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,…
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 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…
Recipe Types: Gluten Free, Side Dish, Vegetarian Ingredients 5 medium potatoes 4 large cloves garlic 1 tbsp oil 3 tbsp butter 2 tsp salt or to taste Instructions Dice and place potatoes into a pot of water. Heat until boiling Simmer potatoes until fork tender, ~10-15 mins Meanwhile, heat oil in a saucepan Finely chop garlic, add to…
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,…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…