Effortless Entertaining Recipes
Memorial Day weekend heralds the unofficial kick-off for summer sun, fun and of course, outdoor barbecues! Entertain in effortless style this week with a box full of fresh, easy dishes: a tangy roasted fingerling potato salad, housemade giardiniera paired with milky Tomme cheese and grilled crostini, and even a showstopping pickled chive blossom aioli to pair with your favorite protein off the grill.
Here are a few recipe ideas for this week:
Boiled Leeks with Vinaigrette
This classic French dish dresses up fresh leeks with a tangy Dijon mustard-based vinaigrette.
Simple Grilled Asparagus
Whether charcoal or gas, your barbecue grill will add delightfully smoky flavor to this seasonal favorite!
Mustard Green Pesto
Brilliantly green, this mustard green pesto packs a bit of a kick and pairs beautifully with roasted potatoes!
Wine & Dine Recipes
As temperatures continue to rise, so does the appeal of a crisp glass of chilled wine at the end of the day. Rosé weather has arrived, and we have the perfect fare to pair with the classic summery wine: Delicate imported pasta topped with earthy local morel mushrooms, fresh pumpernickel bread with green-garlic compound butter, plus an array of housemade provisions including our own creamy fromage blanc and red raspberry preserves. Cheers!
Here are a few recipe ideas for this week:
Asparagus with Sauce Gribiche
Bright green asparagus spears are drizzled with a classic French-style cold egg sauce in this refreshing recipe.
Baby Lettuce Greens with Chive Blossom Vinaigrette
Whisked with honey and olive oil, this truly unique vinaigrette adds a light, crisp finish to a salad of baby greens.
Grilled Asparagus with Almond-Parsley Gremolata
A fresh blend of parsley, garlic, almonds and red pepper flakes adds big flavor to grilled asparagus stalks.
Roasted Walla Walla Onions with Pine Nut Butter
This classic side dish from Tom Douglas’ Dahlia Lounge restaurant is often served over a bed of sautéed Swiss chard.
Mother’s Day Brunch Recipes
This weekend, honor the mothers in your life with a stunning brunch menu that mixes spring-fresh produce and rich, indulgent touches. Set your table with crispy bacon, a vegetable-packed frittata, fresh cinnamon-raisin bread and an airy European-style pancake topped with buttery salt caramel syrup to celebrate in sweet and savory style.
Here are a few recipe ideas for this week:
Butter-Braised Cabbage
Gently cooking chopped cabbage in a bit of butter and salt creates a meltingly tender, richly flavored side dish.
Roasted Savoy Cabbage with Raisins
Juicy golden raisins add sweet appeal to this roasted dish.
Steamed Tokyo Turnips
Finished with your choice of toppings, steamed turnips make for a simple, delicate side.
Roasted Garlic Cauliflower
Minced garlic, Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley add bright flavor to roasted cauliflower florets.
Herb-Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
An easy and delicious way to prepare these tiny, buttery potatoes!
Roasted Savoy Cabbage
Browned, tender cabbage is finished with fresh lemon juice and cracked pepper in this easy recipe.
