BRAISED SAVOY CABBAGE

BRAISED SAVOY CABBAGE

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...
BABY ZUCCHINI WITH FRESH GARDEN HERBS

BABY ZUCCHINI WITH FRESH GARDEN HERBS

SERVES 4 When zucchini season rolls around, my fridge is usually overflowing, between the farmers’ market and the generosity of gardening friends. I am always looking for new ways to prepare zucchini, but this simple sautéed version with fresh herbs remains my...
WATERCRESS SOUP

WATERCRESS SOUP

SERVES 4 Watercress can be hard to come by, so I snatch it up whenever I see it to make this soup. The watercress adds the perfect amount of pepper and spice to an otherwise sweet soup. INGREDIENTS 3-4 tbsp/44-60 g butter 1 cup/150 g yellow onions, finely chopped 4...
THAI-INSPIRED CHICKEN SOUP

THAI-INSPIRED CHICKEN SOUP

SERVES 8 This Thai take on chicken soup is so refreshing that you can even enjoy it on a summer day! The homemade broth is a powerhouse full of easily digested nutrients, such as calcium and magnesium. It is also rich in collagen, gelatin and amino acids. INGREDIENTS...
SLOW-COOKER HAWAIIAN OXTAIL SOUP

SLOW-COOKER HAWAIIAN OXTAIL SOUP

SERVES 6 TO 8 Oxtail is a tough but flavorful cut of meat that becomes very tender when cooked slowly. This Hawaiian version of oxtail soup is thin and light. The toppings are reminiscent of a Vietnamese pho. Traditionally this soup calls for peanuts but due to their...