We’re harvesting a little eggplant now and this is our favorite recipe for it. It’s the same recipe I use for kohlrabi. You’ll love this as a side, on crostini, or for an amazing vegetarian main course, on pasta with roasted tomatoes and parmesan. PrintEggplant with Garlic Ingredients1/4 cup olive oil 2 medium eggplant, cut…
Category: Side Dishes
Nacho Tomatoes
I’m working on the generous tomato harvest right now, and of course Hatch Green Chile Tortilla Chips! I love nachos, but sometimes I don’t want the calories. These have big flavor, and there’s certainly a lot you can add to them, just like building a nacho. PrintNacho Tomatoes Total Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes Yield:…
Squash with Mint
Here’s a great way to use your summer squash harvest. It has bright flavor perfect for summer. PrintSquash with Mint IngredientsExtra virgin olive oil Summer squash, cut in bite sized pieces Spice / herb blend with salt ( I used Frankly Delicious) Chopped fresh garlic Chopped fresh mint Zest of one lemonInstructionsHeat oil in a…
Fresh Kosher Pickles
We got one too many cucumbers from the garden this week, so I started making fresh pickles. It’s so easy to make good pickles this way. You just have to have the patience to wait. I’ve done a quicker version (a couple of hours) by increasing the vinegar and spices. They taste really fresh and…
Oven Risotto
What a great way to make delicious risotto without standing over the stove. I haven’t tried it in a slow cooker, but I’m sure it would work. I’ve started cooking outside (not in the kitchen) since it’s turned hot. Luckily, I have an oven in the garage. And I don’t seem to be able to…