This recipe sums up late summer vegetables here in North Carolina. The flavors all fit so well together, even though I forgot a few ingredients. It was so good, I think I’m going to make it again next week! It is adapted from one of my favorite cookbooks Local Flavors by Deborah Madison. 1 1/2 [...]
Posts Tagged ‘tomatoes’
End of The Summer Spaghetti
Posted in Meals/Recipes, tagged capers, eggplant, olives, pasta, spaghetti, tomatoes, vegetarian on August 30, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Roasted Chicken Quarters
Posted in Meals/Recipes, tagged basil, chicken, corn, cucumbers, goat cheese, local, tomatoes on August 18, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
I tend to get chicken quarters (leg and thigh) at the Farmer’s Market more often than I get chicken breast or any other meat. Mostly because they are cheap, they are typically the perfect size, and they are hard to mess up. This recipe is just one of the simple ways you can make chicken [...]
Quinoa and Pine Nut Pilaf
Posted in Meals/Recipes, tagged kale, local, pine nuts, quinoa, tomatoes, vegetarian, watermelon on August 11, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
I love quinoa, and I’m always looking for new recipes, and new ways to use it. This is adapted from a recipe in the Moosewood Restaurant cookbook, an oldie but goodie. This was a great way to use some of my local basil, corn, and bell peppers. Make sure to toast the pine nuts before [...]
Another Quick and Easy Local Meal
Posted in Meals/Recipes, tagged apples, basil, butternut, local, pork, squash, tomatoes on August 7, 2010 | 3 Comments »
Here is another great example of how you can make a quick, yummy, local dinner. Baked butternut squash, pork with apples, and a tomato basil salad. All local! For the baked butternut squash, wash then cut the squash in half, scoop out the seeds then place face down in a roasting pan, add a little [...]
Quick and Cheap Local Meal
Posted in Meals/Recipes, tagged basil, dinner, eggs, kale, local, potatoes, tomatoes, wine on July 25, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
By now we have all heard the reasons to eat local (better for us and the environment). However, many people still think it’s too expensive. It doesn’t have to be. This dinner is one of many examples of a cheap and healthy meal, and it happens to be 100% local. Typically the meat will be [...]
Purple Hull Beans
Posted in Meals/Recipes, tagged bacon, basil, beans, carrots, garlic, goat cheese, heirloom, onion, purple hull beans, tomatoes on July 4, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
It is summer here in North Carolina. To me, that means that the local farmer’s markets are packed with yummy produce! Going to the farmer’s market on Saturday mornings is one of my most favorite things to do. It’s like a candy store and toy store all in one. Plus, I’m surrounded with lots of [...]
Turkey Tacos
Posted in Meals/Recipes, tagged gluten free, lettuce, tacos, tomatoes, turkey on March 14, 2010 | 2 Comments »
I haven’t had tacos in a long time, so I was very excited to make these. Instead of ground beef this recipe uses ground turkey, so you save a little on the saturated fat. Plus this recipe adds beans, so there is more fiber and nutrients than regular tacos. Plus they are just super tasty! [...]
Vegetarian Bolognese
Posted in Meals/Recipes, tagged gluten free, pasta, tinkyada, tomatoes, vegetarian on January 8, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
This was really tasty! I can’t wait to eat the leftovers tomorrow, pasta sauce is always better the next day. This is adapted from Cooking Light. 1/4 cup dried porcini mushrooms (about 1/4 ounce) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 1/2 cups finely chopped onion 1/2 cup finely chopped carrot 1/2 cup finely chopped celery 1 (8-ounce) package cremini mushrooms, finely [...]
Stewed White Beans with Tomatoes and Rosemary
Posted in Meals/Recipes, tagged beans, stew, tomatoes on January 1, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
This simple recipe is even better the next day, adapted from Martha Stewart. 1 pound dried white beans, soaked overnight 1 onion, 1 half finely chopped 1 carrot, chopped 1 celery stalk, chopped 1 bay leaf 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes, with juice 1 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/8 teaspoon [...]
Pizza!
Posted in Meals/Recipes, tagged cheese, crust, goat cheese, pizza, salad, sausage, tomatoes on November 23, 2009 | 2 Comments »
I love pizza, well, I love my pizza. I haven’t had one out that I liked as much. I like a thick chewy crust with lots of tomato sauce and not too much cheese. Most places are skimpy with the sauce, put way too much cheese on top and serve thin crust. Some of my favorite [...]
