Category: Lunch

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LA Hippie Nachos

LA Hippie Nachos| Bijouxs Little Jewels

These nachos are special, they are LA Hippie Nachos. Lots of little nudges make regular nachos special, Hippie Nachos No 619 from Bijouxs Little Jewels Collection.

HIPPIE NACHOS

So, what are Hippie Nachos you say? I came across this recipe online here, and had to make them. They really are such a step-up from standard nachos, yet remain true to the classic.

THE RECIPE

Who does not love nachos?? I have made them many ways over the years but discovered Hippie Nachos a recipe from artist Louesa Robuck. I met Louesa right after I moved to Ventura, a chance encounter and a friend and I went out to view her Monotype paintings in her studio. That was how the connection began. Her beautiful book Foraged Flora had just come out and she gifted me a copy! So, over the years I have attended her work shops Punk Ikebana, it was great. She truly is a talent.

ALL ABOUT THE BEANS

I think the key to this recipe is the amping-up of seasoning of the refried beans that make these nachos so special. Do not skip this step in the recipe. It’s an easy fix and really makes a difference. Once you prepare the beans you can assemble the nachos and broil to cheesy brown delights. The Have’a Corn Chips are also special, available in many markets.  

LA Hippie Nachos | Bijouxs Little Jewels

 

Serve the nachos right out of the skillet while still warm.

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Squash Blossom Frittata

Squash Blossom Frittata | Bijouxs Little Jewels

Beautiful squash blossoms adorn this end of the season simple frittata recipe- No.618 Squash Blossom Frittata in the Membership Collection.

BEAUTIFUL FOOD IN OUR KITCHENS

It’s easy to see the everyday beauty right here in our own kitchens. Just looking at these lovely fragile squash blossoms brings the beauty of nature right before our eyes. A simple walk out to the garden brought forth these blossoms.
Squash Blossom Frittata | Bijouxs Little Jewels

ALONG THE COAST

This year the weather by the beach has been filled with lots of foggy days, often not clearing until late afternoon, to that end my squash bloom crop was small and a one time event towards the end of the season. The zucchini were small, not a vibrant year. I had to supplement my squash blossoms with some from the famers market to have enough for the recipe.

FRITTATA

Frittatas are one of my favorite breakfast/brunch recipes in the kitchen. This Italian little jewel is so easy and so adaptable. Make it your own and add in your favorite vegetables, cooked bacon or sausage, fresh herbs and cheese-use your breakfast favorites. I posted a recipe for a Green Tomato Frittata, a perfect way to use up the unripe tomatoes that show up at the end of the season.
Squash Blossom Frittata | Bijouxs Little Jewels

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Kale, Feta and Dill Salad

Kale, Feta and Dill Salad | Bijouxs Little Jewels

Simple, fresh ingredients are what make this salad a bright addition to your table, No.614 Kale, Feta and Dill Salad from the Membership Collection.I know a kale salad, bla-bla, but not this one is anything but boring with its super-fresh lemony kick with salty-creamy feta and bright fresh herbs.

LOVE LEMON & OLIVE OIL

As if I needed another cookbook, this image is just a small representation of my vast cookbook collection. This recipe is from Lemon Love and Olive Oil from Mina Stone. I love the Greek influence in the recipes. The ingredients meld perfect with my SoCal roots. A beautiful book to add to your library.

Kale, Feta and Dill Salad | Bijouxs Little Jewels

LACINATO KALE

The kale of choice for this recipe is Italian Lacinato Kale, the chlorophyl-dense dark green leaves are a perfect foil for the fresh lemon, creamy feta cheese and crunch from toasted pumpkin seeds. It also goes by the name Dinosaur Kale due the rough texture of the leaves.

KALE SALAD

Yes, we do need another kale salad, so do not pass on this one. I have adapted this salad from the new Mina Stone cookbook. As you can see this simple salad is bursting with fresh flavor, the perfect weekday lunch or dinner side salad. No boring salads here.

Kale, Feta and Dill Salad | Bijouxs Little Jewels

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Kale, Feta and Dill Salad | Bijouxs Little Jewels

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Apple and Pear Slaw with Hazelnuts and Blue Cheese

Apple and Pear Slaw with Hazelnuts and Blue Cheese | Bijouxs Little Jewels

Welcome Fall flavors with Apple and Pear Slaw with Hazelnuts + Blue Cheese-No. 611 in the Collection Membership, join here.

WELCOME FALL

I’m ready for Fall, it has been a long hot summer, even here along the Southern California coast. The flavors in this salad just scream of fall, but still bring a fresh, crispness to the late summer kitchen. The still summer-like weather keeps us craving cool and crunchy dishes.

This salad combines favorites of sweet pears and apples, shredded cabbage and radicchio with creamy Roquefort cheese and toasted hazelnuts. Yummy!

Apple and Pear Slaw with Hazelnuts and Blue Cheese | Bijouxs Little Jewels

Apple and Pear Slaw with Hazelnuts and Blue Cheese | Bijouxs Little Jewels

LOST KITCHEN

This recipe has been slightly adapted from the LOST KITCHEN via Wall Street Journal. If you are not familiar with Erin French and the lost kitchen her cookbook, check it out, a great story and recipes.

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Melon Salad with Nectarines, Tomatoes and Basil

Melon Salad with Nectarines, Tomatoes and Basil | Bijouxs Little Jewels

Layers of juicy melon with sweet nectarines, tomatoes and pecorino cheese are dressed with light lemon juice along with with capers and spice of red chile flakes–Melon Salad with Nectarines, Tomatoes and Basil No.610 in the Recipe Membership Collection.

SUMMER SALADS

Grab the best selections from summer’s bounty of fruits for summer salads. This Melon Salad with Nectarines, Tomatoes and Basil has quickly become a summer favorite. 

MELON SALAD  WITH NECTARINE, TOMATOES AND BASIL

Melon Salad with Nectarines, Tomatoes and Basil | Bijouxs Little Jewels

Sweet fruit combined with salty tomatoes and percorino cheese make a delightful salad combination. For this recipe use the best fruit you can find, ripe melon, nectarines, and cherry tomatoes. Each ingredient is dressed individually with just lemon juice a couple capers and red pepper flakes. Top the salad with shaved pecorino cheese and fresh basil leaves. Bella!

Beautiful and fresh summer salad Melon Salad with Nectarine, Tomatoes and Basil No. 610 from the Membership Collection.

 

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