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Roasted Pumpkin Thai Soup

2 small pie pumpkins (approx 6 – 6 ½ lbs), roasted*

Roasted Pumpkin Thai Soup

2 tablespoons coconut oil

1 small onion, finely chopped

1 shallot, finely chopped

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1 tablespoon ginger, finely chopped

2 tablespoons lemongrass, finely chopped
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 cans of coconut milk (14oz each)
2 tablespoons red curry paste

3 – 4 cups water
freshly [...]

Pump it Up with Pumpkin!

Pumpkins show up at the markets some time in September and sometimes to March. When picking one out, look for one that is firm, free from blemishes or soft spots and has some weight. I generally find them about 3 lbs, give or take a few ounces. [...]

Du’in it Local

Farmer's Market, Union Square in NYC

The benefits of buying local produce are numerous.  The most important – helping to support local farms and bring fresh, in season produce to your table.  Nothing beats being able to speak to the folks that actually grow your food.  Not only can you ask about their growing methods but [...]