I just finished making a few jars of ramp pesto. But we did it vegan this time. We also did a non-vegan dish of black rice noodles topped with lots of ramps and clams. Here’s a recipe. Recipe: 2 c of chopped ramps 2/3 c boiled cashews (bring to a boil and then turn off…
Category: Appetizer
Happy New Year!
That’s what it feels like when ramp season arrives … the year is finally beginning. Spring has finally sprung. I may still have on my insulated overalls, but the heavy jacket remains on the hook in the house. Ramps are painting the wooded hillside with the first green brush of the year and the birds…
Za’atar with Yogurt
This is one of our simplest recipe using our Za’atar herb mix. Take a cup of yogurt and add a tablespoon or two of the Za’atar herb mix plus a squirt (1 or two tablespoons) of lemon juice and you have a wonderful dip for fresh vegetables or chips. If you like garlic you can also…
It’s Easy to be Green!
Early tomatoes make a wonderful salsa. For this version we used green tomatoes, baby red onions and corn we had frozen from last summer. For seasoning we used fresh cilantro, salt, pepper and lime juice. Simple but delicious and bright. We served it with corn tortillas that we buy in bulk and toast in our…
Green Tomatoes, Plain and Fancy
Green tomatoes are something that shouldn’t be overlooked. Especially as we begin the wait for a delicious summer red tomato! Here are some plain and fancy ways to use them: Chickpea Pan Bread Fry green tomatoes with onions in a pan with oil. Salt and pepper to taste. Then add a batter made from equal parts…
Zucchini Spread
This was very easy and the addition of thyme gave the dish a nice brightness. http://food.visitphilly.com/zucchini-spread/ Nice to have a way to eat zucchini in a cool (as in temperature) dish other than raw.