Rice/Pasta/Grains

Homemade “Clif Bars”

Posted February 4th, 2010

Lower in sugar than the original Clif Bars, this healthy recipe leaves plenty of room for variation depending on tastes, allergies and whatever you may have in the pantry.

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Homemade "Clif Bars"

Cold Sesame Noodles

Posted January 21st, 2010

I tasted these delicious noodles at the Ancram Angel Christmas Party.  It was a potluck so I had no idea who had made them.  After some investigating, I found out Adrienne Citrin (a great Hammertown customer and friend) was the chef in question.  When she told me how easy they were to make AND that ...

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Cold Sesame Noodles

Homemade Granola

Posted January 14th, 2010

Here’s another great recipe from Rosey. Love it!! It’s healthy and delicious but keep your portions small. I eat it with Greek yogurt…yummy!

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Homemade Granola

Two healthy “comfort food” recipes from Gigi’s “Hudson Valley Mediterranean” cookbook

Posted September 24th, 2009

#1 Baked Macaroni and Cheese with Cauliflower and Chard - Laura Pensiero is a master chef, nutritionist, and creator of Gigi’s Hudson Valley (and Hammertown Rhinebeck friend and neighbor). This is one of 150 magnificent recipes she includes in her new cookbook from her famed restaurant, Gigi Trattoria and Gigi Market, in Rhinebeck and Red Hook, respectively.

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Two healthy "comfort food" recipes from Gigi's "Hudson Valley Mediterranean" cookbook

My Favorite Tabouleh

Posted June 24th, 2009

This recipe comes from my archive of recipes from when I lived in the Garden State of New Jersey.   Tabouleh is a Middle-Eastern grain dish that is a refreshing addition to any picnic. Unlike traditional tabouleh, which calls for bulgur or cracked wheat, this version uses couscous. Prepare the night before for best flavor. Ingredients: 1 cup ...

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My Favorite Tabouleh

Orzo with Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions & Spinach

Posted June 18th, 2009

This week’s recipe originates from a new cookbook that just arrived at the stores: “FRESH, 350 Recipes that Celebrate the Season”. It’s delicious and seasonal…use that gorgeous spinach from your own garden!

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Orzo with Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions & Spinach

Mercato’s “Faro Pizzichi Mare e Monti”

Posted April 23rd, 2009

This recipe (Pizzichi Pasta with Sea Scallops) is from our favorite chef, Francesco Buitoni, of Mercato Osteria in Red Hook, NY. I asked him to share a recipe with us and was thrilled when he agreed to do it.

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Mercato's "Faro Pizzichi Mare e Monti"

Pat’s Road Tuscan Risotto

Posted December 16th, 2008

This delicious dish is made with Kuhn Rikon Pressure Cooker available at Hammertown. 1 small/medium onion, finely chopped 1 clove of garlic, minced 1/3 cup of fresh basil, chopped 1/3 cup sundried tomatoes, soaked in water until soft   and chopped 2 links of sweet, Italian Turkey sausage, skinned and crumbled 2 TBL olive oil 1 cup ...

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Pat's Road Tuscan Risotto