Polenta with Kale, Beans, & Sausage

Polenta with Kale, Beans, & Sausage

Ingredients: 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth Salt, to taste 3 cloves garlic, peeled 4 sage leaves 1 (2-inch) sprig rosemary 1 dried bay leaf 1 teaspoon crushed red chile flakes Cheesecloth and kitchen twine 2 cups lacinato (black or dinosaur) kale, large stems...
Polenta with Kale, Beans, & Sausage

Wedge Salad

Serves 2 For the croutons: 2 to 3 thick slices bread (preferably challah or other egg bread) 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon white pepper 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic For the blue cheese dressing: 1/2 cup...
Polenta with Kale, Beans, & Sausage

Romesco Sauce

Ingredients 1 large roasted red bell pepper 1 garlic clove, smashed 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted 1/4 cup tomato purée 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley 2 tablespoons Sherry vinegar 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 cup extra-virgin...
Kohlrabi Risotto

Kohlrabi Risotto

Risotto is a welcoming home for just about any vegetable, and this combination is a comforting one. 1 pound kohlrabi, preferably with some greens attached 7 to 8 cups well-seasoned chicken or vegetable stock 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup minced onion 1...
Polenta with Kale, Beans, & Sausage

Simple Beans with Escarole

Here’s a great recipe we got from Hannah Heller, long time CSA member who writes a food blog. Cover beans generously with water. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer covered until completely tender.  Start checking the beans after 45 minutes, and add...