Kale & Feta Salad

1/3 cup feta cheese 1/4 cup currants 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts 1/3 cup feta cheese 1/4 cup currants 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts 1 bunch kale, large stems discarded, leaves finely chopped Massage kale with salt in a large mixing bowl for 2 minutes. Pour vinegar over the...

Cranberry Beans

1 pound dried cranberry beans 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 onions, finely diced Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup chopped parsley Lemon wedges, for garnish Wash and pick over the beans. Place in a pot, cover generously with water...

Navy Bean Soup

1 (16 ounce) package dried navy beans 7 cups chicken stock 1/2 cup butter 4 carrots, chopped 1 onion, chopped 1/2lb bacon Clean and sort the beans. Place them in a large bowl with water to cover and soak for 3 hours. In a large pot over medium heat, combine the beans...

Zesty Sauteed Swiss Chard

1 1⁄2 tablespoons butter 1 1⁄2 tablespoons olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 pinch dry crushed red pepper 2 bunches swiss chard, stems trimmed, leaves cut into 1/2-inch-wide pieces Juice of 1/2 lemon salt Directions Melt butter and oil in heavy large pan over...

Beet Salad with Goat Cheese

4 medium beets – scrubbed, trimmed and cut in half 1/3 cup chopped walnuts 3 tablespoons maple syrup salad greens 1/2 cup frozen orange juice concentrate 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil goat cheese to taste (I prefer the honey goat...

Spinach Egg Bake

Ingredients: 4 cups of fresh spinach 1-2 tsp. olive oil (depending on your pan) 1 1/2 cups low-fat mozzarella 1/3 cup thinly sliced onions 8 eggs, beaten salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Preheat oven to 375F. Spray an 8 1/2 inch by 12 inch glass or crockery...