Rare Peppers and Kale

Originally titled, “Buena Mulata Kale Stuffed Violet Sparkle Lipstick Pepper,” this blog post and recipe really was a mouthful.Honestly, though, it’s so much more simple than all those words combined.While the words AND the produce is absolutely gorgeous, the premise is actually quite simple: fresh from the garden, rare, heirloom peppers, kale, and Chinese Five…

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Vegan Cheesy Farro

So rich, so creamy, and so delicious– and it is all plant-based!Using farro, rather than rice, creates a texture similar to risotto for this recipe. Yet, the farro creates more of a nutty feeling, in addition to the natural creaminess. And, cooking with wine (as you know) offers a richer, more profound profile than just…

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Blackberry Serrano Sourdough Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Remember how much you loved grilled cheese sandwiches as a kid? I loved mine with a hearty bowl of tomato soup. Of course, my version of grilled cheese wasn’t just any old white bread and American cheese sammy, mine was the REAL DEAL. Yes, thick, hearty grain bread covered in just barely melted, sharp manchego…

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