Everyone’s favorite summer fruit is surprisingly versatile in savory dishes. Peaches have a sweet tart flavor that blends well with spice and adds an extra burst of flavor to any dish this summer. Baked cod with peach salsa is a dish I am certain to…
Recently, when shopping at a farmers market here in Anchorage, I saw these Bulls Blood beet tops, and I knew I had to buy them. And while I didn’t know exactly what I was going to use them for, I did have some pretty specific…
Now that we’re deep in the summer months, the farmers markets across the country are in full swing. Doesn’t matter if you’re in Alaska or California, there are plenty of markets to visit and fresh produce to explore. And with every farmers market, there’s likely…
Whenever I hear people talk about their favorite types of fish, salmon almost always tops the list. But where’ the love for trout? I find that many of us overlook trout as a tasty fish to incorporate into our meal plans, and believe it or…
This Blueberry and Lamb Bolognese may sound like a step too far, but I urge you to get out of your comfort zone and try blueberries in a savory dish. We don’t often think of blueberries in a savory way, but they provide two important…
I generally see tons of blackberries all summer long at the farmers market. And while I love snacking on them, or adding them to yogurt or granola for breakfast, I prefer to mix them into my my savory dishes. Blackberries have a perfect balance of…
Can you believe it’s summer already? Even out here in Alaska it is hot, which means that a fast, no-cook meal is greatly appreciated. I know most of us don’t want to turn on the stove when it’s hot inside and out, but we still…
Green garlic is a special ingredient. Not because it is expensive (it isn’t), but because it is extremely seasonal and not commonly found outside farmers markets. When green garlic is in season, I want to make it front and center of its dish. And that’s…
Carrot Top and Quinoa Tabbouleh is a great recipe to have in your back pocket to prevent food waste. It uses a ton of herbs, so it is a great way to use up whatever is leftover from purchasing a whole bunch, including the tender…
Risotto is one of those dishes that sounds fancy, but is easy to make once you learn the techniques. It’s also a blank slate that can be used to highlight whatever is currently in season. Asparagus and mushroom risotto is one of my favorite ways…
I talk a lot about produce on this blog, but when I’m planning out my meals at home, I almost always start from the protein. But a protein alone does not make a meal. Usually. So having a bunch of go to vegetable sides makes…
It’s finally rhubarb season! So often, the only recipe people know with these tart stalks is strawberry rhubarb pie, but there’s so much more you can do with rhubarb than that! Rhubarb pairs beautifully with spices, nuts, and many other fruits, so I love to…
