Seasonal recipes for today's kitchen
I know that Halloween is around the corner, and I should be carving pumpkins. But I decided to carve and stuff apples instead. Baking apples, scented with cinnamon and packed with a mixture of pecans and dried fruit, says that happy fall days are here.–Read more
Richly toasted oats, crunchy seeds, sweet coconut, and golden raisins blend together to make a granola that’s sure to brighten your morning. An older version of this tasty cereal was one of the specialties of my father-in-law Walter, or as I call him, Big Wally.–Read more
As the leaves in our neighborhood begin their autumn show of yellows, oranges, and reds, I find myself drawn to foods that match their hues. Pumpkins and other squashes will fill that category, of course, but so do beets. Our farmer’s market and the grocery–Read more
Sometimes the simplest adjustments make a big difference on the dinner table. I recently found inspiration to change up our menu in my garden, where basil and mint have been enjoying summer sunshine. They helped me build what I call a Harvest Herb Salad, a–Read more
This summer I’ve discovered Italian prune plums. A few weeks ago a merchant at our farmers’ market recommended them to me for jam making. Their purple skins hide a greenish yellow interior, creating a rather mundane appearance when raw. And I know– their name is–Read more
As the last days of summer come upon us, I prize my trips to our local farmers’ market for fresh produce. At the market, I can find vegetable varieties that might not be available at the grocery store. The offerings are local, fresh, and full–Read more