August 13, 2010
These brownies have been featured in one of our cooking demos. Melt extra chocolate chips to spread on top for extra decadent brownies. Ingredients 1 3/4 cup whole wheat pastry flour 1/3 cup cocoa 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 egg 1 1/2 cups coconut palm sugar (Sweet Tree brand)–available at the co-op… Read more »
August 2, 2010
Ingredients 1 cup melon (diced small) 1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced small Grated zest and juice of 1 lime 1 tablespoon minced basil 1 tablespoon ‘Â chopped mint leaves 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced 1 small knob of ginger, peeled and grated salt, to taste Directions Mix all the ingredients together. www.theorganickitchentucson.com
Ingredients 2 cup organic basil leaves (chopped) 1/4-1/3 organic olive oil (to taste) 1/4 cup dried organic coconut (available in the bulk section at the co-op or Whole Foods) 5 walnut halves 2 cloves garlic 1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt Directions Place all the ingredients in a blender and pulse until it is a desired consistency (you… Read more »
While the CSA crew was discussing preparation methods for okra, Kristin mentioned her favorite way of fixing it. We all tried it and it was an instant hit! We think this the most brilliant idea yet! And yes it’s as simple as blanching the (sometimes dreaded) vegetable and salting it liberally. Served immediately while still… Read more »
July 29, 2010
Serrano ham and melon is a classic Spanish combination. The salty richness of the ham is a great contrast for the cool, sweet melon. Use whatever salty cured pork you can find easily. Or use a firm, salty cheese, like manchego, in place of the ham. This dish could be as simple as chunks of… Read more »
July 26, 2010
In winter, I like to make this dish with carrots and citrus, instead of the melon. We don’t normally get beets and melons in the same season, so it is a treat to be able to pair them together. Use your honey yellow melon for this dish, as the flesh is much firmer. You can… Read more »
July 5, 2010
This recipe imitates the delicious cornmeal crunch of fried okra, without actually frying it. Very easy. Ingredients 1 basket okra, wiped clean with a dry cloth and sliced into coins 2 tablespoons cornmeal 1 tablespoon butter or oil Salt and pepper to taste Directions In a medium bowl, mix cornmeal with a pinch of salt… Read more »
Here is a really different way to use your summer squash. If you can, cut the squash into long strips and grill for a smokier depth. You can also use eggplant instead of squash. Ingredients Directions In one tablespoon of oil, sauté squash, garlic and 1/2 of mint over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook about… Read more »
May 10, 2010
If you still have fennel stuck in the back of your fridge, slice it thinly and add it to this recipe. You will need to segment your grapefruit for this recipe. To do that, take a sharp knife and peel away skin and pith. Then remove each fleshy segment from the membrane holding it by… Read more »
You can stew this marmalade with ginger or other spices to give it a kick. Though it takes a while on the stovetop, actual prep time is short. Ingredients 2 grapefruit 1 cup sugar Directions Cut grapefruits into quarters and remove flesh from peels. Cut peels into a medium dice. Place in a saucepan with… Read more »