Posts Tagged ‘ vegetables ’
Polenta with Roasted Vegetables
Polenta is an excellent base for all kinds of foods, but particularly rich, savory flavors. I’ve paired it with short ribs and beef stews, but it wasn’t until I faced a glut of soon-to-be-expiring farmer’s market veggies in my crisper drawer that it occurred to me to roast them and serve over a base of […] Read More
Seasonal Eats: September
On warm September days, it’s easy to forget that summer is ending. And then I realize that the stone fruit vendors have already left the market, with Corn Man soon to follow. And where did that butternut squash come from? What happened to summer? Nonetheless, it’s still a good month for the market. You can […] Read More
Betty Says: Tricks for Eating Healthier
Welcome to the second installment of “Betty Says,” where we tackle reader questions. This week, we have: Dear Betty, What’s the best advice you have for someone who wants to eat better? – Hungry in California Hi Hungry, I think that when it comes to eating healthy, there are two primary issues: eating better food, […] Read More
What’s in Season? July
Our produce remains on an odd schedule because of this year’s strange weather in northern California, which of course only points out how utterly spoiled we are during most seasons. The stone fruits are still so-so, our corn still hasn’t appeared at the market (almost a month late!) and our tomatoes look anemic. However, we’ve […] Read More
Lemony Pasta with Spring Vegetables
Lemon Pasta Primavera This is a variation on a Cook’s Illustrated recipe for spaghetti al limone, a great recipe in its own right. I’ve modified it to add spring vegetables, using whatever I had on hand, to create a makeshift primavera. The heavy cream makes the recipe sound daunting and heavy, but 1/4 cup spread […] Read More
What’s in Season? June
It’s June 1, even though it doesn’t feel like it in the Bay Area where yesterday it was 58 degrees and raining. (Today is only marginally better, but at least the temperatures have hit the 60s. Barely.) We seem to have misplaced Spring this year. I’m hoping for a rapid jump to summer because my […] Read More
Try Something New: Sugar Snap Peas with Mint
Sometimes, I’m really on top of things with this blog. Other times, the meal is over and I realize that I’ve forgotten to take pictures of the very thing I’m blogging about. Guess which was the case for today’s post? I found this excellent recipe for minty sugar snap peas over on Salt & Fat, […] Read More
What’s in Season? May
Spring is here! Spring is here! The strawberry vendors are offering samples, the cherries are flowing freely and the tomatoes look beautiful. It’s a wonderful time at the market. Vegetables Artichokes Asian greens Asparagus Broccoli Carrots Cauliflower Cucumber Kale Leeks Lettuce Mushrooms Onions Peas Peppers Potatoes Spinach Tomatoes Fruits Apricots Cherries Cantaloupe Nectarines Peaches Plums […] Read More
Try Something New: Acorn Squash
As a kid, I never ate squash. My mother relied heavily on bags of frozen vegetables, and fresh squash just wasn’t on the menu. Imagine the surprise of my adult self when I discovered that I actually liked it. Acorn squash is plentiful, cheap and tasty. There are two primary cooking methods: baking and microwaving. […] Read More
What’s in Season? April
The Tiny Kitchen Assistant and I went back east for a family visit in early February. I wanted to stop by the supermarket to buy some produce and milk for my 92-year-old Nana. “Why don’t we just go to the market and get her the good stuff?” the Assistant asked. Oh baby, we are so […] Read More
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