Dried Zucchini – from Bar Tartine
I anticipate using this dried zucchini in soups or stews. We’ll see what more I can think of in the dead of winter… Drying zucchini makes it sweeter, almost tropical in flavor.
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Garlic Confit
Garlic confit makes the creamiest, silkiest form of roasted garlic. It’s a bit fancier for plating, than having a big head of roasted garlic that you fork the roasted cloves out of; and it’s a bit easier for larger quantities. It takes a bit more time, since you have to get out the pressure cooker […]
Bread & Butter Pickle Recipe for Canning or Refrigerator
The winning pickle recipe from our annual block party! By unanimous decision, this Bread & Butter Pickle recipe won best tasting pickle.
Basil Pesto – Recipe
Basil pesto is the defining dish for summer in our house. It’s great to have on hand, ready-made in the fridge, to go on sandwiches, veggies, meat, and yes: pasta. Homemade pesto can be used in so many ways, that it’s good to have around, waiting to be added to chicken or toast or even […]
How to Dry Figs – Recipe
Grilled Figs – Recipe
Great served with grilled pork tenderloin or pork chops…or as an appetizer with a big hunk of toasted bread with goat cheese.
Roasted Garlic – Two Ways
Garlic can be roasted by the head, or as individual cloves. Roasting the individual cloves is best when using roasted garlic in recipes, and is a quick way of preserving. Roasting Garlic Heads Roasting Garlic Cloves
Roasted Figs – Two Ways
Savory roasted figs are an excellent accompaniment to roasted meats; the sweet roasted figs can be served for dessert with either a soft cheese, like ricotta, or ice cream…or put them on a salad with a balsamic vinaigrette…or serve with crackers & cheese…or crusty bread with extra virgin olive oil & balsamic vinegar dipping sauce…apparently […]
Dill Compound Butter
Summer Minestrone – Recipe