Linguini with Mussels and Ramps
Okay, so this recipe came to be in a roundabout sort of way. For Mother’s Day I wanted to share a memory of my Mom’s Linguini with Clam Sauce. When I would take the kids (4 rambunctious cuties), to visit my parents, it was a two and a half hour drive. I did it as […]
Tea Juice Punch
The idea of mixing juice with herb tea to make a light and refreshing drink was introduced to me by my dear friend Joanie when our kids were young. It’s brilliant! Not only does it taste great but it offers a drink (for young and old) that has far less sugar and is free of […]
Lemon Balm Dressing
This is a great time of the year when the first fresh greens, herbs and wild edibles become available. They are so fresh and welcome after the winter months. Lemon balm and mint are some of the first perennial herbs to emerge. Also known as Melissa, lemon balm was made into tea by the early […]
Ramps in Spring Miso Soup
I do love miso soup ( see Mother Earth for making your own). But I don’t drink it every day and sometimes not for a while. I am so grateful to have this in my repertoire so when I am hungry for some I can easily make it. This spring with so many stresses and […]
Soba with Wild Salmon
Buckwheat is a very hearty grain (actually grass) that is known for its warming and strength-giving properties. It’s a great cold weather food. Soba is pasta made from wheat and buckwheat and has some of the same hearty, warming qualities. This is a dish made for spring before the weather gets too hot. Perfect for […]
Carrot Flowers
Whether you a are skilled chef or an occasional cook, knowing how to make carrot flowers can brighten the day. This is a really simple technique. Use a sharp knife and be slow and careful with your first carrots to practice. Don’t worry if they don’t come out perfectly. Do it again. And then do […]
Naturally Dyed Quail Eggs
Naturally Died Quail Eggs Takes time and care Recipe/ Experiment Quail eggs – as many as you want For each dye bath you will need 2 cups water, 2 Tbs. white vinegar and 1 cup fresh ingredients or 1/4 cup for dry ingredients. A drop of vegetable oil for each bath Things to try: 1/4 […]
Red Quinoa with Shrimp and Snow Peas
I was delighted to learn that the University Of New Hampshire is working on a project to re-domesticate quinoa to northern growing regions. I did not know that we have wild varieties of quinoa growing around us like weeds. Most of the quinoa we are eating is coming from South America. I love quinoa!!! Quinoa […]