Spring Nettle Soup

Spring Nettle Soup

Spring Nettle Soup 1 Lb. fresh young nettles 1 yellow onion peeled and sliced 3 Stalks celery, chopped 2 Shallots, minced 1 Tbsp. butter 2 C. vegetable or chicken stock 2 tsp. dried tarragon 1 tsp. fresh chervil 2 C. Cream, or soymilk or almond milk ¼ C. fresh lemon...
Fresh Rolls with Peanut Sauce

Fresh Rolls with Peanut Sauce

PEANUT SAUCE Fry to crisp, do not burn:   2 T. peanut oil 3/4 C. onion finely, chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped When golden brown, set aside.   In a sauce pan heat: 1 C. coconut milk 3/4 C. smooth peanut butter 3 garlic cloves pressed   When above is...
Fresh Pea Soup

Fresh Pea Soup

Now is the time to buy fresh shelling peas at your farmers market. To serve four people buy three pounds of shelling peas. Get family or friends to help and it will go fast. Save the pods to make the stock.  The Stock 3 Cups roughly cut Pea Shells                    ...
Yam and Quinoa Waffles

Yam and Quinoa Waffles

Yam and Quinoa Waffles are a tasty and power packed breakfast. A good use of left over yams or quinoa, they can be whipped up and stored in the freezer for a quick morning start from the toaster. Fiber, protein, antioxidants, and flavor are loaded into these beauties....
Oly Kraut! Plus Ruben Making

Oly Kraut! Plus Ruben Making

This past weekend, I spent with friends I’ve known a long, long time. One from college days and another from young adulthood. We met in Olympia, the Capitol of Washington State. Under the flying pig, the Olympia Farmers Market was abloom with crowds.  Everything...
Black and White Burritos

Black and White Burritos

Black and White Burritos        Makes twelve       Bake 350F.  1 cup white organic quinoa*, cooked 1 can organic black beans 1 can organic cannellini beans 1 tsp. marjoram ½ tsp. oregano 1 tsp. coriander 1 tsp. cumin 1 tsp. chili powder ¼ tsp. dry yellow mustard 3...