Category Archives: Recipes

Marinated Feta Recipe

Posted on January 22, 2012 by Dana Mathias

I just finished the last jar of aged marinated feta made with homemade feta cheese. Oh my. It was beyond good. The seasoned olive oil is perfect for dipping crusty bread. It was so good that I was instantly sad … Continue reading →

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Lacto-Fermented Pickled Beets

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Dana Mathias

This is my favorite way to eat and preserve beets. I eat these almost daily. I’ll sprinkle a few over a salad, or just eat a small bowl. I also like to put them out as part of a tapas … Continue reading →

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Watermelon Granita

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Dana Mathias

We had the most stunning success growing watermelons this year. I grew my old standby, Moon and Stars, and a newer big momma type, Congo. Congo only grew one melon per vine, but it was a big momma, easily the … Continue reading →

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Kitchen Sink Ratatouille

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Dana Mathias

Summer is winding down, but my zucchini and tomato harvest seems to be winding up. And thanks to a generous neighbor, I have plenty of eggplant which means it’s time for one of my favorite summer meals, ratatouille. If you … Continue reading →

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Apricot Jam Tart

Posted on August 15, 2011 by Dana Mathias

A friend of mine makes the best fruit tarts for dessert. Her specialty is Linzer Torte. When she described how simple they are to make, I had to try it for myself. I had a jar of apricot jam in … Continue reading →

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Sweet Dumpling Squash Soup

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Dana Mathias

Usually butternut squash is my go to winter squash for soups. It’s so easy to peel, reliable in the garden, long storing and tasty. But we had a bumper crop of sweet dumpling squash this year. These little “personal” sized … Continue reading →

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Thai Seafood Curry with Winter Squash

Posted on January 7, 2011 by Dana Mathias

I love curry, especially Thai curries. Growing up, the closest I came to Asian food was American-style sweet and sour pork (which, I know, is not all that close to Asia). When I moved to San Francisco after high school, … Continue reading →

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How to Make Goat Milk Yogurt

Posted on July 28, 2010 by Dana Mathias

I’m lucky enough to own three dairy goats. I have a constant supply of delicious raw goat milk, and, no, it’s not goaty tasting. It’s sweet and creamy. I make lots of cheese, ice cream, and yogurt. I love yogurt, … Continue reading →

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Basil, Garlic and Walnut Goat Cheese

Posted on February 20, 2008 by Dana Mathias

One of my favorite recipes for herbed goat cheese I learned from a friend I knew in San Francisco. He was a chef and explained the recipe is those vague chefs like terms, just add a bit of this and … Continue reading →

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