Persian Lemon Walnut Herb Galette

When referring to Persian cuisine and the food of Mesopotamia, we are most frequently referencing the absolutely amazing aromatics accustomed to the the culinary traditions of the region. Persians love fresh herbs and eat them with every meal whether formal, fancy, of fast. The Persian word for these fresh herbs is sabzi (سبزی). Sabzi comes…

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Cherry Cranberry Walnut Pesto & Spaghettini

There’s just something about pesto… Not only is it the “besto,” but I also find it crave-worthy and comforting in every season. It’s light and fresh in the spring and summer, it’s warming in the fall, and it’s cozy in the winter. And, pesto in and of itself is so incredibly diverse! For shame I…

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Basil Broccoli Lemon Pesto & Roasted Beets

Have you ever wanted to “sneak” some veggies in, unexpectedly amp up another’s physical well being as the enjoy a salubrious and gourmet delight all at once? Me neither… I tend to do nothing in secret – I am a wide open book. In fact, I’ve been told I need to filter myself at times….

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Black Walnut Oregano Pesto

If you’ve ever made pesto before, you know the process has a lot to do with feel ~ not necessarily measuring. A lot of things are that way in life… feel your way through~ In this case, with an abundance of fresh herbs from the garden, a few handfuls of peppery oregano, a sprig or…

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