Potatoes and salt are a true match made in heaven. They're are one of those old-school staples (like rice, bread) that I think we forget about when there’s now quinoa, millet, amaranth, etc. There’s a million starches to choose from, but potatoes & root vegetables will always be beloved in my household.
Although fries are my true weakness, potatoes don’t have to unhealthy to be good. This salt-crusted potato recipe is the perfect holiday side that has a little more interest than your average sweet potato mash. The skin is not only the most nutritional part of the potato, but in this recipe, gets perfectly crusted with salted texture. Once you cook potatoes this way, you'll never go back.
SALT-CRUSTED POTATOES WITH ROSEMARY, FENNEL & GARLIC (Serves 2-4) Gluten-free, Vegan
- 2lbs. yukon gold or fingerling potatoes
- 3 heaping tablespoons sea salt
- 1 small bunch of rosemary
- 6 garlic cloves
- 1 lemon, zest and a squeeze of juice
- 3 tablespoons chopped fennel fronds
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Freshly ground pepper, to taste
In a large, wide saucepan, add potatoes in an even layer. Add enough water just to cover potatoes fully. Stir in sea salt, rosemary and 3 whole garlic cloves. Bring mixture to a boil, then continue to cook at a roiling boil until all water absorbs.
While potatoes are cooking, make the dressing: add 3 minced garlic cloves, lemon zest, fennel fronds and olive oil to a small mixing bowl. Stir until well combined & set aside.
Once all water has evaporated, let potatoes cool for 10 minutes. Rinse potatoes and pat dry, or just rub off any excess salt. Add to a large serving platter and drizzle dressing over top. Season with freshly ground pepper & serve immediately.
HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2015 & A GIVEAWAY!
The holidays are about giving (and endless edible indulgences, obviously). I have many people to shop for every year given my large, blended family, so I'm always on the hunt for cute, creative gift ideas (especially ones that are beautiful). I've shared some of my favorites below as well as two amazing giveaways from Zwilling JA Henckels and Hatchery! Details below ;)
A HOLIDAY GIVEAWAY!
Hatchery is an amazing online marketplace & monthly subscription service featuring all the small & wonderful artisanal brands across the country. Each month you can receive samples of everything ranging from cardamom almond butter to homemade sriracha and smoked sea salt (all great). They are giving away this SWEETS Holiday Bundle to one lucky reader.
TO ENTER: Please follow @sassykitchen & @hatchery on instagram & comment below to win this gift! You can also receive your first tasting box for $10 if you use the code SASSYKITCHEN (!)
Winners will be picked on December 9th! Giveaways are limited to US & Canadian residents only.
My first "big purchase" chefs knife was the 8-in from Zwilling and it still feels the best and most comfortable in my hand. Now, I have probably about 15 of their knives (at least, scary) and love them all equally. The best thing about Zwilling is they make SO many different knives and each has its own amazing qualities. Like this one, which has weirdly become one of my most used knives. I love the length and the serrated is super sharp and allowing for some real precision.
TO ENTER: Please follow @sassykitchen & @zwilling_usa on instagram & comment below to win this impeccable knife!
Winners will be picked on December 9th! Giveaways are limited to US & Canadian residents only.
*GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED!*
WINNERS HAVE BEEN CHOSEN & CONTACTED.
THANK YOU FOR ENTERING & HAPPY HOLIDAYS ;) XO
HENRY STREET STUDIO | WINTER SALE
I've written about Henry Street Studio before, and have been a huge fan of their work for years. Aliza Simons and I have collaborated creatively countless times, which I never ever tire of. Besides being a friend, Aliza is an incredibly talented artist on all fronts. Her complete dedication to making the most beautiful things leaves me in constant awe. I’ve seen her hundreds of glaze tests organized neatly in her small, but perfect studio space. She spends countless hours in the studio (precisely) building these pieces with her bare hands. Before Aliza, I knew and loved ceramics well, but only after seeing behind the scenes have I grown to really appreciate the craft.
She is having a huge in-person sale this Friday & Saturday at Prop Workshop. There will be tons of beautiful ceramics there for purchase - for gifts, the home, to enjoy. Please consider stopping by ;) Details below!
*If you're outside of NYC, they will be having an online sale NOVEMBER 8th! Stay tuned via their Instagram.