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> <channel><title>the edible perspective &#187; honey</title> <atom:link href="http://edibleperspective.com/tag/honey/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><link>http://edibleperspective.com</link> <description></description> <lastBuildDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:16:09 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en</language> <sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency> <generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1</generator> <item><title>whipped sweet potatoes, 2 ways</title><link>http://edibleperspective.com/2011/11/whipped-sweet-potatoes-2-ways/</link> <comments>http://edibleperspective.com/2011/11/whipped-sweet-potatoes-2-ways/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 23 Nov 2011 06:58:37 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Ashley</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Seasonal]]></category> <category><![CDATA[butter]]></category> <category><![CDATA[honey]]></category> <category><![CDATA[sage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[sweet potatoes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[thanksgiving]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://edibleperspective.com/2011/11/whipped-sweet-potatoes-2-ways/</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>I am currently excited about so many things.</p><p>All having to do with food.</p><p>Not surprising.</p><p>#1 The two sweet tater recipes I have for you below.&#160; One sweet.&#160; One savory.&#160; Both delicious.</p><p>#2 Dinner tonight.&#160; I can’t get over it.&#160; It will be made again, and fully blogged, very soon.&#160; It’s kind of like [...]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I am currently excited about so many things.</p><p>All having to do with food.</p><p>Not surprising.</p><p><strong>#1</strong> The two sweet tater recipes I have for you below.&#160; One sweet.&#160; One savory.&#160; Both delicious.</p><p><strong>#2</strong> Dinner tonight.&#160; I can’t get over it.&#160; It will be made again, and fully blogged, very soon.&#160; It’s kind of like beef stroganoff, but you know, without the beef.&#160; Instead of beef, I made <a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/2011/10/herb-crusted-tempeh/">herb crusted tempeh</a>.&#160; I used curly quinoa pasta noodles [love these noodles] and made a ridiculously large batch of vegan gravy.&#160; Extremely comforting and such a nice change of pace from using the typical marinara sauce.</p><p><strong>#3</strong> The half eaten pumpkin pie that is currently in my fridge.&#160; I can’t wait to share this recipe with you, as it features a gluten free crust that is buttery, slightly sweet, holds together, and has a nice chew.&#160; Unfortunately, that won’t be up until Thursday.&#160; Sort of a day late, but it’s not like you can’t make pumpkin pie<em> after</em> Thanksgiving, right??</p><p>Let’s move on to thing #1.</p><p>The sweet potato!&#160; People seem to either love or hate this fabulous orange spud.&#160; Obviously, I love it, but it wasn’t always that way.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/1of18.jpg"><img
title="(1 of 18)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(1 of 18)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/1of18_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>We never ate sweet potatoes growing up.&#160; I remember my mom making my grandma a sweet potato every Thanksgiving, but it wasn’t a staple at our table.&#160; I was all about the creamy red or white mashed potatoes.</p><p>Now?&#160; I absolutely love sweet potatoes.&#160;</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/2of18.jpg"><img
title="(2 of 18)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(2 of 18)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/2of18_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>I go back and forth whenever I make them, on what to top them with.&#160; It’s probably a 50/50 split on making them sweet or savory.&#160; And by sweet I mean, topping them with a drizzle or honey, butter + salt, or <a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/?p=8137">coconut butter</a> + salt.&#160; When eaten savory style, that’s usually just butter, salt + pepper.&#160; Nothing crazy!</p><p>But for Thanksgiving, I thought I would spruce things up a bit.&#160; You know, actually make a recipe.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/7of18.jpg"><img
title="(7 of 18)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(7 of 18)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/7of18_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>My recently rekindled relationship with sage, made for an obvious addition to the recipe.&#160;</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/11of18.jpg"><img
title="(11 of 18)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="600" alt="(11 of 18)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/11of18_thumb.jpg" width="400" border="0" /></a></p><p>And don’t you feel like you’re seeing brown butter being used, everywhere?&#160; In cookies, cupcakes, stuffing, potatoes, you name it.&#160;</p><p>Definitely not a bad thing.&#160; Definitely a delicious thing.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/8of18.jpg"><img
title="(8 of 18)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(8 of 18)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/8of18_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>These savory potatoes are simply seasoned with sage, garlic, salt + pepper.&#160;</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/9of18.jpg"><img
title="(9 of 18)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(9 of 18)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/9of18_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>Then, they are topped with a drizzle of brown butter + pan fried sage.</p><p>Then, they are completely demolished, before you even knew what hit you.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/10of18.jpg"><img
title="(10 of 18)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(10 of 18)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/10of18_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a><font
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color="#ff8000" size="3"><strong>Sage + Garlic Whipped Sweet Potatoes</strong></font> [yields 4c mashed, serves 4+]</p><ul><li>8c cubed sweet potatoes [about 2lbs]</li><li>3/4c-1c unsweetened almond milk</li><li>3T butter</li><li>1.5t garlic, minced</li><li>1T sage, finely chopped</li><li>handful of fresh sage leaves, for garnish</li><li>1/2t salt</li><li>black pepper</li></ul><ol><li>Wash, peel + cube your sweet potatoes, into about 3/4” cubes.</li><li>Steam your sweet potatoes until fork tender, about 10-12min.&#160;</li><li>While cooking, add 1/2T butter to a small pan over medium heat.</li><li>Once hot, add your minced garlic, chopped sage and handful of fresh sage leaves to the pan, stirring for about 1-2min until the garlic is light brown. Quickly remove the garlic + chopped sage to a paper towel lined plate.&#160; The garlic will burn quickly, so stay right by the pan.&#160;</li><li>The large sage leaves will take a minute or two extra.&#160; Flip once and then remove when crisp.</li><li>In a small saucepan, melt the 2T butter over medium heat, whisking frequently.&#160; The butter will foam a bit, and then you’ll see brown bits forming in the bottom of pan and the butter will start to turn golden brown and smell nutty.&#160; Remove from heat immediately, to prevent the butter from burning.&#160; [If your butter blackens, discard and try again, or just use melted butter.]</li><li>Preheat your oven to broil.</li><li>Mash the potatoes any way you like.&#160; I prefer a handheld mixer, for a creamy whipped texture.</li><li>Slowly add the milk, until the consistency you’re looking for has been met.</li><li>Stir in the browned garlic, chopped sage, salt + pepper, reserving the sage leaves and brown butter as the topping.</li><li>Taste and add more salt/pepper if needed.</li><li>Place in an oven safe baking dish, and broil until golden brown on top.&#160; Broiling time will vary, but it took me about 8min.&#160; Check often to prevent burning.</li><li>Top with fried sage leaves + brown butter.</li></ol><p><strong>tips/substitutions:</strong> Feel free to leave the skins on.&#160; For this recipe, I wanted them perfectly smooth and creamy.&#160; If you prefer to boil your potatoes, chop into large pieces and boil until fork tender.&#160; Or, you can also bake your sweet potatoes until tender.&#160; Use any type of unsweetened/unflavored milk you like.&#160; Earth Balance [vegan butter] is a great sub for the butter.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/13of18.jpg"><img
title="(13 of 18)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="600" alt="(13 of 18)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/13of18_thumb.jpg" width="400" border="0" /></a></p><p>And next up?</p><p>Something a little sweet.</p><p>But not so sweet it makes your teeth hurt.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/14of18.jpg"><img
title="(14 of 18)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(14 of 18)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/14of18_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>Slightly sweet, with the warm scent of vanilla in the background, and the rich taste of honey + butter.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/15of18.jpg"><img
title="(15 of 18)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="600" alt="(15 of 18)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/15of18_thumb.jpg" width="400" border="0" /></a><font
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color="#ff8000" size="3"><strong>Vanilla Bean Honey Butter Sweet Potatoes</strong> <font
color="#000000" size="2">[yields 4c mashed, serves 4+]</font></font></p><ul><li>8c cubed sweet potato [~3/4” cubes]</li><li>3/4c – 1c unsweetened almond milk</li><li>1/3c walnuts, chopped</li><li>1 vanilla bean pod</li><li>1-2t sucanat</li><li>1.5T butter, melted</li><li>1/4t salt</li><li>honey to top [~1T]</li></ul><ol><li>Wash, peel + cube your sweet potatoes, into about 3/4” cubes.</li><li>Steam your sweet potatoes until fork tender, about 10-12min.&#160;</li><li>While cooking, slice your vanilla bean pod down the center and scrape all of the beans out.</li><li>Mash the potatoes any way you like.&#160; I prefer a handheld mixer, for a creamy whipped texture.</li><li>Slowly add the milk, until the consistency you’re looking for has been met.</li><li>Whip in the vanilla beans + salt, until combined..</li><li>Place in an oven safe baking dish, dust the top with sucanat, and broil until golden brown.&#160; Broiling time will vary, but it took me about 8min.&#160; Check often to prevent burning.</li><li>Top with melted butter, chopped walnuts, and an all over drizzle of honey.</li></ol><p><strong>tips/substitutions:</strong> Feel free to leave the skins on and boil or bake your sweet potatoes.&#160; Use any type of milk you like.&#160; The vanilla milks [almond/hemp/rice/etc] might be a great addition in this, but remember that will add a bit of sweetness.&#160; Earth Balance [vegan butter] is a great sub for the butter.&#160; Feel free to top with maple syrup instead of honey if desired.&#160; Sub any type of sugar if you don’t have sucanat.&#160; Sub 2t vanilla extract, instead of the vanilla bean if desired.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/16of18.jpg"><img
title="(16 of 18)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(16 of 18)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/16of18_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>I’m still undecided as to which version is my favorite.&#160;</p><p>And I still can’t figure out which to bring to dinner on Thursday.</p><p>Help!&#160; Which would please the masses more?&#160; At first I thought savory.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/17of18.jpg"><img
title="(17 of 18)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(17 of 18)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/17of18_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>But now that I’m looking at the vanilla honey butter version again, I may have changed my mind!</p><p>Happy almost Thanksgiving.&#160; I’m getting excited!!!</p><p>Ashley</p><p><em>If you won’t be making your pumpkin pie until Thursday, and you’re waiting for a GF crust recipe, here are the ingredients you’ll need!</em></p><p><strong>crust:</strong> 1/4c butter [Earth Balance or coconut oil], 3/4c walnuts, 2T honey/maple syrup/brown rice syrup, 3T sucanat [or other sugar], 1/2c GF oat flour [ground from oats], 1.5c GF rolled oats, 1/4t cinnamon, 1/4t salt</p><p><strong>pie:</strong> 2c pumpkin puree, 1.5T arrowroot starch [or cornstarch], 3 eggs, 1/2c full fat coconut milk, 1/2c unsweetened almond milk, 1/4c honey [or maple], 1/4c sucanat [or other sugar], 1/4t salt, 1 vanilla bean [or 2t vanilla extract], 1.5t cinnamon, 3/4t ginger, 1/4t all spice, 1/8t nutmeg, pinch of clove.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://edibleperspective.com/2011/11/whipped-sweet-potatoes-2-ways/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>44</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Butternut Squash + Apple Quinoa Salad</title><link>http://edibleperspective.com/2011/10/butternut-squash-apple-quinoa-salad/</link> <comments>http://edibleperspective.com/2011/10/butternut-squash-apple-quinoa-salad/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2011 06:58:19 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Ashley</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[apple]]></category> <category><![CDATA[butternut squash]]></category> <category><![CDATA[honey]]></category> <category><![CDATA[lemon]]></category> <category><![CDATA[quinoa]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://edibleperspective.com/2011/10/butternut-squash-apple-quinoa-salad/</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Butternut squash #2, was just happily consumed.</p><p>With apples and a little honey in the mix as well.</p><p>Yesterday I mentioned that you probably won’t see recipes incorporating apple, despite buying 10lbs of them, but I may have spoken too soon. </p><p>I love that on Halloween morning, the first photo I’m showing you, is [...]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Butternut squash #2, was just happily consumed.</p><p>With apples and a little honey in the mix as well.</p><p>Yesterday I mentioned that you probably won’t see recipes incorporating apple, despite buying 10lbs of them, but I may have spoken too soon.  <a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/1of92.jpg"><img
style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="(1 of 9)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/1of9_thumb2.jpg" alt="(1 of 9)" width="530" height="353" border="0" /></a></p><p>I love that on Halloween morning, the first photo I’m showing you, is of a bowl of onions.  What a candy buzz kill.</p><p>While at the market this weekend, I picked up cipollini onions for the first time.  They’ve always intrigued me, with their funny flat shape.  I had a recipe in mind, and was looking for shallots, but gave these a try instead.  The theme of the recipe was fall + local.  Well, as local as possible.  I’m pretty sure you can’t find quinoa or lemons grown in Colorado.</p><p><a><img
style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="(2 of 9)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/2of9_thumb2.jpg" alt="(2 of 9)" width="400" height="600" border="0" /></a></p><p><span
style="color: #000000;">My thought process for this recipe went something like this…</span></p><p>Quinoa salad!!  Butternut squash must be used again….I have 10lbs of apples in the fridge.  There is no way I’m going to plow through all of them unless I start using them in recipes.  Butternut squash + apples?  That sounds delicious.  Hmm, but I want savory with a hint of sweet.  Honey lemon dressing….too sweet…what to add?  Oregano…basil…nope, thyme and a little garlic + salt.  What else?  Oooh, roast the butternut squash with shallots.  Scratch that, cipollini onions.  Onion + apple strangely sound good together.  Time to execute!</p><p>I’m sure you really wanted to hear all of that.</p><p><a><img
style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="(3 of 9)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/3of9_thumb2.jpg" alt="(3 of 9)" width="530" height="353" border="0" /></a></p><p>I wanted this dish to be lightly dressed.  The onion + seasonings are mild.  You can taste each flavor, and they meld well together, without being overpowering.  After roasting the squash + onions together, I tossed them with the quinoa and added the dressing.  To give it a little pop, I kept the apples cold.  If you’re not into the whole cold + hot combination, feel free to sauté the apples for 1-3min in a pan with a little drizzle of oil.</p><p><a><img
style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="(4 of 9)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/4of9_thumb3.jpg" alt="(4 of 9)" width="530" height="353" border="0" /></a></p><p>To top this salad, there are definitely a few options.  Keep it as a side, or incorporate a protein to make it a meal.</p><ul><li>feta cheese</li><li>goats cheese</li><li>sharp cheddar cheese</li><li>walnuts</li><li>lemon zest</li><li>pan fried tempeh</li><li>cubed + broiled tofu</li><li>apple sage <a
href="http://www.fieldroast.com/">field roast</a> vegan sausages</li></ul><p>A great addition to any fall dinner party, or even Thanksgiving.  I know today is Halloween, but I’m already thinking about Thanksgiving.  Anyone else?  Not that I’m trying to rush time…believe me, I could use some slowing down.  But, thinking about Thanksgiving makes my stomach quite happy.  And I have to take advantage of the fall bounty while it’s around.  I can make cookies anytime, but local squash + apples only last so long!</p><p><a><img
style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="(7 of 9)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/7of9_thumb2.jpg" alt="(7 of 9)" width="400" height="600" border="0" /></a></p><p><span
style="color: #ff0000; font-size: small;"><strong>Butternut Squash + Apple Quinoa Salad</strong></span> [serves 4-6]</p><ul><li>5c butternut squash, cubed</li><li>1 medium apple, diced [1.5c]</li><li>1c uncooked quinoa</li><li>3/4c cipollini onions, chopped</li><li>2c low sodium veggie stock</li><li>2T + 1T sunflower oil</li><li>1/4c + 2T lemon juice</li><li>1T honey</li><li>1.5t dried thyme</li><li>3/4t garlic powder</li><li>1/4-1/2t salt [plus more to taste]</li></ul><ol><li>Preheat your oven to 400*</li><li>Combine the cubed squash + chopped onion on a baking sheet.</li><li>Toss with 1T oil and a sprinkling of salt.</li><li>Roast for 35-40min, stirring 1-2x, until golden brown.</li><li>While roasting, heat a medium sized pot over medium heat.</li><li>Rinse the quinoa and add to the pot.  Toast for 1-3min, stirring frequently.</li><li>Add veggie stock, bring to a boil, cover + reduce heat to simmer for 15min. [do not remove cover or stir]</li><li>Turn off heat, move the pot to another burner and let sit [covered] for 5-10min, then fluff with a fork.</li><li>While the quinoa is cooking, in a small bowl, whisk together 1/4c lemon juice, honey, 2T oil, 1/4t salt, garlic + thyme.  Set aside.</li><li>Chop the apples into small cubes + toss with 2T lemon juice.  Place in the fridge.</li><li>In a large bowl lightly toss the quinoa, butternut squash + onions, and dressing until just combined.</li><li>Top with the cold apple, and any other toppings you like.</li></ol><p>*Season with salt to taste.  If you’re no using a low sodium veggie stock, taste after mixing everything together + add salt as needed.</p><p>This lunchtime bowl was topped with walnuts and a sprinkling of thyme.  For dinner, it was topped with pan fried tempeh + sharp white cheddar.</p><p><img
style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="(9 of 9)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/9of9_thumb2.jpg" alt="(9 of 9)" width="530" height="353" border="0" /></p><p>I’m looking forward to brainstorming more gluten free + veggie Thanksgiving ideas.  Desserts will make an appearance soon!  If you have any requests, send them my way!</p><p>Time for a little chocolate nightcap and then off to bed.  Crazy few days ahead before heading to San Fran.</p><p>must.get.sleep.</p><p>Ashley</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://edibleperspective.com/2011/10/butternut-squash-apple-quinoa-salad/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>46</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>beer baked, beer grilled, beer me</title><link>http://edibleperspective.com/2011/07/beer-baked-beer-grilled-beer-me/</link> <comments>http://edibleperspective.com/2011/07/beer-baked-beer-grilled-beer-me/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2011 21:25:49 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Ashley</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Process]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[beer]]></category> <category><![CDATA[dressing]]></category> <category><![CDATA[fries]]></category> <category><![CDATA[grill]]></category> <category><![CDATA[herbs]]></category> <category><![CDATA[honey]]></category> <category><![CDATA[salad]]></category> <category><![CDATA[tofu]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://edibleperspective.com/2011/07/beer-baked-beer-grilled-beer-me/</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Let’s continue with the rest of that beer soaked meal.&#160; It all started with Foodbuzz + New Belgium’s offer, to create a recipe infused with NB’s beer or one that would pair well with it.</p><p>Sipping beer is fun, but I find it more challenging to use beer as an ingredient.&#160; What first sparked this [...]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Let’s continue with the rest of that <a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/2011/07/beer-soaked-fries-really/">beer soaked meal</a>.&#160; It all started with <a
href="http://www.foodbuzz.com/">Foodbuzz</a> + <a
href="http://www.newbelgium.com/LegalPurchasingAge.aspx?ReturnUrl=http%3a%2f%2fwww.newbelgium.com%2fhome.aspx">New Belgium</a>’s offer, to create a recipe infused with NB’s beer or one that would pair well with it.</p><p>Sipping beer is fun, but I find it more challenging to use beer as an ingredient.&#160; What first sparked this meal idea, was <a
href="http://afoodiestaysfit.com/2011/06/new-belgium-beer-bbq-tofu/">Teri’s Beer BBQ Tofu</a>.&#160; I always trust Teri’s recipes, and knew this would be a winner.&#160;</p><p>But before we talk about the recipe, let’s talk tofu.&#160; I’ve only ever cooked with “extra firm” tofu, and I only buy this organic, sprouted brand.&#160; Other tofu I’ve eaten doesn’t seem to agree with my stomach, but I’ve never had any issues with <a
href="http://www.pulmuonewildwood.com/plain.asp">Wild Wood’s</a> sprouted tofu.&#160; Sprouted foods are typically easier to digest, which is why I’m guessing my stomach tolerates this tofu much more easily.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/1of16.jpg"><img
title="(1 of 16)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(1 of 16)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/1of16_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>I always cut one block into 8 slices.&#160; I start with a cut in the center and then another cut in the center of those 2 halves, and then another cut in the center of those 4 halves.&#160; This method makes slices fairly consistent in thickness.</p><p>For this meal, I sliced 2 large blocks, and placed them on a kitchen towel folded in half.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/2of16.jpg"><img
title="(2 of 16)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(2 of 16)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/2of16_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>I then covered the tofu with another folded in half kitchen towel and wrapped a third towel around the bottom and top.&#160; Then I place cutting boards on top, so the liquid doesn’t seep into the books, which are what help to press the liquid out.</p><p>You want to press your tofu for a good 30min, or longer if you have the time.&#160; This makes all the difference with the texture when cooking.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/3of16.jpg"><img
title="(3 of 16)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(3 of 16)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/3of16_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>Now back to <a
href="http://afoodiestaysfit.com/">Teri</a>’s recipe.&#160;</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/4of16.jpg"><img
title="(4 of 16)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(4 of 16)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/4of16_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>I’m not sure you can go wrong with your beer selection.&#160; It would be fun to try with a super thick + flavorful stout beer, but for this I chose New Belgium’s, Fat Tire.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/5of16.jpg"><img
title="(5 of 16)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(5 of 16)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/5of16_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>I also used this <a
href="http://organicvillefoods.com/">OrganicVille</a> BBQ Sauce, which had a sweet, but smoky flavor.&#160; Everyone loved it!</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/6of16.jpg"><img
title="(6 of 16)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="487" alt="(6 of 16)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/6of16_thumb.jpg" width="325" border="0" /></a></p><p>Mixing all of the ingredients, takes only a few minutes.&#160; Then you add the tofu to a large pan and start the marinating.&#160; I didn’t change much from <a
href="http://afoodiestaysfit.com/2011/06/new-belgium-beer-bbq-tofu/">Teri’s recipe</a>, but here were the measurements I used.</p><ul><li>1 bottle beer</li><li>1t finely minced ginger</li><li>2/3c BBQ sauce</li><li>3 garlic cloves, minced</li><li>2 blocks, extra firm tofu</li></ul><p>*I basically added more beer + garlic and omitted the Worcestershire sauce, because it’s not vegetarian.&#160; I was going to add a few drops of liquid smoke, but this BBQ sauce was already pretty smoky.&#160; If you have a sweeter sauce, Liquid Smoke is a great option, if you want a nice smoked flavor.</p><p>If you want to bake your tofu, definitely check out <a
href="http://afoodiestaysfit.com/2011/06/new-belgium-beer-bbq-tofu/">her fabulous blog</a> for the instructions!!</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/7of16.jpg"><img
title="(7 of 16)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(7 of 16)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/7of16_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>While the tofu marinated [for 1.5hrs], I worked on the salad.&#160;</p><p>romaine + spinach + grated carrot + pepitas</p><p>simple.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/8of16.jpg"><img
title="(8 of 16)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(8 of 16)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/8of16_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>Then I created my best dressing to date, thanks to my new potted herbs!&#160; The photo may not look pretty, but trust me on the taste!&#160;</p><p><font
color="#008000" size="3"><strong>Honey Lemon Herb Dressing</strong></font> [serves ~6 side salads]</p><ul><li>1/4c fresh lemon juice [~1 lemon]</li><li>2-3T apple cider vinegar [or another 1/2 lemon]</li><li>1 large garlic clove, finely minced</li><li>2t honey</li><li>1-1 1/2t dijon mustard</li><li>1/3c extra virgin olive oil</li><li>1/2T fresh thyme, coarsely chopped</li><li>3T fresh basil, thinly sliced + chopped</li><li>1/4-1/2t salt</li><li>black pepper</li></ul><ol><li>Whisk together lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, mustard, and olive oil until thoroughly combined.</li><li>Whisk in garlic, salt + pepper.</li><li>Whisk in fresh herbs, taste + add more salt/pepper to taste.</li></ol><p>*Start with 1t mustard and 1/4t salt.&#160; You can always add more after the initial taste.&#160; If it seems to oily, add more apple cider vinegar.&#160; If it doesn’t have a hint of sweetness, add another teaspoon of honey.&#160; Just keep tasting along the way!&#160; If you want a really accurate taste, dip a piece of lettuce in the dressing!</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/9of16.jpg"><img
title="(9 of 16)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(9 of 16)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/9of16_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>Now, you have your <a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/2011/07/beer-soaked-fries-really/">beer fries</a> + dressing, what about that grilled tofu?</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/10of16.jpg"><img
title="(10 of 16)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(10 of 16)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/10of16_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>The trick is greasing the grates + making sure the heat is high enough!&#160; I tried grilling tofu once before, with half success.&#160;</p><p>As in, half stuck to the grates.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/12of16.jpg"><img
title="(12 of 16)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(12 of 16)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/12of16_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>This time I had no problems with sticking! Check it out!</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/13of16.jpg"><img
title="(13 of 16)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(13 of 16)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/13of16_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p><font
color="#0080ff" size="3"><strong>Grilling Tofu</strong></font></p><ol><li><font
size="2">Make sure your tofu is thoroughly pressed.</font></li><li><font
size="2">Heat your grill to med-high, ~400*.</font></li><li><font
size="2">Grease your grill with oil, but be careful!&#160; <em>Do not</em> use an aerosol grease can, as it will cause large flames.&#160; I used my <a
href="http://www.amazon.com/Misto-Gourmet-Stainless-Steel-Olive-Sprayer/dp/B00004SPZT">Misto</a> can, filled with olive oil, and it worked perfectly.&#160; You could also heavily brush the grates with oil.&#160; Make sure the grates are <strong>well coated!</strong></font></li><li><font
size="2">Place your sliced tofu [~1/4-1/2” thick slices] on the grill and close the lid.&#160; </font></li><li><font
size="2">Now, try your best <strong>NOT to touch</strong> the tofu for 6-9min.&#160; Knowing when to flip the tofu, really depends on your grill.&#160; You can check on the tofu at 6min, with a large metal spatula.&#160; If it seems like it’s easily lifting, and it’s nice and charred, you’re good to flip.&#160; If it’s sticking, you either didn’t put enough oil on, or you need to let it cook longer.&#160; You’re looking for grill marks, like in the photos.&#160; When the pieces are nice + charred, they will be easier to flip.</font></li><li><font
size="2">Carefully scrape under the tofu, and flip over to cook for another 6-9min.&#160; Before closing the lid, pour/brush the leftover marinade onto each slice.&#160; *If they seem to be sticking a bit, before you flip over onto the grate, spray or brush with more oil.</font></li><li><font
size="2">The longer you cook, the less moisture it will have.&#160; Everyone really liked the charred pieces!</font></li></ol><p>It really was easy!&#160; I just want to be thorough with the instructions. <img
src='http://edibleperspective.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /></p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/14of16.jpg"><img
title="(14 of 16)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(14 of 16)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/14of16_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>If your fries are done before the tofu, just turn the oven off and leave them inside.&#160; If they’re already super crispy, crack the door open, to prevent further cooking.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/11of16.jpg"><img
title="(11 of 16)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(11 of 16)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/11of16_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>Summery, beer infused meal complete!</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/15of16.jpg"><img
title="(15 of 16)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(15 of 16)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/15of16_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>And <strong>oh.that.tofu.&#160; </strong></p><p>Possibly the best I’ve ever made!!&#160; Thanks to Teri, for the great recipe!</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/16of16.jpg"><img
title="(16 of 16)" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="353" alt="(16 of 16)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/16of16_thumb.jpg" width="530" border="0" /></a></p><p>Back to editing <em>people </em>photos…have a great rest of your day!</p><p>Ashley</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://edibleperspective.com/2011/07/beer-baked-beer-grilled-beer-me/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>57</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>a little zing</title><link>http://edibleperspective.com/2011/04/a-little-zing/</link> <comments>http://edibleperspective.com/2011/04/a-little-zing/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 30 Apr 2011 16:54:32 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Ashley</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Life]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Process]]></category> <category><![CDATA[citrus]]></category> <category><![CDATA[honey]]></category> <category><![CDATA[salad]]></category> <category><![CDATA[spinach]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://edibleperspective.com/2011/04/a-little-zing/</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Lately, a lot of you have been mentioning/asking me 2 things.</p> How do I come up with the some of my food combinations?  For instance: tempeh/apple/pumpkin/pnut butter sandwich I wish I liked salad as much as you.<p>To answer question #1 – 90% of the time, I am literally just throwing things together, based on [...]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Lately, a lot of you have been mentioning/asking me 2 things.</p><ol><li>How do I come up with the some of my food combinations?  For instance: <a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/2011/04/a-plastic-robe/">tempeh/apple/pumpkin/pnut butter sandwich</a></li><li>I wish I liked salad as much as you.</li></ol><p><strong>To answer question #1</strong> – 90% of the time, I am literally just throwing things together, based on whatever randomness is in our fridge.  I haven’t made a lot of full-on, recipe-following meals lately, because I haven’t had the time or energy.  However, I am still cooking.  I think about food a lot.  I think about my next meal almost right after the meal I just ate.  I start to brainstorm.</p><blockquote><p>I really want a bagel for lunch.  That won’t hold me over too long, so I need to beef it up with something else.  I have a 1/4 block of tempeh leftover.  Tempeh and bread work.  If I just lightly toast the tempeh, I can combine it with other things in the fridge.  I want something crunchy.  I have apples.  Apples + cheese go perfectly on a sandwich or bagel.  Maybe apples and tempeh would too.  Tempeh doesn’t have much flavor, so maybe I’ll add some peanut butter.  Peanut butter + bagels + apples = success, so maybe tempeh would be good too.  Oh, wait, I have leftover pumpkin.  I might as well just add it in and see what happens.  It will add moisture to the sandwich, like mayo or mustard typically would.</p></blockquote><p>So there you have it.  The thought process of putting my lunch together.  Exhilarating, I know.</p><p><strong>Now let’s talk about comment #2.</strong> Salad haters.  I used to be one.  No shame!  First, you need to find which lettuce you like the best.  Right now I’m on a spinach kick, but about a year ago, I was really sick of it.  I also used to really like arugula, but got burnt out on it and don’t like it at all now.  Romaine is one of my favorites, as is raw kale.</p><p>After you pick you lettuce, you can’t just pour the dressing on.  I would understand why you hate salads, if you do this.  You need to fill the salad with other foods you love.</p><ul><li>chickpeas [roasted, perhaps?]</li><li>sweet potato cubes</li><li>black beans</li><li>avocado</li><li>fresh basil</li><li>tomatoes</li><li>mushrooms</li><li>carrots</li><li>pickles!!</li><li>cucumbers</li><li>croutons</li><li>almonds</li><li>nutritional yeast</li><li>sesame seeds</li><li>pepitas</li><li>hummus</li><li>etc.etc.etc.</li></ul><p>Don’t like veggies?  What about putting fruit on your salad?</p><ul><li>spinach or arugula</li><li>strawberries/apples/pears</li><li>almonds/walnuts</li><li>stinky blue cheese or gorgonzola</li></ul><p>Sometimes I get bored with my salads too, which calls for some extra creativity.</p><p>I mean, this isn’t anything revolutionary, but it changed things up a bit + was very refreshing.</p><p>Do you ever add citrus to your salad?  If not, you must try.  Little clementine slices?  Yup!  Lemon in your dressing?  Sure thing.  Delicious + zingy.</p><p>Who doesn’t like a good zing?</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/1of54.jpg"><img
style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="(1 of 5)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/1of5_thumb4.jpg" border="0" alt="(1 of 5)" width="530" height="353" /></a></p><p><strong>Salad contents:</strong></p><ul><li>spinach</li><li>cherry tomatoes</li><li>cucumber</li><li>mushrooms</li><li>clementine <em>– the star of the show</em></li><li>walnuts</li><li>salt + pepper</li><li>sprinkle of dried thyme</li></ul><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/3of54.jpg"><img
style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="(3 of 5)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/3of5_thumb4.jpg" border="0" alt="(3 of 5)" width="530" height="353" /></a></p><p>For the dressing, I wanted something citrusy + sweet.  I do not buy store bought dressings.  I just don’t like them!  I’ve tried way too many and have wasted way too much money in the process.  Plus, I like to control what ingredients are going into it.</p><p>In this mix:</p><ul><li>~1.5T hemp oil [can use other high quality salad oil – walnut/almond/sunflower/etc]</li><li>1t local raw honey</li><li>1-2T fresh lemon juice</li><li>s+p to taste</li><li>sprinkling of fresh or dried thyme</li></ul><p>Nothing exact here.  I just tasted along the way.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/4of54.jpg"><img
style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="(4 of 5)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/4of5_thumb4.jpg" border="0" alt="(4 of 5)" width="530" height="353" /></a></p><p>I will say, mushrooms + citrus aren’t the best combo, but other than that this was refreshing, crunchy, and fun.  Yes, I just called my salad <em>fun.</em></p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/5of54.jpg"><img
style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="(5 of 5)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/5of5_thumb4.jpg" border="0" alt="(5 of 5)" width="530" height="353" /></a></p><p>Have you had any good salad combos lately??</p><p>…</p><p>And now, just a little snippet from Friday night with the bro + sis in law.</p><p>Natalie is just about 7 months along in her pregnancy + looking so lovely!  Her baby bump is the cutest.  I can’t wait to meet my niece!!!!</p><p>They headed up to Ft. Collins to hang out with us for the night.</p><p>Bashful Pat, requested we eat at <a
href="http://www.tastyharmony.com/site/static.php?page=MENU">Tasty Harmony</a>.  The veggie/vegan/GF friendly restaurant.  Fine by me!!!  Chris + I love this restaurant.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/1of621.jpg"><img
style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="(1 of 6)-2" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/1of62_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="(1 of 6)-2" width="530" height="353" /></a></p><p>Come July, they will be parents!!!</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/2of621.jpg"><img
style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="(2 of 6)-2" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/2of62_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="(2 of 6)-2" width="530" height="353" /></a></p><p>We scarfed down a vegan artichoke dip [SO good], faster than the speed of light, and anxiously awaited dinner.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/3of621.jpg"><img
style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="(3 of 6)-2" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/3of62_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="(3 of 6)-2" width="530" height="353" /></a></p><p>Dork.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/4of621.jpg"><img
style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="(4 of 6)-2" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/4of62_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="(4 of 6)-2" width="530" height="353" /></a></p><p>I went with the <a
href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jackfruit">jackfruit</a> tacos.  A new-to-me dish.  I typically get something different every time I go.</p><blockquote><p>Two crispy taco shells filled with jackfruit and tempeh cooked in Mexican spices, topped with guacamole, salsa fresca , sour cream and shredded lettuce. Served with black beans and Spanish rice.</p></blockquote><p>OH my.  Were these good!</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/5of621.jpg"><img
style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="(5 of 6)-2" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/5of62_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="(5 of 6)-2" width="530" height="353" /></a></p><p>Everyone else at the table got the Kentucky Fried Freedom.  The chard greens were delicious!!  You can’t see but there is a pile of mashed potatoes behind the “mock” chicken [house-made seitan, the best I’ve ever had] as well.  The most amazing vegan gravy ever.  YUM.</p><blockquote><p>Battered and pan fried mock chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, black eye peas and garlicky greens.</p></blockquote><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/6of621.jpg"><img
style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border: 0px;" title="(6 of 6)-2" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/6of62_thumb.jpg" border="0" alt="(6 of 6)-2" width="530" height="353" /></a></p><p>And with that, we called it a night.  Chris + I were so exhausted that we were IN bed before midnight, which doesn’t even happen on the weekdays.  Time to get a-movin!  So much to do!</p><p>Ashley</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://edibleperspective.com/2011/04/a-little-zing/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>47</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Fresh Express salad challenge!</title><link>http://edibleperspective.com/2010/10/fresh-express-salad-challenge/</link> <comments>http://edibleperspective.com/2010/10/fresh-express-salad-challenge/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2010 23:09:21 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Ashley</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Food samples]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Process]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Products]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[butternut squash]]></category> <category><![CDATA[honey]]></category> <category><![CDATA[rosemary]]></category> <category><![CDATA[salad]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://edibleperspective.com/2010/10/fresh-express-salad-challenge/</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>When I saw the Fresh Express Salad Challenge [from Foodbuzz], come through my inbox, I knew I had to enter!&#160; Why?</p> I am a salad freak. The winner receives $1,000 towards travel expenses for the Foodbuzz Festival in less than 3 weeks!!<p>I was excited to actually think about creating a complete salad recipe.&#160; My [...]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When I saw the <a
href="http://www.freshexpress.com/">Fresh Express</a> Salad Challenge [from <a
href="http://www.foodbuzz.com/">Foodbuzz</a>], come through my inbox, I knew I had to enter!&#160; Why?</p><ol><li>I am a salad freak.</li><li>The winner receives $1,000 towards travel expenses for the Foodbuzz Festival in less than 3 weeks!!</li></ol><p>I was excited to actually think about creating a complete salad recipe.&#160; My typical mentality with salads is to throw any + all veggies + beans onto the salad, then top with a quick homemade dressing.</p><p>My first instinct was to create a fall-like salad.&#160;</p><p>Enter the butternut squash, which is delicious and is extremely tasty after being roasted.&#160;</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/1of141.jpg"><img
title="(1 of 14)" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="353" alt="(1 of 14)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/1of14_thumb1.jpg" width="530" /></a></p><p>I peeled the skin off [least favorite part!] then sliced into rounds and got to cubing.&#160; I’ve been feeling the rosemary lately and thought it would compliment the butternut squash along with garlic, salt + pepper.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/2of141.jpg"><img
title="(2 of 14)" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="353" alt="(2 of 14)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/2of14_thumb1.jpg" width="530" /></a></p><p>I needed a bit of contrasting flavor now, so enter the red onion.&#160; While this sucker is pretty potent when raw, sautéing it in a pan mellows it out, into something quite nice.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/3of141.jpg"><img
title="(3 of 14)" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="353" alt="(3 of 14)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/3of14_thumb1.jpg" width="530" /></a></p><p>Presentation was on my mind at the beginning of this salad making adventure as well.&#160; Chopped red onion gives nice contrast, but rings of red onion will look much fancier.&#160; You all know how I like to get <a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/2010/10/luxury-at-its-finest/">fancy</a>. <img
src='http://edibleperspective.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /></p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/4of141.jpg"><img
title="(4 of 14)" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="353" alt="(4 of 14)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/4of14_thumb1.jpg" width="530" /></a></p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/5of141.jpg"><img
title="(5 of 14)" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="353" alt="(5 of 14)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/5of14_thumb1.jpg" width="530" /></a></p><p>After roasting at 400* for 40min, the butternut squash is fluffy, creamy, and fragrant.&#160;</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/6of141.jpg"><img
title="(6 of 14)" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="353" alt="(6 of 14)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/6of14_thumb1.jpg" width="530" /></a></p><p>Time for a simple dressing that will contrast with the savory toppings but not weigh the salad down.</p><p>olive oil + balsamic vinegar + apple cider vinegar + honey + salt</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/7of141.jpg"><img
title="(7 of 14)" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="353" alt="(7 of 14)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/7of14_thumb1.jpg" width="530" /></a></p><p>Salad completion!</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/8of141.jpg"><img
title="(8 of 14)" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="353" alt="(8 of 14)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/8of14_thumb1.jpg" width="530" /></a></p><p>See, I told you the red onions look better in circle form <img
src='http://edibleperspective.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_wink.gif' alt=';)' class='wp-smiley' /> &#160; I sprinkled some of my <a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/2010/10/full-on-orange/">roasted garlic + rosemary pumpkin seeds</a> on top as well.&#160; Because “crunch” is a necessary part of salads!&#160;</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/9of141.jpg"><img
title="(9 of 14)" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="353" alt="(9 of 14)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/9of14_thumb1.jpg" width="530" /></a></p><p>This was enjoyed on top of a fluffy, crisp bed of <a
href="http://www.freshexpress.com/">Fresh Express</a> Spring Mix.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/10of141.jpg"><img
title="(10 of 14)" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="353" alt="(10 of 14)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/10of14_thumb1.jpg" width="530" /></a></p><p>Besides crunch, salads also need a little cheese.&#160; Goat cheese sounded like the perfect match!</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/11of141.jpg"><img
title="(11 of 14)" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="353" alt="(11 of 14)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/11of14_thumb1.jpg" width="530" /></a></p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/12of141.jpg"><img
title="(12 of 14)" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="353" alt="(12 of 14)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/12of14_thumb1.jpg" width="530" /></a></p><p>Thanks to <a
href="http://www.foodbuzz.com/">Foodbuzz</a> + <a
href="http://www.freshexpress.com/">Fresh Express</a> for putting on this challenge, and for the fabulous coupons that I have shared with friends + blog readers.</p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/13of141.jpg"><img
title="(13 of 14)" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="353" alt="(13 of 14)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/13of14_thumb1.jpg" width="530" /></a></p><p>Lunch tiiiiiiime <img
src='http://edibleperspective.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /></p><p><a
href="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/14of141.jpg"><img
title="(14 of 14)" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="353" alt="(14 of 14)" src="http://edibleperspective.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/14of14_thumb1.jpg" width="530" /></a></p><p><font
size="3"><font
color="#ff8000"><strong>Roasted Butternut Squash + Rosemary Salad</strong><font
size="2"> <font
color="#000000">[serves 2-4]</font></font></font></font></p><ul><li>1/2 butternut squash, peeled + cubed [medium size]</li><li>2T olive oil</li><li>1T rosemary, chopped fresh</li><li>1t garlic powder</li><li>1/4t salt</li><li>fresh ground black pepper</li><li>1 medium red onion</li><li>goat cheese</li><li>crunchy topping [like roasted pumpkin seeds]</li></ul><ol><li>Roast butternut squash with 1T olive oil, rosemary, salt and pepper at 400* for about 40min, turning once or twice.</li><li>While squash is roasting, cut onion parallel with the ends, to create circular cuts about 1/2” thick.</li><li>Over med-low heat, sauté onion rings in 1T olive oil for about 5min per side.</li><li>Let squash + onions cool for about 5min before topping on salad.</li><li>Top lettuce with squash, onions, cheese, and pumpkin seeds.</li><li>Pour on dressing.</li></ol><p><font
color="#800080" size="3"><strong>Honey Balsamic Dressing</strong></font> [1 serving]</p><ul><li>1T olive oil</li><li>1T balsamic vinegar [4% acidity – sweet + thick]</li><li>1/2T apple cider vinegar</li><li>1t honey</li><li>pinch of fine grain sea salt</li></ul><ol><li>Whisk together and pour on salad.</li></ol><p>~Ashley</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://edibleperspective.com/2010/10/fresh-express-salad-challenge/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>29</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>
