Mediterranean Lamb and Rice Bowl

This dish can be served as a bar which allows picky people to make their own bowl.  Just a few simple components make some Mediterranean magic!  Don’t let the long list scare you.  It’s all very simple cooking and much can be done ahead of time. GREEK DRESSING {make ahead} 1 large clove of garlic,…

Tzatziki

So easy and so delicious!  The trick is finding actual Greek yogurt which is made from sheep milk.  Be sure to read your labels.  All of the “Greek Style” popular yogurts are really dressed up cow’s milk.  If you do not have a cow dairy free kitchen, any yogurt will do! INGREDIENTS: 1 English cucumber,…

Hummus

Hummus is so easy to make and this home made version is heads and shoulders above anything you can buy in the store. INGREDIENTS: 2  cans (15 ounce) chickpeas, drained and rinsed juice of 2 lemons 1/2 Tablespoon of lemon zest 4 cloves garlic, sautéed or 1 TBSP dry 1-1/2 teaspoons salt 1/2 cup tahini…

White Soda Bread

Ok, not gluten free… but a staple for St. Pats! INGREDIENTS: 3 1/2 Cups of all purpose flour 1 Teaspoon baking soda 1 Teaspoon salt 12 oz of buttermilk   INSTRUCTIONS: Preheat the oven to 425 F. degrees.  Lightly grease and flour a cake pan. In a large bowl  and combine all the dry ingredients….

Mock Mashed Potatoes Celery Root Puree

Mock Mashed Potatoes/ Celery Root Puree INGREDIENTS: 2-3 cups goat milk 3 pounds celery root, peeled (see Tip) and cut into 1-inch cubes 2 cloves of garlic 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened ½ teaspoon sea salt Freshly ground pepper to taste Tip: Peel celery root back past this fibrous ring for smooth puree.   DIRECTIONS:…