I spied the Buddha’s Hand sitting on my friend Andrew’s counter. Amid the happy cacophony of food bloggers sprawled out in his house and front patio, I caught the words, “take one.” He didn’t have to say it twice. Off I went to survey the boxes of buddha’s hands brought by Melissa’s. Eschewing those with… Continue reading Buddhettes- Buddha’s Hand Orangettes
Category: Recipes
Maple Cream Pie with Toasted Pecan Crust
For all the dessert options available at the Thanksgiving table, I wanted to suggest a dark horse in the running. At the eleventh hour. After all the groceries for Thanksgiving have been bought and shelved in the pantry. To that I politely apologize. And offer you a slice of pie that Beck described as an… Continue reading Maple Cream Pie with Toasted Pecan Crust
Zucchini Aioli Mashed Potatoes
When served a cone of freshly crisped hand-cut fries, some of you might reach for a bottle or spoonful of ketchup. I would join you there except for very rare exceptions: there is really nothing like a crunchy French fry dipped in mayonnaise. Now hear me out, those of you scoffers who would eschew this… Continue reading Zucchini Aioli Mashed Potatoes
Morado Concord Grape Fig Jam
Let’s face it. We all have to start somewhere. It started with me eyeing an unexpected batch of concord grapes at a neighborhood bodega and a batch of ripe to the touch black mission figs I love so much. If The Girl and the Fig wasn’t taken as a name, it might just about sum… Continue reading Morado Concord Grape Fig Jam
Spaghetti Squash Gratin
Some people try to pass off spaghetti squash as the slick noodles made of durum wheat. I am not one of these people. My taste buds know what you’re up to. Don’t get me wrong, I like spaghetti squash slathered with tomato sauce too, but in thinking about a way to gussy it up for Thanksgiving,… Continue reading Spaghetti Squash Gratin
Winter Wheat Berry Porridge
In the fall, I find myself waking up and craving something hot for breakfast. I wish I could say that means I wake up early enough to make steel cut oats every morning, but that would be far too organized for this night owl turned day worker. You can imagine my delight the other morning… Continue reading Winter Wheat Berry Porridge
Simple Candied Sweet Potatoes
I don’t know about you but with the close of October marching gleefully toward us, all eyes are on Thanksgiving. I’m thinking of doing a series on simple sides that will augment that fine feast without a ton of prep work. This little beauty below worked well served beside roasted chicken and collard greens. If… Continue reading Simple Candied Sweet Potatoes
Minestrone Soup
It’s not often that I find myself hankering for soup at an Italian restaurant, but a no-name hole in the wall in North Beach gets me hankering for their Minestrone. What I like about it is that it’s lemony and bright and the secret to their sauce- fennel! It holds up against the tomato base… Continue reading Minestrone Soup
Kale Chips
When kale is at its most plentiful in the fall, this leafy green packs a powerful nutrient punch. We like it in a savory Village Pie, Kale Caesar Salad or in a Massaged Kale Salad. But when you get an urge for something crispety crunchy, you might find that kale makes a slightly addictive snack… Continue reading Kale Chips
S’more Tacos
Let’s get it out of the way. We are going to chalk this creation to good ol’ tomfoolery. Never met him? I’d be happy to make an introduction. And tonight particularly calls for him to be my guest of honor. Note, this treat is simple to make, but take caution when roasting your marshmallows over… Continue reading S’more Tacos
Concord Grape Sparklers
Concord grapes remind me of nature’s gummy candy. Last weekend, we invited friends over for our second art salon and I mixed together these sparklers with concord grape puree. Their sweet and tart flavor pairs well with elderflower simple syrup, sparkling water and a cup of pinot noir but it was missing something. Kyle showed… Continue reading Concord Grape Sparklers
Massaged Kale Feta Salad with Pickled Cherries and Walnuts
[print_this] Massaged Kale Feta Salad with Pickled Cherries and Walnuts SERVES: 6 side portions TIME: 3 days for pickling; 10 minutes for salad prep PICKLED CHERRIES Adapted from the Pickled Grape recipe by Karen Solomon in “Can It, Bottle It, Smoke It” As someone who had never pickled anything before, I sought out an… Continue reading Massaged Kale Feta Salad with Pickled Cherries and Walnuts