Author Archives: Allison Woods

Postmodern Pea Salad

  This isn’t shockingly different from the dish your mom used to make for potlucks, though by virtue of better-quality ingredients, it tastes better. If you liked this dish as a kid, you’ll love this slightly updated version. Fresh English … Continue reading

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Beet Salad

Cut heads and tails off of Chioggia beets. Scrub, but don’t peel. Place in casserole dish as close together as possible. I had 6 beets, they went into about a 6″ dish. Cover completely with water. Add a drizzle of … Continue reading

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Garlic Scape Pesto

I got a big bag of garlic scapes in the CSA box this week. What to do with these shoots trimmed from hardneck garlic? I got a tip from a colleague that I just have to share. Easy, versatile, delicious, … Continue reading

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Pizza Quesadilla

  Serves two add a side or soup to this in a bag: 6T FD cheese—your choice 2T FD black olives 1t tomato powder 2t dried basil 1/4 t granulated garlic add a scant 1/2 c cold water to rehydrate … Continue reading

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Curry Chicken Salad

Serves 2 for lunch, BYO bread or tortilla Package: 3/4 c FD chicken 1/4 c FD peas 1 t kosher salt 1 t curry powder 1 t dried chives 1/4 t onion granules 1/4 t mango powder 1/8 t garlic … Continue reading

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Cheesy Grits

2 oz. instant grits 2T FD jack cheese 2T FD cheddar cheese 2 t dry whole instant milk (Nido) 2 t butter powder scant 1/4 t shallot/pepper seasoning (Penzeys) scant 1/4 t mild chili powder scant 1/4 t granulated onion … Continue reading

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Roasted Radicchio with Anchovy Vinaigrette, Preserved Lemon, and Breadcrumbs

I had this at Delancey. it was so good that I looked for a recipe online, and lo, Delancey co-owner Molly Wizenberg had shared it with the readers of Bon Appetit. With any luck, by giving proper credit, I’m not … Continue reading

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Chocolate-Hazelnut Gelato

  * 2 cups whole milk * 1 cup heavy cream * 1/2 cup plus 1/4 cup sugar * 4 egg yolks * 1/2 tsp vanilla extract * 1/2 cup chocolate-hazelnut spread (Nutella) * 1/2 cup toasted, crushed hazelnuts In … Continue reading

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Burnt Sugar Ice Cream

* 1 cup plus 1 T sugar * 1 cup heavy whipping cream * 1 1/2 cups whole milk * pinch of salt * 6 large egg yolks * 1/2 t vanilla extract Put 1 cup sugar into heavy pot … Continue reading

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Vij’s Chai

This recipe comes from the much-lauded Vancouver restaurant. While you’re waiting for your food to come out of the kitchen, steamy cups of chai are one of the many complimentary treats they pass out. This recipe is not set in … Continue reading

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