It was a day of foraging in the yard again. I’m shifting my thinking about what I’ve always thought of as pesky “weeds,” and reseeding nuisances. I’m now considering them as food! My salads have dandelion leaves, baby lamb’s quarters, and my ever present arugula. The salad in the picture has a little lettuce, a…
Category: Side Dishes
Winter Asian Slaw
This slaw has a fabulous, bright flavor for winter. Don requested that I add anchovy paste the next time. That would make it much richer tasting, so it might have to happen! PrintWinter Asian Slaw Total Time: 20 minutes Yield: Serves 4 Ingredients3 small to medium turnips, peeled and shredded (I used the processor) 1…
Crispy Oven Fries
I have a definite weakness for french fries, so anytime I can get a delicious home version, without deep fat frying, I’m really happy. The ice water bath and the baking rack make these oven fries amazing. PrintCrispy Oven Fries Total Time: 2 hours Yield: Serves 4 Ingredients4 Yukon gold potatoes, cut in small wedges…
Cream Broccoli
I love broccoli, but I don’t always want spears. When you puree this in the food processor, you can use it as a stand alone side, or spread as a sauce on a plate, topped with a piece of fish or chicken. PrintCream Broccoli Total Time: 20 minutes Yield: Serves 4 Ingredients1/4 cup unsweetened coconut…
Sweet and Sour Green Beans
These green beans are delicious served warm, cold, or room temperature. What makes this recipe even better is, it’s really quick to fix. PrintSweet and Sour Green Beans Total Time: 15 minutes Yield: Serves 6 Ingredients1 lb green beans 2-3 TBSP extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup crisp cooked diced pancetta, prosciutto, or bacon Drizzle…