Ingredients: 2 bunches kale, stems removed ¼ cup olive oil ½ cup finely chopped shallots (about 2 large) 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons capers, drained and chopped sea salt and pepper Directions: 1. Bring extra large pot of salted water to a boil. Add kale and cook until almost tender, about 8 minutes. Drain. [...]
This recipe recalls the popular Indian dish, saag paneer. Its use of tofu instead of paneer, and Indian cheese, makes it lighter and more convenient. Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil of choice 1 large onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, sliced 1 ½ teaspoons garam masala (click for recipe) 1 ¾ cup broth of choice 1 large [...]
Ingredients: For the Dressing: 2 head green garlic olive oil juice of 1 lemon (about ¼ cup) 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard ½ teaspoon sea salt For the Salad: 1 bunch kale ¼ cup coarse fresh breadcrumbs 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. 2. Remove [...]
Whole grains and seeds such as quinoa digest slowly, avoiding the inflammatory blood sugar spikes. Dry-roasting quinoa and starting its cooking with boiling water helps grains to cook up fluffy and separate. Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, washed and drained 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1¾ cups boiling water 1 bulb green [...]
Ingredients: 1/3 cup orange juice 1/3 cup lemon juice 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon honey 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup shredded carrots 1 bunch kale, de-stemmed, and chopped into bite-sized pieces 1/3 cup chopped cilantro 2 tablespoons currants Directions: In [...]
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil zest and juice of 1 medium lemon 2 cups thinly sliced kale ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese ¼ roughly chopped toasted almonds 1 crisp apple of choice about ¼ teaspoon each sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper Directions: Whisk together oil, zest, and juice in a small bowl. Add [...]
I found this recipe in the Sunday newspaper - I love it - easy and delicious, and gets better if you let it sit for a while. INGREDIENTS Vinaigrette 3 cloves garlic ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons grated Meyer lemon zest ¼ cup tahini 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons soy [...]
Anytime I can use kumquats I will! This is a delightful addition to a lovely, hearty green salad. I use whatever greens I have, and even add any leftover roasted Brussels sprouts. The vinaigrette really makes this salad sing. INGREDIENTS 12 cups mixed hearty greens - kale, chard, etc. - cut into bite-sized pieces 1 [...]
INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1½ pounds kale, ribs removed, coarsely chopped 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth 1 teaspoon coriander ½ teaspoon ground cumin ¼ teaspoon garam masala ¼ teaspoon sea salt 1 15-ounce can chickpeas DIRECTIONS 1. Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add garlic and [...]
This is a wonderful comfort dinner on a cold, end-of-winter evening. It is a great recipe, using just the skillet, and it is packed with super nutrients. INGREDIENTS ¼ cup olive oil 1 cup frozen white pearl onions, thawed 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage 1 small bunch kale, center ribs and [...]