Easy Egg Drop Soup

Easy Egg Drop Soup

I made this for breakfast this morning because it was quite chilly in Kula. My kids LOVED it and begged for seconds. I reasoned that since it has eggs it could be breakfast. I’m sure you could add any number of veggies to this. You could also add cooked rice, noodles, or quinoa. 8 cups… [Continue Reading]

Sweet Potato Haupia Squares

Sweet Potato Haupia Squares Crust: Combine 1-1/2 C flour with 4 T sugar Cut in 1-1/2 block butter Press in 9×13 pan Bake 325 degrees for 20-25 minutes   Filling: Mix 8 T butter with 1 C sugar Add 2 beaten eggs Gradually mix in 2 C cooked and mashed sweet potato (purple) Add ½… [Continue Reading]

Spicy Grilled Sweet Potatoes

4 medium sweet potatoes (about 3 pounds), scrubbed well 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup olive oil Cover potatoes with cold salted water in a large pot, then bring to a boil. Simmer until slightly… [Continue Reading]

Coconut Curried Carrot Soup

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1 tablespoon olive oil 4 tablespoons butter 1 medium onion , chopped 4 ribs celery , chopped 3 cloves garlic , chopped 2 pounds carrots , scrubbed but unpeeled, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds 2 medium potatoes, scrubbed and peeled, cubed 2 cups cooked garbanzo beans 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root,… [Continue Reading]

Broccoli Potato Soup

Broccoli Potato Soup

I love soups!  I especially love ones that get blended and mask all those veggies that my kids don’t want to eat.  This recipe is just a base so throw in what you have on hand. 2 medium Kula onions, sliced 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 tablespoons olive oil 2-4 oz. Canadian Bacon or… [Continue Reading]

Ginger Cookies

Ginger Cookies

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger 3/4 cup butter, softened 1 cup white sugar 1/4 cup molasses 1 egg 1 cup white sugar In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat ginger, butter, and 1 cup sugar… [Continue Reading]

Caprese on a Stick

Caprese on a stick

1 Cup Balsamic Vinegar 12 Cherry Tomatoes 6 Basil Leaves, halved 12 Pearl or bite-sized Bocconcini (mozzarella balls) 12 Toothpicks In small sauce pan, over low heat simmer balsamic vinegar until it is reduced by half and is thick, sweet & syrupy. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside. Thread 1 Tomato, 1/2 Basil leaf and 1… [Continue Reading]

Kula Corn and Avocado Salsa

Kula Corn & Avocado Salsa

This recipe is a favorite in my house served with fish tacos, chicken quesadillas, or just plain ol’ corn chips!  Some variations include adding rinsed and drained black beans, fresh jalapeno peppers, and pan frying the corn kernels in a little olive oil instead of boiling the corn first. Enjoy! 3 ears fresh corn, husks… [Continue Reading]

Greek Salad Sandwiches

These are refreshing Summer sandwiches.  Perfect for lunch or dinner!  I sometimes add baby spinach to0! 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1 1/4 cups chopped seeded plum or cherry tomatoes 1 cup diced seeded peeled cucumber 1 cup chopped green bell pepper 2/3 cup chopped red onion 1/2 cup chopped… [Continue Reading]

Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

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*4 TBSP Vegetable Oil *1 lb Sirloin Steak, sliced into 1/4″ strips *1/2 Cup Sweet Onion, chopped *1 Garlic Clove, minced *1/2 lb Broccoli, cut into florets *1 Cup Mushrooms, sliced *1/2 Cup Beef Stock *1 Cup Water *2 TBSP Soy Sauce *1 TBSP Cornstarch In frying pan. heat 2 TBSP oil and stir-fry meat… [Continue Reading]