In the south, collard greens are traditionally made with smoked or salted meats, primarily ham hocks. I looked for a substitute for ham hocks (they kind of freak me out, not going to lie), and found a … [Read more...]
Salad with Roasted Shallot Vinaigrette
My poor leafy greens from this week's CSA are beginning to wilt on me. I wanted to use them before they were no longer salvageable, so another salad! I'm stunned with how many different vinaigrette … [Read more...]
Berries with Lemon Mint Syrup
I came across this recipe while researching different ways to incorporate mint into my meals. This dish sounds like the perfect summer dessert, so I thought I'd give this one a try. Ingredients … [Read more...]
Strawberry-Mint Mojitos
There are few things more refreshing on a hot summer day than a mojito. My CSA share came with mint this week as well, so mojitos sounded like a perfect drink for this little heat wave we are … [Read more...]
Sauteed Collard Greens
This week, I received collard greens as part of my CSA. Although traditionally made with smoked meats and such, I wanted to ease my way into this new veggie. (I'll try a somewhat more traditional … [Read more...]
Cornmeal-Crusted Scallops with Mint Chimichurri
I'm still working through my mint and came across this recipe on My Recipes. Chimichurri is normally made with parsley and oregano and is used as a marinade on meat. However, this recipe incorporates … [Read more...]
Salmon with Lemon-Mint Dressing
I was so excited to receive mint in my CSA this week. That emotion was quickly replaced by panic, what the heck can I make to actually use up all of this mint? I do have a dessert or two in the mix, … [Read more...]
Chocolate Mint Pudding
Chocolate Mint Pudding. Need I say more? This recipe is actually really easy, and it tastes amazing. I made a few changes to the original recipe depending on what I had on hand. Ingredients: 3 … [Read more...]
Spinach with Pine Nuts and Golden Raisins
I am still on a Wilted Spinach with Garlic Vinaigrette kick, but my CSA gave me a bag of spinach about the size of my torso, so I thought I'd take this opportunity to branch out and try other spinach … [Read more...]
Summer Garden Salad
When I usually make salads, I tend to just throw in there whatever I happen to have in my fridge. I received romaine lettuce and radishes as part of my CSA this week, so I thought it was time to … [Read more...]
Parsley Hummus with Toasted Pine Nuts & Pita
Hummus is really easy to make and can be customized to whatever suits your tastes. I am still working through my parsley, so I decided to try a parsley hummus on Epicurious with a few … [Read more...]
Seared Scallops with Garlic-Parsley Butter
I found a recipe on My Recipes for Seared Scallops with Garlic-Parsley Butter. It even includes my other favorite ingredient: mushrooms. And, even better, the recipe is served over a mashed potato … [Read more...]
Asparagus Risotto
I love asparagus. I love risotto. So I thought combining the two would be easy and delicious. I used a recipe from Bon Appétit, just to make sure I knew what I was doing. Well, my poor “asparagus … [Read more...]
Grilled-Steak and Arugula Salad with Mustard Caper Vinaigrette
My parents graciously gifted me with an order of Omaha Steaks. My only issue is that I rarely make steak (chicken and veggies are my staples) so I went in search of something other than just grilled … [Read more...]
Ginger Sesame Chicken with Bok Choy and Mushrooms
Finishing out my CSA bundle for the week, I decided to make a stir fry that had both bok choy and mushrooms as ingredients. (The recipe for Ginger Sesame Chicken with Bok Choy and Mushrooms originally … [Read more...]
