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.

Potato Tikki with Cilantro Chutney

Ingredients: 2 large potatoes ¼ cup chopped almonds, slightly toasted ¼ cup minced sweet red pepper 1-2 jalapenos, seeded and minced ½ tablespoon fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons fresh minced cilantro 1½ tablespoons arrowroot Freshly ground pepper Sea salt Olive oil for pan frying 1 cup finely shredded romaine lettuce Almond-Cilantro chutney Directions: 1. Boil [...]

By |2016-06-20T10:23:55-07:00June 13th, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Potato Tikki with Cilantro Chutney

Strawberries with Mango-Coconut “Sabayon”

Ingredients: 1 14-ounce can coconut milk 1½ cups chopped mango Pinch of sea salt ¼ teaspoon maple syrup ½ teaspoon freshly squeezed lime juice 3 cups of strawberries, hulled and halved 4 sprigs of mint for garnish Directions: 1. Put the coconut milk in a saucepan and stir until homogenous. Sir in the mango and [...]

By |2016-06-20T10:23:41-07:00June 13th, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Strawberries with Mango-Coconut “Sabayon”

Sweet and Sour Beet Soup with Wheat Berries

Ingredients: 6 cups broth of choice ½ cup wheat berries 1¼ pounds beets (about 3 large) with greens 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 large celery stalks, diced 1 large carrot, diced 3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar 1 tablespoon peeled, grated fresh ginger ½ teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled ½ teaspoon freshly [...]

By |2016-06-06T13:57:51-07:00June 6th, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Sweet and Sour Beet Soup with Wheat Berries

Broccoli-Spinach Spread

Ingredients: ¼ cup olive oil 1 teaspoon cumin seeds ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 pound broccoli (including stems and leaves), cut into ¼-inch pieces ¼ pound spinach, trimmed, washed and chopped ½ cup water 24 crackers, or oven [...]

By |2016-06-06T13:57:40-07:00June 6th, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Broccoli-Spinach Spread

Cauliflower in Curried Tomato Glaze

Ingredients: 1 large cauliflower, trimmed and cut into 1-inch florets ½ tablespoon ground coriander ½ teaspoon curry powder 3 tablespoons water ½ teaspoon mustard seeds 2 tablespoons melted butter 1½ cups chopped tomato Sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro Directions: 1. Steam the cauliflower until half cooked, 4-5 minutes; set aside. [...]

By |2016-06-06T13:57:27-07:00June 6th, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Cauliflower in Curried Tomato Glaze

Cucumber and Fennel with Orange-Mint Dressing

Ingredients: Salad: 1 cucumber, peeled, halved and seeded 1 small fennel bulb, trimmed and finely slivered 1 Granny Smith apple, cored, quartered and thinly sliced 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, pan toasted until golden Vinaigrette: 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice 2 tablespoons walnut oil (or oil of your choice) 1 tablespoon [...]

By |2016-06-06T13:57:13-07:00June 6th, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Cucumber and Fennel with Orange-Mint Dressing

Summer Squash in Fennel Butter with Pistachios

Ingredients: 6 summer squash, trimmed and sliced 1/8-inch thick 1 teaspoon fennel or crushed coriander seeds 2 teaspoons melted butter or herb oil Sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios nuts Directions: 1. Steam the squash until tender-crisp, 2-3 minutes. 2. Meanwhile, heat a skillet or wok over medium heat. Stir in [...]

By |2016-06-06T13:57:01-07:00June 6th, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Summer Squash in Fennel Butter with Pistachios

Live Fettuccini Alfreda

Ingredients: Sauce: 1¼ cup water 1 cup macadamia nuts 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 2 teaspoons shoyu 1½ teaspoons garlic, minced ½ teaspoon raw apple cider vinegar 1½ teaspoons nutritional yeast (optional) Pinch cayenne pepper Sea salt to taste Freshly ground black pepper to taste Pasta: 1½ cups thinly julienned or grated carrots 2 cups [...]

By |2016-05-31T14:56:35-07:00May 31st, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Live Fettuccini Alfreda

Potato Fennel Leek Soup

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup thinly sliced leeks ½ cup chopped fennel bulb 2 tablespoons minced garlic 6 cup water or stock of choice 2 medium potatoes, rinsed and chopped (2½ cups) 1 cup milk of choice 1 tablespoon minced Italian parsley 2 teaspoons shoyu 2 teaspoons sea salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground [...]

By |2016-05-31T14:56:24-07:00May 31st, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Potato Fennel Leek Soup

Wilted Dandelion Salad with Pine Nuts and Crispy Garlic

Ingredients: ¼ cup pine nuts 4 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 oranges 1 bunch dandelion greens, trimmed and cut into 2-inch lengths 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Directions: 1. Place pine nuts, garlic slices, and olive oil in a small skillet, and cook over low heat 20 minutes, or until the [...]

By |2016-05-31T14:56:12-07:00May 31st, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Wilted Dandelion Salad with Pine Nuts and Crispy Garlic
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