Ingredients: 2 large red bell peppers 1 (14-15 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained (If you don’t have these, you can substitute an extra bell pepper to roast) 1/2 cup almonds (marcona almonds are traditional, but regular work too) 1/4 cup slivered almonds (for an extra touch) 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup fresh […]

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion, diced 2 large carrots, diced 2 celery stalks (optional), diced 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste 1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed 4 cups vegetable broth or water 1 bay leaf 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1/2 large lemon) Optional toppings: Chopped fresh parsley, […]

Ingredients: For the biscuits: 250g very soft unsalted butter 50g icing sugar (also known as confectioners’ sugar) 225g plain flour (all-purpose flour) 25g cornflour (cornstarch) For the filling: 100g unsalted butter, softened 200g icing sugar ½ tsp vanilla extract Raspberry or strawberry jam Equipment: Baking trays Baking parchment (parchment paper) Large mixing bowl Electric mixer […]

Yields: About 24 beignets Prep Time: 2 hours 30 minutes (including rising) Cook Time: 5-8 minutes Ingredients For the Dough: 1 package (2 and 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast 1 and 1/2 cups warm water (between 110 and 115 degrees F) 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk 2 large eggs, room […]

Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30-40 minutes Ingredients: Vegetables: 2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds 1 yellow squash, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 medium red onion, cut into thick wedges 1 pint cherry or […]

Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound asparagus, tough ends trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 cup heavy […]

Yields: About 1/4 cup Ingredients: 2 tablespoons whole coriander seeds 1 tablespoon whole cumin seeds 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns 1 teaspoon whole cloves 1 teaspoon green cardamom pods (or seeds from about 5 pods) 1 (2-inch) piece cinnamon stick 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg Instructions: Toast the spices: Heat a small skillet over medium-low heat. […]

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 medium beets, peeled and roughly chopped 1 medium potato, peeled and chopped (optional) 4 cups vegetable broth 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar Garnishes (optional): sour cream, plain […]

Yields: 6-8 Toffee Apples Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Ingredients: 6-8 small, firm apples (Granny Smith is excellent for tartness) 6-8 sturdy lollipop sticks or wooden skewers 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (120ml) water 1/4 cup (60ml) golden syrup (or light corn syrup) 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar (or lemon […]

Ingredients: 1 pound fresh chestnuts Sharp paring knife or chestnut knife (optional) Instructions: Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Score the Chestnuts: Place a chestnut flat-side down on a cutting board. Use a sharp knife to cut an “X” through the outer shell on the rounded side of the chestnut. Repeat for all […]