Tag: Refined Chef

Spring Salad with Claytonia, Asparagus and Ramp Dressing

Head to your local farmers market and start picking out these fleeting spring ingredients for an exceptional salad.

Claytonia, which looks like mini lily pads has a nice clean taste and crisp bite. 

Mizuna Greens Salad with Hearts of Palm, Artichoke Hearts and Goat Cheese

Mizuna is a versatile leaf that can be added to a salad such as this or lightly sautéed.  I like the shape and texture of the leaves because they have a slight crispness to them. The hearts of palm, goat cheese and artichoke hearts round this dish out nicely.

Sweet Chicken Sausage and Kale Soup

This is a rich and full bodied soup that is perfect for a chilly fall afternoon.  An additional benefit is it’s made in a slow cooker and perfect for people who are busy but want to come home to a delicious meal.

Sweet Turkey Sausage with Small White Beans and Lacinato Kale Soup

This is a great soup option for a cool autumn weekend.  Preparing in the crock-pot allows all the flavors to really come together in this delicious dish.

Morita Chili Pepper Beef Kabobs

Morita Chili Pepper Beef Kabobs have a ton of flavor and are great for a backyard bbq. The Morita chili is a smoked red jalapeno pepper similar to a Chipotle but has a mixture of heat and sweetness.  It works perfectly with the beef and is sure to be a fan favorite.