by Justine Denison | Aug 28, 2013 | Delicious Recipes, Salads
(Tastefood Blog) The radish leaves may be substituted with Italian flat-leaf parsley or a combination of parsley and mint leaves. Serves 4-6 as a side dish. 1/2 pound (250 grams) orzo 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 12 ounces frozen peas,...
by Justine Denison | Aug 28, 2013 | Delicious Recipes, Salads
(recipe adapted from Chez Panisse Vegetables) 1 pound green beans 1 pound cherry tomatoes/large fresh tomatoes, chopped into bite-size chunks 1 large shallot 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar Salt and pepper 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil Basil Prepare the...
by Justine Denison | Aug 28, 2013 | Delicious Recipes
Inspired by the Red Cat, NYC 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons thinly sliced almonds 1 to 2 small zucchini, cut into 1/8-inch matchsticks with a knife or julienne blade on a mandoline Salt and freshly ground pepper Few ounces pecorino Romano or parmesan, in thin...
by Justine Denison | Aug 28, 2013 | Delicious Recipes
(Borrowed from Thornhill Farm CSA) Boil pasta in salted water until cooked al dente (fresh pasta cooks quickly – watch for it to change color and swell slightly). Stop the formation of starch by removing from the heat and adding a cup of cool water. Remove a cup...
by Justine Denison | Aug 28, 2013 | Delicious Recipes, Salads
2 medium cucumbers 1/2 cup good quality sour cream, chilled 1 -2 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives Salt & pepper, to taste Peel cucumbers and slice them paper thin (or as thinly as possible), and drain if watery. In a medium bowl, mix together the sour...
by Justine Denison | Aug 28, 2013 | Delicious Recipes
3 cups yellow cornmeal 1-1/2 cups flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 tablespoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 4 tablespoons butter, divided 1 quart buttermilk 1 cup chopped Sweet Onion 4 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded (1 cup) Mix dry ingredients together...