by Josie | Apr 15, 2021 | Cooking, Herbs, Spices
SHEMESH FARMS HERBS To bulk up for the soup season, we dry a lot of herbs that we grow in our gardens. It’s never enough. So I purchase additional herbs from several locations, including Penzy’s and The Savory Spice Shop in Sellwood. Last fall I learned...
by Josie | Apr 12, 2021 | Gardening, Herbs, Hors d'oeuvres, Recipes, Sandwiches, Sides, Vegetarian
One of the easiest vegetables to grow and the first to pop up in spring are radishes. A simple vegetable with its own beauty that can make a simple meal gorgeous. There are so many ways to enjoy them, but this is a favorite and so easy to prepare. It makes for a...
by Josie | Mar 27, 2021 | Gluten Free, Herbs, Meal Planning, Recipes, Sides, Vegan, Vegetarian
Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Chermoula Serves 4 entree steaks or 6 sides Ingredients 2 small heads or 1 large head cauliflower, core intact 2 T extra virgin olive oil (or spray oil) 1 tsp salt 1 tsp cracked black pepper 1/2 C freshly grated parmesan or asiago 1/3 C...
by Josie | Feb 12, 2021 | Condiments, Gluten Free, Herbs, Hors d'oeuvres, Meal Planning, Polenta, Recipes, Skewers, Vegan, Vegetarian
Just because it’s snowing outside, doesn’t mean you can’t grill like it’s a hot summer day! These vegetable skewers are easy to make. We used organic red and orange bell peppers, organic zucchini, red onion, and organic polenta. Lightly...
by Josie | Jan 21, 2021 | Cocktails & Beverages, Fermented Foods, Herbs, Recipes
I know. The name of this cocktail is a bit much, but until we come up with a name… This was so good and will be so good this summer. It’s light, refreshing, beautiful and comes together in just minutes. It was hard to leisurely sip. BUT but we recommend...
by Josie | Dec 24, 2020 | Condiments, Cooking, Herbs, Pistou, Preserving and Freezing, Recipes, Sauces, Soup
As far as potato soups go, this one is probably one of the best. Inspired by Julia Child’s recipe for Potage Parmentier, this is my version using the addition of a few ingredients including herb pistou. Serves 6 INGREDIENTS 1 T extra virgin olive oil 2 T...
