Discover a simple, chef-inspired trick for making the fluffiest, most flavorful sweet potatoes: freeze them before roasting. This unexpected method boosts caramelization and creates an unbelievably light, tender texture perfect for holiday cooking (or snacking straight from the skin).
This vegan recipe highlights local, seasonal ingredients for a deliciously fresh and vibrant dish. Tender Maine-grown acorn squash is filled with wild rice, sweet raisins, apricots, fresh herbs, and crunchy pistachios, all enhanced with a touch of bright orange zest. Perfect for gatherings, this dish brings a taste…
Crispy Potato PavéThe perfect meat companion for your holiday table. Rich, deeply savory, and undeniably elegant, potato pavé is a stunning upgrade from traditional mashed potatoes. Thin layers of potatoes are baked low and slow, pressed overnight, and then seared until crisp and golden. The result is a…
Ingredients: 4 medium potatoes, peeled 1 white onion, peeled and quartered 2 large eggs ⅓ cup all-purpose flour 2 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper Graza Olive Oil “Sizzle” (for frying) Instructions: Prep Time: 1 hour Cook Time: 1 hour Serves: 4 Prepare Potatoes and Onion: Grate the…
Homemade Applesauce Ingredients 6 lbs apples, peeled, cored, and sliced into eighths 1 cup apple juice or apple cider Juice of 1 lemon 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon (adjust to taste) Optional: Nutmeg, maple syrup, allspice, butter, to taste Directions Combine Ingredients: Place all ingredients…
A favorite of our very own Erin Lynch, these carrots are a simple yet flavorful side perfect for Thanksgiving. Made with Maine’s Tree of Life maple syrup and Olive Harvest olive oil, this dish brings local ingredients to the forefront. Carrots are pan-seared until golden, then roasted to…
Serves 6-8Prep Time 15 minCook Time 30-40 min Ingredients 2 lbs baby potatoes (Yukon Gold or red work great) Olive oil Salt & pepper 1 bunch local scallions, finely chopped (separate white/light green and dark green tops) ½ cup sour cream or crème fraîche Zest of 1 lemon…
A fresh, no-fuss spring side that lets seasonal ingredients shine—tender asparagus, sweet blistered tomatoes, and a generous shower of Parmesan.
Serves: 6 as a side Ingredients 6 ears of fresh corn, husked 4 oz Winter Hill feta cheese, crumbled 1 jalapeño pepper, small dice (remove seeds for less heat, keep for more kick) 1/4 cup + 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar…
Serves: 4-6 as an appetizer Ingredients 4 cups watermelon, diced small (seedless or remove seeds) 1 small cucumber, diced small 1/4 small red onion, finely minced 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced (leave seeds if you want more heat) Zest of 1 lime Juice of 2 limes 1…