Kohlrabi

Scientific Name:  Brassica Oleracea Kohlrabi (German turnip) is a low, stout cultivar of the cabbage. The name comes from the German Kohl (“cabbage”) plus Rübe ~ Rabi (Swiss German variant) (“turnip”), because the swollen stem resembles the latter. The taste and texture of kohlrabi are similar to those of a broccoli stem or cabbage heart,…

Garlic Scape Pesto

Recipe Types: Appetizer, Gluten Free, Main Dish, Vegetarian  Ingredients These measurements are approximate: 1 large bunch garlic scapes –about half a pound 1¼ c hard shredded cheese (I use pecorino, but you can use parmesan, assiago, romano, etc.) 1 T lemon juice Olive oil or EVOO Salt and Pepper to taste Instructions In a blender or food processor, blend…

Kale

Kale is a form of cabbage, green or purple, in which the central leaves do not form a head. It is considered to be closer to wild cabbage than most domesticated forms. The species Brassica oleracea contains a wide array of vegetables including broccoli, cauliflower, collard greens, and brussels sprouts.  All kale is in the…

Heirloom Tomato

          An heirloom tomato is an open-pollinated (non-hybrid) heirloom cultivar of tomato. Heirloom tomatoes have become increasingly popular and more readily available in recent years. They are grown for historical interest, access to wider varieties, and by people who wish to save seeds from year to year.  Heirloom tomato cultivars can be found in a wide variety of colors, shapes,…

Creamy Choi Soup

Recipe Types: Soup, Vegetarian Serve this creamy soup as a starter or add a sandwich to make a warm lunch.Ingredients 1 T peanut oil 1⁄2 c chopped scallions, divided use 3 clv garlic, minced 2 t coarsely chopped fresh ginger 1 lb choi, any kind, chopped 1 large potato, peeled and diced 3 c vegetable stock or…

Celery Root and Potato Latkes

Recipe Types: Breakfast, Dairy Free Ingredients 1 large celeriac (~1-1.5 lb), peeled with a knife 2T fresh lemon juice 4 eggs, lightly beaten ½ tsp ground celery seeds 1½ large potatoes 1 onion, quartered ½ cup vegetable oil ⅔ cup all-purpose flour ½ tsp black pepper Instructions Put oven racks in upper and lower thirds of oven…

Butternut Squash Soup

Recipe Types: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Main Dish, Side Dish, Soup, Vegan, Vegetarian Ingredients 1 medium butternut squash (about 2½ pounds) 1 tbs extra-virgin olive oil 1 large shallot, diced 1 small cayenne or guajillo pepper ½ tsp sea salt ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper 2 cups homemade or no-salt-added chicken or vegetable broth ½ cup milk, or unsweetened plain almond,…

Green Pepper

Bell pepper, also known as sweet pepper and capsicum (in Australia and New Zealand), is a cultivar group of the species Capsicum annuum (chili pepper). Cultivars of the plant produce fruits in different colors, including red, yellow, orange and green. Compared to green peppers, red peppers have more vitamins and nutrients and contain the antioxidant…

Black Bean Burgers

Recipe Types: Main Dish Ingredients 2 cans (14.5 each) black beans 1 cup breadcrumbs ½ cup white onion, chopped small 1 egg ½ teaspoon chili powder ½ tsp oregano or other italian seasoning ¼ tsp peppercorns salt 8 slices Swiss Cheese Olive oil, for frying Butter, for frying 4 hambuger buns Mayonnaise Lettuce or other oreens…