INGREDIENTS: BlueberriesPineappleMintRum DIRECTIONS: To two highball glasses, add fresh pineapple chunks, fresh blueberries, mint syrup and mint leaves. Muddle until pineapple chunks, blueberries and mint are broken down. Add in crushed ice, lime juice, rum and top with club soda. Garnish with skewers of blueberries and sprigs of fresh mint. Drink. Repeat. Serves: 2 Credits: […]
Baked Asparagus Fries
INGREDIENTS 1 cup Panko1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheeseKosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste1 pound asparagus, trimmed1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 large eggs, beaten INSTRUCTIONS: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray. In a large bowl, combine Panko and Parmesan; season with salt and pepper […]
Green Bean Salad
INGREDIENTS 1 lb. green beans trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces1 cup baby heirloom tomatoes, halved1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled1/3 cup kalamata olives, sliced1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs such as dill, parsley, chives, basil1/4 cup olive oil1 tsp Dijon mustard2 tbs red wine vinegar1 tbs lemon juice1/4 tsp garlic powder1/4 tsp onion powder1/2 tsp dried oreganosalt and pepper to taste DIRECTIONS: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes until just […]
Seared Sea Bass with Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Baby Carrots with Sauteed Balsamic Baby Heirloom Tomato Sauce
INGREDIENTS 1 lb Fingerling potatoes (about 24 total), sliced in half lengthwise1 lb baby peeled carrots (12-16 total)4 6oz portions Seabass, fresh, skinless1-2 shallots, minced2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced2 pints Baby Heirloom Tomatoes1 tbs fresh Thyme, plus more for garnish¼ cup Balsamic vinegar3 tbs Capers, drained2 tbs of cooking oil4 tbs extra virgin olive oil, […]
Spring Vegetable Risotto in Lemon Thyme Broth
INGREDIENTS 1/2 small yellow onion, diced2 cups Arborio rice1 cup white wine8 cups chicken broth, heated to rolling boil, divided2 tbs thyme chopped½ cup fava beans, cleaned, blanched½ cup asparagus, diagonally cut in 1” lengths, blanched½ cup English peas1-2 lemons + zestSalt and pepper to taste1/2 lb butter, divided3/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano plus shaved […]
Grilled Asparagus Cobb Salad
INGREDIENTS 6 large eggs1/3 cup plus 1 1/2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil2 1/2 tbs white wine vinegar1/2 tsp Dijon mustardAbout 1 tsp kosher salt, dividedAbout 3/4 tsp freshly ground pepper, divided1 large garlic clove, finely chopped1 1/2 tbs finely chopped chives1 1/2 tbs finely chopped flat-leaf parsley2 lbs. large asparagus, ends trimmed2 bunches green onions, […]
Grilled Asparagus Tacos
INGREDIENTS 3 tbsp. canola oil4 garlic cloves, crushed with press1 tsp. ground chipotle chile1/2 tsp. Kosher salt1 lb thin asparagus, cut ends trimmed8 oz. shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded1 bunch green onions, trimmed8 corn tortillas, warmed1 cup homemade or prepared guacamoleLime wedgescilantro sprigsHot sauce DIRECTIONS: Heat grill on medium. In a large baking dish, combine oil, garlic, chipotle, and salt. Add asparagus, shiitakes, and […]
Roasted Carrot & Herb Feta Pastry
INGREDIENTS 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed in refrigerator overnight1 egg, beaten with 1 tbs waterExtra virgin olive oil1 cup crumbled feta cheese, divided1 whole lemon, juiced1/3 cup olive oil1/4 cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped2 tbs fresh dill, roughly chopped1 clove garlic1 tsp black pepper 2 lbs. baby rainbow carrots2 tbs olive oil1 tsp sea […]
Mango Ginger Kale Green Smoothie
INGREDIENTS 1 cup ice (optional)2 cups packed fresh kale leaves, chopped1 cup ripe fresh mango, cubed1 cup ripe frozen peaches1 tbsp. minced fresh ginger1 1/2 – 2 lemons or limes, juiced (yields ~1/4 cup)1 1/2 – 2 cups filtered water1 tbsp. maple syrup (optional) DIRECTIONS: Add ice to the blender first and crush. Then add […]
Ginger and Garlic Fingerling Potatoes
INGREDIENTS 4 pounds Fingerling Potatoes3/4 cup milk, warmed6 tablespoons butter, divided2 tablespoons olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root1 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 tablespoons chopped green onions1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley DIRECTIONS: Bring a pot of water to a boil over high heat; add potatoes, reduce […]