Napa Farmhouse 1885™: Italian Marinated Zucchini
You know that moment in summer when you are confronted with a huge mound of zucchini? You have fried it, sautéed, steamed, added to muffi...| napafarmhouse1885.blogspot.com
You know that moment in summer when you are confronted with a huge mound of zucchini? You have fried it, sautéed, steamed, added to muffins, cookies, even pancakes, and just cannot contemplate another bite? That is the time to grab this recipe. I made a batch last night using four zucchinis, and I personally ate almost the entire batch. Invite a few friends and that mound will disappear before your very eyes. It is just that good.| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
You know that moment in summer when you are confronted with a huge mound of zucchini? You have fried it, sautéed, steamed, added to muffi...| napafarmhouse1885.blogspot.com
Chocolate Sauce. Just the term makes me happy. Drizzled on ice cream, poured over pound cake, as a dip for fresh fruit...these are some o...| napafarmhouse1885.blogspot.com
Friday nights are usually pasta night in our family. (It is the Italian in us) Hearty and rich in the cold months, light and fresh in the hot summer and early fall. This recipe for clams and garlic sauce is perfect each month of the year.| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
The pear tree is just starting to bud out. In late spring it is covered with blossoms. Glorious!| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
Today is the Friday before Christmas, and I am finishing up all my last minute baking, shopping, and wrapping of gifts. It is the perfect time to finally share one of my favorite holiday traditions...my mom's gingerbread men cookies.| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
I have been making this dish since it was first published in Bon Appetit Magazine...back in July 2007! On the little over 10-year anniversary, I decided to finally "blog it." I have served this dish hot, cold, and at room temperature, It has served as a side dish, main dish with added grilled chicken, shrimp and/or tofu, or part of a salad bar luncheon. I have added different vegetables depending on what is in season, and what looks good at the farmer's market (blanched sugar snap peas and s...| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
I'm back....and I brought cake!| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
This is one of those simple recipes that should only be made in summer when the in-season produce is perfectly ripe. Please use the absolute best quality extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and sea salt because you will taste each ingredient separately in this simple salad. You will not believe how delicious the combination of tomatoes, peaches, and melon is when married into this easy dish.| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
I am a basil addict and have six different varieties growing in my garden. I used purple basil for this recipe, but any type is just perfect.| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
It is Corn Week at Food Network's Summer Soiree, and I thought I would share a bunch recipes to help you use up the overflowing bounty that hits each summer just about now. Cooling corn salads, salsas, grilled corn with toppings, chowder, pizzas, popcorn...even chocolate cake (yes really) are all included. So, pick your favorites and dig in...or just grill and top with butter and salt. Nothing tastes better. Enjoy!| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
4th of July equals bbq in my home. Most years we have a big grill going and have hamburgers, chicken, ribs and marinated eggplant on the menu. This year there is a 40 % chance of thunderstorms, lightning & rain in the afternoon, and I am spending the evening calming dogs at our local animal shelter. (the town's fireworks show is nearby, and the loud noises frighten our dogs). So I needed a backup plan in case our afternoon party needs to be moved indoors. This BBQ Beef on Toast recipe fits t...| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
Today is the first day of summer, and it just happens to be the hottest day of the year. Here in Taos, New Mexico, we are at 7000 feet and the temperature rarely even gets into the 90s. But after sitting in the sun for hours, my car's thermometer read 122 degrees. By the time I arrived home it had dropped to 100 degrees. The last thing I wanted to do was turn on the oven. The solution? Grilling hamburgers.| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
Grilled Chicken Breasts. Talk about a delicious, easy, and quick menu choice for a hot summer night. I like to marinate the chicken in an extra virgin olive oil and lemon dressing and then, for a twist, steam over beer until almost cooked through.This incredibly moist chicken needs just a few minutes over a hot grill to add the smokey taste of BBQ, and the chicken is ready to pair with your favorite sauce.| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
There is just something amazing about sauteed or roasted fresh vegetables piled on top of delicious grilled french or sourdough bread. The toast is rubbed with a garlic clove and drizzled with excellent, fruity extra virgin olive oil. I often have this for dinner with a glass of good wine. It makes me happy.| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
Pasta Salads...love or hate? I fall into both categories depending on how they are prepared. Limp overcooked pasta with soggy vegetables and drenched in dressing? Hate. Perfectly cooked al dente noodles lightly tossed in a delicious fresh vinaigrette with crisp, in-season vegetables? Love.| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
Wow! My schedule has become super crazy. I am on the board of directors for four nonprofits, am the president of one and the treasurer of another, have my consulting business, my blogs and, since late January, have been creating and filling the position of volunteer coordinator for our local animal shelter. This means that most nights I don't have a moment to breathe much less prepare dinner. So I keep a list of fast and easy side dishes that pair perfectly with a protein. Grill a steak, b...| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
I have baked all my life, and while I usually do not create the recipes, I am pretty good at following them. That is the difference with cooking and baking. Cooking can be totally inspired. A bit of this, a little of that. Creativity is encouraged. Baking is such a science. Tweaking the ingredients can lead to disaster.| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
Asparagus season. That signals spring to me. I can eat it almost every day. Raw, steamed, blanched, sauteed, stirfried...all delicious. But my favorite way to prepare is to roast. Roasting brings out a sweet, smoky flavor that is intoxicating. Perfect as is, even better when paired with cheese. So, pizza? Yes, pizza.| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
I love this vinaigrette. The fresh and clean taste is perfect on all kinds of green salad. It also is wonderful drizzled over roast beef or chicken, stirred into hot pasta and topped with cheese, spooned over deviled eggs, or used as a dip for fresh vegetables.| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
Spring peas. Just the name reminds me that spring weather is almost here. (almost, because in Northern New Mexico the current weather is chilly, windy and without bud break on the fruit trees.) And fresh peas are so easy to prepare. They can be cooked in just a few minutes, and are delicious paired with spring onions, or spring garlic, or fresh mint, or greens, fava beans, asparagus...just about any other spring vegetable is magical in dishes featuring peas. But, really, does it get any bette...| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
I always like to add one dish with a bit of spiciness to a holiday menu. Take Easter for example. Roast lamb, or ham or turkey with a potato dish, salad, vegetable. Delicious and perfectly fine but just a bit bland. Now add a dish with garlic or chile and it perks everything up.| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
Ahh..it is March 15th today, only five days till spring! So, of course, we need cake to get us through. Here are three of my favorite recipes. Perfect for these last chilly days with a cup of tea...wonderful in summer with fresh fruit topping. Which one is your favorite?| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
When I am serving bacon to a large crowd, I always bake it in the oven. So easy, and virtually no mess! My friends always ask me for the recipe (no recipe, just a technique), so I thought I would share the method and post a few of my favorite recipes. Ahh..bacon!| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
I like to have easy, delicious and healthy snacks available to grab whenever I am hungry but too busy to make a proper meal. These peanut butter balls perfectly fit the bill. Three ingredients; peanut butter, coconut, and dark chocolate, (a pinch of salt is optional) provide a guilt free and satisfying treat that keeps me full for hours.| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
Pizza is one of my favorite foods. I love classic and unusual toppings and love to serve an array of different combinations at parties. A buffet filled with a large salad, 4-5 different pizzas, plenty of red wine and dinner is served. Today I decided to share some of my favorite pizza recipes. Which ones will you try?| Napa Farmhouse 1885™
