2 hearts of romaine, halved lengthwise, leaving the stems on so that the leaves don't fall apart 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp olive oil sea salt cracked pepper 2 tsp rosemary, roughly chopped Combine the garlic, vinegar, oil, and rosemary. Season well. Set aside. Grill the lettuce until wilted, about… Continue reading Grilled Hearts of Romaine
Chicken Yam Soup
1 lb skinless, boneless, chicken thighs, cut in 1" pieces 1 tbsp butter 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 onion,minced 3 leeks, white and light green parts only,thinly sliced 3 jalapenos, seeded, minced 2 yams, peeled, cut in a 1/2" dice 5 cups chicken stock sea salt cracked pepper 2 bay leaves 1 tsp dry sage… Continue reading Chicken Yam Soup
Tahini Soba Salad
1/2 lb soba noodles sea salt 1 egg 3" daikon, peeled, julienned 1/2 a cucumber, peeled, julienned 1 tsp sugar 2 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp rice vinegar 1 tsp sesame oil 1 tsp sambal oelek 2 tsp tahini 1 tbsp water 1 scallion, minced 1 large garlic clove, minced 12" ginger, peeled, grated Cook… Continue reading Tahini Soba Salad
Parpadelle Bolognese
1 lb fresh parpadelle 1/2 onion, minced 1 carrot, peeled, minced 1 stalk celery, minced 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 lb lean ground beef 4 slices bacon, diced 1/2 cup red wine 28 oz. whole canned tomatoes 2 cups chicken stock sea salt cracked pepper 1/2 cup light cream parmesan, grated fresh basil Saute the… Continue reading Parpadelle Bolognese
Kale and Arugula Salad
1 tbsp sesame seeds 2 cups kale leaves,washed, and chopped 1/8 tsp kosher salt 1 avocado, diced the juice of half a lime 1 cup arugula leaves 1 tbsp cilantro, diced 1/2 tomato, diced 6 green olives, minced Toast the sesame seeds briefly and place in a large bowl. Add the tomato, salt, and kale.… Continue reading Kale and Arugula Salad
Tender White Crepes
3/4 cup flour 1 egg 1 cup milk 2 tbsp butter, melted a pinch of salt Combine the all the ingredients. Chill 30 minutes. Pan fry in 30 minutes. Serve with fruit and whipped cream.
Spicy Arugula Soup
5 oz. arugula, washed,coarsely chopped 4 cups chicken stock 1 tbsp soy sauce 1/2 tsp sugar 1/2 tsp sea salt 2 inches ginger, peeled, minced 1 scallion, minced 1 tbsp sriracha the juice of 1 lime In a large saucepan combine the chicken stock, soy sauce, sugar, salt, and ginger. Bring to a boil. Cover… Continue reading Spicy Arugula Soup
Coconut Pecan Rice Pudding
1 cup flaked sweetened coconut 1 tbsp butter 1/2 cup chopped pecans 2/3 cup arborio rice, rinsed well in water, drained 3 cups milk 1/4 cup sugar 1 tsp vanilla 1/4 cup heavy cream Preheat the oven to 375 F. Toast the coconut for 5 minutes, until golden brown. Remove from the oven. Set aside.… Continue reading Coconut Pecan Rice Pudding
Fiery Parsley and Potato Salad
4 medium yellow potatoes, chopped roughly sea salt cracked pepper 1/2 cup mayonnaise the juice of 1 lime 1 tbsp whole grain mustard 1 tsp ancho chile powder 1/2 tsp cayenne powder 1 tsp adobo sauce from canned chipotles 1 tomato, seeded,diced 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped 2 scallions, green parts only, minced 4 garlic cloves,… Continue reading Fiery Parsley and Potato Salad
Beef Ribs with Lentils
3 1/2 lb beef ribs (flanken or short ribs), excess fat removed, cut in manageable lengths 1/4 tsp dry rosemary 5 cups chicken stock kosher salt cracked pepper 1 bay leaf 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 onion, minced 1 celery stalk, minced 1 cup dried lentils du puy, rinsed, picked over 1/2 tsp dry thyme… Continue reading Beef Ribs with Lentils