It’s finally happened; I’ve found a summer squash recipe that’s worth making because it tastes good, not merely because it gets rid of excess squash. (Actually, I do like summer squash in Ratatouille, but the squash blends in to that mixture.) Even better, the winning recipe, Broiled Squash with Thyme, couldn’t be easier. Here it […]
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Roasted potato salad wins diners’ approval
July 1st, 2009 · 3 Comments · potlucks, recipes
I’ve officially been writing this blog too long. Or, I’m officially lacking in creativity and originality. Why do I say that? Because, after writing about the Roasted New Potatoes Salad that you see above, I discovered I wrote about the exact same salad and only slightly differently almost exactly two years ago. However much that […]
Lawrence market turns Japanese for a day
June 29th, 2009 · 5 Comments · Farmers markets, Food preparation, local food
When in Kansas, use ingredients the Kansans do—on the way to making a traditional-style Japanese dish. That was the idea Saturday when organic growers from Saitama, Japan, did a cooking demonstration in the sweltering heat at the Lawrence Farmers Market. A Kansas delegation visited Japan a month ago or so in this exchange sponsored by […]
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Icky vegetables hide in freezer, wait for soup
June 24th, 2009 · Comments Off on Icky vegetables hide in freezer, wait for soup · Food preparation
I confess: I’m not crazy about all vegetables. As much as I like to say that I’ll eat anything (which is mostly true), I have to admit I wouldn’t necessarily choose some things. This sad fact comes to mind as I pursue my goal to eat all my CSA food despite my most recent bag […]
Raw beet salad an easy way to use lovely roots
June 17th, 2009 · 1 Comment · local food, recipes
It’s beet time again, and I say hooray. I love beets. This year’s beet recipe is a joy due to its versatility and simplicity. But first, a look at the beauteous root (partially peeled): How could anyone not want to eat something so beautiful? Anyway, this recipe is based on one in How to Cook […]