pea shoot pesto in ceramic container.
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Pea Shoot Pesto with Pistachio’s

This pesto is spring in a jar. Tender pea shoots blended with pistachios, parmesan, lemon zest, and olive oil – bright green, lightly herbal, and completely versatile. It comes together in minutes and works on everything from pasta to grilled fish to a simple piece of toasted bread. What makes it different from a standard…

Roasted beet stalks with pink peppercorn, Lemon zest and balsamic glaze.
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Roasted Beet Stems with Lemon Zest, Pink Peppercorns, and White Beans

Don’t throw away beet stalks. This zero waste recipe uses the tops of the beet root plant. When roasted, they turn tender on the inside and lightly crisp on the edges, with a flavor similar to chard stems or celery root. This simple recipe pairs roasted beet stalks with a smooth white bean purée, bright…

A photo of a bowl of whole pistachio nuts with wooden spoon.
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Nut Based Drinks and Orgeat Syrups

This site is filled with nut based drinks. They show up quietly, the same way they do in baking or cooking — for body, softness, and depth. Pistachios are a colorful replacement for almonds when mixed into a tropical ginger drink. Roasted chestnuts are swirled into melty chocolate and served hot. Homemade orgeat syrups are…

jar of sundried tomatoes with sprigs of thyme in olive oil on wooden table.
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How to Make Sundried Tomatoes at Home

Have an abundance of tomatoes on hand? Make these easy, dehydrator preserved sundried tomatoes at home using this simple recipe. I recently received heaping basket of plump Roma tomatoes from Domino Farms, Located in Accord, NY. These delectable little fruits were picked fresh off the field vines and ready for recipe making! With such a…

pickled red onion in glass jar with thyme herb and juniper berries.
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Savory Pickled Red Onions Recipe

Pickled onions are the perfect condiment adding vinegary flavor to sandwiches, salads and a colorful topping for tacos. This pickled onion recipe is simple, no boil and sugar-free. Fridge pickles slowly infuse and no hot bath canning is needed. Simply mix the short-list ingredients below and indulge in this savory pickled onion condiment. Pickled red…

bottle of chestnut orgeat with whole fresh chestnuts strewn about.
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Homemade Oven Roasted Chestnut Orgeat Syrup Recipe in 3 Easy Steps

Oven Roasted Chestnut orgeat is nutty and warm, adding a distinct earthy flavor to cocktail recipes. Make a batch of your own and infuse your drinkable creations with this homemade chestnut orgeat syrups subtle sweetness! Chestnut orgeat is a versatile homemade syrup that serves as a delightful cocktail ingredient. Its nutty and warm profile brings…

roasted chestnuts opened.
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Oven Roasted Chestnuts with Buttery Cinnamon Topping

Roasted Chestnuts are a classic winter treat and this recipe adds a sweet spiced sauce to top it all off. Oven roasted chestnuts with buttery cinnamon topping is so simple to make as scent of toasted nuts fills your home with warming and cozy spices. Don’t be intimated by the hard outer shell of these…

blackberries on a platter with salad greens and shrimp
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Shrimp Salad with Blackberries, Prosciutto and Mixed Greens with Homemade Apricot Vinegar

This shrimp salad with homemade apricot vinegar is a summer sensation. The blend of sweet, sour, and salty flavors, combined with juicy shrimp and crisp greens, makes for a satisfying meal. Easy to prep, with the option of homemade or store-bought apricot vinegar, this dish is a refreshing choice for a lazy summer evening.

bowl of green ramp pesto on brown acacia cutting board
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Savory Wild Ramp Pesto with Anchovy and Pistachio

Ramps: A Bright, Green, Springtime Foraged Favorite This wild ramp pesto is bold, garlicky and completely unlike any pesto you’ve made before. Fresh foraged ramps are blended with anchovy, pistachio and parmesan into a vibrant green condiment that works on everything — pasta, toast, grilled fish, cheese boards, or slathered onto Italian bread for a…

Jar with green basil, lime amd white radish
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White Daikon Radish Quick Pickle Infused with Basil and Lime

White Daikon Radish Quick Pickle with Basil and Lime is a simple, crunchy addition to salads, Bahn Mi sandwiches and are hunger satiating can as a delicious, crunchy snack. Flavors of basil and tart lime are infused via brining into the white radish, adding a kick of flavor to any dish you choose to use…

wine glass with cardamom simple syrup in it.
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Cardamom Simple Syrup Recipe

This cardamom simple syrup recipe is a versatile finishing ingredient for cocktails (cardamom old fashioned!), tea, and desserts. Learn how to make this herbal and spicy syrup recipe yourself using fresh green cardamom pods. Cardamom is the third most expensive spice in the world and rightfully so! The pods are aromatic and a little goes…