Liver Pâté with Stewed Black Figs

Serves 10-12
A perfect appetizer for potlucks, parties and protein-types! Grass-fed beef liver is cooked in stock and herbs and pureed into a smooth, spreadable pâté. Topped with black Mission figs for a rich and sweet taste-sensation. This gourmet pâté is quicker and easier than it may seem and transports easily.
EQUIPMENT
Soufflé dish, terrine, bread pan or [...]

“No-Cream” Cream of Asparagus Soup

Serves 4
Who says a chilled soup can’t be heart-warming? This sweet, seasonal soup uses traditional ingredients with a simple addition of avocado to cream and thicken. Asparagus is a seasonal vegetable, best bought at the peak of the season (spring and late summer) at your local farmers’ market.
Cooking Tip: Instead of guessing where to trim [...]

Local Greens with Balsamic-Marinated Berries

Serves 2
One peek at the ingredients tells you this is my mom’s recipe: “balsamic vinegar, aged at least 8 years… older even better”, “fresh brie or goat cheese”, “semi-course sea salt, coral, black or herbed”. My mom, Dorothy McNett, is a cooking instructor and gourmet foodie… can you tell? This makes a phenomenal spring salad [...]

Kale Chips

Yield: 6-8 servings
These mineral-rich pop ‘em in your mouth crunchies make a low-carb alternative to popcorn, potato chips or French fries. The winning formula? Salty, sour and sweet.
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1-2 tablespoons honey or several drops liquid stevia
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne (optional)
1 medium-sized bunch kale, washed, [...]

Grain-Free Raw “Stir-Fry” with Parsnip Rice

Serves 4
Get a stir-fried taste without the “fry”. This mock Asian raw stir-fry replaces rice with pulsed parsnips. The addition of tahini and a little extra honey help to balance any bitter, raw flavors.
Nutrition Tip: Massaging fibrous or hearty vegetables breaks them down and “wilts” them slightly without cooking. This saves precious nutrients and enzymes, [...]

Caramelized Leeks with Fennel Bulb

Makes 4 side servings
Leeks are caramelized to release their natural sugars, and cooked with fennel bulb for a sweet, licorice-like taste. Toasted fennel seeds add a more robust flavor. Serve alongside meat, poultry, eggs or grains.
Cooking Tip: “Caramelizing” is a different technique than “browning”. Caramelizing is when the natural sugars inside cook up and [...]

Steamed Beets with Miso, Mustard and Clove Dressing

Serves 4
A sweet and tangy dressing with a hint of clove enhances and enlivens the flavors of sweet steamed beets in this healthy side dish. It makes a showy presentation too, with the stark contrast in colors. For a raw version, grate or thinly slice the beets with a v-slicer and drizzle with the dressing.
Nutrition [...]

Raw Jicama Salad with Curried Macadamia Dressing

Serves 4
Warming curry spices counter the clean crispness of jicama in this simple, flavorful, all-season salad. The sweet, tropical taste of macadamia nuts and coconut water bring it all together. Served with an edible green sprout garnish.
Cooking Tip: Jicama (HIH-kuh-ma) is a sweet, watery root native to Mexico. Its crisp, refreshing taste is  reminiscent of [...]

Honey-Kissed Fennel and Orange Salad with Candied Almonds

Serves 2-4
Lemon, orange and fennel give this refreshing salad a tangy hit, while raisins and honey balance the act with their delightful sweetness. Candied almonds bring it over the top. Makes a perfect dinner party salad or appetizer. Some of the honey can be replaced with liquid stevia, if desired.

Cooking Tip: Ever wonder how to [...]

Celery Root and Wild Mushroom Soup

Serves 4
Full-bodied and full of flavor, wild mushrooms enrich the earthy taste of celery root in this pureed winter bisque. Makes an excellent side for meat, tempeh or a bright green salad.
Cooking Tip: Allowing the dried mushrooms to cook into the stock (vs. soaking them in water to reconstitute) will enrich the stock (and the [...]

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