http://verdavivocooks.wordpress.com Verda Vivo means “Green Life” in the universal language of Esperanto. Thu, 10 Jul 2008 12:00:13 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Our CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) share included baby summer squash and squash blossoms last week. Ingredients: 1½ tablespoons butter ½ pound baby summer squash (yellow crookneck, zucchini or pattypan), chopped Celtic sea salt or Fleur de sel (fine French sea salt) 9-10 zucchini squash blossoms Preparation: Melt 1 tablespoon butter in heavy large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add squash; ... http://verdavivocooks.wordpress.com/2008/07/10/baby-summer-squash-with-squash-blossoms/ I've made the following recipe with both arugula and Red Russian kale. If you like the sauce a bit more juicy, add some sour cream to thin it out. I get country-style bacon from a local butcher and freeze it in packs of three slices each, perfect for adding to dishes ... http://verdavivocooks.wordpress.com/2008/07/09/pasta-with-arugula-and-goat-cheese/ Bulgur is cracked wheat that has been parboiled and broken into different size granules: fine, medium and coarse. And because bulgur is partially cooked, it has a nutty, roasted flavor. Fine bulgur is used in breads and desserts. Medium bulgur is the all-purpose form that can be used in salads, stews, ... http://verdavivocooks.wordpress.com/2008/06/14/shrimp-with-tabbouleh-tomatoes-and-feta/ Leeks are a very good source of manganese and a good source of vitamin C, iron, folate and vitamin B6. Carrots are an excellent source of antioxidant compounds, and the richest vegetable source of the pro-vitamin A carotenes. Ingredients: 3 baby leeks 1 small bunch carrots with greens 3-4 garlic cloves, sliced 1 tablespoon extra ... http://verdavivocooks.wordpress.com/2008/06/10/roasted-leeks-and-carrots/ Beet greens are an excellent source of the B vitamin, folate, and a very good source of manganese and potassium. Beet greens are a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, magnesium, iron, copper and phosphorus. Ingredients: 1 bunch baby beets with greens, rainbow beets if you can get them 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive ... http://verdavivocooks.wordpress.com/2008/05/15/roasted-beets-and-sauteed-beet-greens/ The flavor of this salad is reminiscent of a margarita - tequila, triple sec and lime juice. Fresh shrimp, diced avocado, red onion and crisp romaine lettuce are tossed with a creamy, spicy sour cream dressing. Avocados are a good source of vitamin K, dietary fiber, vitamin B6, vitamin C, folate and copper. Avocados ... http://verdavivocooks.wordpress.com/2008/05/07/margarita-shrimp-salad/ Two of my favorite flavors, lime and chili. You can make this dressing up to 2 days in advance. Use it as a dressing for Margarita Shrimp Salad. Ingredients: 6 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream 3 tablespoons lime juice (approximately 2 limes, depending on juiciness) 2 teaspoons minced seeded jalapeno or serrano pepper 1 teaspoon chili ... http://verdavivocooks.wordpress.com/2008/05/07/creamy-lime-chile-dressing/ If you want to add a meaty flavor and heartier texture, add 1 package (12 ounces) vegetarian burger crumbles. Save some chili for the next day! Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 2-3 carrots, chopped 2-3 stalks celery, chopped 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile ... http://verdavivocooks.wordpress.com/2008/04/29/vegetarian-chili/ When making a salad, use fresh, organic mixed greens. Salad greens should be dry before you use them in a salad, otherwise they will water down your dressing. When you wash your greens, use a salad spinner or shake them out and roll them in a clean kitchen towel to dry them. I ... http://verdavivocooks.wordpress.com/2008/04/21/mixed-greens-salad-with-oil-and-balsamic-vinegar/ I know what you're thinking, Fava beans would go well with liver and a nice chianti. Remember, it's only a movie. Fava beans are a good source of protein, fiber, vitamins A and C, potassium and iron. They also contain levodopa (L-dopa), a chemical the body uses to produce dopamine (the neurotransmitter associated ... http://verdavivocooks.wordpress.com/2008/04/16/pasta-with-fava-beans/