Garlicky Asparagus

Garlicky Asparagus Serves 2 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 8 garlic scapes cut into 1-inch pieces 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced Salt and pepper to taste In a large skillet, heat the oil over moderately high heat. Add the asparagus and sauté for a few minutes … More Garlicky Asparagus

Fried Green Tomatoes

I made fried green tomatoes for the first time this summer. I’m not sure what took me so long, but this year I was in such a hurry to eat my tomatoes that I couldn’t resist picking several of them green. I especially liked having them for breakfast, a great stand-in for a side of … More Fried Green Tomatoes

Kohlrabi and Watercress Salad with Ground Sesame Dressing

I foraged for watercress on Martha’s Vineyard and made this delicious salad with radishes and kohlrabi from the West Tisbury farmers market. Kohlrabi and Watercress Salad with Ground Sesame Dressing Serves 6 1 pound of kohlrabi and radishes, thinly sliced or julienne 1 bunch of watercress, stems trimmed ¼ cup white sesame seeds 1 tablespoon … More Kohlrabi and Watercress Salad with Ground Sesame Dressing

House Granola

I sent out homemade granola for Christmas a few years ago. It was my first time making granola and I sent it out knowing that it wasn’t great. I don’t remember where I got the recipe, but it was fussy – toasting everything on the stove first and the constant stirring once it went into the oven. … More House Granola