Vegetables

Artichokes have many lives. They are simple to prepare and have an endless array of uses. They can be boiled, grilled, sautéed and roasted. Roasting is my personal favorite because of the many ways I can use them. They are delicious chopped and added to an omelet, frittata or pasta. Pureed they can be a…

This is a simple salad that is delicious serve warm or room temperature. It makes a great lunch on the go item and can be served on a salad of mix greens, as a side dish to roasted pork loin or mixed with a bit of mozzarella, mashed lightly and broiled on rustic French bread…

Choose your favorite root vegetables, and don’t spend a lot of time prepping — I throw my onions and garlic in their skin attached, and my leeks with the root attached. They are easily removed once cooked. The garlic will get creamy and sweet, making a terrific Flavor Enhancer. Below is my favorite winter combination.…

The crisp texture of the spaghetti squash softens this classic combination of apple, cheese and toasty nuts. The watercress and daikon sprout salad create a surprise of spice and pepper! Cooking Category: Weeknight/Light Fare Skill Set: Novice/Easy Cooking Product Availability: All year Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 8-10 minutes Servings: 4 appetizers or 2…

So simple and the halloumi cheese takes on a salty taste and meaty texture, complementing the acidic and sweet taste of the tomatoes. Halloumi cheese is a Greek cheese from the lovely island of Cypress. It is a sheep’s milk cheese and possess a firm consistency that will hold its shape while grilling. Great beginning…