2 Vegetarian Meals

With all the goodies from the farmer market (or not)

I so badly want to be that person that goes to the farmers market every week and knows the cheese guy by name and eats all their vegetables seasonally. Nice fantasy but that’s not in the realm of possibilities at this stage in my life. I’d say it happens once a month and more frequently in the summer. The farmer’s market for me is what I guess Bergdorf’s is for some women - a literal candy shop. There’s some really good ones up near my lake house in Sussex County NJ. Last Sunday we loaded up the baby and went to the one in Warwick NY. This week’s newsletter and what we cooked was inspired by that trip. 

Grilled Radicchio with White Beans & Hazelnuts

Oooo this is a good one. Creamy, spicy white beans on the bottom. Topped with grilled wedges of radicchio. The whole thing gets dressed with an anchovy and orange dressing then sprinkled with herbs and hazelnuts. This recipe will be going out later today to subscribers. 

All the Mushrooms with Soft Boiled Egg & Crispy Focaccia

There’s a vendor at this market that has a portable pizza oven and makes the most delicious focaccia. On day one we ate it fresh and then day 2 was the perfect time to tear it into chunks and toast it in some olive oil. We bought all sorts of mushrooms, cooked them with herbs and butter. And arranged it all on a plate, it goes a perfectly soft boiled egg. Typing this I’m realizing that both the recipes this week are vegetarian! Bonus! The method for this will be in the subscriber post that goes out later today. 

Mini Mouths:

Dean is really into beans. Just like the seasonal veggies and fruits at the market, his tastes and desires change rapidly. It’s like playing whack-a-mole just keeping up with what he’s into at the moment. So he had all the elements of these dishes: Beans, chopped up mushrooms, focaccia cubes, Mozzarella and obvious berries. Because it wouldn't be a meal for him without berries. 

What I’m Loving This Week:

1. Tinned Smoked Oysters: Maybe initially you’re thinking “that’s not for me” but bear with me. They are DELICIOUS! And CHEAP! And good for you. Spend the $3 and pick up a tin. Grab some crackers, a lemon and a toothpick. The best snack.

2. My Accountant: Weird one, but he’s been SO helpful this week, and I really love him. I’ve been using this guy for a few years. He came as a recommendation from some photographers friends. If anyone is looking for a great accountant, message me! 

3. Our French Toast Kick: French toasts used to be what I would cook at 3am when I’d get home from a night out. I always seem to have the ingredients and it’s fast. These days it’s serving a vastly different purpose. It’s still fast though! It also checks all the carb, fat, protein, dairy boxes for Dean. I use Dave’s Killer Bread bathed in an egg whisked with a little half & half, cinnamon and salt. Fried up in ghee and a drizzle of pure maple syrup. 

Happy Memorial Day Weekend! Xo Liv