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
Hummus
Rich in protein and fiber, hummus is a wonderful kitchen staple.
Lilac Water And Oil
Loving lilacs!
Honey Cake
Sweet and sublime.
Minted Pea Soup
Bright, refreshing and oh, so good.
Switchel
Refreshing and replenishing.
Rhubarb Compote
Rhubarb’s tartness is a delight in compotes.
White Bean Soup With Asparagus And Spring Greens
A light, bright soup filled with spring greens.
Charwan Mushi (individual egg custards)
Charwan mushi are simple egg custards that are steamed. Great for breakfast or an evening meal.
Sorrel Soup
Bright sorrel is one of the first greens up in my garden.
Violet Creme Filled Crepes With Blueberry And Violet Sauce
A delicate flavor delight for a Spring brunch.
Kudzu Ginger Tea
Kudzu and ginger tea.
Age Dashi
A classic Japanese dish of lightly battered tofu, served in a light dashi.
Chocolate Crackles
Happy chocolate crackles. A cookie jar favorite.
Black Bean Brownies
Fantastic baked or steamed.
Oxymels
A simple kitchen remedy to aid in the prevention and treatment of colds, flu, sinus congestion and sore throats.
Fireworks Noodles
Spicy and bright, this is a wonderful dish for Asian New Year or a summer day.
Nettle Tea
Just making a cup of tea with stinging nettles.
Stewed Dried Fruit
Dried, canned, frozen and preserved fruits will be my options until the first fruits pop up. Stewed dried fruit is a great way to get in rich vitamins, fiber, and flavor in the Winter. Serve as is in a small bowl, over hot grain cereal, pie, crisps or tarts.
Golden Lentil, Carrot And Curry Soup
Sublime simplicity and nourishment.
Baked Pumpkin Or Winter Squash
Just a baked pumpkin, ready to become something delish.