Main Dishes

Whole Wheat Penne with Roasted Cauliflower and Parsley Pesto

Pesto typically made with basil can be made with a variety of herbs including arugula, cilantro, dill, oregano, rosemary, sage, tarragon, and thyme. Pesto originated in Genoa, Italy and gets its name because it was originally made with a mortar and pestle. Ingredients 2 lb cauliflower, sliced in 2-in x […]

Beverages and Cocktails, Free Recipes

Yamaguchi Mojito

Makes 1 serving Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, then add the sake, simple syrup, and lime juice. Shake until well-chilled, then strain over ice in a high ball glass. Top with a splash of prosecco. Garnish with mint and lime.

Soups and Stews

Yellow Tomato Gazpacho

Makes 2 quarts Swing by your local farmers’ market to find heirloom varieties of yellow tomatoes in the fall. While you are there, pick up a few extra pounds to core and freeze whole so that you can make this soup throughout the winter. If you can’t find yellow tomatoes, […]

Breakfast and Brunch, Cakes, Desserts

Zucchini Bread

Makes 2 loaves If you grow zucchini in your garden, you’ll be glad to have this recipe come late summer. Note that the larger a zucchini grows, the tougher its skin, the drier its flesh, and the more bitter its seeds. If you are using large zucchini for this recipe, […]