No matter the time, the reason, or the season, the best kind of snack to fill you up (and keep you that way) is one that is filled with protein. Nuts are especially handy as a snack food, because they are protein-rich, portable, and give us a daily dose of […]
Almond and Flax Crackers with Smoked Almond Spread
Makes 12 servings Ingredients 1 cup almonds 1 cup smoked almonds 1/2 cup golden flaxseeds 2 tablespoons coriander seeds 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce 1 tablespoon agave nectar 1 1/2 cup water, or as needed, divided use Kosher salt, as needed Micro herbs and edible flowers, as needed for […]
Back to School Recipes
Whether you’re a kid going back to school, a parent whose kids are going back to school, a hard-working teacher, or just someone who once went back to school, you know that it can be a tough transition from summer to school. To help, we’ve brought together some of our […]
Baked Sweet Potato Chips
Makes 4 servings Though there is no replicating the crisp perfection of a fried potato chip, baked sweet potatoes offer indulgence that we can feel good about. These are best right out of the oven and are great on their own or served with a dip or layered as nachos. […]
Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI and Ginger Refresher
Makes 4 servings *The Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) is the name of an area, a specific place, or, in exceptional cases, the name of a country, used as a description of an agricultural product, which comes from such an area, place, or country, which has a specific quality, goodwill, or […]
Beans and Greens Sauté
Makes 6 servings Prepare this savory sauté in a cast-iron skillet right on a grill alongside other items, or make it ahead of time on the stovetop to serve with bread or other proteins. If you can’t find beet greens, substitute spinach, kale, escarole, collard greens, or turnip greens. Ingredients […]
Black Bean and Quinoa-Stuffed Zucchini
Makes 4 servings Quinoa is a great base for a stuffing, which you can use in zucchini, like we do here, or other veggies like portobello mushrooms, acorn squash, or bell peppers. Substitute any bean for black beans, or even shredded cooked chicken. Ingredients 4 large zucchinis, halved lengthwise 5 […]
Brussels Sprouts with Mustard Glaze
Makes 4 servings Brussels sprouts, a member of the cabbage family, are usually available fresh from late summer to late winter. Select small, bright-green sprouts with closed leaves. The smaller Brussels sprouts are more tender than the larger ones. If the Brussels sprouts are to be served with a meat […]
Bulgur & Lentil Pilaf With Caramelized Onions
Makes 6 to 8 servings Ingredients 1 cup lentils, washed 6 1/2 cups chicken stock or water, divided 3 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil 3 tablespoons olive oil 5 onions, peeled, halved, thinly sliced 2 cups bulgur, coarse grain Kosher salt, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste […]
Cooking “en Papillote”
Cooking food in pouches can seem gimmicky, but it’s actually a great method for preparing quick and easy meals for one person or a party for ten! Cooking in pouches, known in French as en papillote, or “in paper,” is a method of steaming foods with their own juices, with […]
Corn and Tomato Salad with Basil Vinaigrette
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 […]
Creamy Corn with Blackened Tilapia
Makes 4 servings You can use any fish that you like in this recipe, like cod, salmon, or even shrimp or calamari. The creamy corn is best cooked the day you plan to enjoy it, but to save time, you can grate the corn up to 2 days ahead and […]