SERVES 8 Delicate and crunchy with a wonderfully piney flavor, crispy sage adds an impressive touch to burgers or roasted sweet potatoes. INGREDIENTS 1 bunch fresh sage 3 tbsp/45 g butter coarse sea salt COOKING INSTRUCTIONS Pinch off leaves from sage. Heat butter in…
MAKES ABOUT 2 CUPS OR 7–10 PEPPERS Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce are one of my favorite ingredients. They add smoky heat and depth to otherwise simple dishes such as fruit salsa. I stopped using them when I started following a Paleo diet, as many of the canned…
MAKES ½ CUP/120 ML This is a perfect dressing to spice up a simple fajita salad. INGREDIENTS 2 limes, juiced 1 tsp/7 g raw honey 1 clove garlic, crushed zest of a lime ⅛ tsp cumin ⅛ tsp chili powder 2 tbsp/5 g cilantro, minced ¼ cup/60 ml extra-virgin olive oil sea…
I rarely use canned tomatoes, as I can easily cut, peel and chop them myself! Blanching tomatoes is healthier and less wasteful than buying canned, as you minimize your use of packaging! INGREDIENTS up to 8 tomatoes per round of blanching COOKING INSTRUCTIONS Boil…
I first offered this to accommodate picky guests. Now every time I serve these potatoes, most people have 2 servings, as they can’t decide which topping they prefer! We love this paired with my Flank Steak with Cilantro Sauce. The ingredients below make enough…
SERVES 4 This slightly sweet and spicy side dish is delicious and quick to make. Try it with my Lamb Shanks with Apricots. INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp/30 g ghee ½ cup/120 g shallots, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 bunch red chard, stems removed and leaves julienned ½ tsp sea…
SERVES 6 Salty and savory pancetta and nutty Brussels sprouts are a perfect pairing. This dish is delicious served with Balsamic Rosemary Roasted Chicken and Yams. INGREDIENTS 1 ½ lbs/680 g Brussels sprouts 1 tbsp/15 g ghee 4 oz/115 g pancetta, diced 1 medium shallot,…
SERVES 4 This dish bursts with flavor, and can be served as a side or a one-pot meal. The chorizo adds heat and makes this dish rich and satisfying. INGREDIENTS 1 head cauliflower 1 tbsp/15 ml ghee ½ large red onion, diced 1 red bell pepper, chopped 3 cloves garlic,…
SERVES 4 Cauliflower mash pairs well with almost any protein, but it’s particularly good with Beef Cheek Braised with Tomatoes. INGREDIENTS 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets 1 cup/240 ml Chicken Broth 3 pieces of bacon, diced ¼ cup/45 g leeks, thinly sliced 3…
SERVES 4 When fennel cooks, the strong licorice or anise flavor tends to subside and, as it caramelizes, the fennel takes on a sweeter flavor. This is the perfect accompaniment to grilled fish or chicken. INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp/30 g butter 2 medium fennel bulbs, halved…
SERVES 4 These radishes are tender, peppery and slightly sweet. The flavor is mild enough that they can be enjoyed alongside most entrees, but they are particular good with Panfried Filet with Shallot Sauce. INGREDIENTS 2 cups/400 g radishes, sliced and tops removed 2…
SERVES 4We often receive savoy cabbage from our CSA. This is one of my favorite ways to prepare it. The cabbage and carrots become sweeter as they cook, and the addition of bacon makes this a perfect marriage between sweet and savory. This is excellent served with my…