Whole Wheat Carrot Cake

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This is moist and delectable–my granddaughter loved it–I reduced honey to 1/2 cup and it was fine. 2 cups whole wheat flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons cinnamon 3/4 cup oil … Continued

Caesar Salad Dressing

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My friend is a chef and he makes the very best Caesar Salad ever! I’ve simplified it by using a food processor, rather than hand whisk and pestle. 1 egg yolk, room temperature 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (add more … Continued

Homemade Sriracha

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2/3 pounds red jalapeños and serranos (even mix of each), stems removed 1/3 pound green jalapeños and serranos (even mix of each), stems removed 1/2 pound partially green/partially red jalapeños and serranos (even mix of each), stems removed 6 garlic … Continued

Oven-Roasted Tomato Sauce

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I adapted this from Thomas Keller’s amazing book–it has some interesting ingredients and is worth the extra work, I think. 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion 1 cup minced leeks (white and pale green parts only) … Continued

Pickles

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10-15 small cucumbers sliced in rounds 1 qt water 2/3 Cup apple cider vinegar 1/2 tsp. alum 1 -2 Tbsp Sea Salt Bring the above to a boil in a saucepan.  Then cool. 5-10 garlic cloves 10 dried red whole … Continued

Poblano Potato Gratin

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1 1/2 pounds fresh poblano chiles (about 5) 1 pound onions, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch strips 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 3 pounds large Yukon Gold potatoes 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 3/4 cup whole milk Equipment: an adjustable-blade slicer Roast … Continued