Celery Root Puree (Mock Mashed Potatoes)

Celery Root Puree Seriously stop the presses.  We have all been living a potato paradise lie.  Celery root is delicious.  It is literally the bulbous root of the celery stock. It can be hard to find so ask your grocery.  The result is a beautiful marriage of creamy potato and the bright flavor of celery.  I…

Grilled Broccoli

INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 1 head broccoli, approximately 2 pounds, cored and cut into 1-inch florets 1/2 a red onion sliced Kosher salt, to taste 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley INSTRUCTIONS: In a large bowl, whisk together the…

Cauliflower Couscous

Cauliflower Couscous Since we don’t eat potatoes or wheat in my house… we often get bored of the same old starches.  I recently discovered this amazing dish on a trip to Salt Lake City.  It is so simple to make! INGREDIENTS: 1 head of fresh cauliflower 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1/8 cup…

Creamy Beef and Mushroom Risotto

INGREDIENTS: 4 cups beef broth 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound quality mushrooms 3 cloves or garlic 1/2 cup of onion 2 shallots, diced 1 cup Arborio rice 4 oz of soft goat cheese 1/2 cup dry red wine 1/4 firm sheep or goat like Manchego Salt & Pepper to taste Fresh Thyme or sage…

Jicama & Apple Slaw

I think we are missing the boat on Jicama (Hee-Ka-Mah)  here in the US.  It is sweet, crunchy, full of fiber, vitamin C and low in calorie.  Here is a favorite side dish featuring the humble jicama! Ingredients: 1 cup peeled, julienned jicama 1 cup julienned carrots 1 cup peeled, julienned apples 1 tablespoon of fresh. chopped cilantro 3 Tablespoon…