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I have been hoarding my summer corn. For anyone who knows how sweet and fantastic it is right now is just like me, and needs lots of corn recipes on hand. This one fits the bill perfectly. I originally wrote this recipe for roasted corn, which is great for the rest of the year, but today I made this with my bounty of sweet and starchy raw farm corn. I cut it raw right off the cob and mixed it right into the cooked barley. Whether your corn is raw or roasted this recipe is fi

I first posted this recipe when my blog launched 2 years ago. The photo was horrid, but the dish is so good. I'm sure many of you never gave it a chance because it was an ugly duckling, but now is it's time to shine. And let's face it- homemade tahini sauce on just about anything is fantastic. It's like avocado or a fried egg. Below I wrote the recipe using eggplant but i have substituted this depending on my farmers market find- summer squash, asparagus, fennel, endive- the

Getting kids to eat new vegetables can feel about as impossible as winning the Mega Millions Jackpot. Maybe harder. Sometimes it's really about how you word it and sell it. Take this broccoli rabe. I actually convinced myself as I was cooking it, that it was going to be a "grown up vegetable". On the same night I also made simply roasted butternut squash as my back up because I was so sure my kids wouldn't touch it. But there it was on the dinner table and everyone was lookin

There is something about fries. The finger food deliciousness of a french fry is undeniable. But never in my right mind would I stand over a fryer. Mostly because I will not fuss. The oil , the smell and the standing there. No thanks. Oh yeah, and deep-fried foods. There is a rumor they are not so good for you. But aside from that who has the time?? Plus let me tell you a secret- if all you did is was slice, oil and salt your potatoes, then put them on a baking sheet and bake

I originally made this dish up for a holiday side dish but have been using it again lately because it's so fast. It also provides some variation to simply roasted asparagus. Takes just a few minutes but the results are impressive. Roasted Asparagus with panko and parmesan CLICK HERE FOR PRINT FRIENDLY VERSION Ingredients: 2 bunches asparagus, washed and bottom third of the vegetable cut off Olive oil spray 1 teaspoon kosher salt ¼ cup grated parmesan ¼ cup pankos crumbs (or a

It's all in the marketing. When I introduced this food to the dinner menu for the first time, I called them Cheese Muffins. I told my eldest he probably wouldn't like them because they had melted cheese, like pizza and mac and cheese. Then I told him there was spinach inside like the ravioli that I send him for school. But I told him he didn't need to try it if he didn't want to. By the time I turned around from the stove he had already popped one in his mouth and declared th

This is the crispiest most delicious finger food ever. It's supposed to be a side dish. But honestly, this never even makes it to the serving bowl. I warned you. I did. It's as addictive as a french fry but no frying. Put them in a bowl. Pair them with a main. Eat them with your fingers. Whatever. You're welcome. Whole Grain Mustard and Maple Charred Onions CLICK HERE FOR PRINT FRIENDLY VERSION Ingredients: 1 large white onion (or any onions you have on hand) 2 purple onions

I just got off a plane from Las Vegas where I accompanied my husband (hi Bo!) on a business trip. While the trip was fun and I'm pretty sure I can't see straight right now, I'm also not used to eating out that much. When I am home most of my meals are prepared very simply in my kitchen. My body is not used to so much butter and fat, and I am definitely not used to any added chemicals (MSG!!! ahhhh) which really left me with a salty hangover. So after lots of hugs and kisses (

I have been making these little pizzas lovers for some time now. I don’t know if I can label them healthy because I just pile on the cheese. I mean pile it on. However it’s better that the cheese is piled on a piece of eggplant rather than a little round of manufactured margarine filled dough, right???? Yes. I thought so too. Oh, and I make 3 eggplants because if I eat 2 myself then what’s everyone else going to eat? P.S. Maybe someone wants to get creative and do a topping?

A perfect way to give your family a dish we all love but with ingredients we don't loathe. Wholesome ingredients are always better.... Take a look. CLICK HERE FOR PRINT FRIENDLY VERSION Yield: 4 main dish portions Ingredients: 2 heads broccoli, chopped 2 teaspoon kosher salt 2-3 pcs. boneless skinless chicken breast (about 1.5 pounds) 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper 4 tablespoons soy sauce (use tamari sauce if you prefer gluten free) 2