tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post246518853180676097..comments2024-02-10T00:21:20.628-08:00Comments on Dandelion Vegan Blog: Fava Bean Risotto w/ Garlic Scape-Mint PestoRosehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02114977921830686539noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post-36940667816754474002010-07-14T14:23:25.641-07:002010-07-14T14:23:25.641-07:00Hi Jenny,
I think mint is great in pestos...you c...Hi Jenny,<br /><br />I think mint is great in pestos...you can add it in with any other combo of herbs...it does tend overpower other flavors, so I recommend adding in a few leaves at a time until you get the level of "mintness" you like. And, thank you for your really kind words. We try to eat lots of veggies, but we tend to eat a lot in general :O...so the veggies just come along for the ride :)<br /><br />I really like your blog too, and find it so inspiring that you are raising your kids vegan! I've linked to your blog...and have been following it for the last week or so...I'll be commenting soon!Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02114977921830686539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post-60826875412607391782010-07-14T13:33:16.492-07:002010-07-14T13:33:16.492-07:00I just used mint for the very first time last nigh...I just used mint for the very first time last night...for a smoothie recipe. I have some leftover; maybe I'll make a pesto. I love how you eat so much green food. That's very inspiring. I mean, we eat a lot of green food, but it just looks so pretty on your blog. (Your pizza below looks yummy, too.)Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11320336368732794711noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post-18790904962009122462010-07-10T18:52:07.523-07:002010-07-10T18:52:07.523-07:00Mangocheeks,
Hi! Somehow, you snuck in without me...Mangocheeks,<br /><br />Hi! Somehow, you snuck in without me seeing you! Now that I've grown them myself, I agree that homegrown are more delicious and fun...:)Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02114977921830686539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post-50090478173795087292010-07-09T20:38:00.304-07:002010-07-09T20:38:00.304-07:00Hey Carissa,
I used about 12 mint leaves...and it...Hey Carissa,<br /><br />I used about 12 mint leaves...and it was fairly minty...and I agree, mint does overpower other flavors pretty quickly in general, so maybe just add a few leaves (3-4?). I didn't use basil in this particular instance, but it would have been good instead of the mint or in addition to it. I follow you... I'm only in the mood for mint at certain times; when it sounds good, I use it; if not other herb of choice goes in.Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02114977921830686539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post-83729860442285630742010-07-09T19:33:12.376-07:002010-07-09T19:33:12.376-07:00Rose- I just stopped by here again, to make sure I...Rose- I just stopped by here again, to make sure I didn't miss an update. Question: Which ingredient is stronger in this pesto The mint or the basil? I really want to make it, but I would prefer it not be super mint overpowering.Carissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05806025685840332120noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post-20480748359366823192010-07-07T06:53:20.913-07:002010-07-07T06:53:20.913-07:00Absolutely beautiful on the plate and I have no do...Absolutely beautiful on the plate and I have no doubt it tasted wonderful too.<br /><br />Fresh (and home-grown) favas or broad beans as we call them in the U.K, are so much more delicious to eat. The flavour is so different to frozen which is not so pleasant at all.Shaheenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03602971207085826708noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post-91846997090199826262010-07-06T20:35:20.753-07:002010-07-06T20:35:20.753-07:00Zoa,
Well, the scapes were from the Farmers' ...Zoa,<br /><br />Well, the scapes were from the Farmers' market, but if you grow your own hardneck garlic...scapes could be yours next summer. :) Favas turned out easy to grow, this year at least. <br /><br />BlessedMama,<br /><br />I think favas lend themselves to risotto...much like peas. I hope your next attempt with favas is more to your liking! I mean, they're sort of an average vegetable...just seem special because they're not readily available in the store most of the year. <br /><br />Hope the summer is treating you both well!Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02114977921830686539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post-91687642822755538172010-07-06T19:50:57.790-07:002010-07-06T19:50:57.790-07:00Well, now there's a nice idea for fava beans! ...Well, now there's a nice idea for fava beans! Remember my attempt several weeks ago that I shared with you? This sounds like a nice subtle dish. As usual, cool shots with the cam as well.blessedmamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09281648597707759434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post-46139189336803185822010-07-06T17:50:36.708-07:002010-07-06T17:50:36.708-07:00Sigh...your own fava beans and scapes too. I'...Sigh...your own fava beans and scapes too. I've never even been in the same room as a scape. It's nice to see your fava experiments turned out so well, and your risotto looks delicious. Trippy photo of the favas, as well. I'll have to try that effect...ahem, that's to say I would if there were any beans around here...Zoahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10557356294473311104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post-19123931654655192672010-07-06T11:47:28.901-07:002010-07-06T11:47:28.901-07:00Just a note: the comments moderation on Blogger is...Just a note: the comments moderation on Blogger is glitchy today (July 6)...so if you've posted a comment and it doesn't publish...please know that I did try to publish it! I've been seeing many other bloggers having similar complaints today. :)Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02114977921830686539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post-4661191968338222242010-07-06T11:23:07.684-07:002010-07-06T11:23:07.684-07:00Thanks Carissa,
Mint and basil do go well togethe...Thanks Carissa,<br /><br />Mint and basil do go well together...can't wait to see your version.<br /><br />Thanks Stacy! :)<br /><br />Hi Ali,<br /><br />The favas are a fun crop. I'm sure anyone could grow them provided you have enough space. Hope you had a great a weekend too!<br /><br />Shen,<br /><br />Now that's an idea...but at the moment the entire menu would have to consist of fava beans, lettuce, and a few spring onions...I'd have to get pretty creative...if only, then I could quit my jobby job.<br /><br />Hi Andrea,<br /><br />I've never grown them before, but the favas were an easy crop...they basically just took care of themselves. When all the beans are harvested, I'll cut the stalks down and turn them into the soil as a green manure. Sounds like a heartless thing to do to the poor plants after they provide their lovely beans, but by that time they will naturally die back anyway.<br /><br />Hi Janet,<br /><br />I agree, it is wonderful to cook with food from the garden. You should try favas...I think they are a lot like peas or green chickpeas in terms of flavor.Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02114977921830686539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post-21619587069678691442010-07-06T10:59:08.302-07:002010-07-06T10:59:08.302-07:00That is an absolutely gorgeous dish! I have still ...That is an absolutely gorgeous dish! I have still not had favas, I don't know why. It's wonderful to eat the food you grow yourself, isn't it!janethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09674219866233495307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post-27475781345710518532010-07-06T06:46:14.279-07:002010-07-06T06:46:14.279-07:00I'm impressed that you grew your own fava bean...I'm impressed that you grew your own fava beans! The risotto and pesto sound delicious, though I wouldn't have thought to combine garlic and mint!Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16146578985330272891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post-59123800629203614652010-07-06T06:43:23.988-07:002010-07-06T06:43:23.988-07:00Dining in your garden is probably better than any ...Dining in your garden is probably better than any fine restaurant. Maybe you should open to the public?Vegan In The VIhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05987192418948736625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post-10546921695489179352010-07-06T04:38:29.261-07:002010-07-06T04:38:29.261-07:00Yay for cooking your own favas. I am so jealous. ...Yay for cooking your own favas. I am so jealous. ;-) Your risotto looks delicious, you know I love garlic scape pesto. <br /><br />I hope you had a great long weekend,<br />AliVegan Epicureanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08203676819322299569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post-91788303414888285612010-07-06T04:03:51.074-07:002010-07-06T04:03:51.074-07:00This looks beautiful AND delicious!This looks beautiful AND delicious!Stacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02479890606942732494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3183702312843067949.post-49912487125714688192010-07-05T22:40:20.058-07:002010-07-05T22:40:20.058-07:00Looks great! I was actually planning on making som...Looks great! I was actually planning on making some mint/basil pesto soon!Carissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05806025685840332120noreply@blogger.com