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Mason Jar Sprouts
Mason jar sprouts are clean and easy to grow, especially if you use a mesh “sprouting lid.” (I...
Garden Herb Spread
When you have parsley growing like crazy in your garden, make this nutritious and delicious (and...
Bouillabaisse
Bouillabaisse is really two soups in one: a flavorful fish stock and a soup made with that stock...
Poached Shrimp
This quick, gentle cooking method makes for tender, delicious shrimp, especially if you buy...
Gingerbread Candied Almonds
Hailing from the Christmas markets in Germany, Gebrannte Mandeln ("burnt almonds") come together...
Authenic Italian Pesto
Pesto Genovese is made with seven sacred ingredients: basil, extra-virgin olive oil,...
Blackberry Balsamic Compote
You know what's better than jam? A berry compote! I had this little spoonful leftover from when I...
Shrimp Escabeche
Trust me, there are quite a few shrimp in there under the pickled vegetables! Serve as a wine...
Tarragon Aioli
Technically aioli has garlic in it, but I like using the term for homemade mayonnaise whatever the...
Bean Salad with Tarragon Vinaigrette
There's no magic to bean salad or what some people call marinated beans: start with beans and add...
Candied Walnuts
Make a batch of these candied walnuts to enjoy with beet salads (see these: beets w/blue cheese,...
Maple Pepitas
When you need a little something crispy and salty for topping a salad or bowl, look to pepitas,...
Same Day Pizza Dough
When I want pizza and haven't planned ahead, I make a yeasted dough and add some of my sourdough...
Pumpkin Seed Pesto
This pesto is made from pumpkin seeds, the green ones known as "pepitas" which come from hulless...
Deconstructed Waldorf Salad with Amy’s Blue Cheese Dressing
This recipe is all about the blue cheese shallot dressing, made with Point Reyes Original...
Cranberry Mostarda with Grissini for Cheese Board
A pretty addition to a cheese board or even the Thanksgiving table, mostarda is an Italian...
Fig and Prosciutto Salad with Honey Vinaigrette
When you see the figs, buy the figs. The luscious green ones are my favorite, but the purple ones...
Cream Cheese and Lox
Brunch is one of my favorite ways to get together with people. It's casual because of the timing...
Sheet Pan Polenta Tomato Tart
This recipe is a hybrid of my polenta appetizer squares and the polenta tomato tart I adapted from...
Polenta Tomato Tart
When it's fresh tomato season here in Montana, I'm usually satisfied with a plate of sliced...
Avocado Ranch
I made this dressing to go with Bison Taco Salad, and had some extra so the next day I tried it on...
Egg Salad
A text with a friend yesterday reminded me to post some of my "just stir it together" favorites,...
Artichoke Nibbles
My Mom made a lot of recipes from Sunset magazine in the 1970's and these Artichoke Nibbles are...
Sourdough Starter Crackers from Maurizio
Just scoop, mix, let proof a couple hours, roll out on a sheet of parchment, cut and bake, and...
Gravlax
Salmon is easy to cure at home but for some reason has people intimidated. No more! As long as you...
Tomatoes and Mozzarella
Tomato season has taken it's sweet time getting here this year, but now that we are in the last...
Spring Rolls
These Vietnamese style spring rolls make for a cool and refreshing dinner. Set up all the...
Hummus
Hummus is easy to make at home and great to have on hand for when you need a quick lunch or snack...
Chive and Caper Cream Cheese
This is an easy appetizer to keep in mind for Thanksgiving and holiday get togethers. Add smoked...
Crispy Lentils
Pantry items are a whole lot easier to incorporate into meals when you get them cooked. This photo...
Mignonette for Oysters
Most of my oyster memories are midday affairs with either a waterfront view or heaping mounds of...
Salted Almonds
The best results for homemade salted almonds come from a hot brine and a hot oven. I've adapted...
Roasted Delicata Squash Rings
Squash fries anyone? Delicious as an appetizer or as part of "sheet pan dinner" which is when I...
Black Pepper Ranch
Black pepper and buttermilk make a great dip, drizzle, or dressing—think of it as ranch dressing...
Pesto
Our growing season is short here in Montana, but a lot seems to happen in mid-summer. I returned...
Focaccia
A fluffy focaccia like this can be yours in a couple hours. Thanks to food network's Anne...
Pipikaula (Hawaiian Beef Jerky)
My friend, Mary Ann, is almost Hawaiian, even though she is a haole and lives in the snow when...
Asparagus with Egg and Tarragon Vinaigrette
I was never one to swoon over vegetables. Bread and pastries, yes, but not vegetables. Until I...
Pastry Puffs (Cream Puffs, Pâte à Choux, Profiteroles)
Make these puffs the next time you need a special treat for a group--it's not every day people get...
Baked Sweet Potato Fries
There's really not much to making your own baked sweet potato fries: scrub a couple sweet...
Grandma B’s Nuts & Bolts
I think Grandma B was skimping on the butter when she made Nuts & Bolts back in the 60's....
Tomatillo Salsa/Green Cocktail Sauce
Call it salsa because it's fresh with some Scoville heat, or call it green cocktail sauce because...
Miso Butter with Chives
I didn't think butter could be improved upon, but by adding white miso and rice vinegar you get a...
Quick Pickled Veggies
You can make quick pickles with just about any veggie - let your garden or farmer's market be your...
Crispy Garbanzos
Crispy garbanzos are something you can make at home, the key is to let the beans air dry for 30...
Quick Pickled Vegetables (Sweet Version)
This is just what you need as a side for your grilled burgers and such this Memorial Day weekend....
Spring Rolls
Ahhhh, the aroma of fresh mint has me excited for my class at the Cancer Support Community...
Hard Boiled Eggs (easy to peel)
Hard boiled eggs. Not the most interesting topic, but when those darn shells stick to the white,...
Miso Tahini Sauce
Think peanut sauce without the peanuts, and way more probiotics. Use it on cabbage slaw and serve...
Citrus Cured Salmon
Thanks go to Roland Passot, a masterful French chef at the helm of exquisite La Folie on Russian...
Naturally Fermented Cabbage, Small Batch
If you love the tang of vinaigrette-dressed greens, fresh squeezed lemonade, or a sip of kombucha,...
Poached Shrimp
I set a bag of frozen shrimp in my refrigerator to thaw but didn't get around to making the recipe...
Grissini
Julia Child and Carol Field appeared to have so much fun making these rustic breadsticks that I...
Muhammara (Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Spread)
When you have the BBQ going, toss on a couple whole red peppers to roast; they blacken in a few...
Hummus with Thai Flavors
Quick and healthy lunches and snacks are at your fingertips when you have fresh hummus in your...
Soba Noodles with Peanut Sauce
Enjoy these peanut soba noodles on their own, topped with shredded chicken, or tossed with crunchy...
Sautéed Mushrooms with Prosciutto
Great for any kind of nibble party, be it book club, open house, or just hanging out with friends,...
Pizza Dough
Pizza at home seems like a good idea until you try to mix and rise the dough the same day you're...
Grilled Peach, Sweet Onion & Bacon Salad
A delicious and different side dish for the grilling out, porch party days of summer: grilled...
Roasted Brussels Sprout Chips
The crispy brussels sprout chips from Marlowe are better, but you can make these at home whenever...
Smoked Turkey and Blue Cheese Salad in Endive Spears
‘Tis the season to know how to whip up a good hors d'oeuvre. And a big plus if it isn’t based on...
Caesar Salad Dressing
Lemony Caesar dressing is terrific on crisp, chilled romaine lettuce or as a dip for vegetables. I...
Peanut Sauce
Spicy peanut sauce? Sweet peanut sauce? Customize your personal blend by making it yourself—it...
Asparagus Terrine with Tarragon Mayonnaise
This might seem a fussy preparation for asparagus and eggs, but it is one of those magic French...
Asparagus Appetizers with Soy Vinaigrette
I've had this recipe in my stash since my single girl days -- something I clipped from Self...
Popcorn
Popcorn made in a pan on the stove is delicious drizzled with butter, of course, but do try it...
Polenta Appetizers
Appetizers don't always require bread. Cook some polenta, spread on a sheet pan, bake for 30...
