Who’s a Fool? Ful Medames Recipe (Fava Beans w/ Garlic)
We're suckers for foods that are not everyday staples, especially beans. This recipe uses fava beans which, for the vast majority of people, are tasty and nutritious. (We do note the very real condition known as favism, a serious hereditary allergic reaction, meaning those suffering obviously should avoid them.)This Ful Medames version is basic and quick -- lemon, garlic, olive oil and parsley -- but traditional variations abound (including long-simmered with tomatoes, ...
Yummy Herb & Garlic Scape Pesto (Cheese-Free)
For years, we ate pesto one way: with Parmesan cheese. Then one day, we forgot the cheese and who woulda thought, it was just as good (in fact, better for the dairy-free folks)!This pesto uses the bounty of the summer herb garden along with the last of the garlic scapes we harvested in June (yes, we've had them in the fridge one month). If you don't have the scapes, just add a bit more garlic and it will taste just as good. Also, while we use a food processor, we hear a blender ...
Frijoles de la Olla (Mexican Beans)
... This recipe is a real staple and can make a week's worth of rice/beans, filled tamales, tacos and more. We eat ours lots of ways. Chipotle and black beans. Pinto beans and Guajillo. Adjust to your taste and ingredients and enjoy.Ingredients:Measurements are approximate - adjust to taste. This is hard to get wrong so trust your taste buds.2 cups dried beans.1/2 onion choppedSmall bunch cilantro2-3 dried peppers such as chipoltes, pasilla, etc. (can add more)...
