WOW! I feel as if it has been forever since I posted a recipe! Hard to believe summer has left us and fall is upon us. Fall has been unseasonably warm here in Buffalo, NY, and the garden has continued to produce for us, which is great, because I am sooo behind in taking care…
Late Fall Red Lentil Soup
So, this fall has been especially warm-Con MUCHO GUSTO El Nino!!! This has allowed me to harvest much later than normal. I still have Brussels sprouts, leeks, kale, and herbs growing out there! I did however, harvest a big bowl of eggplant a few weeks back. I don’t refrigerate them. This may sound weird, but…
Tomato Cauliflower Stew
The sweetness of tomatoes, combined with the heartiness of cauliflower creates a hearty vegetable stew. This fall has been so unbelievable warm, that I’m still bringing in tomatoes! Quite unusual here in Buffalo for the end of October. The vibrant colors of our heirlooms, create so beautiful combinations, and create sweet soups and sauces. We…
Sesame Eggplant Salsa
Getting ready for a weekend celebration or the big game Sunday? This is a great recipe that uses in-season eggplant and makes your mouth sing! We used scallions and tomatoes from the garden, along with fresh local garlic, ginger (unfortunately we can’t get that locally) and gluten free soy sauce. The longest part of this…
Garden Fresh Ratatouille
It’s nearing the end of our garden and we brought in a killer harvest of eggplant and tomatoes. While I plan on roasting some to freeze, I did make a great batch of this ratatouille, as well this great tomato eggplant and cauliflower stew. Eggplant has a meaty texture to it and takes on other flavors…
