Summer in the northeast is prime time for Farmers Markets. While they are open and stocked for many of the months in the year, it is summer when they really shine. Bushels of Jersey tomatoes and corn, colorful squash, bountiful fruit — eating the rainbow is never easier. Wandering the stalls on a quiet morning inspires even the most reluctant cook. Luckily, preparation is simple and easy this time of year — all you really need is a good olive oil and salt. Even heat is optional. … [Read more...]
family dinner with dinner: a love story
Family dinner. One of the great challenges of modern parenting. I imagine that caveman parents struggled to find a dinner that satisfied picky eaters and budding vegetarians. It has only gotten harder since those days. We now have dual-career families and longer commutes, and the irresistible force of easier-than-ever food delivery that goes well beyond standard pizza. … [Read more...]
summer salad with jersey tomatoes
The Jersey tomato. It's the stuff of folklore and legend, and one of the few things this Jersey Girl actually appreciates about summer in New Jersey. Growing up here, I didn't realize how good I had it until I tried tomatoes elsewhere - bland at best, mealy at worst. I now understand why my mom used to make us stop at the roadside stand near Grandma's … [Read more...]
sweetly simple balsamic-marinated skirt steak
I have a tendency to dive straight into the deep end. I like to think of it is as go big or go home, but others might describe this particular quirk a bit differently. Circa 1996, right around the time I began cooking for two, this tendency led me to begin my self-guided culinary education with The Martha Stewart Cookbook. … [Read more...]
we tried a farm share, and here’s what happened.
Ever thought about a farm share? Fresh fruits and vegetables delivered to your door, new recipes and preparation techniques based on seasonal produce, the family gathered around the table sharing a meal full of color and vitamins… nice fantasy. But I have kids. And a full time job. And a general love of restaurants. … [Read more...]
Brooklyn Supper’s roasted cauliflower and garlic dip with toasted pepitas
It was love at first sight. A healthy snack based on my favorite vegetable that also looked stunning in a bowl? I couldn't get this one off Pinterest and on my table fast enough. Brooklyn Supper, the home of the incredible Roasted Cauliflower and Garlic Dip with toasted pepitas, is also one of my favorite food blogs … [Read more...]
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