Baked Baby Artichokes in Sauvignon Blanc Adapted from The French Market Cookbook by Joanne Harris and Fran Wade I’ve mentioned my Northern California roots in many of these recipes. The farm fresh vegetables found at the local produce stands and farmer’s markets are second to none. Now that I live in Colorado, access to fresh baby artichokes at the beginning of summer is something I miss. I could have them 100...
Read MoreFavorite Homemade Granola Protein Bars Adapted from a recipe by Alton Brown Ingredients: 2 cups old fashioned rolled oats 1/4 cup whey protein 1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds 1 cup sliced almonds 1/2 cup wheat germ 1/4 cup flax seed 1/2 cup locally made organic honey 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar 1-ounce unsalted butter, plus extra for pan 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 6 1/2 ounces chopped combination of your favorite...
Read MoreHeirloom Tomato Salad During the peak of summer when heirloom tomatoes are at their best, why get complicated? Heirlooms, olive oil and garden fresh herbs are all you need for a delicious summer salad. The taste is incredible and the wide variety of colors from green to yellow and purple with add life to your dinner table. Ingredients: 4 large heirloom tomatoes of varying colors, cored and sliced 1/4 inch thick 1/4 cup basil...
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Shaved Summer Squash with Squash Blossoms from A Platter of Figs by David Tanis.I can’t say enough about this book. Every recipe is so fresh and simple, allowing the seasonal ingredients to shine without over seasoning or complicated sauces masking their flavors. When I was looking for a fresh way to enjoy summer squash this recipe did the trick. It only takes a few ingredients and minutes of your time to assemble this beautiful...
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Summer Squash, Yukon Gold Potato & Heirloom Tomato Gratin Ingredients: 1 garlic clove, smashed 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 1 1/2 pounds yellow summer squash and zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (use Thyme or Oregano as a variation) 1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley 2 large garlic cloves, chopped 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive...
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Ingredients: 3 slices, thick sliced smoked bacon 4 tablespoons butter, plus 2 tablespoons, plus 1 tablespoon 4 tablespoons flour 2 cups half and half (or 1.5 cups of milk) 3/4 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper 1/2 teaspoon adobo sauce from canned chipotle chiles (*optional) 1/2 teaspoon ancho chile powder (*optional) 2 cups grated Parmigiano-Reggiano 1 pound elbow macaroni or cavatappi 3/4 teaspoon minced garlic 4 ounces...
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