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.

Romanesco with Parsley and Green Olives

Ingredients: 1 head Romanesco (or regular) cauliflower 1 bunch flat-leaf parsley, stems removed, leaves finely chopped 2 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon ½ cup chopped green olives (Spanish or Greek are very nice) 2 tablespoon drained capers, rinsed 1/3 cup olive oil sea salt and freshly ground pepper Manchego cheese Directions: 1. Cut cauliflower into [...]

By |2015-11-09T14:28:27-08:00November 9th, 2015|Recipes|Comments Off on Romanesco with Parsley and Green Olives

Garlic-Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients: 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed, and halved 1 small lemon, sliced 4 cloves garlic, sliced ¼ cup olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh chopped thyme ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/3 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese ¼ cup toasted pine nuts Directions: 1. Position racks in upper and lower third of [...]

By |2015-11-09T14:28:12-08:00November 9th, 2015|Recipes|Comments Off on Garlic-Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Glazed Roasted Delicata Squash

Ingredients: 5 pounds delicata squash 4 shallots, quartered lengthwise 3 tablespoons olive oil ½ teaspoon sea salt, plus a pinch, divided ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper ½ cup honey ½ cup apple cider vinegar ½ cup pomegranate seeds ¼ cup pine nuts, toasted ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped Directions: 1. Position racks in upper and [...]

By |2015-11-02T15:16:56-08:00November 2nd, 2015|Recipes|Comments Off on Glazed Roasted Delicata Squash

Butternut Squash Lasagna

Ingredients: Butternut Squash Filling: 2 cups roasted butternut squash puree (roast squash ahead of time) 1 cup ricotta cheese ½ cup milk (or more, if needed. May sub non-dairy milk) ¼ plus 1/8 teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg Spinach Filling: 1 cup cooked spinach (can also use cooked chard) 1 cup ricotta [...]

By |2015-11-02T15:16:49-08:00November 2nd, 2015|Recipes|Comments Off on Butternut Squash Lasagna

Cauliflower and Kale Frittata

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, sliced 2 cups small cauliflower florets ¼ cup water 5 cups chopped kale 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme ½ teaspoon sea salt, divided ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided 8 large eggs ½ teaspoon smoked paprika ½ cup crumbled goat cheese or shredded [...]

By |2015-11-02T15:16:40-08:00November 2nd, 2015|Recipes|Comments Off on Cauliflower and Kale Frittata

Sauteed Broccoli and Kale with Toasted Garlic Butter

Ingredients: 2 bunches kale 1 cup water, divided 2 large heads broccoli, trimmed and cut into florets 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper, plus more for garnish ¾ teaspoon sea salt Directions: 1. Remove tough ribs and stems from the kale leaves; [...]

By |2015-11-02T15:16:18-08:00November 2nd, 2015|Recipes|Comments Off on Sauteed Broccoli and Kale with Toasted Garlic Butter

Baked Butternut Squash with Spicy Moroccan Butter

Ingredients: 2 pounds butternut squash ¼-½ cup warm water 2-4 tablespoons Moroccan Butter (recipe follows) Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Prepare the squash by halving them and removing the seeds and fibers. 2. Pour the water into a baking dish and set the squash on top. Spread 1-2 teaspoons Moroccan Butter over each [...]

By |2015-10-27T14:57:54-07:00October 27th, 2015|Recipes|Comments Off on Baked Butternut Squash with Spicy Moroccan Butter

Cauliflower with Paprika Garlic Sauce

Ingredients: 1 medium head of cauliflower 3-5 tablespoons olive oil 3 medium-sized garlic cloves, peeled 2 tablespoons chopped parsley sea salt 1 tablespoon sweet paprika 2 tablespoons strong red wine or sherry vinegar Directions: 1. Cut the cauliflower into small pieces; the size you will want to serve. Steam over boiling water in a steaming [...]

By |2015-10-27T14:58:07-07:00October 27th, 2015|Recipes|Comments Off on Cauliflower with Paprika Garlic Sauce

Onion Apple Soup

Ingredients: 4 large yellow onions, cut into thin slices 2 cups dry red wine 3 apples (about 4 cups), cut into thin slices (peeling optional) ¼ cup minced fresh ginger 2 teaspoons sweetener 2 teaspoons fresh tarragon 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper 8 cups vegetable stock 1/3 cup dark miso [...]

By |2015-10-27T15:00:10-07:00October 27th, 2015|Recipes|Comments Off on Onion Apple Soup

Apple Sesame Ginger Relish

This relish is a great garnish for Onion Apple Soup. Ingredients: 1 apple, chopped into small pieces 2 scallions, chopped into small pieces ¼ cup fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger Directions: Toss all ingredients in a bowl. Mix well and allow to marinate for at least 30 [...]

By |2015-10-27T14:59:40-07:00October 27th, 2015|Recipes|Comments Off on Apple Sesame Ginger Relish
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