A simple, rustic galette or free-form tart. Nothing too fancy. Nothing too extravagant. But by no means lacking in personality…assorted, beautiful heirloom tomatoes, fresh herbs, a bit of cheese, a little sea salt and black pepper, all wrapped up in a homemade spelt butter crust. Easy to assemble, the more rustic looking (misshapen) the better … Continue Reading
Sometimes I have a craving for meat. I’ll let you in on a little secret, red meat is not bad for you. However, there is a caveat — you get [health, environmental] benefits from animals that are pasture-raised; animals that spend their days grazing and living in open, green pastures and are attended to by … Continue Reading
Who doesn’t like the crispy and browned bits? The top layer of a baked ziti or mac and cheese is undoubtedly the best part; the part where the noodles and cheese get all nice and toasty and crunchy. Looking for something to do with those leftover noodles in your fridge? A unique way to reheat … Continue Reading
I bought these beets because, well, they are quite naturally stunning, don’t you think? A vibrant mosaic of color — the varying shades of red, pink, and yellow pop off the plate. No specific plan was on the horizon for these beets, so I stuffed them in the fridge and forgot about them. While aesthetically … Continue Reading
Fall has officially arrived (the autumnal equinox). Where did the summer go? I’m not ready for fall. Summer don’t leave; I’m not ready to say goodbye… I’ve seen pumpkins and squash, apples, and pears at the market, but my taste buds are not ready for those flavors just yet. There are still a few ears … Continue Reading
