Local peaches or pears are in. Eat them out of hand until you can’t stand it, as the season is short. Today I stuffed them with ginger cookies, almonds and chocolate. They barely made it to the fridge, but they’re good warm or cold. 1 ounce ginger snap cookies (5 small, 4 large) 2 tablespoons […]
This cool of mix of farmers’ market vegetables and sweet peaches is spiked with the gentle heat poblano chilies. Why is it that the fresh taste of the season paired with certain places — in this case my new home in a tree-lined neighborhood in Northampton— enhances my eating pleasure? Perhaps it renders the simplest […]
A mix of apples in my old kitchen Just enjoyed my first shrub — a sweet and sour fruit drink — at Street Eats in Northampton. It set me off on an adventure that I hope to pursue all year round, using seasonal produce. (Think strawberry shrub in the spring, pear shrub in right now.) […]
Using tortillas, rather than the traditional crepe wrapper, results in a crisp crust that’s lighter. It also cuts down considerably on the preparation time, making these a snap to prepare. The unctuous filling is elevated by best fruit of the season. (Now’s the time for peaches and blueberries.) This flexible recipe allows you to vary […]
Picture from photographer Jason Houston. I ate mine on the way home…. This week Restaurant Day Celebration. This Tuesday and Wednesday you can savor farm fresh specials at one of the many Pioneer Valley restaurants! (CISA sponsored.) Check them out here. Great answer A popular NY Times article told us why we shouldn’t let our […]
Bites from my Facebook page… ♥ Don’t miss my Summer Harvest Class Tuesday, Aug 5, Different Drummer in Northampton. Learn more and register here. I’ll will be showing the class how to grill, fry, stew and bake summer veggies to bring out the full flavor of the season. Grilled Eggplant Sandwich with Sesame Mayonnaise; Green […]
Happy Belated Mommy’s Day Mommy (more below) My next cooking class? Mexican cooking this Monday. Find out more here. Listen to my chive rap here. Chives are up everywhere! 16 ways to eat your spray-free dandelions here. Shipping container Grocery Store as Farm… Still mostly an idea, but an extraordinary […]
(This is a stuffed peach. We’re going to do the same thing with pears. Fabulous.) Let’s celebrate the thaw of spring with this menu inspired by the flavors of Italy. Join me in a hands-on workshop using Italy’s signature flavors in dishes that will quickly become family favorites as the new season unfolds and all […]
What’s- Left-Of-My-Market-Shop-Kuchen I used apples, peaches and a few cherry tomatoes tossed in sugar. Little input, great results. This quick ‘n easy crowd pleaser is ideal for those who hate to bake or are pressed for time. Serve it to holiday guests or at pot luck meals. I especially like it for brunch. Better yet, […]
These came to me when I woke up this morning…… Warm String Bean Salad Plunge string beans into boiling water until tender-crisp. (I used multi-colored beans from my garden.) Immediately after cooking, toss with garlic simmered in a little olive oil, lots of lemon zest, chives, toasted almond slices and salt and pepper. Serve with […]
USDA approved school-tested local food recipes and a supplement for educators.
