Taco Stuffed Acorn Squash

Ingredients: 2 acorn squash, halved lengthwise and seededOlive oilKosher salt and Ground black pepperPaprika to season1/2 yellow onion, dicedSmall bell pepper (any color), diced3 cloves garlic, minced1 lb ground beef6 oz pork chorizo1 tsp cumin1 tsp coriander1/2 tsp chili powder1/2 tsp Mexican oregano1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed andContinue reading “Taco Stuffed Acorn Squash”

Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Sausage and Kale Pesto

Ingredients: 2 medium spaghetti squasholive oilKosher salt and ground black pepper1 lb ground Italian sausage (medium or hot)1 medium yellow onion, chopped4 cloves garlic, minced1 jar Freak Flag Organics, Kale Pesto2 cups chopped kale1/2 cup shredded gruyere cheese1/2 cup shredded fontina cheeseShredded (or grated) parmesan cheeseItalian parsley, chopped for garnish Directions: Preheat oven to 400Continue reading “Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Sausage and Kale Pesto”

Blackberry-Fig Preserves

Ingredients: 1 pint blackberries, rinsed10-12 fresh figs, stems removed and quartered1 cup granulated sugarzest and juice of a small lemontwo sprigs thyme Directions: Add all ingredients to a medium sauce pan. Heat over medium-high heat and bring to a rapid boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring frequently.

Swiss Chard Pasta

Ingredients: 8 ounces pasta (I used fettuccine)1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil4-5 chard leaves, stems diced, leaves coarsely chopped½ teaspoon balsamic vinegar1 14 oz can fire roasted diced tomatoes2 garlic cloves, minced1 15 oz can white beans, drained and rinsedShaved Parmesan cheese¼ cup pine nuts (optional)Kosher salt & fresh black pepper Directions: In a large potContinue reading “Swiss Chard Pasta”

Burst Cherry Tomato Pasta

Ingredients: 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 pints cherry tomatoes 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 2 anchovy filets 1 Parmesan rind 2 large sprigs basil, plus 1/2 cup basil leaves, torn if large 1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more 8 oz. campanelle or other tube pasta 1Continue reading “Burst Cherry Tomato Pasta”

Collard Greens with Smoked Ham Hock

Ingredients: 2 bunches collard greens washed, and cut 1 large ham hocks 4 cups chicken broth 2 tsp seasoning salt 1 tsp ground black pepper 1 Tbsp onion powder 2 Tbsp garlic powder 2 tsp vinegar white or apple cider vinegar will do Directions: 1. Start off by placing the smoked ham hock and theContinue reading “Collard Greens with Smoked Ham Hock”

Thai Coconut Curry Rice

Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. Vegetable oil 1 cup long-grain white rice 2 Tbsp. Thai red curry paste 1 16 oz container Freak Flag Organics Coconut Chicken Bone Broth ½ tsp. salt 2 Tbsp Ghee 1 large carrot, peeled and thinly sliced 1 medium zucchini, quartered and sliced 2 small poblano peppers, thinly sliced 2 green onions,Continue reading “Thai Coconut Curry Rice”

Pappa al Pomodoro

Ingredients: 1 small yellow onion, chopped 3 Tablespoons olive oil 4 garlic cloves, minced 4 cups prepared tomatoes (see step 1) 3 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn 4 cups stale Italian bread, crust removed and cut into cubes Kosher salt & ground black pepper Good extra virgin olive oil and groundContinue reading “Pappa al Pomodoro”

Mint Chimichurri

Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic 1 Serrano pepper, chopped 1 cup fresh mint leaves, packed 1 cup fresh Italian parsley leaves, packed 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Directions: 1. Place garlic and Serrano in the bowl of a food processor andContinue reading “Mint Chimichurri”

Buffalo Ranch Chicken Sandwich

  Ingredients: 2 large chicken breast, cut in half 4 hamburger buns, toasted 4 slices swiss cheese shredded iceberg lettuce sliced red onion dill pickle chips 1 pint buttermilk 1/3 cup buffalo sauce plus 3 Tbsp 1/2 cup premade ranch dressin 1 cup flour 1 Tbsp powdered sugar 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp kosherContinue reading “Buffalo Ranch Chicken Sandwich”