Citrus Almond Basil Cake

Serves 6 This recipe is from an old Herb Companion magazine I tucked away. I had forgotten how delightful this surprisingly light cake is. The basil provides a nice compliment to the citrus-almond flavor. 1 1/4 c. almonds, blanched 4 eggs, separated 1 c. organic sugar, divided 2 Tbs. fresh basil, finely chopped grated rind [...]

By |2012-07-31T00:27:51-07:00July 9th, 2012|Recipes|0 Comments

Cherry Tomato and Summer Squash Crumble

Serves 4 3 Tbs. butter 1 1/4 c. breadcrumbs 2 Tbs. finely chopped basil 1 small yellow onion, chopped (about 1 c.) 1/2 lb. summer squash, diced (about 2 cups) 3 c. cherry tomatoes 1 clove garlic, minced (1 tsp.) 1/2 c. grated Swiss or Gruyere cheese 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Oil a [...]

By |2014-08-28T18:21:48-07:00July 9th, 2012|Recipes|0 Comments

Garlic and Herb Potato Stacks

Makes 12 potato stacks 1 3/4 pounds potatoes 3/4 c. finely shredded dry cheese of choice (parmesan, Asiago, dry Jack...), divided 1/4 c. butter, melted 2 Tbs. chopped fresh herbs (such as basil or cilantro) 1 Tbs. spicy brown mustard 1/2 tsp sea salt 3/4 tsp. pepper 4 cloves garlic, minced 1. Preheat oven to [...]

By |2012-09-15T23:04:20-07:00July 9th, 2012|Recipes|0 Comments

Polenta Stuffed Chard with Bubbly Parmesan

Serves 4 These gorgeous green parcels, best eaten on a Sunday night in front of a fire, are both dramatic and comforting (think lasagna without the pasta, ricotta, or mozzarella). Use the largest Swiss chard leaves you can, and keep in mind the polenta will take a full hour to chill. sea salt 3/4 c. [...]

By |2012-09-20T13:42:17-07:00June 11th, 2012|Recipes|0 Comments

Strawberry Salsa

Makes 1 2/3 cups (6 servings) 1 pound strawberries, hulled and diced 1/4 c. thinly sliced scallions 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced 1/4 c. basil, chopped 2 tsp. fresh lime juice 1 Tbs. sweetener (you may not need much, the berries have been so sweet I haven't used any sweetener) 1/8 tsp. sea salt 1.Gently [...]

By |2012-09-20T13:40:11-07:00June 11th, 2012|Recipes|0 Comments
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