Yes, that’s right. The smooth, creamy, buttery, and salty goodness of freshly ground peanut butter AND the savory, green deliciousness of pesto all in one. What could be more enticing? Well, the addition of sharp cheddar cheese, believe it or not. Yes, peanut butter and cheddar (or almond butter for that matter) with the umami…
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Yes, I’ve said it before. Pesto really is the BESTO! Pesto can be anything at all, which is why it’s so incredibly THE BEST. There’s really no rule that states the savory smear needs to be the basic basil, pine nut and parmesan deal. …..there’s no rule that states garlic and olive oil must be…
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Lunch lends itself to leftovers. There is one “someone” in our house who simply refuses to consume anything leftover. Seriously? Sometimes things are actually better the next day around the block…soup, lasagna, pizza (only cold, of course), and in this case, Cashew Kale Tarragon Pesto. It’s the “besto,” really. A little time for all of these…
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There I go again with my mouthfully rich and wordy recipe titles. Perhaps I’m losing my creativity – my touch – or perhaps it’s simply growing. Perhaps, maybe I’m growing… The oh so delicious Kale Butta’ we’ve enjoyed in the past has been calling my name again, as of late. It’s simple and so very…
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I have shared before that before I began baking with Valerie (she truly taught me everything I know if the baking and pastry realm) I was terrified of batter, dough, bread, crust, and the like. COOKING was my thing – no chemistry involved, no measuring – just sense and feel. Well, over the years I’ve…
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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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There’s something remarkably unique and delicious about pulled pork sandwiches, right? Many venues will work with pulled chicken, brisket, or beef – but the pork texture is the key.So, what are we to do in the case of plant-based meals, vegan friendly, and environmentally conscious eating days?The answer is jackfruit!Yes. It’s a tricky little fruit,…
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We fell in love with Stony Brook oils a few years ago. Valerie and I are often infatuated with the latest and greatest when it comes to food and other fine things. (Yes, the staff at Nordy’s knows us well). And our relationship status with really fine things may go beyond mere infatuation. We are…
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Gremolata or gremolada is a chopped herb condiment classically made of lemon zest, garlic and parsley. It is a traditional accompaniment to the Milanese braised veal shank dish ossobuco alla milanese. Basically, it’s a special form of vegan pesto or a take on chimichurri – but better. The extra crunch and savory addition of the…
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It’s a pesto. It’s a spread. It’s a sauce. It’s a butter. It’s an accoutrement. It’s a crumble. It’s akin to the tantalizing texture topping a summer berry cobbler or crisp, only savory. It’s pretty much everything all in one…and it’s delicious… Can anyone else name a well known seed that’s been masquerading as a…
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