Squash blossoms remind me of Grandma Zani. She used to stuff them like she stuffed her ravioli. I’ve only ever eaten them a handful of times, and it’s been a while, but I almost remember exactly the savory, breadcrumb-cheesy filling. Breadcrumbs are key. You would think I’d ask her why, but instead, we always assumed…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…