Tag: basil
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Love is patient \\ Greek Roasted Artichokes with Lemon and Basil
Christ is in our midst! Spring has passed, and we are in summer mode. Springtime, alongside summer, is when I really enjoy having artichokes. Spring to me is defined by different things. One, helios me thondia, which translates to sun with teeth. It is bright and sunny, but when you step out, there’s a “bite”…
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Arugula-Walnut Pesto
Arugula is one of those greens that pairs well with dried fruit and legumes. I like to have a play of flavors bouncing off of each other as I am chewing it. Cranberries, chickpeas and arugula. Roasted butternut squash, roasted beets with cranberries and arugula. These are just two examples of how I enjoy arugula.…
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Peace Popcorn – Italian Style
Add basil, rosemary, and oregano (I use fresh but dried could be used to; if you use dried, keep in mind to use less. Dried herbs are stronger in flavor compared to fresh; use about 1 tsp or according to taste) to the preheated olive oil or coconut oil in a large pot. Add a…
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Conchiglie tutti giordino
Conchiglie tutti giordino. Sounds so beautiful. Pasta with all the vegetables of the garden or pasta with all vegetables is the translation. I found this recipe in a book that dear friends gave to me as a “goodbye” gift and something to remember them by and to help me on my journey of cooking. This…
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Basil
Botanical name: Ocium basilicum Storing: Fresh: Preserve basil in olive oil in a plastic bag. Freeze: Puree with little H2O. Pour into ice cube trays. Dried: Have in airtight container in a dark cool room Tips Dried Basil does not have the same taste as fresh basil. It has a more minty taste. You should tear,…
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A Spiritual Steward 