Brown Butter Miso Corn Pasta
We are in peak tomato season, which is why we should all be eating our tomatoes and wearing them too— printed on clothes, drippy juice stains, sticky hands the whole thing. I’m honest when I say I’ve never known myself to be the housedress type, but I tried a few out thanks to Maddie Bing,…
Spam Carbonara
Here me out. This is not exactly what I thought I’d be making this weekend but anything is possible, right? Spam is a synonymous pantry ingredient associated with U.K., USA, Korea, and Pacific Islands. Also, spamelot the goofiest monty python show to be. There’s just so much to say about spam. And I never thought…
Grilled Tomato & Pepperoni Tagliatelle
I made a charred tomato sauce years ago when I first started cooking and styling photos for my blog. I wanted to revisit the grill with fresh perspective to make Grilled Tomato & Pepperoni Tagliatelle. Somehow it doesn’t seem fair that there aren’t enough grilled tomato recipes on the web! It’s kind of an awkward,…
Juniper Sunset
See Tidbits make it 1.5 oz. Tanqueray Gin ½ oz. Aperol 2 fl oz Blood orange 4 fl oz tonic water ¾ oz Rhubarb simple syrup 1 stalk rhubarb ½ cup sugar ½ cup water Rhubarb sugar to coat rim 1 stalk rhubarb from syrup 1-2 T sugar gather the goods Measure equal parts sugar…
Mákos Téska
When I met Sarah Copeland’s family, I found out her husband Andras was from Hungary. There were a few things I got to try while working with Sarah this fall, that were Hungarian. But, one of those things was not Lasagne ai Semi di Papavero (Italian) or Mákos Tészta (Hungarian) which both translate to Papparadelle with…
So Simple Ravioli
So it’s not uncommon for me to have a hankering for pasta in some sort of way. In this instance, I decided to go the extra mile and make homemade ravioli. It is not often that I do it at home, but when I do… there are no regrets! This is a simple, yet tasteful…
Raviolo di Uovo
Make it 300 gr “00” flour 3 eggs Pinch of salt FILLING ½ cup sautéed spinach ( sauté spinach in butter with minced shallots) ½ cup ricotta 3 ounces freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano 5 large eggs – seperated Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg White pepper, freshly ground Pinch of salt 2 ounces white truffle 3…
Sfogliatella Ricci
gather the goods Yield: 15-20 mini sfogliatella Total Time: 12+ hours 500g Manitoba flour 200g water 20g honey 10g salt 150g pork fat 1. Melt honey with water. 2. Melt salt with other half of water. 3. Mix in the mixer with a dough hook for at least 10 minutes at low speed. 4….
A Spiced Chicken Feast with Baba Ghanoush
Grilled Cumin Chicken 4 chicken breast, pounded thin 1 tablespoon cumin salt and pepper 1/8 cup feta cheese lemon to squeeze (optional) 1. Coat chicken breast in cumin and grill until cooked through. 2. Sprinkle with feta and squeeze with lemon juice if desired. Sweet Potato Mash 1 pound sweet potato, sliced 1 inch…
My Godmother’s Sponge Cake
Yield: 2- 9inch round cakes Total Time: 1.5 hours gather the goods 2 1/4 C all purpose flour 1 1/2 C Sugar 1/2 C Vegetable Oil 3/4 C Orange Juice *** 9 Eggs separated 1/4 teaspoons Cream of Tartar 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract 1 tablespoon Lemon Extract (optional) make it 1. Preheat oven…
Japanese Horchata
Learn more about Genmaicha Gather the Goods 2 cups water 2 tablespoons Genmaicha loose leaf tea 1/2 cups + 2 tablespoons sushi rice 3/4 cup coconut milk 2- 3 tablespoons honey Make it 1. Bring water to 190 degrees and add the loose Genmaicha tea leaves. Let steep for 1-3 minutes. Let tea cool down…
Meyer Lemon and bubbly Lime Margarita
gather the goods For Rim: Honey sugar Simple Syrup: 1/2 C sugar 1/2 C water Yield: 2 2 oz. Tequila 1/4 C Meyer Lemon, fresh squeezed 1/4 C Lime, fresh squeezed 2 T simple syrup splash of seltzer make it 1. Coat a margarita glass rim with honey and dip in sugar. 2….
Berry Young Tea Granita
Read More Gather The Goods 1 Cup water 2 T loose tea leaves 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup blueberries 1/2 cup strawberries Make It 1. Steep the tea in hot water until a bright fuchsia color develops. Let cool 2. Add all ingredients to a blender, including the tea leaves and blend until smooth. 3….
Grapefruit Crush
Yield: 2 Gather The Goods 1 C Fresh Squeezed grapefruit or grapefruit juice 2 T Lime Simple Syrup 0.5 oz Rum 8 Mint leaves Crushed Ice —————- Lime Simple Syrup 1 c sugar 1 cup lime juice Rinds of squeezed limes Make it 1. Make the simple syrup and let cool. 2. Use a…
Blood Orange Soaked Cornbread
As an after school snack in grade school, my grandmother used to bring over corn muffin tops for her and I to snack on. She loves them! We would toast and smear with butter. So so delicious, even right from the local grocers bakery. So while I believe that we should treat ourselves to something…
Creamy Tubettini
Tubettini Rigate: I grew up eating bowls of ancini di pepe or tubettini in soup with lots of cheese and chicken broth. Because tubettini are so tiny, like a grain of rice, I thought why not make it as if you are cooking risotto? It’s so dreamy and creamy with the mascarpone cheese and crumbled…
Coconutty Tumeric Spagetti
Gather The Goods 1 pound spaghetti- preferably Di Cecco kosher or sea salt to taste 3 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons turmeric 1- 13.5 ounce can organic coconut milk 1 cup mini broccoli florets 1/2 cup parsley, torn Parmesan Reggiano for shaving Make It Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil (salt to…
Roasted Apricot, Pork Belly Buratta Panzanella
recipe and photo adapted from PowerHouse Productions I thought it would be a smokey idea. Instead of standing over a hot flame in mid summers heat stirring your tomatoes every 10 minutes, why not go to the grill instead? Summer equals grilling and light fair. The last thing you want to eat in hot weather…
Pink Peppercorn Pasta
This pasta is simple, it’s amazing and it’s feminine- which I love! It’s my take on cacio e pepe but with different cheese, different “peppercorns” (that are actually dried berries), and seasoned pasta water! I would love for you to get in on this one because it’s fabulously delicious. I made this for Mother’s Day…
Skillet Pork Chops
recipe and photo adapted from PowerHouse Productions Gather The Goods Ingredients: For the Pork Chops 2 tablespoons EVOO 4 bone in pork chops kosher salt 10 garlic cloves, smashed with skin 1 tablespoon coarsely ground peppercorns 1 small grapefruit, sliced 1 lemon, sliced 1/2 cup fresh parsley, picked For the peaches 4 doughnut peaches, cut…
Japanese Souffle Pancakes
Have I ever gone to Japan to have these outrageously, grandiose pancakes? No. But, I appreciate the artistic simplicity of the cultures food landscape. These are show stopping pancakes and I don’t know that any others in the category can compete as much with these. Merge a pancake and a souffle and you’ve got yourself…
Tropical Pops: Ube Creamsicles OR Tequila Fruit Pops
recipe and photo adapted from PowerHouse Productions Gather The Goods For the Ube Creamsicles: 1 cup Ube, peeled, cooked and pureed 2 1/4 cups coconut milk 3 tablespoons condensed milk For the Tequila Tropical Pops: 1 cup Kiwi, diced 1 teaspoon chia seeds (appears as though there are more seeds!!!) 1/4 cup water 1 1/4…
Orange Tang Caramel S’more Sandwich
recipe and photo adapted from PowerHouse Productions Gather The Goods Ingredients: For the Marshmallow 1 1/2 packets Gelatin 1/2 cup water 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup corn syrup 1 teaspoon orange extract For Assembly Marshmallow graham crackers Carmel filled Chocolate bars Make It It’s time to make homemade marshmallows! Mix the gelatin and a…
Charred Tomato Sauce
I thought it would be a smokey idea. Instead of standing over a hot flame in mid summers heat stirring your tomatoes every 10 minutes, why not go to the grill instead? Summer equals grilling and light fair. The last thing you want to eat in hot weather is something super rich and heavy. But!…
Pear and Lychee Cocktail
Gather The Goods Ingredients: 2.5 oz Lychee pear puree 1.5 oz gin 2 teaspoons rose elderflower cordial ½ teaspoon vanilla bean paste 1 ounce fresh squeezed lime 4 oz club soda, cold 1 lychee, torched for color as garnish Method: 1. Stir the lychee pear puree, gin, rose elderflower cordial, and vanilla bean…
Pear and Crostini Canapé
Gather The Goods French Baguette or Endive 1-1 1/2 cups ricotta- ¼ cup Perfect Puree Napa Pear Puree 2 teaspoons lemon zest Salt to taste Finishing oil Candied ginger, minced Smoked salt Edible flower petals and Micro greens as garnish Make It 1. Cut the baguette on a sharp bias to create long strips of…
The Speckled Lychee
photo credit: Pomp & Whimsy Gin Gather the Goods 2 oz Lychee puree 1 oz Pomp and Whimsey gin 1 tablespoon elderflower cordial ½ teaspoon vanilla bean paste 1/2 ounce fresh squeezed lime 3 oz club soda or sparkling water, cold Edible flowers preferably elderflowers, as garnish 1 slice lime, torched for color, as…
Chili Speckled Tortellini Soup
Gather the Goods YIELD: 2 servings 1 quart low chicken broth 1 1/2 cups fresh mini tortellini 2 cups fresh spinach 1/2 cup mozzarella, shredded 1/2 cup heavy cream 1-2 tablespoons chili oil Make It Bring the chicken broth to a simmer and add the tortellini. Cook the tortellini until al dente (it will be…
Roasted Arrabiata Casarecce
The first thing I didn’t expect to see on the streets in Accra, Ghana were boiling vats of water for pasta. There was pasta around us, mostly spaghetti that locals were selling on the streets. I couldn’t help but feel super curious by all of it, especially when nearly every hotel menu offered pasta in…
Myer Lemon + Pink Peppercorn Salmon
The Feast of the Seven Fishes begins here. And maybe it’s not celebrated directly in Italy, but our Italian American heritage brings it in! Christmas eve is always done up in our home year after year and we celebrate with fish done up every which way, twirls and spoonfuls of pasta, hot peppers and oil…
Red Jalapeno Onion Tart
Gather the Goods Olive Oil 4 small Onions, sliced in 1/4”-1/2” rounds 2 tablespoons Perfect Puree of Napa Valley Red Jalapeno 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon butter 8 oz mascarpone puff pastry, cut into a large square Himalayan sea salt Make It Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. In a large saute pan, char…
Festive Holiday Trio
Cider Kick 5 oz Hard apple cider 2 oz vermouth 1/2 oz simple syrup **Warm the cider, mix in vermouth and syrup and serve The Red Orange 4oz red wine 4 oz orange juice 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch cinnamon Pinch clove **Mix, warm (optional), serve Pomegranate Bourbon Sour 3 oz ginger-ale 1.5 oz pomegranate…
Festive Holiday Trio
Cider Kick 5 oz Hard apple cider 2 oz vermouth 1/2 oz simple syrup **Warm the cider, mix in vermouth and syrup and serve The Red Orange 4oz red wine 4 oz orange juice 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch cinnamon Pinch clove **Mix, warm (optional), serve Pomegranate Bourbon Sour 3 oz ginger-ale 1.5 oz pomegranate…
Brownie Boats
Gooey Brownie Boats have made their way under the topic of friendship. My gals and I make plans surrounded by none other than the cookie skillets and chocolate lava cakes at local restaurants. We thrive off the little bits left on the plate. Who’s the one always to take the last bite? We want nothing…
Water Glass Parfaits
Gather The Goods Peach Ginger Caramel 1/4 cup brown sugar 4 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup peach ginger blend ———————————— Crisp Topping 1/3 cup walnuts 1/3 cup rolled oats 2 tablespoons all purpose flour 4 tablespoons butter, room temp ——————————————————— Cheaters White Chocolate Mousse 1/2 cup white chocolate, melted and cooled 1/2 cup whipped cream, whipped…
Short Cakes & June Baby Berries
Nothing short of goodness right now. In all that’s happening, we surrender to the simplicities that bring us joy. Each Sunday night my family and I watch This Much is True on HBO to support my bro Johnny who was cast as an extra!! There’s always that to look forward to along with our post dinner…
Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Peach Ginger Slaw
Gather the Goods olive oil 1# large Shrimp salt to taste 1 bag coleslaw mix 1/2 cup The Perfect Puree of Napa Valley Peach Ginger Blend 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped 1/4 cup scallions, thinly sliced 1 15 oz can chickpeas aioli flour tortillas Make It Season the shrimp with salt and oil. In a medium…
Banana Bourbon Dutch Baby
Gather the Goods walnuts, rough chopped 1 tablespoon maple syrup 2 bananas 1/2 cup sugar ——————————————— 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 3 large eggs, room temp 1/2 cup whole milk 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1 tablespoon brown sugar pinch salt 1 tablespoon bourbon 1 banana, preferably overripe 1/4 cup white chocolate, chopped make it…
Crumbly Crab Casarecce
I have this undying obsession with pasta. First and last meal I would like to eat everyday of the week. I had a crab-cake request and I couldn’t bring myself to leave it at that, so I turned it inside out. A pasta inspired by crab cakes is actually a great idea with notes of…
Cheesy Omnivore Tteok
The power couple behind Omnivore Meats stand to inform us that veggies deserve the spotlight just as much as meat. Together they have transformed the two food groups into a product that we should all stand by! I for one have trouble incorporating vegetables into my meals (especially when they are carb-centric) so I feel…
Testaroli
GATHER THE GOODS Testaroli (buy here), cut into large squares pesto parmesan cheese for sprinkling olive oil for drizzling pignoli nuts for garnish MAKE IT 1. Bring a large pot of water or stock to a boil. Season with salt and drop in the pieces of testaroli. 2. Cook the testaroli until tender only a…
Pasticciotti
What if you could create your own stamp just for pasta? Corzetti is a Ligurian pasta known as the beautiful coin-like imprinted pasta. There are so many sfoglinas (female hand-made pasta producers) that make this magic happen in Italy! It’s more than rolling and cutting… it’s about that special tool. For all the Christians out…
Creamy & Dreamy Hot Chocolate
Hot chocolate is without a doubt one of my favorite beverages. Not spiked or anything “unique” just straight-up cream and chocolate… and more cream. I vow never to get hot chocolate while out on the town unless I know it will be as rich a luscious as I know mine to be. My first love…
Crispy- Creamy- Dreamy Salmon
Right on time for the holiday with some what decent grilling weather (work around those rain drops), light fare, and yummy food to crave. And if you want to keep meatless Mondays meatless, then Salmonday is where it’s at! I am right there with you too. If you aren’t into barley, farro may be the…
Corzetti Pasta with Brown Butter Walnut Sauce
What if you could create your own stamp just for pasta? Corzetti is a Ligurian pasta known as the beautiful coin-like imprinted pasta. There are so many sfoglinas (female hand-made pasta producers) that make this magic happen in Italy! It’s more than rolling and cutting… it’s about that special tool. For all the Christians out…
Crispy Basil Berries with Coconut- Hazelnut- Oat Crumble
Gather the goods 3 cups raspberries 2 cups blueberries 2 cups blackberries handful of basil, rough chop handful of mint, rough chop 3/4 cup sugar juice and zest of 1 medium lemon splash of vanilla 2 teaspoons cornstarch pinch himalayan salt Crispy Crumble 3/4 cup all purpose flour 1/4 cup coconut flour 1/2 cup rolled…
“Best Ever” Chili Oil Glass Noodles
Gather The Goods vegetable or olive oil 1 pound wide flat glass noodles 8 Thai eggplant, sliced and halved 10 garlic cloves, rough chopped 1 cup firm tofu, drained and cubed 1/2” thick 1/4 cup chili oil (a total favorite: Lao Gan Ma Fried Chili in Oil ) 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup basil, rough…
Lemon Curd & Pink Apple Crisp
Gather the Goods 7 medium Lucy Glo apples, sliced 10.5 ounces lemon curd (Trader Joe’s brand is the best) 1 pre-made pie crust (Trader Joes!) vanilla ice cream for serving Crispy Crumble 3/4 cup all purpose flour 1/2 cup rolled oats 3/4 cup loosely packed brown sugar pinch of Himalayan salt 2 sticks room temp…
Pantry Rice & Chicken
This recipe should be used as inspiration for what’s in your pantry! Gather the Goods 2 tablespoons olive oil 6 medium to large chicken thighs Himalayan salt 1 teaspoon shallot powder (yes there is such a thing!) 1/4 cup gin soaked golden raisins 1 cup marinated olives 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 2 tablespoons Dijon…
Mommy’s Chicken Soup
For years I’ve heard people talk about “my mother, my grandmother, my aunt, my father, my grandfather, ect. makes the best this, that, and the other thing.” There is always a favorite meal or food memory from everyone. Even those who grow up eating tv dinners and take out have their favorite stories to share….
Caramel Apple Puff Tart
Gather the Goods 1 stick butter 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup light brown sugar pinch salt pinch cinnamon 4 small- medium apples 1/2 cup cranberries 2 sheets puff pastry ice cream and whipped cream for serving Make It Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Position the rack in the middle of the oven. In…
Banana Crunch Pie
Gather the Goods 3 cups heavy cream, divided 2 cups 2% milk 4 large egg yolks (reserve the egg whites) 1 whole large egg 1/4 cup granulated sugar 3 tablespoons cornstarch pinch salt 10 ounces semi sweet chocolate morsels 3 medium bananas, medium dice 2 tablespoons butter 16 ounces crushed toffee bar, divided Crust 2…
Butternut Squash Cascatelli Bake
I am here for all of it! The new cascatelli pasta is just what it seems; toothsome (if cooked well, of course), beautiful, sturdy, and a delicious slope for sauces. It’s a wonderful thing! I wanted to create a dynamic recipe featuring this new baby and it took me a couple tries. Over the summer…
Apple Streusel Pancakes
Gather the Goods 6 tablespoons butter plus more for pan 1 granny smith apple, finely chopped 3 tablespoons brown sugar, divided + more for sprinkling 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, divided 1 cup all purpose flour 1/2 cup freshly pulsed oat flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder large pinch kosher salt 1 cup oat or almond milk…
French Toast
French toast typically isn’t my jam, but I’ll occasionally make it for my people at home. I love a crispy Belgium waffle most, followed by a butter-slathered pancake short stack with the “fake” stuff/ syrup, as I say. I’m making a few rules for myself on this French toast state of mind, and I’ll be…
Stovetop Mac and Cheese
Word on the street is that stovetop mac and cheese is where it’s at. Baked mac and cheese is great, don’t get me wrong, but why all the fuss? I created a version at the PowerHouse test kitchen from a roundup of ingredients. Consider these little vesuvio pasta shapes perfect for mac and cheese. They…
Chicken Dumplings
Gather the Goods 1 pound ground chicken 3 small links Chinese sausage, minced 1 small head green cabbage, minced 8 ounces shiitake mushrooms, minced 1 leek, minced 1/4 cup soy sauce 2-3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1 egg kosher salt if needed dumpling wrappers Chili oil for serving Make It In a large bowl mix…
Fettuccini Aglio e Olio
GATHER THE GOODS Yield: 2 servings 1 pound Italian hot peppers 1/4 cup olive oil 8 ounces fettuccini (Dececco) Kosher salt to taste 3 tablespoons butter 8 cloves garlic, grated 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1/2 cup reserved pasta water 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano (Locatelli) MAKE IT In a large saute pan over medium high…
Prosciutto & Tomato Bread Salad
I love picking from my parents garden. Maybe I should learn to grow my own things. Also, overgrown fennel fronds will always make it into my salads. Salad for lunch? Get me a sandwich please! Anything but salad. So because I dislike them it takes a good one to get me excited. Creamy dressed salads…
Chai Tea Latte
GATHER THE GOODS Yield: 1 serving 9 whole cloves 3 whole star anise 1 cinnamon stick, broken into pieces 1 teaspoon multi-colored peppercorns 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 2 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups water 2 black tea bags 1/2 cup milk cinnamon for garnish MAKE IT Preheat a small pot over…
Honey-nut Squash & Beet
GATHER THE GOODS Yield: 4 servings 2 honey-nut squash, halved 1 large red beet, quartered 1/4 cup olive oil Kosher salt cracked black pepper MAKE IT Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Season the honey-nut squash and beets with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast until golden brown and tender, about 35 to 45…
Hot Peppers
GATHER THE GOODS 1 pound hot Italian peppers 1/2 cup olive oil MAKE IT In a large saute pan over medium high heat add oil and peppers. Cover with a splatter screen to avoid oil splatter. Allow to cook for about 15 to 20 minutes over medium heat until the peppers are golden and tender,…
Thai Coconut Curry
Yield: 6 to 8 servings Total Time: 1 1/2- 2 hours GATHER THE GOODS Chicken broth 1 lb. bone in chicken thigh and breast pieces 1/2 inch ginger, grated 5 garlic cloves, grated 2 Indian bay leaves 5 lime leaves 1 cinnamon stick 1 teaspoon ground coriander or 2 teaspoons whole coriander 10 cups cold…
Tahini Panzanella
Yield: 2 servings Total Time: GATHER THE GOODS 1/4 Italian sesame loaf 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved 1/2 English cucumber, cut into half moons 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoon tahini 2 tablespoons cold water 1 tablespoon lemon juice kosher salt cracked black pepper MAKE IT Cube bread into…
Summer Rolls
Yield: 2 servings Total Time: 20 minutes GATHER THE GOODS 4 pieces rice paper 6 large shrimp, cleaned and cooked 1/4 cup thinly sliced bell pepper 1/4 cup shredded carrots 1/4 cup shredded green cabbage 4 teaspoons Hoisin sauce For serving 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro 1 tablespoon chopped peanuts Hoisin sauce MAKE IT Pour warm…
Spanikopita
Yield: 6 servings Total Time: 40 minutes GATHER THE GOODS 1/4 cup olive oil, divided 1 small yellow onion, diced small 3 cloves garlic, minced 20 ounces frozen thawed spinach 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 7 ounces farmers cheese 6 ounces feta, crumbled into medium chunks 8 oz. (1 roll) phyllo dough 4 tablespoons butter, melted…
Butternut Sqaush Cavatelli & Amaretti Crumbs
Yield: 4 servings GATHER THE GOODS 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and chopped into small pieces 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided kosher salt to taste 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons dry white wine 2 cloves garlic, grated 1/2 cup heavy cream 2 tablespoons butter…
Breakfast Papusas
Yield: 2 servings Total Time: 50 minutes GATHER THE GOODS Papusas 1 1/2 c. (6.4 oz.) harina de maiz or masa harina 1/2 c. water 1/3 c. milk 1/2 teaspoon course sea salt 2 tablespoons olive oil Eggs & Peppers 1/4 cup olive oil, divided 5 mini bell peppers or 1 medium bell pepper, sliced…
Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp
Yield: 4 servings Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes. GATHER THE GOODS 12 ounces strawberries, halved 9 ounces rhubarb, sliced 1 inch thick zest from 1 lime 1/2 cup (73 g.) + 2 tablespoons coconut palm sugar, divided 2 teaspoon cornstarch 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste 1 1/2 cups (167 g.) rolled oats 1/2 cup…
Peanut butter Chocolate Chunk Blondies
Yield: 12 pieces Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes GATHER THE GOODS 1 1/3 cup (160 g.) all purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon baking soda 1 stick unsalted butter, melted 1/2 cup ( 120 g.) crunchy peanut butter 3/4 (160 g.) cup packed light brown sugar 1 large egg 6 ounces semi-sweet…
Crusty Meatballs
GATHER THE GOODS 2 slices white bread, crumbled 2 eggs 1/4 cup milk 1# ground chicken 1/4 cup freshly chopped parsley 1 teaspoon garlic powder kosher salt course cracked black pepper 1/2 cup olive oil MAKE IT In a large bowl combine bread, egg, and milk just until the eggs break down and the bread…
Sour Cream Fudge Cake
GATHER THE GOODS 2 cups all purpose flour 2 teapsoons baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup butter 1 cup sour cream 2 1/4 cups brown sugar 3 eggs 4 oz. German sweet chocolate, melted and cooled 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup espresso (must be cold) MAKE IT Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottom of…
Green Goddess Beans
Yield: 2 servings GATHER THE GOODS 1 (15 oz.) can white navy beans, drained 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt Juice of 1 small lemon 1 tablespoon mayo 1 tablespoon sour cream 2 tablespoons finley chopped basil 2 tablespoons finley chopped parsley 2 heads romaine, cut into thirds 2…
Scallion Pancake Wrap
Total Time: 20-25 minutes Yield: 2 GATHER THE GOODS 6 teaspoons neutral oil- vegetable or canola 2 scallion pancakes 4 large eggs kosher salt cracked black pepper 1 Chinese sausage link, sliced 1/4” thick 1/4 cup shredded white cheddar 2 teaspoons chili oil MAKE IT In a small non-stick saute pan over medium high heat…
Flourless Chocolate Tahini Torte
It’s always full-on chocolate “everything” season, and I love a good flourless chocolate cake. They are very easy to make, just about as easy as a dump and stir cake. Tahini is a trending ingredient amongst bakeries and dessert aficionados so I leaned into it. I made this on the fly riffing off one of…
Banana Oat Pancakes
Yield: 6 pancakes Total Time: 25 minutes Ingredients 1 medium banana, mashed 2 large eggs 1/3 cup instant oatmeal 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon vanilla bean paste 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon maple syrup for serving Method in a large bowl combine mashed banana, eggs, oatmeal, baking powder, vanilla, and cinnamon. Mix until eggs are banana…
Madeleines
Yield: 18-24 large GATHER THE GOODS 1 1/4 c. (180 g) all purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 2 large eggs 2/3 cup (132 g.) granulated sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste (or extract) 6 tablespoons butter, melted and warm MAKE IT In a medium bowl whisk flour, baking powder,…
No- Churn Blueberry Chocolate Chunk Ice Cream
Yield: 1 (8”x5”) loaf pan Total Time: 8 to 12 hours Ingredients 1 pint blueberries 3 tablespoons sugar 2 cups heavy whipping cream 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste 3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate 2 tablespoons finely chopped roasted almonds Ingredients Combine blueberries, sugar, and a splash of water in a medium…
Green Coconut Smoothie
Yield: 1 serving Total Time: 10 minutes Ingredients 1 cup packed spinach 1/2 green apple, diced 1 Persian cucumber, sliced 1/2 large stalk celery, chopped 3 frozen strawberries 6 to 8 fluid ounces coconut milk Method combine ingredients in blender. Blend on high until smooth. Drink with or without a straw
Smoked Paprika & Honey Canary Melon
Total Time: 5 minutes Yield: 4-6 servings Ingredients 1 canary melon, de-seeded and cut into thick slices 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon honey Method Lay pieces of melon on a platter. Sprinkle with salt, paprika, and drizzle with honey.
Tomato Toast
Yield: 1 serving Ingredients 2 slices thick white bread (about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick) 1/4 cup mayo 1 heirloom tomato (rounder the better), sliced 1/4” thick kosher or maldon salt basil flower or small leaves cracked black pepper Method Spread mayo on piece of toast, top with tomato slice, sprinkle with salt, basil, cracked…
Fizzy Thai Tea
Total Time: 5 minutes Yield: 2 servings Ingredients 1 Thai tea bag 2 tablespoons condensed milk crushed ice 2 tablespoons whole milk splash of orange seltzer Method Steep Thai tea in 8 to 16 ounces of hot water. Once the color turns deep orange, mix in condensed milk until evenly distributed. The color will be…
Frozen Tomato Caprese
Ingredients 1/4 cup white balsamic 2 slices fiore di latte mozzarella 1 roma tomto 1 green tomato (optional) extra virgin olive oil kosher salt cracked black pepper torn basil (preferably baby leaves or white flowers) Method Bring small pot of balsamic vinegar to a simmer, and cook until reduced by half. It should be syrupy…
Pastina From The Pot– Single Serve
Ingredients 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 1 tablespoon olive oil plus more for drizzling 8 ounces pastina 2 cloves garlic, grated Kosher salt Freshly cracked black pepper 2 cups tomato sauce 1 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth ricotta salata pecorino romano Method In a medium high sided sauce pan over medium heat, melt 2…
Fettucini Alfredo
Alfredo sauce is historically made with butter and Parmigiano Reggiano. A true Italian recipe for alfredo sauce will never have heavy cream. I know, I know it’s just so much better with heavy cream. But, is it? I absolutely loveee a sauce of butter, pasta water, and parmigiano reggiano. It’s smooth and silky and less…
Cheaters Apple Crisp
I’m an apple crisp whisperer, I swear. It’s my favorite dessert because it has all of these textural components, it’s simultaneously sweet and tart, it can be eaten warm, room temp, or warm. It’s a versatile dessert and it can fit into other dessert molds as well be it full blown pie or cheater style….
Mocha Latte
I find myself at a cafe or bakery every weekend ordering a decaf espresso latte. They are my absolute favorite beverage loaded with steamy milk. I don’t typically order mocha lattes because they’re never quite as I imagine them to be. Basically I want drinking chocolate with a latte splash. So here’s my perfect mocha…
Butternut Squash Steaks
Butternut squash is one of the greatest vegetable vessels. These steaks are great as a main or a side, easily scoop-able, and should be drizzled with lot’s of honey and lime juice. Scoring them with a sharp knife ensures the crevices will get seasoned too. I call them steaks even though there is no grilling…
Creamy Shell Soup with Chili Oil
This soup is my version of “everything but the kitchen sink.” And, although I hate saying that because it reminds me of remnants of food lurking around waiting to be tossed I’m holding it to high standards here. This is not a rich creamy soup but one that’s brothy with a splash of cream enough…
Ina Garten Inspired Buttercream
Ina Garten is a culinary sensation and we all love her for her simple and chic approach to food. My partner, Dillon tasked me with a birthday cake request of yellow cake and chocolate buttercream. My quest: to make a buttercream that I can also enjoy. I never opt for buttercream and instead turn to…
Chocolate Chunk Espresso Bars
These blondie bars were perfect from the first batch. I was actually surprised they came out so well usually it takes me a couple tries to perfect a baked item. Espresso and chocolate are a synonymous pair and against the fudgy cookie base you’ll want to keep munching. Yield: 12 pieces Total Time: 1…
Cenci
Yield: 4 servings Time: 1 hour Ingredients 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 large egg, room temperature 1 cup all purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/8 teaspoon salt vegetable oil for frying honey for drizzling non- pareils for sprinkling Method In a stand mixer fit with a paddle attachment cream…
Tomato Salad
The unofficial official start to summer! And to me that means peak tomato season is approaching but not fast enough. Tomatoes in their prime are like sweet berries that burst in your mouth with juice running down your chin. Pile them in your shirt-basket and try to get inside before eating them all. A little…
Cinnamon Toast French Toast
Ingredients 1 (9”x5”) loaf cinnamon swirl bread, sliced into 6-8 thick pieces 3 large eggs 1/4 cup milk 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 tsp. vanilla extract 3 tablespoons butter syrup for serving Method In a large shallow bowl whisk eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla. Dunk each piece of cinnamon bread in mixture until completely saturated…
Marcella Hazan Inspired Tomato Sauce
Inspired by Marcella Hazan and my tomato shirt from Polychrome goods ( I get commission through any sale you make through these links). I can’t tell you how delicious Corto tomatoes are and what makes them pop even more are the large hunks of onion, garlic, and butter. My mom dries Italian long hots on…
Salami and Eggs
When I spent Easter with extended family in Groppiadiloggia, Italy a few years ago we had salmi and eggs for breakfast. It wasn’t until after this small event I realized it’s a thing in the family. My mothers mom also enjoyed eating pepperoni and eggs. Yield: 2 servings Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive…
Decomposed Corn Pesto Lasagna
Lasagna can the best summer weekend meal without the need to turn on the oven. Pesto comes in all forms. It’s a formula of herbs or vegetable, nuts, cheese, and olive oil that you plug and play. I’ve omitted herbs here but I create a riff on what a pesto is to me. Inspired by…
Tomato Love Salad
The unofficial official start to summer! And to me that means peak tomato season is approaching but not fast enough. Tomatoes in their prime are like sweet berries that burst in your mouth with juice running down your chin. Pile them in your shirt-basket and try to get inside before eating them all. A little…