Clam Chowder (New England Style)

Clam Chowder (New England Style)4 quarts littleneck clams (about 1-2/3 cups cooked and chopped)1 clove garlic, chopped1 cup water2 ounces salt pork, finely chopped2 cups chopped onions3 tablespoons flour1-1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled, and diced into 1/2-inch cubes4-1/2 cups clam broth3 cups fish stock2 cups light creamOyster crackers (optional) Clean the… Continue reading…

White Turnip Soup

6  tablespoons unsalted butter2  leeks, white part only, chopped1  pound potatoes, peeled and diced1 ½   pounds white turnips, peeled and diced2  tablespoons all-purpose flour3  quarts Chicken StockSalt and black pepper½   cup heavy cream4  large egg yolks 1. Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large pot over medium heat…. Continue reading…

Smoky Turnip Soup

2 lbs. small white turnips, peeled & quartered1 medium onion, chopped1 medium carrot, peeled & quartered3 tablespoon butter8 cups vegetable stock2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped1 cups brown rice2 tablespoons liquid-smoke seasoningSalt & pepper½ cups freshly grated parmesan cheese Place turnips, onion and carrot in a large soup pot and sauté… Continue reading…

Tomato Cucumber Salad Platter

6 tomatoes2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil3 tablespoons finely chopped parsley6 tablespoons finely chopped onion6 cucumbers1/3 cup wine or tarragon vinegar2/3 cup olive oil1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon sugar3 tablespoons capersFresh snipped dill or lemon basil 1. Clean tomatoes and cut into halves. Combine basil, parsley, and onion. Sprinkle with tomato… Continue reading…

Sungold Summer Pasta

(by Tim Johnston & Susan Andreatta)4-5 cups Sungold cherry tomatoes (or any other sweet variety)½ cup plus 2 Tbls extra virgin olive oil2 Tbls red wine vinegar¼ cup fresh basil leaves, sliced in thin strips1 medium onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, chopped or crushed1 cup fresh or frozen peas3 oz feta… Continue reading…

Zucchini Squares

5 eggs, beaten4 cups zucchini, grated2 cups mozzarella Cheese½ cup flour¼ teasspoons baking powder½ cup onion, chopped½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese2 tablespoon oil Heat oven to 350°. Oil a 9-by-13 inch baking pan. Combine eggs, zucchini, and cheese in a large bowl. Mix in remaining ingredients and pour into… Continue reading…

Spaghetti with Zucchini and Lemon

1 lbs. Spaghetti1 tablespoon olive oil4 cloves garlic, minced6-8 small zucchini, slicedSalt & pepperJuice of 1 Lemon6 large fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips1-2 cups grated pecorino cheese Bring a large covered pot of water to a rapid boil. Add pasta, stir briefly, cover the pot until the water… Continue reading…

Chocolate Zucchini Cake

¾ cup oil1 ¼ cup sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla2 cups zucchini, grated½ cup buttermilk3 tablespoons coco powder½ teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon cinnamon½ teaspoon cloves2 ½ cups flourSmall bag of chocolate chips Heat oven to 350°; grease a 9-by-13 inch pan. Mix all ingredients and bake 30-35 minutes…. Continue reading…

Summer Squash Soup

8-10 yellow squash, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 or 2 cloves garlic, choppedWater, vegetable or chicken broth, enough to cover squashHalf and halfSalt and pepper to taste Put squash, onion, and garlic in large soup pot. Add water or broth, enough to cover squash. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and… Continue reading…

Winter Squash Soup

4 acorn squash1 tablespoon olive oil1 medium onion, chopped1 or 2 cloves garlic, chopped½ cup bread crumbs1 cup vegetable or chicken broth4 thumb size slices of Monterey jack cheeseAbout ½ cup of half and half 1. Heat oven to 350º. Cut lids off squash (just like a jack-o-lantern) and discard… Continue reading…