About Rebecca Mastoris

Rebecca is a chef/teacher at Bauman College, and a partner in Vibrant Foods Catering along with Karen Haralson. Both Karen and Rebecca teach cooking classes at the farm and in town locally.

Vegetable Masamba

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons ghee or unsalted butter 1 cup diced onions 1 teaspoon ground coriander ¼ teaspoon ground cumin Pinch freshly ground nutmeg Pinch of ground cloves Pinch ground paprika Pinch of ground cinnamon Pinch black pepper 9 cups washed, dried, stemmed, and chopped fresh kale ½ teaspoon sea salt ½ cup diced fresh tomatoes [...]

By |2016-08-09T13:39:17-07:00August 8th, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Vegetable Masamba

Greek-Style Fresh Tomatoes with Orzo

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil ½ cup chopped onion 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 cups peeled, seeded (optional), chopped fresh tomatoes 12 Greek olives, pitted and halved 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano, or ½ teaspoon dried oregano ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/8 teaspoon crushed red [...]

By |2016-08-02T13:34:32-07:00August 1st, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Greek-Style Fresh Tomatoes with Orzo

Asian Soup with Greens and Noodles

Ingredients: 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock 2 cups water 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari 3 cups chopped romaine lettuce 1 cups greens - dandelion, chard, kale, etc. 4 ounces angel hair pasta (whole wheat) 4 scallions, each green top cut into “brushes” Directions: 1. Combine stock, water, soy sauce or tamari, and greens [...]

By |2016-08-02T13:34:21-07:00August 1st, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Asian Soup with Greens and Noodles

Beets Baked with Apples and Onions

Ingredients: 4 beets 2 apples ½ onion, diced 1 teaspoon sea salt 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1 tablespoon sweetener (optional) About 1½ tablespoons butter Directions: 1. Steam beets over boiling water until firm-tender when pierced with the tip of a sharp knife, about 5 minutes, depending on their size. [...]

By |2016-08-02T13:34:08-07:00August 1st, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Beets Baked with Apples and Onions

Saffron Cauliflower with Pine Nuts and Gemelli

Ingredients: 2 pinches saffron ½ cup warm chicken or vegetable stock 1 medium head cauliflower 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced ¼ cup pine nuts 8 ounces gemelli pasta ¼ cup freshly grated Romano cheese Several sprigs of parsley, chopped Directions: 1. Add the saffron to the stock and let it soften for [...]

By |2016-08-02T13:33:49-07:00August 1st, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Saffron Cauliflower with Pine Nuts and Gemelli

Poblano Chilies Filled with Radish, Green Onion, and Teleme Cheese

Ingredients: 4 fresh poblano chilies 3 ounces teleme cheese, cut into thin slices 8 large radishes, minced (about ½ cup) 8 green onions, including tender greens, minced (about ½ cup) 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/3 cup crema (Mexican sour cream), or 1/3 cup regular sour cream, thinned with 2 tablespoons half-and half 2/3 cups chopped [...]

By |2016-08-02T13:35:06-07:00August 1st, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Poblano Chilies Filled with Radish, Green Onion, and Teleme Cheese

Mashed Potatoes and Carrots

Ingredients: 1 pound small red potatoes ½ pound carrots, cut into 2-inch chunks Milk, cream, or cooking water Butter Sea salt and freshly ground pepper 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or dill Directions: 1. Steam the potatoes in their jackets until very tender, about 20 minutes. Remove them then steam the carrots until tender, about 15 [...]

By |2016-07-25T12:33:23-07:00July 25th, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Mashed Potatoes and Carrots

Leek Casserole

Ingredients: 6 leeks, thoroughly washed 2 cups celery, cut into small chunks 2 cups carrot, cut into small chunks 2 cups potato, cut into small chunks 6 cups stock of choice 2 cups of chopped tomatoes with the juice Freshly ground black pepper Sea salt to taste Large handful freshly chopped parsley Directions: 1. Preheat [...]

By |2016-07-25T12:23:13-07:00July 25th, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Leek Casserole

Cauliflower with Soy Sauce and Ginger

Ingredients: 1 pound cauliflower 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce 2 teaspoons finely minced fresh ginger Directions: 1. Cut the cauliflower into florets and steam them until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes, or to desired tenderness. Drain, add the soy sauce and ginger. Mix gently to coat the florets. Serve hot. Serves 4-6

By |2016-07-25T12:22:59-07:00July 25th, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Cauliflower with Soy Sauce and Ginger

Chard and Roasted Tomato Penne

Ingredients: 4½ tablespoons olive oil 1½ pounds cherry tomatoes 6-8 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled 2 pounds chard, trimmed, leaves cut across into ½-inch strips, stems cut across into ¼-inch strips 1 pound penne pasta Three 2-ounce cans anchovies, packed in oil, drained and fillets separated (optional) Sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste [...]

By |2016-07-25T12:22:48-07:00July 25th, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Chard and Roasted Tomato Penne
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