Parsley Oil

Salt 1-2 large bunches fresh flat-leaf parsley, rinsed 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil   Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Prepare an ice-water bath, set aside. Pick 2 tablespoons of parsley leaves; wrap in damp paper towel, and refrigerate. Add...

Cumin Roasted Beets

4 medium beets, halved and sliced ¼ inch thick. 1-1 ½ tsp. ground cumin 1 Tbsp. olive oil 1 Tbsp. lemon juice 1 Tbsp. honey Salt and pepper 1 c. water   In a deep skillet, heat oil over moderate heat. Add beets, cumin, and honey. Stir until beets...

Sage Polenta

5 c. water Coarse salt and pepper 1-1 ½ c. coarse polenta (cornmeal can also be used in a pinch) 2 Tbsp. finely minced sage leaves 3-4 Tbsp. unsalted butter, room temperature   Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan over high heat. Add salt. Whisking...

Lavender Tea Cookies

1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender flowers 1 cup butter, room temperature 2/3 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon lemon extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/8 teaspoon salt In a mortar, grind lavender flowers with the pestle. In a medium...

Orange and Arugula Salad

Orange and Arugula Salad 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 3/4 teaspoon honey 2 garlic cloves, crushed 6 navel oranges 3 cups trimmed arugula 6 tablespoons (1 1/2 ounces) crumbled feta cheese Combine first 4 ingredients in a small bowl, stirring...

Broccoli Salad

1 pound bacon 4 cups broccoli florets 5 green onions, chopped 1/4 cup sunflower seeds 1/4 cup golden raisins or dried cranberries (I prefer the tartness of the cranberries) 1 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup white sugar 6 tablespoons red wine vinegar   Place bacon in a...

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