It is officially spring, and that means moving away from heavy roasts and hot ovens. It is also the time when beautiful and vibrant produce starts appearing, and the Easter and Passover holidays occur. If you are looking for a new way to use those farmers’ market carrots or just need a new dip idea that is not hummus, try this spiced carrot dip for your holiday table, cocktail party, or snack time needs.
Read moreroasted carrots with hazelnut dukkah and feta
If you are looking for an easy and delicious side for your holiday table, look no further than this simple carrot dish with flavorful nutty seedy dukkah finished with bold and tangy feta. If you are unfamiliar with dukkah, it is an Egyptian spice blend of aromatic spices, nuts, and seeds. It can be utilized in endless dishes as a topper for dips or vegetables or as a crust for roasted fish or meat. Its contents can also be adjusted to whatever you happen to have in your pantry. Regardless of what holiday you are celebrating this spring, this roasted carrot dish can make a beautiful addition to your festive table.
Read morecarrot dogs aka how to make your 4th of july crunchier
I have a confession. I have a secret obsession with hot dogs. To be honest, I cannot remember the last time I actually had a real one. I often imagine the sensation of the snap when biting into a crispy juicy dog and piling it high with relish, onions, celery salt - all sandwiched between a perfectly griddled bun. I am all for living a balanced lifestyle and not feeling like you are constantly missing out. However, once I start thinking about forced meat loaded with sodium, nitrates, preservatives, and other not so health-supportive ingredients, my hot dog eating fantasies usually disappear. If you can find a butcher who uses high quality sustainable meat or brands utilizing clean ingredients, then go live out your hot dog eating dreams. If you are a die hard veghead, these carrot dogs will help make any 4th of July hot dog eating fantasies come true.
Read moreroasted carrot ginger miso soup + za'atar dukkah
My husband likes to call this soup baby food - don't let that be a deterrent. Although it does have that baby food-ish consistency, it is also warming, hearty, and deeply nourishing. Carrot ginger soup is a classic and easy dish that should be added to your cooking arsenal. Nutty and flavorful dukkah and savory miso take this basic soup to the not-so-basic level.
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