Delicious Recipes

Orzo Salad with Peas, Radishes, and Pecorino

(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,...

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Green Bean and Cherry Tomato Salad

(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...

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Quick Saute of Zucchini with Toasted Almonds

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...

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Pasta with Braising Greens

(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...

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Sweet Onion Cornbread with Cheddar Cheese

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...

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Sage Ideas

Sage Ideas from Chocolate & Zucchini: Sage pairings: - Sage + eggs (i.e. in an omelette) - Sage + chicken (i.e. roast chicken with sage and lemon inside the cavity) - Sage + lamb (i.e. in lamb burger patties) - Sage + fried liver + croutons - Sage + polenta - Sage...

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Cilantro Ideas

Cilantro Ideas: Although cilantro is often eaten with summer crops like tomatoes, it goes especially well with lemon or lime juice, Mexican dishes and pan-Asian food. Here are a few ways to enjoy this fresh green herb. - Layer diced cilantro into quesadillas before...

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Peas & spring cabbage with pancetta

Peas & spring cabbage with pancetta Butter 1/2 lb sugar snap (edible pods) 1/2 to 3/4 lb pancetta or streaky bacon, chopped 1 head spring cabbage , tough outer leaves discarded, then finely sliced nutmeg freshly grated, to season Cook the peas in boiling water...

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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...

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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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Quick-Saut

Quick-Sautéed Collard Ribbons   thebittenword.com 1 Tbs. malt vinegar 2 tsp. maple syrup 1-1/2 lb. collard greens ( 1 bunch) 2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil 4 small cloves garlic, lightly smashed and peeled Pinch crushed red pepper flakes Kosher salt In...

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