Category Archives: Recipes

Shrimp Shu Mai with Ginger-Soy Dipping Sauce

By Kelly Kaeding | Published: January 29, 2013

Makes 30. For this recipe, you will need a steamer basket of some kind. A simple collapsible steamer basket will do. Alternatively, you can get a bamboo or stainless steamer at an Asian market. Mix in medium bowl 16 ounces shrimp, raw, peeled and chopped finely 1 can water chestnuts, minced 1 T finely grated […]

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Slow Cooked Apple Butter

By Kelly Kaeding | Published: October 16, 2012

I made two batches in my slow cooker. The first with a ton of sugar and the second with maple syrup and honey. They are both delicious. I cooked the sugary one longer and it came out thicker. Apple Butter one 16 apples, peeled and sliced 3 cups sugar 3/4 cup apple cider 2 T […]

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Okra and Onions Braised with Spices and Tomato

By Kelly Kaeding | Published: October 3, 2012

Masala Bhindi I cannot think of anything I would rather do with okra than make this. If I get eggplant from my CSA, look out! Kelly is making Indian food tonight. Get the spices measured out and ready, then Heat: 2 T ghee or coconut oil Saute: 1 large onion, finely chopped 1 pound okra, […]

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Indian Spiced Braised Eggplant

By Kelly Kaeding | Published: October 3, 2012

Khatti Bhaji Whenever I get eggplant I think about making this dish. If I also have okra, my friends and family are in for an Indian delight. Nothing makes Indian food better than fresh vegetables and good quality oil. 1 medium eggplant, chopped into 1/2 inch cubes and then soaked for 15 minutes or more […]

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Bengal Red Lentil Dal

By Kelly Kaeding | Published: October 3, 2012

Bengali Masar Dal   This is my favorite dal recipe, from my favorite Indian cookbook. Pictured also: Okra Braised with Tomatoes, Onions and Spices and Indian Spiced Braised Eggplant   1 ½ cups red lentils (masar dal) 4 ½ cups water 3-6 hot green chilies (optional – serve minced chilies on the side if you […]

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Pesto

By Kelly Kaeding | Published: August 12, 2012

This takes no time at all, chuck all this stuff in a food processor: 2-3 cloves garlic 3-4 cups basil (about 1 basil plant), picked and washed ½ cup walnuts or cashews ¼-1/2 cup parsley ½ cup good olive oil 3/4 t salt

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Quinoa Salad with Corn and Black Beans

By Kelly Kaeding | Published: August 11, 2012

1 cup of quinoa cooked in 2 cups of water. Bring to low boil then turn down to low for 20 minutes. 2 ears corn, cooked and cut off the cob 1 or 2 carrots, diced 1 bunch scallions, sliced 1 cup cilantro or parsley, chopped 1-2 cups black beans, rinsed 1-2 limes, juiced 1/3 […]

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Chocolate Raspberry Layer Cake

By Kelly Kaeding | Published: April 17, 2012

This is a most delicious devil’s food cake. Combined with raspberries this layer cake is off the chain, as Ben says! 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa 1 ¼ cup boiling water ¾ cup unbleached all-purpose flour ¾ cup whole wheat pastry flour

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Chocolate Frosting

By Kelly Kaeding | Published: April 17, 2012

1 cup heavy cream 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped

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Banana Bread

By Kelly Kaeding | Published: April 4, 2012

If I have three super ripe bananas, I just can’t do anything except make Banana Bread (especially if my mom is in town). Cream: 1 stick softened butter ½ cup turbinado sugar (or light brown sugar)

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