Makes 8 servings This is a very simple, straightforward, no-frills gazpacho recipe. It is tangy and fresh, with a full-bodied texture thanks to a generous pour of olive oil. Experiment with proportions to find your perfect balance. Ingredients 4 lb tomatoes, cored and chopped 2 cups chopped green pepper 2 […]
Homemade Fruity Granola Bars
Makes 16 granola bars Making snacks at home is an easy way to control the ingredients that go into our foods, and granola bars are one of the easiest recipes. We’ve included an assortment of dried fruit that we really love, but you substitute any of your favorites. Add 1/4 […]
Horchata Iced Coffee
Makes 8 servings This horchata and coffee mixture is refreshing and lightly spiced, making it the perfect pick-me-up on those warmer fall days. Adjust the amount or horchata or coffee to your preference, or you can even substitute the brewed coffee for one or two shots of espresso or cold […]
Ingredient Spotlight: Dates
When you are food-minded, thinking about dates makes your heart flutter for a very different reason. Luckily, the dates we have in mind are a bit less awkward and nerve-wracking than the romantic kind. Dates, which are the fruit of the date palm, are one of nature’s sweetest creations. You […]
Making Quick and Easy Vegetable Stock
Stocks and broths are the literal foundation of every soup, stew, and braise we make, and that’s why we are extra enthusiastic about using homemade stocks (or broths, but let’s just say stocks from now on!) whenever possible. We aren’t oblivious to the absolute convenience of the store-bought versions—or to […]
Matzo Ball Soup
Minted Fava Beans
Makes 5 small-bite servings Ingredients 2 lb fresh fava beans 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 shallots, thinly sliced Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon Salt, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon shredded or chopped mint leaves Directions In a medium sauté pan, heat […]
Mixed Grain Pilaf
Makes 6 cups, approximately 10 to 12 servings This pilaf is delicious, but neutral flavored, making it a great mix-and-match meal prep recipe. Eat at as a hot side dish, chilled and sprinkled over green salads, or mixed with leftover meats and veggies to stuff peppers or eggplant. Ingredients 2 […]
Panitta Fritta o Panelle
Makes 4 servings (12 pieces) Ingredients 1 1/4 cups chickpea flour, sifted 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt, plus more as needed 1 1/2 cups cold water 1/4 cup thinly sliced scallion, white part only 1 tbsp chopped flat-leaf parsley 1/2 tsp chopped sage 1/2 tsp […]
Pineapple and Jicama Salsa
Makes 2 cups Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 limes, juiced Kosher salt, as needed Freshly ground black pepper, as needed 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 2 jicama, peeled and cut into small dice 1 pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into small dice 2 cups minced red onion 2 red bell […]
Prosciutto & Egg Pizza
Makes 6 servings
Pumpkin, Zucchini, and Chickpea Tagine
Makes 6 servings Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons minced ginger 1 cup diced onion 1 1/2 cups diced leeks (white and light green parts only) 5 garlic cloves, minced 1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder 2 1/2 cups peeled diced pumpkin or butternut squash 1 zucchini, diced 3 1/2 […]