9.30.2011

Penne with Garlicky Butternut Squash


Ingredients
1/4 cup olive oil
4 cups diced (1/2-inch) butternut squash (from a 1 1/2 pound squash)
4 large garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
6 sage leaves, minced or 1/4 teaspoon powdered sage
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 pound uncooked penne (can substitute gluten free-rice penne)
Grated Parmesan

Directions
Bring a large quantity of water to a boil in a stockpot. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Toss in the squash and sauté 5 minutes, or until it begins to get golden. Sprinkle in the garlic and sauté 2 minutes. Pour in the 1/4-cup water, nutmeg, sage, parsley, salt and pepper, and cover the pan. Cook the squash until tender, about 5 minutes more. Cook the penne until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain thoroughly in a colander and return to the pot. Spoon on the squash mixture and toss gently. Serve with a sprinkling of Parmesan and pass more at the table. Yield: 4 servings.

9.07.2011

Purple Bean Salad w/ Hummus

This recipe shared by HAPI Fresh. You can find them on Fridays 11am-2pm at Downtown Farmers Market at Public Square.
  • 6 oz green or purple beans, chopped
  • 3T hummus
  • 1t lemon juice
  • 1 sprig parsley and oregano, minced
  • 3 ounces romaine lettuce, shredded
  • 1 tomato, thinly sliced
  • Fresh ground pepper to taste
Steam the beans for 4 minutes, set aside. In a small bowl, combine hummus, lemon juice, oregano, and parsley. Set aside. Place salad lettuce in bowl, top with tomato slices and warm steamed beans. Season with pepper and and pour hummus mixture over salad. Toss lightly to coat. Serve immediately.