Smoky Paprika and Truffle Salt

We have been getting lots of beautiful kale in our CSA box lately and my new favorite way to eat it is with paprika and truffle salt. I pile up chopped pieces of kale on a baking sheet and roast it quickly at a high temperature. You’ll know it’s done when it’s just slightly wilted and bright green with crispy, charred edges. I often eat an entire bunch for lunch because it’s so quick to make! I’ve tried it with both curly kale and lacinato (flat leaf) kale. I’ve noticed that roasted kale has a tendency to taste really salty, even when it’s lightly salted, so go easy on the truffle salt and add more later before serving if necessary.

By Erin Gleeson for The Forest Feast

Thyme Necklace

We went to the most beautiful backyard dinner party last night in Palo Alto- a rehearsal dinner for our friends who are getting married this weekend. Tables were set up under a big persimmon tree and there was a taco truck! Inspired by a thyme crown I saw on Luisa Brimble’s gorgeous Instagram feed, I made a fresh thyme necklace, simply by tying sprigs together with thread, then wrapping the ends with twine. I garnished the necklace with some succulent flowers (which do well out of water). The savory aroma around my neck was subtle and lovely- an herbal perfume. With some leftover thyme, I decorated a  bottle of my favorite Feast wine with dehydrated orange and pomegranate as a little gift for the hosts.

Happy weekend!

xx Erin

Lemon Ricotta Crostini

We had a deck party last weekend and I made a batch of these Lemon Ricotta Crostini- they were a hit! And they were sooooo easy to make. Just slice and toast a baguette, and top the slices with ricotta, a drizzle of honey and a pinch of freshly grated lemon zest. Top with a pinch of coarse salt and serve!

By Erin Gleeson for The Forest Feast

Pomegranate Recipes

Pomegranates are here, which means it’s allllllmost Fall! I’m thinking of making Pomegranate Challah, Persimmon Salad with Pomegranate Seeds, or a Pom Cocktail. Cheers!

By Erin Gleeson for The Forest Feast

Roasted Broccoli with Feta & Chickpeas

Roasted Broccoli with Feta & Chickpeas! A super easy side that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner (or lunch!), or for entertaining because it can be made ahead and is great at room temperature. Click on over to see my full post and the detailed recipe on the Better Homes & Gardens blog.