Antipasto platters are a party and holiday favorite, made with salami and prosciutto. While both are high in sodium, prosciutto has about half the calories and a third less fat. Portion control is key. Prosciutto takes on an entirely different flavor (which is insanely delicious) when crisped in the oven, which is how our Crispy […]
Armed with a fresh bunch of Russian kale from Trogg’s Hollow CSA and Market Farm, we set out to try our hand at kale chips as part of our Eat Local Series. This sweet and mild variety has just a hint of pepper and its broad, flat leaves crisp up beautifully. We combined cumin and […]
We keep going back to North End City Market for Broadview Farm and Gardens’ baby turnips and continue to find new ways to enjoy them. This time around, we’re smashing them with garlic from Susie’s Garden Patch and freshly grated parmesan for a crispy outside and tender center. These Parmesan Smashed Turnips are great with […]
There are a lot of words in the recipe below. Don’t worry, it’s all in the prep, and all the cooking occurs simultaneously because the vegetables are roasting in the oven while the gnocchi is boiling on the stove. You’ll be enjoying this outrageously delicious Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Mushrooms and Sage Garlic Sauce in […]
There’s nothing quite like a meaty bowl of chili with a nice kick of heat on a cold winter day. In this version, the meaty texture comes from two types of quinoa (it’s a seed, not a grain), minced mushrooms, and finely chopped walnuts. A combination of black beans and red kidney beans makes this […]
There’s something to be said for simplicity and Salsa Verde a perfect example. Made with roasted tomatillos and peppers, it’s a pleasantly tangy departure from its tomato salsa cousin. Great as a sauce or dip with a flavor that speaks for itself. Enjoy it with our Cassava Coconut Tortilla Chips. Print Simple Salsa Verde made […]
White truffle oil has a strong, earthy aroma and a garlicky finish, which makes it a great addition to spaghetti squash, which has a rich, buttery flavor. A little truffle oil goes a long way and every brand is different, so be sure to taste your oil so you know what you’ve got. Our Mushrooms […]
There seems to be a rather heated debate about the presence of peanut butter in Pad Thai recipes, so we’re going to avoid that noise by calling this Vegan Spicy Peanut Stir Fry. Part peanut sauce, part Pad Thai sauce, and fully plant-based, the vegetables and noodles share the spotlight with a hint of sweetness […]
Heirloom tomatoes are the best tomatoes. This is a statement of flavorful fact, not a topic for debate, so when we can get them, we stock up. Late summer is a great time to hit local farmers markets and ask the vendors if they have any heirloom tomato “seconds” (we got ours from Eight Acres […]
We had some crazy junk food cravings this week. We’re talking mozzarella stick and tater tot level stuff. Fortunately, we were able to squash them with some fresh zucchini from Shade Valley Produce at the HCC Realty Farmers Market/Colonial Village and this easy Grain-Free Zucchini Tots recipe. Check out our Eat Local Series for more […]
Our sweet or savory Vegan Pie Crust is a simple plant-based dough that’s also gluten-free and paleo compliant and comes together in minutes in a food processor. It’s light and flaky like a pie crust should be and can be baked up on its own in 15-20 minutes but holds up to longer bakes when […]
What do you do with a bumper crop of ginormous zucchinis? You bake with them, of course. We picked up a massive zucchini from Broadview Farm and Gardens at North End City Market and…well…the rest is history. Hide veggies in plain sight, sweeten with dates and Lakanto, and keep it all vegan with Lily’s dark […]
Impress your guests with this savory Summer Squash Galette. We made ours with farm fresh yellow and green zucchini from Shade Valley Produce at the HCC Realty Farmers Market/Colonial Village, red onions from Twin Gardens, and heirloom tomatoes from Nichols Farm & Orchard, both at the Schaumburg Farmers Market. Check out our Eat Local Series. […]
Our Green Cauliflower Rice and Sweet Potato Bowl is made from vegetables with more vegetables hidden inside those vegetables. They’re everywhere! Smoky sweet potatoes, seasoned black beans with a hint of lime, and green cauliflower rice with just the right amount of heat from poblano peppers. This recipe makes two very generous servings and is […]