My Recipes

My recipes reflect my core beliefs in food and eating well. We should enjoy vibrant, healthy foods that helps us ebb and flow with the seasons, or treat patterns as they arise. I encourage eating local, organic and sustainable foods whenever possible. As such, most of my recipes reflect the food that grows in the region I live - Boise, Idaho. The occasional non-local food will end up on my plate, but I resist foods that are unsustainable, require a lot of resources for growth or transport, or threaten food sovereignty. I am grateful for the huge abundance and variety available to us. The return of small, heritage farms is increasing providing even more options and the chance to further support my community. I hope you enjoy my recipes - April

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Tamari Roasted Sweet Potato or Squash

This recipe is an excellent example of how simple is often the ideal. The slow roasting allows the sweetness of the roots or squash to come for forward.

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Pumpkin Nog

The flavors of fall - with or without rum!

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Sweet Beets And Carrots

Just beautiful beets and carrots in a light, Asian dressing.

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Watermelon Gazpacho

Basil, tomatoes, mozzarella, and peach or two combine to make this delightful, light summer salad.

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Peach Caprese Salad

Basil, tomatoes, mozzarella, and peach or two combine to make this delightful, light summer salad.

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Grilled Ratatouille With Basil Vinaigrette

Summer’s garden abundance in a simple grilled dish. Toss the grilled vegetables with a cooked grain, maybe some beans and little more dressing for a complete meal.