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Thursday

31

July 2014

Summer Smoothies

Written by Rachel, Posted in Breakfast, Brunch, Drinks, Fruit, Gluten Free, Herbs, Lunch, Quick and Easy, Snacks, Vegetables, Vegetarian

At Williams-Sonoma, they’re celebrating Smoothie Week. Are you celebrating too?! Smoothies are a celebration of delicious ingredients that blend up to make a wonderful drink.

We have all these amazing goodies to eat right now. Their flavors are fresh, cheerful, and fun.

It’s the season for light and bright (not to be confused with the child’s toy Lite Brite). For berries, peaches, and fresh basil.

A smoothie seems like the perfect way to collect all of this goodness in one place.

Starting with some milk and Greek yogurt. Any kind of milk will do. Same with the yogurt. You could start with just a little bit of milk, and add more later depending on how thick you like your smoothies.

I like them kinda thick.

Since I just had two small frozen bananas, I froze half of the berries too. That’s not necessary, but I like a really cold smoothie. Just my preference.

To freeze or not to freeze… it’s up to you.

Any frozen fruit that you don’t use, keep frozen to use in your favorite summer drinks.

I haven’t used my blender in about 5 years. I made some tomato soup and didn’t know that you’re supposed to take the plug out of the lid when blending hot liquids… I know now! So I got an immersion/hand blender and have been using it ever since. But this recipe, it needed a blender, because I wanted to make a lot!

I added a touch of honey and some lemon zest too. Because I can. Because I’m a little bit obsessed with lemon zest, basil, and fruit right now. It just tastes so gooooood!

Chard, for a little extra green. Spinach, kale, even lettuce can also be substituted. It may seem a little crazy to add vegetables to a sweet smoothie, but trust me, then blend right in. 😉

You could simplify and make this just a peaches and cream smoothie (with the basil, of course). You could just do berries. You could add more greens… But, I love all that the many ingredients bring to this drink. Not just in taste, but health benefits too. We’re supposed to eat a rainbow of fruits and veggies… this smoothie brings color to the table.

In the fall and winter months, you could choose fruits that are in season, like pears and apples, and change the basil out for mint.

Make a big batch and share with your friends. Add it to your family’s breakfast. Serve it alongside a special brunch where you’re eating Squash’n Eggs or Fresh Fruit and Basil Stuffed French Toast. Or freeze some for other breakfasts. Pop ’em in to the fridge the night before and they’ll be ready in the morning. Nice and cold, but not so frozen solid… and if they are still frozen solid, they work well as a popsicle on a hot day (you can freeze in a popsicle mold or ice cube tray with toothpicks too).

Happy Eating!

Summer Smoothie

Recipe Type: Breakfast, Dessert, Drinks, Smoothies, Gluten-Free, Kale, Chard, Spinach, Kid-Friendly, Lunch, Quick and Easy, Raw, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian

Author: Rachel Oberg – De Ma Cuisine

Prep time: 5 mins

Total time: 5 mins

Serves: 4-5

Ingredients

1 C Greek yogurt (or any yogurt)
1/2 to 1 C milk (any type)
1 C peaches, roughly chopped
3/4 C strawberries, fresh
1/2 C strawberries, frozen
1/4 C blueberries, frozen
1/2 C blueberries, fresh
1 large or 2 small bananas, frozen, broken into chunks
1 T honey
1 C greens (swiss chard, spinach, or kale), roughly chopped
1 t lemon zest
1/2 t fresh basil

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a blender. Blend to desired consistency (adding more milk if desired).
Freeze leftovers in half pint jars.

Monday

28

July 2014

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Parsnip Fries with Dip

Written by Rachel, Posted in Appetizers, Cheese, Condiments, Dinner, Gluten Free, Herbs, Kid-Friendly, Leftovers, Lunch, Quick and Easy, Roasting, Sides, Snacks, Vegetables, Vegetarian

I have something to confess. Other than roasting parsnips, or using them in soups, I don’t have many other ways that I use them.

Maybe because I know how good they are roasted. Think fried plantains meets roasted carrots.

I figured that it was time to try something a little bit different. I mean, I’m still roasting them, but this time there’s dip.

As with most of the veggies that I roast, they are tossed with Bari’s Organic Olive Oil, salt, and pepper. Simple.

Then they go onto a baking sheet with a bit of room around each one. They’ll roast a bit better that way. I used two baking sheets for the seven parsnips, flipping the parsnips and rotating the sheets in the oven partway through.

And then there is dip.

A creamy, herby, garlicky dip.

You could dip so many things in this. Roasted veggies, obviously. Fresh veggies, yum. Or you could thin it out a little with some buttermilk and make it into a salad dressing.

The taste is a bit like caesar dressing meets ranch dressing.

Or, goodness in a bowl.

Confession number two: I couldn’t stop dipping.

I can’t get enough of roasted veggies. They get all crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside.

I made these to eat while we watched the All-Star Game the other week.

They’re best hot out of the oven, but room temperature is perfectly acceptable too.

If you don’t eat them all in one sitting (it was difficult for me to not eat them all before Tim even got home from work) and there are leftovers here are some yummy ways you could use them:

Re-heated in some tinfoil (closed to start with, then once they’re warm, open to let them crisp up).
Chopped up and sautéed with some greens.
Re-heated and pulsed a couple times in the food processor (regular blender/hand blender) with some of the dip to serve alongside a roasted chicken.
Chopped and added to soup (near the end of the cooking time).

If you do eat them all in one sitting, I understand.

Happy Eating!

Parsnip Fries with Dip

Recipe Type: Side, Snack, Appetizer

Author: Rachel Oberg – De Ma Cuisine

Prep time: 10 mins

Cook time: 25 mins

Total time: 35 mins

Serves: 4

Sweet and crispy roasted parsnips are dipped in a creamy garlicky herb dip, making a delicious appetizer or snack.

Ingredients

7-8 parsnips, cut into 3/8″ x 3/8″ x 3″ sticks (or French fry shape)
1-2 T olive oil
to taste salt
to taste pepper
dip: 3/4 C yogurt
1/4 C parmesan cheese, grated
1-2 cloves garlic
pinch ginger
1/2 T honey
1 T balsamic vinegar
1/4 to 1/2 t dried thyme
1/4 to 1/2 t dried parsley
1/4 C fresh basil
to taste salt
to taste pepper
1/4 C olive oil

Instructions

Pre-heat the oven to 400F.
Toss parsnips with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place on two baking sheets, without overcrowding. Bake for 10-15 minutes, flip, rotate position in the oven, and bake for about 10 minutes more (or until parsnips are crispy outside, tender inside).
Blend dressing ingredients together (in food processor or blender). Adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve immediately.

Notes

This makes a lot of dip, so you could probably halve the recipe and be just fine… probably. 😉

Monday

21

July 2014

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Fresh Herb and Dried Tomato Bruschetta

Written by Rachel, Posted in Appetizers, Bread, Brunch, Dairy-Free, Fruit, Herbs, Lunch, Quick and Easy, Sandwiches, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian

I dried some tomatoes.

There was a moment when I wasn’t sure if they would turn out.

Somewhere in-between peeking into the oven to see some still watery tomatoes, and picking a couple burned ones off the baking sheet there was success.

Success made of sweet, intense flavor.

They have a texture like a dried cranberry. A hint of sweetness like them too. But, that’s where the similarities end.

Because you wouldn’t make a dried cranberry into a bruschetta… would you?

Don’t answer that.

We will just move on. Let us go to a place of amazing.

One of my favorite appetizers (or meals, depending on the day) is bruschetta. It’s crazy simple to prepare. And insanely good to eat. Like coo coo crazy good.

It’s bread, garlic, oil, tomatoes, and herbs. You can’t go wrong.

A baguette is sliced, drizzled with olive oil, and toasted.

I learned how to make baguettes that time I went to Paris.

I think of that trip most days. Making baguettes brings a little bit of Paris to my kitchen.

Bruschetta brings a little bit of Italy.

I like that.

Fresh herbs like basil and savory are perfect. Oregano would also be nice, but I didn’t have any at the time. I do now. Guess I’ll have to make these again.

Twist my arm.

Those obnoxiously good tomatoes are chopped up. (If they even made it off the baking sheet. I’m not sure how many I ate before they went into the jar on drying day.) They’re combined with the fresh herbs and a ton of garlic.

Oh sweet garlic. How I love thee…

I ate them all. All. All by myself.

There are really enough for 3-4 people.

I was gonna share with Tim, but he ended up having a lunch meeting. Oh darn. I ate them with Squash’n Eggs, and a Smoothie. And then I ate the leftovers for a snack later in the evening.

Happy Eating!

Fresh Herb and Dried Tomato Bruschetta

Recipe Type: Appetizer, Side, Vegetarian, Fruit, Herbs, Vegan

Author: Rachel Oberg – De Ma Cuisine

Prep time: 5 mins

Cook time: 15 mins

Total time: 20 mins

Serves: 4

Ingredients

16-24 slices baguette
1 t olive oil
pinch salt
1 pint sized jar dried tomatoes, chopped
2 T fresh basil, chopped
1 t fresh savory, chopped
(oregano could also be added)
1/4 C olive oil (use the oil from the tomatoes)
1 clove garlic (from tomatoes), minced
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
to taste, salt
to taste, pepper

Instructions

Pre-heat oven to 350F (I used the toaster/convection oven).
Drizzle baguette with a bit of olive oil, sprinkle with salt. Toast for about 10-15 minutes, or until crispy and slightly browned.
Combine tomato through pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Top toasted baguette slices with tomato mixture.

Thursday

17

July 2014

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How To Dry Tomatoes

Written by Rachel, Posted in Canning, Condiments, Dairy-Free, Fruit, Gluten Free, Herbs, Roasting, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian

Tomatoes are such a great fruit. It’s weird that we use them like a vegetable when they’re not one.

I’m ok with that.

They go with so much, they can be used in so many different ways.

The possibilities are pretty endless.

Around here, the growing season for local tomatoes is pretty long. We’ve been getting them in our Abundant Harvest Organics box for about two months now.

We’re very fortunate.

But, that doesn’t mean we don’t need to preserve them and make them last as long as possible.

I opted to dry the tomatoes by slow roasting them in the oven at a low temperature.

I love the intense flavor that roasting brings.

I’ve always called this type of tomato a “sun-dried tomato”. But, since I did not dry them in the sun, I didn’t want to lie.

Also, if I’d tried to dry them in the sun I have a feeling that a curious dog might have enjoyed a snack. They are safer in the oven.

It’s simple: tomatoes, olive oil, and salt.

Tomatoes are sliced thin, but not too thin. No thinner than a quarter of an inch please.

Trust me.

They will burn.

But, the dog will be happy because he will get a treat.

Dried tomatoes are just perfection. A fabulous way to make summer tomatoes last a little longer.

Or, in our case, a fun new way to enjoy them. As they will soon be eaten.

Since the base recipe is simple, it leaves so many options for flavoring the oil they are stored in.

I opted to make a jar of simple Italian-style, with basil, oregano, and garlic.

Other yummy options would be:

Red pepper flakes, garlic, and rosemary.

Cilantro, oregano, and jalapeño (dry the jalapeños the same way as the tomatoes).

Rosemary and garlic.

Bay leaf, garlic, and rosemary.

Dill, lemon thyme, and garlic.

Fennel seeds, garlic, and basil.

Thyme, rosemary, and oregano.

Lemon zest, basil, and garlic.

I want to make them all!

I’ve stored them in the fridge and plan to use them quickly, on bruschetta, in pasta, and on pizza.

The olive oil, which will become a delicious flavored oil, will be used as well.

We don’t waste food around here if we can help it. 😉

Happy Eating!

Kitchen Basics: Drying Tomatoes

Recipe Type: Condiment, Preserving, Roasting, Drying, Vegetarian, Fruit

Author: Rachel Oberg – De Ma Cuisine

Preserve summer’s beautiful tomatoes by drying them and storing them in olive oil.

Ingredients

2 tomatoes, sliced 1/4″ thick (no thinner, or they will burn)
1-2 T olive oil
to taste salt
1 T dried basil
1 T dried oregano
1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
1/2 to 3/4 C olive oil

Instructions

Pre-heat the oven to 250F.
Line a baking sheet with a silpat or parchment paper. Place tomatoes in a single layer on the silpat or parchment paper. Drizzle generously with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt.
Bake for 3 hours, turning occasionally, until tomatoes are nicely dried.
Cool completely and combine in a half pint jar with herbs, garlic, and olive oil. Store in the refrigerator.

Notes

Yields: one half pint, including the oil.

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Thursday

10

July 2014

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How To: Fun Drinks with Summer Herbs

Written by Rachel, Posted in Cocktails, Drinks, Fruit, Gluten Free, Herbs, How To, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian

Oh summer herbs.

Right?!

I mean, I can’t get enough of basil and mint right now. So much so that I’ve planted some in my home garden, since I always seem to run out.

And then there’s lavender. I love the smell, have heard that people enjoy it in food and drinks, so I gave it a try too. (Admittedly, it’s not my very favorite thing to eat. But, I think it adds a nice hint in a drink, when strained… I left things in the drinks for the sake of the photos.)

Not only do these drinks use some of my favorite summer herbs, but some of my favorite summer fruits.

Herbs, honey, and fruit are muddled together. You know, when you smuush it and bruise the herbs and smash the lemon.

Muddle muddle muddle. Kinda fun to say.

Now for the parade of drinks.

Lemon Basil (or Mint) Spritzer

1 slice lemon + 4 leaves basil or mint + 1 t honey + 1 t lemon juice + soda water

Muddle lemon, basil or mint, honey, and juice. Add soda water. Strain through a sieve (if desired) and serve over ice with a slice of lemon..

Lavender Lemon Spritzer

1 slice lemon + pinch lavender + 1 t honey + 1 t lemon juice + soda water

Muddle lemon, lavender, honey, and juice. Add soda water. Strain through a sieve and serve over ice with a slice of lemon.

Strawberry Ginger Lemonade

1 slice lemon + 4-5 basil leaves + pinch dried ginger + 2 t honey + 2 frozen strawberries + juice from 1 lemon + soda water

Muddle lemon, basil, ginger, and honey. Strain through a sieve (if desired). Add strawberries, lemon juice, and soda water.

Blueberry Ginger Lemonade

1 slice lemon + 4-5 basil leaves + pinch dried ginger + 2 t honey + 10 frozen blueberries + juice from 1 lemon + soda water

Muddle lemon, basil, ginger, and honey. Strain through a sieve (if desired). Add blueberries, lemon juice, and soda water.

Lavender Lemonade

1 slice lemon + pinch lavender + 2 t honey + 10 frozen blueberries + juice from 1 lemon + soda water

Muddle lemon, lavender, and honey. Strain through a sieve. Add blueberries, lemon juice, and soda water.

Blueberry Basil (or Mint) Mojito

1 slice lemon + 4-5 basil or mint leaves + 1 t honey + 10 frozen blueberries + splash of rum (optional) + soda water

Muddle lemon, basil/mint, and honey. Strain through a sieve (if desired). Add blueberries, rum, and soda water. Serve over ice with a slice of lemon.

Strawberry Basil (or Mint) Mojito

1 slice lemon + 4-5 basil or mint leaves + 1 t honey + 2 frozen strawberries + splash of rum (optional) + soda water

Muddle lemon, basil/mint, and honey. Strain through a sieve (if desired). Add strawberries, rum, and soda water. Serve over ice with a slice of lemon.

Lavender Cream

pinch lavender + dash vanilla extract + 1 t honey + splash milk or cream + soda water

Muddle lavender, vanilla, and honey. Strain through a sieve. Add milk/cream and soda water. Serve over ice.

Peaches and Cream

4-5 basil or mint leaves + few slices of peach + 1 t honey + splash milk or cream + soda water

Muddle basil/mint, peach, and honey. Strain through a sieve. Add milk/cream and soda water. Serve over ice.

Lavender Strawberry Vin

pinch lavender + 1 t balsamic vinegar + 1 t honey + 2 frozen strawberries + soda water

Muddle lavender, vinegar, and honey. Strain through a sieve. Add strawberries and soda water.

Lavender Blueberry Vin

pinch lavender + 1 t balsamic vinegar + 1 t honey + 10 frozen blueberries + soda water

Muddle lavender, vinegar, and honey. Strain through a sieve. Add blueberries and soda water.

I didn’t really need to drink all eleven drinks, so I mixed some (the first seven) of them into one drink and saved it for later.

Note: making eleven different drinks, in eleven different cups, without a dishwasher, means washing and drying eleven different cups. Riiiight. Now I know. 😉

Happy Drinking!

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