 ears corn, plus corn milk if available, or 2 cups corn kernels 3 tablespoons diced red or green pepper, […]
Makes 6 Servings Ingredients 2 heads Bibb or Boston lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces 1/2 red bell pepper (peeled, seeded, and diced) 1/2 cucumber (peeled, seeded, and diced) 1/2 tomato (peeled, seeded, and diced) 1/2 celery stalk, diced 4 radishes, sliced thin Kernels cut from 1 fresh corn ear, grilled […]
Makes 4 to 6 servings The basil is a nice bright flavor in this quick and easy broth, but you can use whatever herb you may have on hand. Substitute zucchini for the yellow squash, if necessary. We like to serve this with puréed roasted peppers or sun-dried tomatoes, if […]
Makes 4 to 6 servings This salad is simple as summer, with the season’s biggest flavor powerhouse ingredients. Serve it as a side dish or as a main course topped with grilled shrimp or stewed beans. We love it for lunch with a slice of crusty bread to soak up […]
Makes 6 servings Ingredients 1 quart corn kernels, fresh or frozen 1 cup heavy cream 2 slices bacon, minced 1 onion, medium, finely diced 1 red bell pepper, finely diced 1 celery stalk, finely diced 1 garlic clove, minced 1 1/2 quarts chicken broth 3 yellow potatoes, peeled and diced […]
Makes 2 dozen muffins These are classic corn muffins, perfect for toasting on a griddle with some salted butter or to dunk in a hot bowl of chili. Ingredients 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/4 cups cornmeal 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 tablespoon baking powder 4 eggs 1 cup […]
Makes 6 servings Ingredients 2 cups sweet corn kernels (from about 3 ears) 1 cup haricots verts, cut into 1-inch pieces, blanched 1 1/4 cups seeded, diced cucumber 1 cup sliced radishes 1 cup roasted golden beets, diced 2 cups golden cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup raspberries 1 cup pitted […]
Makes 32 tortillas Homemade tortillas may not seem worth the trouble, but if you haven’t had a fresh tortilla, you are truly missing out. A super-simple mixture of masa harina, water, and a bit of salt combine to form the dough, which you can press with a tortilla press (you […]
Makes one disc, enough for one 9-inch single-crust pie This crispy cornmeal crust was developed to be used for both savory and sweet pies. It is especially good paired with stone fruit pies and galettes—just be sure to purchase a high-quality, stone-ground fine cornmeal for the best flavor. Ingredients 1 […]