Spaghetti Squash with Herbs

1  seven-pound spaghetti squash, cut in half lengthwise and seeded6  tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into tablespoons3  tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives, thyme, or parsleySalt and freshly ground black pepper 1.  Heat oven to 350°. Place squash halves cut side down in a large roasting pan. Add 1 cup water; cover… Continue reading…

Montros’ Squash Soup Island Style

6  medium scallions trimmed6  whole sprigs thyme1  medium butternut squash (about 2 pounds), peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes3  cups chicken stock1  small Scotch-bonnet chileSalt and freshly ground black pepper 1. Tie scallions and thyme together with a piece of kitchen twine. Place squash, stock, Scotch bonnet, and scallion… Continue reading…

Sweet Potatoes with Apples

3 medium apples1/4 cup orange juice or fresh lemon juice6 medium cooked sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced in ¼ to ½ -inch slices½ cup butter½ cup brown sugar, packed1/8 teaspoon nutmeg Peel and slice apples into a bowl; add juice. Butter a 1 ½ to 2 quart baking dish; alternate… Continue reading…

Potato Salad with Olives, Green Beans, and Red Onion

1/8 cup olive oil¼ cup white wine vinegar2 tablespoons minced shallots4 anchovies, minced2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil2 teaspoons chopped fresh majoram8 oz green beans, trimmed8 oz yellow wax beans, trimmed2 lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes, unpeeled, cut into ½ inch cubes½ cup chopped red onion½ cup green… Continue reading…

Sweet Peppers Soup

2 cup onion, chopped1 tablespoon butter, or vegetable oil6 cups red & green bell peppers2 cups water or vegetable stock1 cup sour cream1/3 cup fresh dill, chopped2 tablespoons fresh lemon juiceSalt & pepperSeasoned croutons (optional) Cook onions in covered pot over medium heat in butter or oil until barley softened,… Continue reading…

Red Pepper Salsa

1 cup red peppers, chopped1/3 cup pitted black olives, chopped(brine-cured is best)1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped (or ¼ t dried)Salt & Pepper to Taste Combine all ingredients; let stand 30 minutes. Great with grilled fish…. Continue reading…

Braised Mustard Greens

4 slices bacon, chopped3 bunches mustard greens, trimmed and chopped2 tablespoons white vinegar2 teaspoons sugarCoarse salt2 cups chicken broth 1. Brown bacon in a large skillet over medium high heat.2. Add chopped greens in batches–waiting for them to wilt before adding more.3. When all of the greens are in the… Continue reading…

Cider Braised Greens

1 tablespoon diced Spanish onion2 cups apple cider1 cup chicken stockKosher salt8 stalks Swiss chard, leaves roughly chopped and stems diced5 stalks kale, leaves roughly chopped and stems discarded 1. Combine onion, cider, chicken stock, and salt in a large pot–bring to a boil.2. Reduce heat to medium and add… Continue reading…

Easy Greens 

1-2 tablespoons olive oil½ medium onion, chopped1 or 2 cloves garlic, chopped1 big bunch of your favorite greens, chopped (spinach, collards, turnips, kale, chard, etc…)about ½ to ¾ cup vegetable or chicken brothSalt and pepper to taste 1. Heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until onions… Continue reading…

Thai Eggplant Dip

2 eggplants, medium3-4 garlic cloves1 tablespoon ginger, minced2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons rice Vinegar1 tablespoon sesame oil1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, minced½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesSalt to tastePita bread Cut off eggplant stems. Pierce eggplant several times with a fork. Place on a baking sheet and cook at 350° until… Continue reading…