Summer is slowly (slowly) moving toward autumn, and the peak bounty of high summer farmers market produce is starting to taper off in anticipation of the fall harvest. There are still tomatoes, corn, peaches, peppers, but not for long. And though I love eating seasonal, I am close to having had my fill, ready for the winter squashes, apples and pears. I’ve put up all my summer … [Read more...] about Farmers Market Cornbread
Vegetables
Simple French Style Tomato Tart
When you have been writing recipes for as long as I have (12 plus years of blogging, 3 cookbooks, countless freelance projects), the search for something new and innovative, different, a twist or a “hack” gets difficult. And in that constant search for a spin, sometimes I overlook recipes that are really simple – so simple they aren’t really even recipes. But man, are sometimes … [Read more...] about Simple French Style Tomato Tart
Chimichurri Corn Casserole
Fresh, in season corn is simply magnificent. I buy bags and bags of it at the farmers market, much of which I eat straight from the cob, some I cut off and freeze and of course, I adore corn pudding, like my fantastic Caramelized Corn Pudding. I’ve blended it in to biscuits, stirred it into risotto, sauced it for pasta. In fact, you can search corn in the … [Read more...] about Chimichurri Corn Casserole
Bacon Creamed Zipper Peas
Rotund little zipper peas are possibly my favorite field pea, sweetly round jewels of flavor. I just love the little creamy pop of summer in every bite. I buy them in bulk during the summer season, eat them right way and freeze a huge supply for the winter. Cooking with an onion, some garlic, a piece of bacon or country ham is my quick fix, but this rich creamy dish is an extra … [Read more...] about Bacon Creamed Zipper Peas
Shrimp, Orzo and Feta Salad
I love a hearty cold pasta salad in the summer. This version is inspired by the classic Greek flavors of shrimp, feta and tomatoes, which is a favorite combination for me. The fresh tomato vinaigrette and pops of salty feta marry with Greek-inspired herbs, with a little fennel for crunch and bite. Hearty enough to serve on its own, but you could also scoop into lettuce leaves … [Read more...] about Shrimp, Orzo and Feta Salad
