So we had company… and I made 3 quiches. I’m experimenting with g/f crusts beyond my traditional potato nest, which i love. I made one from quinoa. It was OK but i still like the potato nest better. On the right is the quinoa crust, the potato nests are on … Continue reading
So today, it was cool enough to turn on the oven. I made this quiche with lettuce, pac choi and ham. For the potato nest: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. shred 2 potatoes. Butter pie plate. Arrange potatoes in plate. Bake about 15 minutes. Remove from oven and proceed with … Continue reading
Well.. not quite. We’re still under a blanket of snow. But my friends in warmer parts of NY state are posting about dandelions and clamoring for recipes. Here’s a piece about a dandelion brew – LSD: http://inhabitat.com/10-reasons-to-quit-coffee-and-drink-lsd/ I find dandelion root too bitter, and i like my coffee caffeinated… but … Continue reading
So, this was dinner… You can find the recipe on p. 147 of Garden Gourmet: Fresh & Fabulous Meals from your Garden, CSA or Farmers’ Market. Although i made it with cottage cheese rather than milk. Here’s how the potato nest crust looks before you fill it: It is gluten … Continue reading
January. The holidays are over, and we look for lighter fare. This recipe transforms the humble spud and plebian leeks into much more than the sum of their parts. Create a delicious, yet simple tart. Serve as an elegant lunch or a casual dinner, with a light soup or fresh … Continue reading
