Chinese Smashed Cucumber Salad

Here are 2 versions of Smashed Cucumber Salad. One from Cook’s Illustrated and the other from NYT Cooking. Both are excellent. Cook’s Illustrated: https://youtu.be/8Oj4DagwRQI 2 English cucumbers 1 1/2…

Black Bean & Corn Salad

Adapted from Rachel Ray 1 (14-oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed well 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or 1 Roma tomato, finely…

Arugula with Apples & Pecans

Adapted from Minimalist Baker 1/3 cup pecans (pistachios and sliced almonds work well too) 7 ounces baby arugula 1/2 medium apple, thinly sliced 1/4 red onion or whole shallot, thinly…

Oat Bran Ricotta Muffins (GF)

Adapted from cottercrunch.com 80 grams ATK Gluten Free Whole Grain Flour 80 grams ATK Gluten Free AP Flour 40 grams oat bran 14 g ground flaxseed 2 teaspoons baking…

Pesto in Grams

This comes out perfect every time. 35-45 g fresh basil leaves 85 g spinach or kale (or more basil) 50 g walnuts, toasted 50 g grated parmesan 6 g…

Roasted Zucchini Parmesan

Adapted from NYT cooking SAUCE: 1 (28 oz.) can of whole peeled tomatoes 1 small onion, chopped (I don’t use onion) 4 medium cloves garlic (I use 3 cloves, sliced…

Tommy’s Beans

1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion (about 1/2 an onion)2 cloves garlic, minced or finely sliced1 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 (8oz) can Hunts tomato sauce…