Cooking Style: Stovetop
Chef Austin Bartold’s Wild Rice Pilaf
PrintChef Austin Bartold’s Wild Rice PilafAuthor Austin Bartold One of Minnesota’s tastiest local ingredients, wild rice is the perfect side dish for all your regional favorites, from pan-fried walleye to hot dish. This pilaf was crafted by local chef Austin Bartold and is the ideal companion to his Bison Ribeye Steaks. Ingredients1 cup wild rice¼ … Continued
Miso Cauliflower Steaks
PrintMiso Cauliflower Steaks There’s a reason people love cauliflower: Not only is it full of fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, it’s a versatile base for absorbing the flavors you’re craving. This recipe starts with a sweet, tangy, slightly spicy marinade made from miso that adds the perfect touch of umami. Ingredients2½ pounds of cauliflower (roughly 2 … Continued
Charred Green Beans with Celery Root, Corn, and Miso Butter Dressing
PrintCharred Green Beans with Celery Root, Corn, and Miso Butter Dressing Charring these summer veggies gives them a smoky flavor and enticing crunch. With a bit of savory depth from the miso dressing, this dish delivers complexity without overpowering the unique taste of each individual vegetable. Serve as a side or pair with toasted baguette … Continued
Grilled Cod with Indian-Inspired Grilled Veggies
PrintGrilled Cod with Indian-Inspired Grilled Veggies What better way to savor summer evenings than cooking outside? Grilling gives this fish and veggie combo a smoky flavor and tantalizing char. IngredientsFor the raita1 cup yogurt2 Tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped1 Tablespoon fresh mint, minced2 Persian or English cucumbers, shredded1 clove garlic, mashed to a paste½ teaspoon ground … Continued
Springthyme Grain Bowl
PrintSpringthyme Grain BowlYield 4 servings This fresh, colorful dish starts with our base recipe for chickpeas and farro. Spring favorites like asparagus and peas give it seasonal appeal and the lemony thyme dressing binds it all together with a zesty zing. IngredientsFor the grain bowl:2 beets (any color), sliced paper thin1 bunch asparagus, trimmed2 Tablespoons … Continued
Crostini with Beef and Chimichurri Sauce
PrintCrostini with Beef and Chimichurri SauceYield 12-14 crostini Finger food doesn’t get much better than this! Mouth-watering local steak, thinly sliced and topped with a creamy, herby, garlicky sauce, is served atop crunchy, toasted baguette slices for an appetizer that’s effortlessly indulgent and delectable. Ingredients1 lb. Peterson flank, sirloin, or tenderloin steak½ teaspoon kosher salt½ … Continued
Creamy Polenta with Mushrooms
PrintCreamy Polenta with MushroomsYield 4 servings This warming polenta dish is packed with local flavors like R&R Cultivation mushrooms and Superior Fresh Greens, plus herbs and coconut aminos that amp up the umami. IngredientsFor the polenta:3 cups water teaspoon kosher salt1 cup corn grits/polenta2 Tablespoons butter3 oz. grated Parmesan cheese (about 2 cups), plus extra for … Continued
Spring Udon Bowl
PrintSpring Udon Bowl Here in the Upper Midwest, spring starts out chilly. This hearty noodle bowl packs some heat to keep you warm until the weather turns. Full of nourishing local ingredients and sense-tingling seasonal flavors, you won’t want to stop at one bowl. Ingredients1 lb. boneless skinless chicken thighs, sliced in bite-sized pieces2 … Continued
Curried Lentils
PrintCurried Lentils Ingredients1 cup dried lentils3 cups water or stock ½ teaspoon kosher salt1 teaspoon whole coriander seed, cracked (see note)1 teaspoon red chili flakes1 teaspoon black mustard seeds1 teaspoon turmeric2 teaspoons Garam masala4 Tablespoons coconut oil (or another neutral flavored oil)1 yellow onion, thinly slicedPinch of salt4 garlic cloves, minced1-1½” knob of fresh ginger, peeled … Continued