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June 1, 2016

Einkorn Popovers with Yogurt and Rhubarb Raspberry Compote

Although the school year is winding down to an end, it seems that the days are still as full as ever. When I’m tempted to feel overwhelmed, I take a break from experimenting in the kitchen and gravitate towards making what is familiar and comforting. Popovers make a regular appearance on our table; they require only a few minutes of prep and yet they always seem to make a meal extra special. The outsides are crisp, the insides are soft and egg-y, and they grandly puff up so irresistibly. I recently discovered the wonders of einkorn flour, a highly nutritious ancient grain flour which is high in protein and is more easily digested than many alternative types of flour. I find that it lends a subtle sweetness to the popovers while also keeping the texture light. Of all the flours I’ve tried in popovers (various combinations of all-purpose, whole wheat pastry, white whole wheat, and spelt), this einkorn version has become my favorite.

May 18, 2016

Pulled Pork Rice Bowls with Sriracha Tahini Dressing

The best recipe for pulled pork that I’ve come across is from David Chang’s Momofuku. It’s simple, uncomplicated, and results in meat with a clean flavor which is versatile enough to be used in raman, sandwiches, tacos, and rice bowls of all sorts. A long and slow roast yields meat that’s crisp on the outside and juicy and tender on the inside. Most recently I served it alongside some garlic-sauteed greens, fresh corn, pickled red onions and jalepenos, and a drizzle of sriracha tahini dressing. The dressing is creamy, a bit tangy, and has just the right amount of heat to keep it interesting. I like using this dressing for kale salads as well, and it also works as a dip for crudités. Note that the pork requires an overnight refrigeration and about six hours in the oven, so plan ahead accordingly, but there is very little hands-on time so don’t let that scare you off. There will be quite a bit of pork leftover if you make the amount specified in the recipe, which means you’ll have easy dinners for the rest of the week.

May 6, 2016

Lavender Lemon Spelt Scones with Honeyed Lemon Ricotta

Each school morning we begin with a full hour of reading as I’ve found it’s been quite a pleasant and sweet way to begin our school time together. We curl up on the couch, sip tea, and immerse ourselves in piles of books. On one of the days during this past week, I thought it would be fun to do something a little extra-special- a simple breakfast and reading time in bed. My daughter was completely delighted. We took turns reading to each other as we ate our scones and sipped our tea. During this season of homeschooling, I’ve prioritized our reading time together with hopes that it will rekindle her love for books and her curiosity to learn. It’s in these small ways that I hope to make reading and learning a positive and joyful experience for her. We’ve already noticed small changes- she now reads on her own again, the lists of books she wants from the library are getting longer, and she is always excited to begin the school day because of these shared times of reading. We are thankful.