Sunchokes (Jerusalem Artichokes) Are In Season: Recipes & History

Fresh from California, sunchokes are in season. They’re typically harvested in the fall, around October, after the plant’s flowers have died back. Their flavor gets even better after a light frost. Their autumnal availability makes them a seasonal ingredient for many fall and winter holiday dishes. This brings us to the question: What are sunchokes?…
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RECIPE: Twice Baked Pumpkin Potatoes

This recipe for Twice Baked Potatoes offers a new twist by mixing pumpkin in with the scooped-out potato flesh. The result is more complex flavor and more creamy texture—not to mention a bright orange color. There are also a trio of onion varieties: green onions, shallots and yellow onions. The recipe is from Taylor Mathis…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Make Labneh, Lebanese Yogurt Cheese

The trick to plating labneh or yogurt dip: Use a shallow bowl or a plate and add the labneh. You can make a depression in the middle with a soup spoon and fill it with extra virgin olive oil, or drizzle the olive oil on top and around the edges. Then, sprinkle the entire surface…
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RECIPE: Veal Meatballs With Vodka Sauce

[1] Veal meatballs with vodka sauce. Enjoy them in a multitude of ways (photo © Nielsen-Massey).   Want to try a new meatball recipe for National Pasta Month? Looking for something more sophisticated to serve on game day? How about veal meatballs? Meatballs can be served as an appetizer or a main course, as an…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Pumpkin Pasta Sauce

Pumpkin pasta sauce for fall: Buy it or make it! Photo courtesy Cucina Antica.   Here’s a two-fer for National Pasta Month and Halloween: Tuscany Pumpkin pasta sauce from Cucina Antica. You can buy it, or make your own. The sauce can also be used to top other foods including sautéed or roasted vegetables, and…
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