for the squash: 1 delicata squash, sliced into 1/4 inch half-moons, seeds reserved 1 tablespoon fennel pollen salt freshly ground black pepper canola oil for the seeds: 1/2 cup raw delicata seeds, rinsed clean 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon fine salt 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano for the […]
Ingredients: 1 onion, sliced into quarter moons 2 medium yellow squash, cut into bite-sized wedges 3 cloves garlic, sliced 1-pint cherry or other small tomatoes, halved 2 4.4 oz tins sardines in olive oil 2 tablespoons nonpareil capers 1/3 cup (drained) Kalamata olives 1/2 cup (loose) coarsely chopped Italian parsley red pepper flakes 3/4 lb […]
2 medium eggplants 2 small zucchini 1 handful flat leaf parsley, chopped 1/4 cup tahini 1-2 tablespoons olive oil juice of 2 lemons 2 cloves garlic, minced salt freshly ground black pepper healthy pinch ground chipotle Directions: Preheat oven to 375. Place each eggplant on a gas burner and grill, turning occasionally until the skin […]
Ingredients: 4 slices of bacon, cut into bite-sized pieces 2 zucchini, cubed 1/2 small red onion, sliced thinly 2 cups cubed, cooked turkey 2 cups leftover Moros y Cristianos (Cuban-style Rice and Beans) 2/3 cup extra sharp cheddar Directions: Grease a 2-quart baking pan or small casseroles to equal 2 quarts. Preheat the oven to 350. […]
Ingredients: 4 thick cut boneless pork chops 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 1/4 cup grated Parmesan 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning 1 delicata squash, sliced into rings, seeds removed 8 oz crimini mushrooms 1 small red onion, cut into wedges salt freshly ground black pepper Directions: Preheat oven to 375. Lightly grease a […]
Ingredients: 1 medium zucchini, cut into bite-sized pieces 3 shishito peppers 2 cups cherry tomatoes (I used Sun Gold) 1 small onion, sliced into quarter moon slices 1 lb large scallops, patted dry Florida seasoning or lemon pepper salt Directions: Lightly oil a grill pan and heat. Arrange the vegetables in a single layer. Sprinkle […]
Ingredients: 3/4 lb hot Italian sausage (casings removed) 2 small zucchini, diced 1 small onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 large head escarole, chopped 2 quarts chicken, turkey or vegetable stock 1 15-oz can cannellini beans, drained 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika 1 tablespoon Italian herb seasoning salt freshly ground black pepper Pecorino Romano to […]
Ingredients: 4 cups finely grated Russet potatoes (about 4 medium potatoes) 2 small-medium zucchini, finely grated 1 small onion, grated 1 egg, beaten 1/4 cup matzo meal 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic sea salt freshly ground black pepper canola oil Directions: In a large cast iron skillet or another heavy bottomed pan, heat […]
Ingredients: 1 cup pearl couscous 1 lb turkey or regular andouille sausage, sliced into coins 1/2 red onion, chopped 1 Serrano pepper, minced 2 ears’ worth of corn kernels 2 zucchini, cubed 2 stalks celery, sliced 1/2 tablespoon Creole seasoning pinch celery seed pinch cayenne fried eggs, optional Directions: Bring 1 1/4 cup of […]
Ingredients: for the sauce: 1/4 cup “pure” sesame paste* 1/4-1/3 cup water 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon light brown sugar 2 tablespoons chile-garlic sauce 1/2 tablespoon hot sesame oil for the duck: 1 1/2 cold, roasted duck (I used Maple Leaf Farm’s Roast Half Duck with Orange Sauce -discarded the sauce packet) green tea leaves to […]