Mid July

Pasta with Parsnips and Bacon

Pasta with Parsnips and Bacon

Created by Melissa Clark, this recipe was found on the website "Cooking with the New York Times" (cooking.nytimes.com). Melissa indicates that it serves 2, so we assumed it would be for a main dish. If you might be using this as a side dish, it would easily serve 4....

Roasted Kohlrabi

Roasted Kohlrabi

Found on the AllRecipes.com website, this is an easy introduction to kohlrabi if you're new to it. The author of this recipe, WSBlend, tells us "Kohlrabi is a vegetable that reminds me of a potato crossed with an artichoke heart." Servings: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes...

Cottage Radish Salad

Cottage Radish Salad

Found on Pinterest, this recipe was shared by Wardee Harmon, who teaches on-line cooking classes on the fundamentals of traditional cooking and is the author of "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Fermenting Foods". You'll find more of her delicious recipes on her site:...

Green Bean and Roasted Fennel Salad

Green Bean and Roasted Fennel Salad

This recipe was found on Pinterest, shared by Carmen, who blogs on her site everylastbite.com. It's easily made in a short amount of time. Servings: 4 Ingredients: 2 medium bulbs Fennel 1 Tablespoon Olive oil 2 1/2-3 cups Green beans 1/3 cup Parsley 1/2 Tablespoon...

Broccoli with Ginger-Orange Dressing

Broccoli with Ginger-Orange Dressing

This recipe was found in the publication "Vegetables Every Day", by Jack Bishop (HarperCollins Publishers Inc., New York, NY, 2001). The broccoli is lightly tossed with this slightly sweet Asian dressing and topped with toasted walnuts, for added crunch. Servings: 4...

Shrimp and Pak Choi Stir-Fry

Shrimp and Pak Choi Stir-Fry

Found on Pinterest, the author of this recipe goes by ieatthepeach. The velveting step that the author suggests takes a little extra time, but it is worth it. The end result is plump, juicy shrimp that will not overcook. Serves: 6 with rice For velveting the shrimp: 1...

Bok Choi

Bok Choi

For those of you who love stir fry, pak choi (also spelled bok choy or bok choi) is the perfect addition to your recipes. It adds a certain crispy texture. High in vitamins A and C, one cup of pak choi provides more than 100% of the recommended daily allowance (RDA)...

Red Kale

Red Kale

Often labeled a "super food", kale is high in beneficial nutrients. Use it raw in smoothies or salads, or enjoy it lightly steamed or sautéed. An added note: when using fresh kale in salads, "massage" the leaves lightly with your fingertips, to reduce bitterness....

Calabacitas

Calabacitas

The word "calabacitas" is Spanish for "little squash", but it has come to refer to a dish made with summer squash, chili peppers and corn, often topped with crumbled or grated cheese. This recipe was found on the blog "MJ's Kitchen". She shares classic recipes...