Donna's Guacamole Donna's spin on a party favorite Servings 2 avocados, mashed 1 lime, squeezed 1 tomato, chopped 1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped 1/2 red onion, diced 1/2 jalapeno, diced, with seeds removed Salt to taste Mix all ingredients together. Adjust seasonings to [...]
Fennel and Blood Orange Salad
Julia Lont2022-01-21T09:06:24-08:00Fennel and Blood Orange Salad A unique and colorful melange of flavors make a beautiful and delicious salad! Servings ½ red onion 2 blood and/or navel oranges 2-3 fennel bulbs (about 1 lb after trimming) 6 dry-cured black olives 3 Tbsp olive oil Juice of 1 [...]
Melogold Grapefruit Salsa
Julia Lont2024-02-08T11:27:52-08:00Melogold Grapefruit Salsa A zesty citrus alternative to your standard salsa. Delicious with fajita chicken and/or veggies. Servings 2 large Melogold grapefruit 1 medium tomato, chopped 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 jalapeño pepper, minced, seeds & veins removed 1/3 cup red onion, chopped 2 Tbsp [...]
Simple Wheat Bread
Julia Lont2021-12-29T11:37:23-08:00Simple Wheat Bread Fresh home-baked bread is a treasure! Servings 5 cups (22.5 oz) unbleached bread flour 3 cups (13.5 oz.) whole-wheat flour 3 tablespoons (1.5 oz.) granulated sugar 3 teaspoons (.76 oz.) salt 3 teaspoons (.34 oz.) instant yeast 4 tablespoons (2 oz.) extra virgin [...]
Smoky Tempeh Brussels Sprouts
Julia Lont2021-11-10T09:30:17-08:00Smoky Tempeh Brussels Sprouts A simply delicious side dish which is both vegan and gluten free. The smoky flavor of the tempeh "bacon" pairs well with the delicious caramelized maple syrup. Servings 2# Brussels sprouts ¼ - ½ tsp sea salt 3 Tbsp maple syrup 2 Tbsp olive [...]
Kale Caesar Salad
Julia Lont2021-11-10T09:27:53-08:00Kale Caesar Salad Superfoods that taste super together! This fully plant-based Caesar-style salad features kale and hemp seeds with a deliciously light lemon-based dressing. Servings Dressing 1 cup raw cashews 1 tsp Dijon mustard ½ tsp sea salt 1/8 tsp black pepper 8 cloves garlic [...]
Celeriac Potato Salad
Julia Lont2020-03-17T11:03:25-07:00Celeriac Potato Salad A unique variation on potato salad featuring celeriac and artichoke Servings 1 lb. celeriac 1 lb. red potatoes 1 ½ tsp. salt, divided 14 oz. can artichoke hearts, drained 1 celery stick, chopped 1 cup mayonnaise 1 Tbsp. light cream 2.5 [...]
Mushrooms Berkeley
Julia Lont2020-03-17T11:02:31-07:00Mushrooms Berkeley Rich, flavorful mushroom side dish would go great with meat or potatoes, or both! Servings 1 lb. fresh crimini mushrooms 1 onion, chopped ½ cup butter 2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard 2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce ½ cup brown sugar ¾ cup red table wine [...]
Russian Red Cabbage
Julia Lont2020-03-17T10:58:47-07:00Russian Red Cabbage Delicious classic cooked cabbage side dish Servings 1 medium head red cabbage 2 onions 2 carrots 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar 2 Tbsp. brown sugar 1 large pinch cinnamon 1 sour apple, peeled 1 stick celery ½ - 1 cup [...]
Mom’s Scalloped Potatoes
Julia Lont2020-03-17T10:57:48-07:00Mom's Scalloped Potatoes Another Midwest family favorite Servings 3 Tbsp. butter 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour 3 cups milk 1 tsp. salt ¼ tsp. pepper 6 medium potatoes, pared and thinly sliced 2 Tbsp. chopped onion Melt butter over low heat; add flour, [...]