The 420 Gourmet: The Elevated Art of Cannabis Cuisine
Transcript of The 420 Gourmet: The Elevated Art of Cannabis Cuisine
DedicationTHISBOOKISDEDICATEDTOeachmedicalmarijuanapatientnowabletobenefitfromthelegalizationofmedicalcannabis,tothestatelawmakerswhoarechangingthelawstoallowpeopletomedicatewiththisincredibleherb,andtoall thosewhohelpedpave thepath thatwearenowonwithblood,sweat,andprisontime.
Also to my three incredible sons, Matt, Jared, and Zach, who haveencouragedandsupportedmefromthemomentIdreamedupthiswhackyideaofbecomingacannabischef.Andtomyparents,whoweregraciousenoughtotakemebackinasa“starvingauthor”inL.A.afterIletgoofeverythinginNewYorktobringJeffThe420Cheftolife.Icouldnothavedoneanyofthiswithoutyouallbymyside.
Thisisnotyourmother’scookbook!
ContentsDEDICATION
PREFACE
Part1:HighlightingCannabisINTRODUCTION
UNDERSTANDINGCANNABIS
POPULARSTRAINS&EFFECTS
THEARTOFCOOKINGWITHCANNABIS
HOWTOUSETHISCOOKBOOK
Part2:RecipesCHAPTERNO.1
Butters&OilsCHAPTERNO.2
Sauces&DipsCHAPTERNO.3
Breakfast&BrunchCHAPTERNO.4
SmallPlates&AppetizersCHAPTERNO.5
Soups,Salads&Sides
CHAPTERNO.6
VegetarianMainsCHAPTERNO.7
Meat&FishMainsCHAPTERNO.8
Pastas&BreadsCHAPTERNO.9
Sweets&SnacksCHAPTERNO.10
Entertaining&Gourmet
METRICCONVERSIONCHART
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
ABOUTTHEAUTHOR
CONTRIBUTORS
RESOURCES
INDEX
CREDITS
COPYRIGHT
ABOUTTHEPUBLISHER
Preface
FROM AS EARLY as I can remember, I have loved cooking andbaking. When I was six (and just learning to read), my favoritebirthdaypresentwasakids’cookbook.Ilearnedhowtomakeallthebasics, like cinnamon toast and English muffin pizza. And I alsolearned that the quickest way to make people feel good is to cooksomethingdeliciousandshareitwiththem.Likeanyprecociouslittleboy, I got intomy share of trouble.All I had to do tomake thingsbetterwasheadtothekitchenandmakesomethingyummytoshare,andallwasforgotten.
WhileIhavealwaysbeeninterestedinfoodandcooking,itwasn’tuntil2012thatIbegantoincorporatecannabisintomyrecipes.Atthetime, a friend’smotherwas being treated for cancer, and she had amedical marijuana prescription to help with her pain and nausea.Aroundthesametime,IstumbleduponaninterviewwithDr.RaphaelMechoulam—an Israeli organic chemist and professor of medicinalchemistryat theHebrewUniversityofJerusaleminIsrael—whohasbeenattheforefrontofcannabisresearchformanydecades.Throughthisinterview,Ifoundoutaboutthemedicinalcompoundincannabiscalled cannabidiol (CBD) that helps with numerous health issues,especially when combinedwith a low dose of tetrahydrocannabinol(THC).
On the basis of that knowledge, I decided to start making edibles for myfriend’s mother that were different from the average edibles that were beingsold.At that time,you’dbuyanedible inadispensaryandhavenocluewhatyouweregetting(andyoustilldon’talwaysknow).Wasitasativaoranindicastrain? What was the percentage of THC? Did it contain the medicinalcompoundCBD?Noonereallyknew.DispensariesatthatpointweregenerallysellingediblesthatwereheavyontheTHC,whichdidn’treallyhelpmyfriend’smother at all; they just made her feel loopy, which is not what she wanted.Instead,sheneededediblesmadefromstrainswithmoreCBD,inadditiontotheTHC—andthat’swhatIwasabletoprovide.
A close friendwas suffering from fibromyalgia and debilitating PMS that
involved joint pain andheadaches around the same time.She complained thatalthoughshehadamedicalmarijuana recommendation, shedidn’t smoke,andtheediblessheboughtdidn’thelphereither—theyjustgotherhigh.ThemoreIresearched, the more I learned about certain strains, like Cannatonic andHarlequin,thatcouldreallyhelpwiththeseandotherphysicalailments.IfiguredifIcouldlearnhowtoproperlydosemyedibleswiththerightCBD:THCratio,Icould help people feel even better. I decided to cook a few disheswith high-CBD strains in the hope that the benefits of cannabis would help ease hersuffering—and it worked. I was starting to see, firsthand, the incrediblemedicinalpowerofcookingwithcannabis.
Another friend suffering fromchronicmigrainesandpainaftermajorkneesurgeryaskedme tomakeheracakewithanewstrainofGod’sBlueberry, ahigh-CBD strain that she had gotten from a local dispensary. By then, I wascookingforseveralpeoplewithmedicalmarijuanarecommendations.Shecalledmethenextdayshouting,“Ihavenopain!Pleaseteachmehowtodothisonmyown.” I did, and I havebeen teachingpeoplehow to cookwith cannabis eversince.
After these early forays, I became obsessed with learning more aboutcannabis and how it can actually help people suffering from a multitude ofailments. Like many people, I had already known about THC, the mainpsychoactivecompoundofcannabis.ButIlearnedthatCBDistheunsungheroof cannabis; this non-psychoactive ingredient is proved to be the powerfulmedicinal compound in the plant. And I learned about the entourage effect,which is the interaction of themanyhealing compoundswithin each cannabisstrainthatallowstheplanttohelpindividualsfacingvariousmedicalchallenges.Icallit“medicalmanna.”
Thescienceofcannabisisfairlynew,andit’sanongoinglearningprocess,asnewinformationappearsnearlyeveryweek.MostofwhatIhave learnedisfromthepublishedworksofcannabisscientistssuchastheaforementionedDr.RaphaelMechoulam, thegrandfatherofmedical cannabis researchandwinnerofnumerousawardsforhisdiscoveries.Attheageofeighty-four,hecontinuestoresearchthechemistryofcannabisandhowthechemicalcompounds,knownas cannabinoids, help alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, lower high bloodpressure, strengthen bones, shrink tumors, prevent seizures, promote healing,alleviatemanyofthesideeffectsofchemotherapy,andevenkillcancercells.
According to the American Cancer Society, several clinical studies haveproved that cannabis is helpful in treating nausea and vomiting from cancer
chemotherapy, and that it can help treat pain caused by damaged nerves andappetite.Butmorerecently,scientists reported thatTHCandCBD(alongwithothercannabinoids)canslowthegrowthand/orcausethedeathofcertaintypesofcancercellsinlabtests.Whilemostofthesestudieswerebasedonsmokingcannabis,Dr.Mechoulamandothercannabisresearchersreportthatedibleshelpthe sameway—theyare justmetabolizeddifferently.Themore I learned fromthe research, the more I realized that my desire to help others feel good hadtaken on a new level of meaning and impact when I began cooking withcannabis.Myloveoffoodandcookingcouldnowhelpothersfeelgoodonanentirelydifferentscale.
In the beginning, I prepared only cannabis-infused appetizers and dessertitems.IfocusedoncookingandbakingwithstrainsthatwerehighinCBD,andtheediblesactuallyworked!Wordquicklyspread,whichledtomycookingfullmeals of cannabis-infused foods.Most strains of cannabis that contain a highpercentageofCBDalsohaveafairamountofTHCinthem,whichcausesstrongpsychoactiveeffects.Creatingediblesandfullmealsthatdidn’timpartaheavydoseofTHCwastricky.ThismeantIhadtofocusonlowdosing,whichallowspeopletohaveafullcannabis-infusedmealorahandfulofdelicioushomemadecookies, rather than just a bite or two of a not-so-great-tasting commercialcookie.
Withthisexpansionofoptionsandvariety,theissueofthetastecametotheforefront.Somefolksdolikethecannabistasteintheiredibles,butmostothersdon’t—especiallywhenit’spresentineverycourseofameal.Evenifyouenjoythe taste of cannabis, you probably don’twant everything to taste as if it hascannabisinit.Socreatinggreat-tastingedibles,inwhichthecannabistastewasmuted—or, better yet, nonexistent—became a passion of mine. It took mealmostayearandahalftofigureitout,butin2014,Ifinallydiscoveredhowtocreate “light-tasting” and “virtually tasteless” edibles. Once I mastered low-dosed,great-tastinggourmetedibles,my420mealsandinfusedediblesquicklygained popularity—and I becameone of a select fewprivate chefs to developand cater customgourmet cannabis experiences formedicinal and recreationalusersalike.
Now that I’ve figuredout themain challengesof taste anddosingwhen itcomestocookingwithcannabis, Iamhappytosharesomeofmysecretswithyou.So let’shavesomefunandmakesomeedibles! If there isone thing I’velearned over the last fifty-three years, it’s that the secret to happiness andfulfillment is making others feel good. And what better way to do that than
throughgreatfood—andcannabis!
PART
1HighlightingCannabis
Introduction
WELCOMETOTHE420GOURMET!Thebookyouareholdingisacompilation of everything I have learned so far about cookingwithcannabis,andIamthrilledtobeabletoshareitwithyou.Thegoalofthiscookbookis to informrecreationalandmedicinalcannabisusersalike about how best to approach cooking and baking with thismagicalherb.Theopeningsectionspresentanoverviewofcannabis,alook at some of the more popular strains and their effects, andimportant information on calculations and dosage. Please read thisinformation carefully, as the key to a happy and successful edibleexperience relies on choosing the right strains and knowing how toproperlycalculatethelevelsofCBDandTHCconsumed.
Once you’re ready to get started in the kitchen, I’ll walk youthrough the infusion process so that you can infuse cannabis intobuttersandoils,creatingthecanna-butterandcanna-oil thatserveasthebasis for all ofmyedibles.From there, I presentmore than100differentcannabis-infusedrecipes,allofwhichweredevelopedduringmyfiveyearsofcookingforothersasJeffThe420Chef.Theserecipeswillhopefullybroadenyourediblehorizonsfarbeyondtheideaofpotbrownies. From Canna–Coconut Lime Smoothies to Freaky FishTacos,fromKrazyKale&HempSeedSaladtoFantasyFocaccia,andfrom Buzzed Chickpea Curry to Canna-Apple Roses, there’ssomethingforeveryonehere—andforeverymeal.
InmyworkasJeffThe420Chef, I’maiming tobringedibles toatastier,moreinclusiveplace,andtoaddlegitimacytothelittle-knownbenefits of cooking and baking with cannabis. With the properapproach and dosage, you can enjoy an entire meal of cannabis-infusedfoods,ratherthanjustoneortwobitesofatraditionaledible.Mygoal here is tomakeyou comfortable cookingwith cannabis so
thatyoucanunlockthemindandhealthbenefitsofmarijuanainthemostdeliciouswaypossible.Bonappétit!
UNDERSTANDINGCANNABIS
BEFOREYOUSTARTCOOKINGWITHCANNABIS,it’sessentialtoknowandunderstandtheingredientswithwhichyouareworking.Knowledgeoftheherbitselfisagoodplacetostart,alongwithdetailsaboutthevariousstrainsandtheireffects.Havingahandleonthisinformationwillallowyoutohavea
safe,enjoyableedibleexperience.
SATIVA INDICA HYBRID
Euphoric
Happy
Talkative
Giggly
Philosophical
“Head”high
Euphoric
Relaxed
Sleepy
Calm
“Couchlock”
“Body”high
A mixed bag of effects,depending on the “parents”of the strain. Hybrids willusually be either sativa-orindica-heavy. Check thedatabaseat leafly.com(moreon thisbelow) to seewhat aparticular hybrid strain isknownfor.
CannabisSpecies:Sativavs.Indicavs.HybridsThereare twoprimaryspeciesor typesofcannabis:sativaand indica.Eachofthese species is distinct in appearance and in the effects it imparts. One isgenerally known to make you perky (sativa), and one is generally known tomake you more relaxed (indica). Crossbreeding of the two types is whatproduceshybridstrains,ofwhichtherearemany(andeachhasitsownuniquecharacteristics). All cannabis strains are categorized according to their“personality traits” as either sativa, indica, or hybrid (and within the hybridcategorizationtherearesativa-heavyhybridsandindica-heavyhybrids).
Appearance-wise, sativa plants are tall with long thin leaves, and indicaplantsareshortandbushywithbroadleaves.Hybridsareusuallydominantonewayor theotherandcan impartamixofeffects.Thechartaboveoutlines thegeneralpsychoactiveandphysicaleffectsofeachspecies.
StrainsWithin the threemainclassificationsofcannabis—sativa, indica,andhybrid—therearemany,manydifferentstrainsavailable.You’relikelywonderingwhichstrain of cannabis you should usewhen cooking or baking your edibles—andthat’satrickyquestion.Leafly.com,theleadingauthorityoncannabis,listsmorethan 1,500 various strains of cannabis, mostly hybrids, and each has its ownunique characteristics and imparts its own effects. And tomake it evenmorechallenging, the database of strains is constantly growing. This iswhy it’s soimportanttofirstdecideontheexperienceyouwantfromyouredibles,andthentochooseastrainthathas thecharacteristicsforwhichyouare looking.Whileleafly.com has an excellent search engine that allows you to research moststrains andquicklyget the informationyouneed tomake an informed choice,we’llalsogothroughsomebasicsheretogetyoustarted.
CannabinoidsIf we dig a little deeper, we get to the core of what creates the differencesbetweencannabisstrains:thebalanceofeachplant’scompounds.AccordingtoUnited Patients Groups, a leading resource for medical cannabis information,scientistshave identifiedmore than483compounds incannabis.More than80of these compounds are found only in cannabis plants and are known as
cannabinoids.Whencannabis isconsumed,cannabinoidsbind to receptor sitesthroughout the brain and body. Different cannabinoids have different effects,dependingonwhichreceptorstheybindto.Whilewedonotknowthemedicinaleffects of the vast majority of these compounds, we do know that THC andCBD,thetwoprimarycannabinoidsincannabis,havebeenshowninscientificstudies to engage receptor sites throughout the brain and immune system thattriggerpotenthealingandpainkillingeffects.
Here is a further introduction to the properties of THC andCBD, the twomain compounds found in cannabis: THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is thepsychoactivecompoundinthecannabisplantthatgetsyou“high,”butitalsohastherapeutic elements. So in addition to being the chemical responsible forfeelings of euphoria and other mind-altering effects, it is also the part of theplant that helps alleviate nausea and boost appetite. On top of that, scientistshave proved that it inhibits an enzyme implicated in the formation of beta-amyloid plaque, the hallmark of Alzheimer’s-related dementia.Manymedicalpatientswho seek theuplifting and euphoric effects of cannabis in addition tomedicinaleffects,alongwithrecreationaluserswhoenjoy theheadyeffectsoftheplant,willlookforhigherpercentagesofTHCinthebudtheyconsume.Thehigher the percentage of THC, the more psychoactively potent the strain. Ingeneral, sativastrains tend tobeheavieron theTHC. Ifyoudon’twant toget“high”in thetraditionalsense, lookinsteadforstrainswithverylowTHCandhighCBDpercentages(seethechart).
CBD (cannabidiol) is the primary non-psychoactive compound in thecannabis plant that is responsible for a vast array of therapeutic effects, andwhich has been proved to help alleviate a multitude of ailments without the“high.” The beauty of CBD is that it is well tolerated and safe even at highdoses.CBDiscommonlyreferredtoasthe“medicine”inthecannabisplant,andscientistsandresearchershavebeensuccessfullyshowingthatCBDoilshrinkstumors, quells seizures, eases chronic pain, and treats the symptoms ofmanyailments, including fibromyalgia, PMS, joint and muscle pain, and spasms.ScientistsfromIsraelhaveevenprovedthatCBDalsohelpshealandstrengthenbrokenbones.Ingeneral,indicastrainstendtohavehigherpercentagesofCBD.
Each cannabis strain has a different ratio of cannabinoids that providesdifferenteffects,whichiswhytheexperiencediffersfromonestraintoanother.It’s important to note that the chemical profile ofmany sativa strains is THCdominant,while the chemical profile ofmany indica strains ismore balancedandhasahigherpercentageofCBD.Thatbeingsaid,mostindicastrainsarestill
verylowinCBD.Formedicinalpurposes,it’simperativetousespecificstrainsthat are known to be high in CBD. Charlotte’sWeb, ACDC, Sour Tsunami,Harlequin,andHarle-Tsuaresomeofthehighest-CBDstrains(andhappentobesativaorsativa-dominanthybrids).ThebestmedicinalcannabisstrainscombinebothTHCandCBDalongwithterpenesandflavonoids(moreontheseelementsbelow)toprovidewholeplanttherapeutics,orwhatisknownasthe“entourageeffect.”Theentourageeffectisthecumulativeresultoftheinteractionofallthecannabinoidcompounds.
The THC:CBD ratio and purported entourage effect are the two mostimportant things to look for when you are medicating with cannabis. Yourdispensaryshouldbeable to tellyou theTHC:CBDratioofeachstrain,andaknowledgeable“budtender”orasearchofleafly.comcanprovideyouwithanoverviewofeachstrain’sknowneffects.Formedicinalcookingandbaking,itisideal tousestrains thathavehigh levelsofCBD.WhilemoststrainscurrentlyhaveverylowlevelsofCBD,thisischangingrapidly,asmoreandmorepatientsturn tomedicalmarijuana and seek high-CBD strains.Most dispensaries nowcarryatleastoneortwoCBD-richstrains.Forrecreationalusers,theCBD:THCratio is not that important. What is important is finding a strain that has areputationforimpartingyourdesiredpsychoactiveoutcome.Doyouwanttofeelhappy,euphoric,giddy,anduplifted?Thenyouwantastrain likeSourDiesel,JackHerer,oranystrainwhosenameendswiththewordHaze(Hazeisusedtorefer to sativa-dominant strains). If you prefer more of a relaxed body high,you’llwanta strain likeBlueDream,GirlScoutCookies,oranystrainwhosenameendswiththewordKush.
OtherElementsThere are a fewother important elements and compounds to considerwhen itcomestounderstandingcannabisplants.Trichomesarethebeautifulcrystal-likeresinglandsyouseeonyour floweror“bud.”Trichomesarehydrophobicandcannotbewashedoff theplant—and that’s luckyforus,because this iswherethecannabisplantstoresallofitsTHCandCBD.Terpenesandflavonoidsareresponsible forvariations in theplant’s smell and flavorprofile, and they alsohave certain medicinal properties of their own. Along with THC and CBD,terpenesandflavonoidscontributetotheoveralleffectofastrain.Thoughtheyare the lesser-known compounds within cannabis plants, researchers areuncoveringtheincreasinglyimportantroletheyplayalongsidethemorepopularelementsofTHCandCBD.
BeneficialEffectsCannabinoidsaffectthehumanbodybyinteractingwithdifferentreceptorsandregulatory enzymes within the endocannabinoid system (ECS), a complexsignaling network that haswidespread effectswithin the body. The followingprovides an introduction to some of the main cannabis compounds and theircorrespondingeffects.
Asyoucansee,CBDprovidesavastarrayofhealthbenefits.Becauseitisnon-psychoactiveandcanbegiveninlargedoseswithfewtonosideeffects,ithas been used effectively as an anti-psychotic. CBD has consistentlydemonstrated neuroprotective effects and seems to have strong anti-cancerpotential.RecentresearchpointstothepowerfulimpactofCBDoncancercells,whereby it arrests cell division,migration,metastasis, and invasiveness. SomescientistsarehopefulCBDcouldrelegatechemotherapyandradiationtosecondand third options for cancer patients. After years of restrictions on cannabisresearchintheUnitedStates,researchersfeelthisisjustthebeginningintermsofunlockingthemedicinalbenefitsofCBDs.
SideEffectsRegardlessofyourediblegoals,makesureyouresearchthestrainsofcannabisyou’re planning to cookwith and understand their purported entourage effectbefore you buy them. A reputable cannabis health center with educated bud
tenderscangiveyouthisinformation,butleafly.comisagreatresourceforthosewhodon’t have access toproper centers.Themoreyouknow, thebetter yourexperienceandintendedoutcomewillbe.
In addition, when consuming any drug or herbal remedy, you should beeducatedandawareofallpotentialsideeffects—andcannabisisnodifferent.
BENEFICIALEFFECTS
Δ9-THC ReducesvomitingandnauseaStimulatesappetiteRelievespainSuppressesmusclespasms
Δ9-THCA AidssleepInhibitscancercellgrowthSuppressesmusclespasms
Δ8-THC Relievespain
THCV ReducesconvulsionsandseizuresPromotesbonegrowth
CBD ActsasanantibacterialBalances function in the immune system Inhibits cancer cell growth
ProvidesneuroprotectionPromotesbonegrowthReduces seizures and convulsions Reduces blood sugar levels Reduces
inflammationReduces risk of artery blockage Reduces small intestine contractions
ReducesvomitingandnauseaRelievespainRelievesanxietySlowsbacterialgrowthSuppressesmusclespasmsTranquilizesTreatspsoriasisDecreasesvascularpressure
CBDA ReducesinflammationInhibitscancercellgrowth
CBG
CBG AidssleepInhibitscancercellgrowthPromotesbonegrowthSlowsbacterialgrowth
CBGA ReducesinflammationRelievespainSlowsbacterialgrowth
CBC InhibitscancercellgrowthPromotesbonegrowthReducesinflammationRelievespain
*Source: https://patients4medicalmarijuana.wordpress.com/2013/04/26/cbd-unprecedented-healing-power/.
According to MedlinePlus, the National Institutes of Health’s websiteproduced by theNational Library ofMedicine, “Marijuana intoxication rarelyneedsmedicaladviceortreatment.Occasionally,serioussymptomsoccur.Thesesymptomsarerareandusuallyassociatedwithotherdrugsorcompoundsmixedinwithmarijuana.”
Fortunately,noonehaseverdiedfromcannabisintoxication,ascannabisisnot“toxic”tothehumanbody.Still,sideeffectsrelatedtocannabisconsumptioncan include dry mouth, short-term memory issues, disorientation, red eyes,fatigue, slower reaction times, reducedmotor coordination, sensory distortion,highbloodpressure,headaches,increasedheartrate,paranoia,andanxiety.
Cannabisisamedicineandshouldbetreatedthesamewayyouwouldtreatanyothermedicine.Thisiswhyitisimportantforyoutounderstandwhatyouarecookingand/orbakingwithandtodoseyourediblesproperlytoensurethatyouandthoseyoucookforhaveanenjoyableexperience...especiallyafterthefact. Guests may love your food, but if they have toomuch cannabis, it willcomebacktohauntthem(andyou!)severalhourslater.Itisalsoimportantthatyourguestsdonotsmokemarijuanabeforeorduringyourmeal.It’sdifficulttotrack the amount of cannabis you’ve consumed if you’re smoking on top ofeatingedibles—and toomuchcannabiscan lead toundesirableandunpleasantside effects such as anxiety, paranoia, insomnia, and an unwelcome weedhangoverthenextday.
If that should happen, though, have no fear. Try popping an ibuprofen or
two,which helpswith the unpleasant side effects of cannabis.A study in thejournalCellshowedthatibuprofencanhelpgetridoftheTHChighwhilestillmaintaining the health benefits. Scientists found that when they blocked anenzymecalledCOX-2(whichibuprofendoes),thehighdisappeared(alongwiththeneurologicalsideeffects),whilethetreatmentbenefitsofTHCremained.
POPULARSTRAINS&EFFECTS
FORTHOSEWHOarededicatedtocookingandbakingwithhigh-CBDstrains,thefollowingchartliststhemostpopularhigh-CBDstrainsandtheirCBDandTHC percentage ranges. Since the potency of each “grow” depends on theconditionsandmethodsusedforgrowing, theCBDandTHCprofilewillvarywith each batch. Checkwith your dispensary to get the actual percentages ofCBDandTHCinyourflower.
Sources:leafly.com,verdabase.com.*Althoughthisisnotspecificallylistedonleafly,Ihavefoundthroughpersonalexperiencewithpatientsthattheseconditionsarehelpedbythisstrain.
CANNATONIC
HARLEQUIN
Ifyouprefertocookorbakewithhigh-THCstrains,youcanfindmanyofthefollowingpopularstrainsatmostdispensaries.
THEARTOFCOOKINGWITHCANNABIS
COOKINGWITHCANNABISisbothanartandascience.Theartisincookingandbakingfoodsothatittastesandlooksgreat.Thescienceisinchoosingtherightstrainofcannabistoachieveyourdesiredresultsandthendosingyourediblesproperly.Bringthembothtogether,andyou’vegotyourself
asuccessfuledibleexperience.
Thereisalotofimportantinformationaboutboththeartandthescienceofcookingwithcannabisinthefollowingpages,andIpromisetokeepthingsfun
asIbreakitalldownforyou.
TheBasicsKNOWYOURPERCENTAGESWhen you are cooking and baking with cannabis, it is critically important toknowthepercentageofTHCandCBDin the flower(orbud)youareusing toinfuse your butters and oils. If you shop at a reputable dispensary or healthcenter, itwillbeable togiveyou this information.Thus, it’s fairlyeasy togetthis information in localessuchasNorthernCalifornia,Colorado,Oregon,andWashingtonState,wheredispensariesandhealthcentersarerequiredtodisclosethisinformation—butoutsideoftheselocations,it’sagamble.Anotherreasontoshopatreputabledispensariesandhealthcentersistoensurethatyougetwhat
you pay for. The best dispensaries are steadfastwhen it comes to quality andstrain integrity, as they stake their reputations on it. If shopping at a gooddispensaryisnotanoptionwhereyoulive,lookupthestrainyouareinterestedinonleafly.comorallbud.comandusethe“mean”ofthestrain’spotencyrangeto estimate the percentage of THC and CBD in your herb. For a list ofrecommended reputable dispensaries, you can visit my website,jeffthe420chef.com.
ACTIVATIONANDINFUSIONAs it turns out, neither THC norCBD is active in raw cannabis. THC comesfrom tetrahydrocannabinolicacid (THCA)andCBDcomes fromcannabidiolicacid (CBDA).These two acids are the precursors toTHCandCBD, found inraw,livecannabis,butneitherhasanyactivepropertiesonitsown.BothTHCand CBD need to be “activated” through a process called “decarbing”(decarboxylation)before their effects canbe felt.Essentially,decarbingmeansremovingtheacid,orthe“A”molecule,fromtheTHCandCBD,whichhappensbyreleasingacarbonatomfromacarbonchain.Thiscanbedoneonlythroughheatandtime.Whenyousmokecannabis,youdecarbthebudviaheatbeforeitgoesintoyourlungs.Butinordertocookwithcannabis,youneedto“activate”the THC and CBD by decarbing your bud before you can infuse it into yourfood.
THC andCBD, alongwith the other natural compounds (cannabinoids) inrawcannabis,arehydrophobic,meaningtheycannotbeinfusedintowater.Theyarefat-soluble,however,whichmeansthattheycanbeinfusedintoingredientscontaininghighlevelsoffat,suchasbutterandoil.Inthecomingpages,Iwillshowyou(1)howtodecarbyourcannabistoactivatetheTHCandCBD,and(2)howtoinfusethosecompoundsintobuttersandoils.Irecommendusinghealthyfats and oils (such as grass-fed butter, coconut oil, and olive oil) for the bestresults.
DELIVERYMETHODAND“KICK-IN”TIMETHCandCBDneedtobedigestedandmetabolizedbeforeyoucanexperiencetheir effects. And it’s important to keep in mind that everybody metabolizesediblecannabisdifferently.Butsinceittakeslesstimetodigestaliquidthanasolid,theTHCand/orCBDinasaladdressingwillhityoumuchfasterthanthatinadenseediblelikeabrownie.Whencannabisisactuallybakedintoanitem,thatitemmustfirstbedigestedbeforetheTHCand/orCBDcanbemetabolized.
Soasageneralruleofthumb,“kick-in”timeisdeterminedprimarilybyhowthecannabisisintroducedintothebody.
SETUPISKEYTheFrenchculinarytermmiseenplacemeans“everythinginitsplace,”andtheidea iscrucial tocreatinggreat-tasting,preciselydosedediblesandmealswithverylittlestress.Miseenplace,whichisallaboutstagingandhavingeverythingready at your fingertips, is the foundation of every successful chef andrestaurant.Makesurethatyouhaveallyouringredients,utensils,andappliancessetup,prepped,measured,organized,andreadytogobeforeyoustartcookingorbaking.Andthereisabonusthatcomeswiththispreparation:onceyouhavemasteredmise en place in the kitchen, it somehow permeates everything elseyou do. As it becomes habit, life becomes simpler, more organized, and lesschaoticoverall.
COOKINGTIMESANDTEMPSSince the compounds in cannabis can be easily vaporized or destroyed, it’simportanttobeawareofthetemperatureyouusewhencookingedibles,andtheamountoftimeforwhichyoucookthings.AlthoughTHCbeginstoevaporateat355ºFandCBDat392ºF,Ihavefoundthattheoptimaltemperatureforcookingand baking with cannabis is 340ºF for recipes requiring 1 hour or less. Forrecipesthatrequireover1hourofcookingorbakingtime,325ºFisoptimal.
MEASUREMENTSFORMEALSTogiveageneralideaoftheTHCpotencyofeachdish,alloftherecipesshowtheapproximatemilligramsofTHCperserving.Thesecalculationsarebasedonpopular cannabis strains of 10%, 15%, and 20% THC, and are included toprovideballparkestimatesonly.Pleasenotethatthesenumberswilldifferbasedon thestrainyouuseand thatstrain’sspecificpercentageofTHC,soyouwillhavetocalculateyourownmilligramsperservingusingtheformula(oryoucanusetheTHC/CBDcalculatoronmywebsite,jeffthe420chef.com).
Toreiterate,it’simportanttopaycloseattentiontohowmuchTHCyouputinyour recipe.While you can’t have toomuchCBD,youcan have toomuchTHC.Thenegativepsychoactive effects of toomuchTHC (amplified anxiety,moodchanges,paranoia,andmorningnauseaandgrogginess)willleadtoaveryunpleasantexperienceforeveryone.For420meals,youmustcuttheamountofcanna-butter or canna-oil in each recipe (see Controlling Potency below) to
ensurethatyourmealisproperlydosed.
CONTROLLINGPOTENCYWhenitcomestoenjoyingafull420mealand/ormorethanonemouthwateringedible,Ihavefoundthat“lowdosing”THCisthesecret.Lowdosingmeansthatyou use less THC-infused butter or oil for each recipe, which allows you toenjoysafelymoreofthegreat-tastingfoodthatyoumake.
Youaccomplishlowdosingbycuttingthepotencyofthebutteroroilinyourrecipe.Tocontrol thepotencyofyouredibles,youwill firstneed toknowthepercentage ofTHC andCBD in your starting canna-butter or canna-oil. Fromthere,youcancalculatehowmuchnon-infusedbutteroroilyouneedtomixintoachieveyourdesiredpotencyperserving.I’veincludedachartinthecomingpagestohelpwiththesecalculations.
Colorado’s Marijuana Enforcement Division has set the standard dose ofediblecannabisat10milligramsofTHC.ThereisnosetstandardforCBD.Formostpeople,10milligramsofTHCwillfeellikeenjoyingtwoglassesofwineortwobeers.Itypicallystartmydinnerpartiesataround5milligramsofTHCperpersonandtakethemuptoatotalof10to15bydessert,butitalldependsontheguests’individualtolerancelevels.MygeneralpolicyisthatIwon’ttakeanyonepast20milligramsofTHC.It’sgoodpracticetocheckinregularlywithyourgueststoensurethattheyarehavinganenjoyableexperienceandtomodifywhatyouserveeachguest,ifnecessary.
TASTEIttookmealmosttwoyearstoperfectmylight-tastingcanna-butterandcanna-oil recipes.The followingfourstepsaremysecret toneutralizingmuchof thecannabistastesothatyoucancreategreat-tastingedibles.(Pleasenotethatthisprocesswillbedescribedagainingreaterdetailintheopeningrecipesforcanna-butterandcanna-oil.)1. Soak,Blanch,andRinse.Thefirstsecret tocreating“light-tasting”canna-butterandcanna-oilsistogrindyourherbcoarsely,soakitfor24to48hoursindistilledwater(thelongerthesoak,thecleanertheherb),and thenblanch it.Blanching isacookingprocess that involvesplacing fruits,vegetables,andherbsinboilingwaterforashortperiodoftimeandthenquicklyhaltingthecookingprocessbysubmergingtheiteminicewatertoshockitbackorrefreshit.Chefsdothistocookpartiallyorsoftenfruitsandvegetables,butalonger blanch will also help remove strong tastes from foods like garlic andonion. Since THC, CBD, and many other cannabinoids are hydrophobic,
meaning theywon’t dissolve inwater, I realized that thiswas a greatway toremovesomeofthetasteofcannabiswhilealsodeepcleaningthebud.
Toblanchyourherb,simplyplaceitinboilingwaterfor5minutestoget rid of any remaining impurities, and then immediately place it in abowl of icewater for aminute to stop the cooking process. Blanchingremoves much of the non-chemical compounds (chlorophyll, pistils,pesticides,andmicrobiologicalcontaminantslikemoldandbacteria)thatcontributetothetastethatispresentinmostcannabis-infusededibles.Toensureyourherbisascleanaspossible,you’llwanttorinsetheblanchedherbwithdistilledwaterbeforeyoudecarbanddryitaswell.
2. Decarb andDry.Decarbing and drying your herb overnight is the nextessentialstepinremovingalotofthetaste.Wetordampcannabis,evenafter soaking and blanching, will still impart the flavors stuck in themoisture. As I mentioned earlier, the THC and CBD need to be“activated”throughaprocesscalleddecarbingbeforetheireffectscanbefelt.Todecarbyourcannabisafterblanchinganddrying,place it in theovenat300ºFfor20minutes.Note:Youwillloseupto30%to50%ofyourcannabisweightthroughthisprocess,dependingonhowfreshyourcannabisistostart.
3. SimmerandSteep.AFrenchcoffeepressistheperfectinfusioncontainerforthisnextstageintheprocess.JustaddyourbutteroroiltotheFrenchpressalongwithyourblanched,dried,anddecarbedcannabis.CovertheFrenchpress,push theplunger till itmeets the topofyourbutteroroil,andplaceitinapotofboilingwaterfor3to4hours.Thepotshouldbefilled with enough water to hit just above the butter or oil line in theFrenchpress.TheFrenchpressmethodkeeps the infusion environmentpureandthetemperatureconstant.AndsincetheFrenchpresshasabuilt-instrainer,youdon’tneed tousecheesecloth tostraineverythingat theend.TheFrenchpressalsodoesawonderful jobof separating themilksolids, which basically creates canna-ghee or cannabis-infused clarifiedbutter.After the steep, just push theplunger in theFrenchpress all thewaydownandpouryourbutteroroilintoadishorcontainerforstorageand use.Note: You will lose up to 25% of your butter or oil volumethroughthisprocess.
4. Cut.Youcancutthetasteandlowerthedosageofyourresultingcanna-
butter and canna-oil simply by combining itwith non-infused butter oroil.Startbydeterminingtheamountofcannabisyouwantinyourrecipe,and use the appropriate amount of canna-butter or canna-oil to achievethat amount. Then add non-infused butter or oil to make up thedifference.SeethechartforageneralideaastohowmanymilligramsofTHCorCBDareinvariousstrengthsandquantitiesofcanna-butterandcanna-oil.
TheRulesofHosting420MealsHere are a few things to be aware of and to plan for as the host or chef ofcannabis-infusedmeals: 1. Askyour guests not to smoke cannabis before orduringyourmeal.Let the experience be all about your edibles. If your guestssmokebeforeorduringyourmeal,youwillbelayeringadditionalTHContopofwhattheyhavealreadyconsumed,whichcanleadtoanxiety,paranoia,andanuncomfortableperiodforthem—andforyou.
2. A littlewine is okay . . . at thebeginning.Oneor twoglasses ofwinewithamealisfine,butanythingbeyondthatcanbeproblematic—ascanother alcoholic beverages. Wine is okay because of its relatively lowalcohol content. There are two reasons to limit your alcoholicconsumption so strictly while consuming edibles. First, you want yourgueststoexperiencetheeffectsofthecannabisinyourediblesandnottoconfuse what they feel from the alcohol with what they feel from thecannabis. The other reason is more scientific. Research studies haveshown that consuming alcohol with cannabis almost doubles the THClevels in the blood, which increases the “high” and makes thepsychoactiveeffectsmorepronounced.Cookingorbakingwithcannabisis a science asmuch as a culinary art, and if you drink or allow yourgueststodrinkmorethanaglassortwoofwine,youruntheriskofthenegativesideeffectsfromovermedicating.
3. Make sure your guests have some non-infused food in their stomachsbefore you begin. Consuming cannabis-infused edibles on an emptystomachcanmagnifytheeffectsoftheTHCandleadtoundesirablesideeffectssuchasnausea,anxiety,andparanoia.Aneasywaytopreventthatisbyconsuminganon-infusedsnackbeforeeatingedibles.
4. Provide non-infused food for balance. It’s a good idea to have non-infused fare—be itofferingmenu itemspreparedbothwithandwithoutcannabisorprovidingotherselectionsentirely—atyourmeals.Thishelpsyourguestschoose justhowmuchcannabis theywant to ingestatyourmeal,withoutleavingthemhungry.
5. Start early. Keep in mind that everyone metabolizes cannabis-infusededibles differently, and that it can take anywhere from30minutes to 3hourstofeeltheeffects.It’sbesttokeepyourscheduleopenafewhoursaftera420mealtoprovideampletimetoappreciatethebenefits.
To expand on this last point, it will often take more time than you’veexpected or planned for the effects of edibles to be felt. About a year ago, Icooked for a group of executives in Coloradowho decided that a 420 dinnerwouldbeagreatwaytobondwiththeirnewCEO,alarge,gruffman.Forthefirst few hours, everyone except the CEO was having a great time, while heremainedstraight-facedandquiet.Itwasn’tuntil3hourslaterthatsomeonesaidsomethingthattriggeredahugeguffawfromtheCEO.Soon,hewaslaughingsohardthathefelloffhischair.Sodon’tsweatitifthingsarenothappeningasfastasyouhoped.Youshouldalsobeawarethatasmallnumberofpeoplelacktheenzyme responsible for metabolizing the compounds found in cannabis (andthereforeareimmunetothebenefits).
HOWTOUSETHISCOOKBOOK
IN THIS SECTION, you will find two important calculators to use whencookingandbakingwithcannabis.Thefirstcalculatorwillhelpyoufigureoutthepotencyofyourcanna-buttersorcanna-oilsafteryouinfusethem(i.e.,itwilltell you how many milligrams of THC or CBD are in your canna-butter orcanna-oil).The secondcalculatorwill helpyou figureout thepotencyof eachrecipeandservingbasedon thecanna-butterorcanna-oilused (i.e., itwill tellyouhowmanymilligramsofTHCorCBDareineachrecipeandserving).
Duetovolumelostduring the infusionprocess,youwon’tendupwith thesameamountofbutteroroilasyoustartedwith.Here’sahandychartshowingthe conversion of various measurements of butter and oil, from startingquantitiestopost-infusionquantities.Forexample,ifyouwanttoendupwith1stickofcanna-butter,youneed tostartwith1⅓ sticksofbutter toaccount forwhat’slostduringinfusion.
BUTTERCONVERSIONCHART
INFUSEFor1stickofcanna-butter 1⅓sticksofbutterFor1lb.canna-butter(4sticks) 5⅓sticksofbutterFor4oz.canna-oil 5oz.oilFor8oz.canna-oil 10oz.oilFor16oz.canna-oil 20oz.oil
THE CALCULATORS TAKE INTO ACCOUNT THEFOLLOWING:
1. Youwill lose approximately20%of your oil volumeand25%of yourbuttervolumeintheinfusionprocess.Youlosemorebutterbecausethewaterandmilksolidsinthebutterwillbelost,alongwithwhateverstillstickstotheplantmaterial.
2. Whenyouusemymethod,yourcuredanddecarbedcannabiswillweigh+/−20% to +/−50% less than your starting weight, depending on howmoistordryyourstartingproductwas.Ifyourproductwasverydry,youmayloseonly20%(+/−).
HowtoCalculateTHC/CBDinCanna-ButterandCanna-OilEstimatingtheamountofTHCand/orCBDinyourcanna-butterandcanna-oiliscriticalwhenitcomestocookingandbakingwithcannabis.Theformulabelow,developed with CW Analytical (cwanalytical.com), will help you calculateapproximatelyhowmanymilligramsofTHCandCBDyourinfusedbutteroroilwillcontain.Whenmakingbuttersandoils,pleaserefertothisformulatogetanaccurate calculation—or you can use the simple THC/CBD calculator on mywebsite(jeffthe420chef.com).
CALCULATORFORINFUSIONOFCANNA-BUTTER&CANNA-OIL
STEP1: Enter the starting THC percentage or CBD percentagefrom the strain you’re using (you’ll need to calculateboth separately if you want to measure both). As areminder, you can’t have toomuchCBD, but you canhavetoomuchTHC:__________%
STEP2: Weighyourfinaldecarbedanddriedcannabis(thiswilllikely be considerably less than your starting weight):__________grams
STEP3: Converttheamountofbutteroroilyoustartedwithintograms(seegramconversionchart):__________grams
STEP4: MultiplyyourstartingTHC%orCBD%(fromStep1)by 0.5 to account for loss due to the decarbing anddryingprocess:__________final%
STEP5A: BUTTER: Multiply the grams of your startingamountofbutter(fromStep3)by0.75toaccountfora25%volumelossofbutterduringinfusion:__________grams
STEP5B: OIL:Multiplythegramsofyourstartingamountofoil(fromStep3)by0.8toaccountfora20%volumelossofoilduringinfusion:__________grams
HowtoCalculateTHC/CBDperRecipeandperServingEstimatingtheamountofTHCand/orCBDperservingoffoodiscriticalwhenitcomestocookingandbakingwithcannabis.TheformulabelowwilltellyouapproximatelyhowmanymilligramsofTHCandCBDyou’llbeservingand/orconsumingwitheachedible.Whenmakingedibles,pleaserefertothisformulatogetanaccuratecalculation—oryoucanusethesimpleTHC/CBDcalculatoronmywebsite(jeffthe420chef.com).
CALCULATORFORCOOKING&BAKINGWITHCANNABIS
STEP1: Enteramountofcanna-butterorcanna-oilcalledforinyourrecipeingrams(seegramconversionchart):__________grams
STEP2: To convert grams to milligrams, multiply your final THC% or CBD%(from Step 4 of canna-butter/canna-oil calculator) by 10 to determine thenumberofmilligramspergramofTHCorCBD.(Forexample,astrainof20%THCmeans the cannabis is 20%THCpergram. Inorder to transferthat into milligrams, you multiply by 10 and get 200mg/g of THC.):__________THCorCBDmg/g
STEP3: Multiply THC or CBDmg/g (from Step 2 above) by your final cannabisweight after decarbing and drying (from Step 2 of canna-butter/canna-oilcalculator):__________TotalmgofTHCorCBD
STEP4: DividetotalmgofTHCorCBD(fromStep3above)bygramsofbutteroroil you are infusing (from Step 3 of canna-butter/canna-oil calculator):__________mg/gTHCorCBDinbutteroroil
STEP5: Multiplymg/gofTHCorCBD(fromStep4above)bygramsofbutteroroilinyourrecipe(Step1above):__________mgTHCorCBDinrecipe
STEP6: Divide mg THC or CBD in recipe (from Step 5 above) by number ofservingscalledforintherecipe:__________mgTHCorCBD/serving
STEP7 FOROILONLY:MultiplytotalnumberofmgTHCorCBC/serving
(from Step 6 above) by 1.2 to account for 20% increased potency in oil:__________mgTHCorCBD/servingforoil
GRAMCONVERSIONS—MEASUREMENTCHART
BUTTER
Quantity Tablespoons Grams1⅓sticks 10.6
151
1stick 8113.4
1cup 16226.8
¾cup 12170.1
½cup 8113.4
¼cup 456.7
1tablespoon 114.18
OIL
Quantity Tablespoons Grams5fluidounces 10
137
1cup 16219.55
¾cup 12164.67
½cup 8109.78
¼cup 454.89
54.89
1fluidounce 227.44
1tablespoon 113.72
To make it easy for you, I’ve prepared the following charts to help youfigureout,ataglance,approximatelyhowmanymilligramsofTHCorCBDareinyourrecipe,basedontheamountofcanna-butterorcanna-oilyouuseinyourrecipe and the percentage of THC and/or CBD in your starting bud (beforecuringandprocessing).I’vecalculatedtheaveragelossfactorat30%.
PART
2Recipes
CHAPTERNO.1
Butters&OilsInfusingButtersandOils•“Light-Tasting”Canna-Butter•“Light-
Tasting”CreamyCanna-Butter•“Light-Tasting”Canna-Oil•Garlic&RosemaryCanna-Oil•Honey-WhippedCanna-Butter
IMPORTANTNOTE:MakesureyouknowthepercentageofTHCand/orCBDpergramintheflowerorbudyouareusing.Youwillneedthisinformationto
measureanddoseyourservingsproperly.
InfusingButtersandOilsBUTTERI highly recommend using grass-fed butter for all of your cooking needs (myfavoritebrandisKerrygold).Thedifferencebetweengrass-fedbutterandregularbutter comes through in the quality of the butter and how good it is for you.Grass-fed butter contains vitamins A, E, and K2. Vitamin K is important forheart health, and K2 is what keeps calcium out of your arteries and in yourbones. Grass-fed butter is also rich in conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), a fattyacid thathaspowerfulhealthbenefits.Although the jury is stillout,numerousstudies have shown that CLA may actually lower body fat percentages. Inaddition,grass-fedbuttercontainsbutyrate,ashort-chainfattyacidthathasbeenprovedtofightinflammationandimprovestomachhealth.
OILSThefollowingoilsarethebest(andhealthiest)touseforTHC/CBDinfusion:
CoconutoilOliveoilAvocadooilPeanutoilSesameoilWalnutoilAlmondoilAlwaysaimtousetestedcannabiswhenmakingyourownbuttersandoils.
Askthedispensaryorcultivatorfromwhomyouareprocuringyourcannabisfortest results—for potency, and also for pesticides and microbiologicalcontaminantslikemoldandbacteria.OryoucantestyourcannabisflowerinthecomfortofyourhomewithMyDX,aportablechemicalanalyzerthatidentifiesthecompositionofyourcannabis.Ifyoudon’thaveaccesstoatestinglabortocannabis that has been tested, you can roughly determine the potency of yourbutteroroilbyvisitingleafly.comorallbud.comtoestimatethestartingpotencyofyourcannabisstrain.Moststrainscanbeestimatedashavinganywherefrom10%to20%THC,dependingonfactorslikeexposuretothesun,exposuretotheelements,andstraingenetics. Ifyou’renotsureof theamountofTHCinyourstrain,agoodruleofthumbistoestimateitat15–18%.
Ifpossible,youshould testyourbutteroroilaftermaking it toensure thatyou’veprocessed it correctlyandhaven’t experiencedmajor losses inCBDorTHC.This can be done quickly and fairly inexpensively.Reputable labs offerdiscounted testing to individual patients looking to test their personal-usemedicine.*
“LIGHT-TASTING”CREAMYCANNA-BUTTER
Forcreamycanna-butter,youhavetoreintroducethemilksolids.Thisis an easy process—just whisk together equal parts softened “light-tasting”canna-butterandgrass-fedbutter.
SERVINGS16
1-tablespoonservings
PREPTIME
35minutes.30minutestosoftenbuttersand5minutestocombine.
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:11.5mg15%:17mg20%:23mg
1stick“light-tasting”canna-butter,softened
1stickgrass-fedbutter,softened
1stickgrass-fedbutter,softened
1 In a large bowl,whisk the “light-tasting” canna-butter and butter togetheruntilcreamyandsmooth.Refrigeratetoresolidifyoruseasis.
2 Usewithin2weeks.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
NOTEWith this recipe,yourcreamycanna–butterwillbehalfaspotent asyourstarting“light–tasting”canna–butter.Thisisagreatoptionifyouwanttomakedelicious,low–dosebakedgoods(becauselet’sfaceit,whowantstoeatjustonecookie!).
“LIGHT-TASTING”CANNA-OIL
Although there are many oils you can use for infusing cannabis,healthy,high-fatcookingandfinishingoilsarekeytoagreat-tastingandphysicallysatisfyingedibleexperience.Myfavoritesarecoconut,olive,sesame,walnut,andavocado.
SERVINGS8
1-tablespoonservings
PREPTIME10
minutes
COOKTIME4
hours
IDLETIME24
hoursplusovernight
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:30.4mg
15%:45.7mg20%:60.8mg
WHATYOU’LLNEEDDistilledwaterTeastrainerMedium/largepotBowlfilledwithicewaterFrenchpresscoffeemakerHeat-resistantglassdishorbakingtinAluminumfoilGlassjar
INGREDIENTS¼ounce(7grams)cannabis
5ouncesoil
STEP1—SOAKANDBLANCHHERB
1 Coarselygrinddryherb(alsoknownasflowerorbud)andsoakindistilledwaterfor24–48hours.Changethewatertwiceaday.Thiscleansoutalotoftheimpuritiesthatcausebadtaste.
2 Thenextday,place“cleaned”herbinateastrainer.Bringwatertoaboilinpot.Placeteastrainerinboilingwaterfor5minutes.
3 Remove tea strainer after5minutes, thenplace inbowlof icewater for1minute.Removefromicewaterandpourdistilledwaterovertheteastrainertorinse out any residual impurities. Remove herb from strainer and wring outexcesswater.
STEP2—DRYANDDECARB
1 Spread cannabis evenly in a large baking pan and lay a large piece ofaluminumfoil looselyon topof it (i.e.,don’tcrimpitdowntightlyaround theedges).Let it sitovernight.Yourcannabis shouldbedryby thenextmorning.Youcanskipthisstepifyouuseadehydrator.
2 Whencannabisisdry,preheatovento300ºF.
3 Now, crimp down the foil and “bake” for 20 minutes. (This is how youdecarbyourcannabis.)4 Removefromoven.Letsitfor5minutessoTHCorCBDvaporscansettlebackontotheherb.Removefoilandlooselycoverwitha
coupleofpapertowels.Thiscreatesadarkenvironmentwithairflow.
5 Letpansit,coveredwithpapertowels,onthecounterfor2–4hourstodryoutanyresidualmoisture.
STEP3—INFUSEOIL
1 PouroilintoaFrenchpressplacedstandingupinpotofsimmeringwater.
2 MixdecarbedcannabisintooilandcovertheFrenchpress.Pressplungertojustabovetheoil.Thiswillbeyourwaterline.
3 Gentlysimmerfor4hours.Checkthewaterlevelevery20minutestoensureitisevenwithorslightlyhigherthanthewaterline.
4 After4hours,removetheFrenchpressfromthepot,pushtheplungerallthewaydown,andstraintheoilintoacleanjar.Yourfinalyieldshouldbeabout4ounces.
5 Useimmediatelyorrefrigerateforup to2weeks.Toreliquefyoil thathassolidified,placeoilcontainerinapotofhotwaterfor15—20minutes.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
NOTEYour finalyieldwillweigh+/−20 to+/−50% less thanyourstartingweight,dependingonhowmoistordryyourcannabiswaswhenyoustartedtheprocess.
GARLIC&ROSEMARYCANNA-OIL
Getthepartystartedwiththissimpleandtastycannabis-infusedoil.Ilove to serve itwith freshpitacrispsorParmesangarlicbread.Youcanrefrigerateitforupto2weeks,butit’sbestduringthefirstweek.Aword of caution: If you’re using this as a dipping oil, it kicks inprettyquickly.
SERVINGS24
1-teaspoonservings
PREPTIME5
minutes
COOKTIME4
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5mg
15%:7.6mg
20%:10mg5freshrosemarysprigs¼cupnon-infusedoliveoil3or4garliccloves,minced
¼cupcanna–oliveoil
1 Washanddryrosemary.
2 Pour non-infused oil into a saucepan and heat for 2minutes.Donot boil.Addgarlicandsimmerfor2minutesonlowheat.
3 Removefromheatandadd incanna–oliveoilandrosemary.Let itcool toroomtemperature.Discardgarlicand4oftherosemarysprigs.
4 Refrigerateoilwith1rosemarysprig inaclean,drybottle.Best ifused inthefirstweekbutwillkeepforupto2weeks.
5 If oil solidifies in refrigerator, place bottle in pot of hotwater for 30—45minutestoreliquefy.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
HONEY-WHIPPEDCANNA-BUTTER
This light and creamy whipped canna-butter is a great topping forpancakes andwaffles. But youmay find yourself spreading it on ahostofotherfoodsaswell,givenitsirresistibletaste.
SERVINGS12
1-tablespoonservingsPREPTIME
1hour
COOKTIME5
hours
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:4mg
15%:6mg
20%:8mg2 tablespoons canna-butter, softened at room temperature for 1 hour⅔ cup
grass-fedbutter,softenedatroomtemperaturefor1hour1½tablespoonsraw
honey1 Whisk together the butters and honey until creamy.Continue towhiskandslowlydrizzleinhoneyuntilincorporated,richandcreamy.
2 Serveimmediately.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
Garlic-DillCanna-Aioli
Canna-CowboySalsa
CHAPTERNO.2
Sauces&DipsGarlic-DillCanna-Aioli•SpicyJalapeñoCanna-Aioli•Lime-ChipotleCanna-Aioli•Canna-Tahini•Canna-Hummus•Canna-Harissa•Canna-Ghanoush•“Green”BeanDip•Canna-CowboySalsa•ToastedOnion&
DillCanna-Dip•CrazyQueso•“Green”Guacamole
GARLIC-DILLCANNA-AIOLI
Try this medicated twist on the traditional garlic aioli. Great withburgersor anydishyou’d complementwithmayonnaise.Serve as agarnishorspread.
SERVINGS16
1-tablespoonservings
PREPTIME20
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.6mg
20%:7.6mg2tablespoonslightcanna–oliveoil⅔cupoliveoil3garliccloves2sprigsdill,finelychopped2largeeggyolks4teaspoonsfreshlemonjuice1teaspoonDijonmustardSeasalt
1 Makesureallingredientsandutensilsareatroomtemperature.
2 Combinecanna–oliveoilwitholiveoilandmixwell.
3 Pressgarlicandmixwithdill.
4 Inseparatebowl,whiskeggyolks,lemonjuice,andmustard.
5 Slowlydrizzleoilsintoeggmixtureandwhiskvigorouslyuntilalltheoilisincorporatedandaioli issmoothandcreamy.If theoilseparates,havenofear.Stopaddingoilandkeepwhiskinguntilit’sincorporated,thencontinue.
6 Whiskinthegarlic-dillmixtureandapinchortwoofsalt,untilsmoothandcreamy.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
MOM’STIPIfyoureggsarecoldandyouwanttobringthemtoroomtemperaturequickly, I learned this great little tip frommymom.Simplyput thecoldeggsinabowl,coverthemwithlukewarmtapwater,andletsitfor5minutes.
SPICYJALAPEÑOCANNA-AIOLI
Ifyou’relookingforanaioliwithabitofkick,thisistherecipeforyou.
SERVINGS16
1-tablespoonservings
PREPTIME20
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.6mg
20%:7.6mg2tablespoonslightcanna–oliveoil⅔cupoliveoil1garlicclove½jalapeñopepper,finelyminced2largeeggyolks4teaspoonsfreshlemonjuice1teaspoonDijonmustardSeasalt
1 Makesureallingredientsandutensilsareatroomtemperature.
2 Combinecanna–oliveoilwitholiveoilandmixwell.
3 Pressgarlicandmixwithmincedjalapeño.
4 Inseparatebowl,whiskeggyolks,lemonjuice,andmustard.
5 Slowlydrizzleoilsintoeggmixtureandwhiskvigorouslyuntilalltheoilisincorporatedandaioli issmoothandcreamy.If theoilseparates,havenofear.Stopaddingoilandkeepwhiskinguntilit’sincorporated,thencontinue.
6 Whiskinthegarlic-jalapeñomixtureandapinchortwoofsaltuntilsmoothandcreamy.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
LIME-CHIPOTLECANNA-AIOLI
ThisisagreattastymezetoservealongsidemyFreakyFishTacos.
SERVINGS16
1-tablespoonservings
PREPTIME20
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.6mg
20%:7.6mg2tablespoonslightcanna–oliveoil⅔cupoliveoil1garlicclove½chipotlepepper,cannedinadobosauce,drainedandfinelyminced2largeegg
yolks4teaspoonsfreshlimejuice1teaspoonDijonmustardSeasalt
1 Makesureallingredientsandutensilsareatroomtemperature.
2 Combinecanna–oliveoilwitholiveoilandmixwell.
3 Pressgarlicandmixwithmincedchipotlepepper.
4 Inseparatebowl,whisktheeggyolks,limejuice,andmustard.
5 Slowlydrizzletheoilsintoeggmixtureandwhiskvigorouslyuntilalltheoilisincorporatedandaioliissmoothandcreamy.Iftheoilseparates,havenofear.Stopaddingoilandkeepwhiskinguntilit’sincorporated,thencontinue.
6 Whiskinthegarlic-chipotlemixtureandapinchortwoofsaltuntilsmoothandcreamy.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
CANNA-TAHINI
Youcanenjoy thisCanna-Tahini as agreat sauceordressingon itsown(try itonroastedvegetablesormix it intoasalad)orasabaseingredient forCanna-HummusandCanna-Ghanoush.Refrigerate foruptooneweek.
YIELD2cups
SERVINGS32
1-tablespoonservingsPREPTIME
20minutes
COOKTIME6
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg3 cups raw, hulled sesame seeds (unhulled sesame seeds tend to make tahini
bitterandgrainy)¼cupcanna–oliveoil¼cupoliveoil(youmaynotneedtouse theentireamount,dependingonhowthinyouwantyour tahini)¼cupparsley,minced1 Preheatovento325ºF.
2 Spread the sesame seeds evenly onto a large baking sheet. Roast for 6minutes,shakingpaneveryminuteorso(trustme,it’sworthit!).Removeseedsfromtheovenandletcoolfor10minutes.
3 Place seeds in a food processor and pulse until they become a paste.Continuepulsingwhileslowlydrizzlinginthecanna–oliveoil.Drizzleinoliveoil until you reach your desired consistency.When themixture is smooth andcreamy,transferitfromthefoodprocessortoamediumbowl.
4 MixintheparsleyandservewithHomemadePitaorCanna-Garlic-InfusedPitaChips.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
CANNA-HUMMUS
Enjoy Canna-Hummus as you would any other hummus. You canmakethiseither“light”or“medium”or“super-potent.”Forthelightversion, substitute extra-virgin olive oil for the canna–olive oil. Forthemediumversion,substituteplaintahinifortheCanna-Tahini.Andfor the super-potent, prepare as per the recipe below withoutsubstitutions.
SERVINGS24
1-tablespoonservings
PREPTIME20
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*(FORSUPER-POTENTVERSION)10%:6.2mg
15%:9.5mg20%:12.4mg
2cupscannedchickpeas(one15-ouncecan)½cupCanna-Tahini2tablespoonscanna–oliveoil,plus2tablespoonslightoliveoil2clovesgarlic,
peeled2teaspoonsgroundcumin
1teaspoonsweetpaprikaJuiceof1mediumlemon½teaspoonlemonzestSalt and freshly ground black pepper 2 to 3 tablespoons parsley (for garnish)
1 Drainthechickpeasoverameasuringcupandreservetheliquid.
2 Place the chickpeas,Canna-Tahini, canna–oliveoilmixture, garlic, cumin,paprika,lemonjuice,lemonzest,andhalfofthereservedchickpealiquidintoafoodprocessor.Pulsetopuree.Slowlyaddinmorechickpealiquiduntilsmooth.Addsaltandpeppertotaste.
3 Garnishwithparsleyandsprinklewithmorepaprikabeforeserving.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
Canna-Harissa
CANNA-HARISSA
Harissahasalwaysbeenoneofmyfavoritemezes.Thisfull-bodied,delicately spiced, roasted tomato andpepperhot sauce is not only atastydipbutalsothekeyingredientinmanydeliciousNorthAfricandishessuchastajine(seeChickpea&EggplantCanna-Tajine.Setthestage for a wonderful meal and serve with freshly baked pitaalongsideCanna-GhanoushandCanna-Hummus.
SERVINGS24
PREPTIME1hour
COOKTIME30–40minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:2.4mg
15%:3.8mg
20%:4.8mg
20%:4.8mg4Romatomatoes2sweetredbellpeppers1serranopepper1chipotlepepper2cherryorpimentopeppers4garliccloves (2unpeeled,2peeled)1 teaspoon
ground cumin ½ teaspoon ground coriander seeds ½ teaspoon groundcarawayseeds3teaspoonslemonjuice1teaspoonseasalt
2 tablespoons canna–olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons light olive oil ½ teaspoonlemonzest
1 Preheatovento400ºF.
2 Put the tomatoes, peppers, and2unpeeledgarlic cloveson abaking sheetandroastfor30to40minutesuntilthepeppersandtomatoesarelightlycharredandtheskinonthegarlicclovesisbrowned.Removefromovenandletcoolfor15to20minutes.
3 Oncecooled,peelthetomatoes,peppers,andgarlic.
4 Place roasted and peeled tomatoes, peppers, and garlic in food processorwith the remaining garlic, cumin, coriander, caraway seeds, lemon juice, andsalt.
5 Pulse to pureewhile slowly drizzling in canna–olive oilmixture. Reservesomeoil for theend.Scrapedownthesidesof thefoodprocessor ifnecessaryandcontinuetopureeuntilsmooth.
6 Removefromfoodprocessorandmixinthelemonzest.
7 Serveimmediatelyasadip,orpourintoacoveredcontainerandrefrigerateforupto1month.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
CANNA-GHANOUSH
Baba ghanoushmeans “pampered papa” in Arabic, andwhat betterwaytopamperyourguestsat thestartofadinnerparty?ServewithCanna-ChipsorPoppin’PitaChips,andthebowlwillbeemptyinnotime.
SERVINGS8
3-ounce(6-tablespoon)servingsPREPTIME
40minutes
COOKTIME25
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg1largeeggplant,cutlengthwiseinto1-inch-thickslicesSeasalt
¼cupoliveoil¼cupCanna-Tahini,plusmoreasneeded3garliccloves,pressedorminced¼
cupfreshlemonjuice,plusmoreasneeded1teaspoonlemonzest½ teaspoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 Preheatovento375ºF.
2 Poke holes in the eggplant slices. Brush both sides with olive oil andsprinkle each side with salt. Place on greased baking pan and roast for 15minutes.Theunderside shouldbemoderately roasted.Turneggplant and roastforanother5to10minutestilltheothersideislightlyroasted.Removefromtheovenandletcool.
3 Removetheskinfromtheeggplantanddiscard.Placetheroastedfleshinalargebowlandmashwithafork.
4 Add theCanna-Tahini, garlic, lemon juice, lemonzest, and cumin.Salt totaste,sprinklewithparsley,andservewithyourfavoritebreadorchips.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
“GREEN”BEANDIP
This is theultimatemunchiedip,and itpairswellwith tortillachipsand Doritos. (Yes, I said it—Doritos! Because every cannabiscookbook should have at least one mention of our favorite partysnack.)
SERVINGS16
PREPTIME1hour
COOKTIME30
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mgExtra-virginoliveoil,forsautéing½cuponion,diced½cupredpepper,diced1
jalapeñopepper,seededanddiced(saveafewseedsformorespice)1(15-ounce)canblackbeans2bayleaves
1 sprig cilantro, leaves chopped 2 tablespoons canna–olive oil, plus 2tablespoonslightoliveoil¼teaspooncumin
Salt
1 Heatfryingpanfor1minute.Youwantyourpantobehotbeforeyouaddtheoil.Addenougholiveoiltocoverthebottomofthepan.
2 Addonion,redpepper,andjalapeñoandsautéfor4to6minutesuntilonionisgoldenbrown.Draintheexcessoil.Addthebeans,thenmixinthebayleaves,cilantro,andcanna–oliveoilmixture.Stir.
3 Add the cumin, and salt to taste. Reduce to low heat and simmer for 30minutes.
4 Removefromheatandscrapeintoasmallbowl.Refrigeratefor30minutes.
5 Placethebeanmixtureinafoodprocessororsmallblenderandpulseuntilitreachesthedesiredconsistency.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
CANNA–COWBOYSALSA
Thisisyetanotherdeliciouschipdipthatwillhaveyouaddicted.Thecanna–cowboy salsa would be right at home at dinner parties,afternoonsnacksessions,tailgates,andfootballparties.It’sbestiflefttomarinateforseveralhours,sotrytomakethisonethenightbeforeifyoucan.
SERVINGS16
1-tablespoonservingsPREPTIME
10minutesplusovernightmarinatingtime
COOKTIME2–3minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:1.9mg
15%:2.8mg
20%:3.8mg1tablespooncanna–oliveoil,plus2tablespoonslightoliveoil¼cuprawcane
sugar
¼cupcidervinegar1(7-ounce)canblackbeans1(7-ounce)canblack-eyedpeas1(15-ounce)can
sweetyellowcorn2plumtomatoes,diced½cuponion,diced½cupredpepper,diced½to1habaneropepper,diced(dependingonhowspicy
youwant it)½cupcilantro,chopped1 Inasmallsaucepan,combine thecanna–olive oil mixture, sugar, and vinegar. Mix over low heat untilcombinedandsmooth.Donotboil.Removefromflameandletcooltoroomtemperature,20to30minutes.
2 In a large bowl,mix together the beans, black-eyed peas, corn, tomatoes,onion,peppers,andcilantro.Addthevinegarmixturetothebeanmixture.Coverandrefrigerateovernight.
3 Toss,thendrainhalfoftheliquidbeforeserving.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
TOASTEDONION&DILLCANNA-DIP
This dip is great with Lay’s Ruffles—or better yet, Jeff’s Salt-and-PepperCanna-Chips!
SERVINGS12
PREPTIME10
minutes
COOKTIME20
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:4.4mg15%:6.6mg20%:8.8mg
Lightoliveoil,forsautéing2largeredonions,slicedthinandhalved1teaspoonseasalt½teaspoonfreshlygroundblackpepper1tablespooncanna-butter
1package(4ounces)creamcheese,softened½cupsourcream½cupGarlic-DillCanna-AioliSaltandcayennepepper
1 Heatmediumpanfor1minute.Coatthebottomofthepanwitholiveoil.
2 Sauté the onions with salt and black pepper until translucent (5 to 7minutes).Draintheoilandaddthecanna-buttertotheonions.Continuetosautéonlowfor2to3minutes.
3 Inthemeantime,mixtogetherthecreamcheese,sourcream,andcanna-aioliinalargebowluntilsmooth.
4 Addthesautéedonions,andmixwell.
5 Seasonwithsaltandcayennepeppertotaste.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
Jeff’sSalt-and-PepperCanna-Chips
SERVINGS12
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5mg15%:7.6mg20%:10mg
2 tablespoons canna–olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons light olive oil 12 largefingerlingpotatoes,slicedthinonamandolineMaldonseasalt
Crushedblackpepper
1 Preheatovento340ºF.
2 Line2largebakingpanswithparchmentpaper.
3 Inalargebowl,drizzlethecanna–oliveoilmixtureoverslicedpotatoesandtoss.
4 Arrange the potato slices on prepared baking sheets, spacing them⅛ inchapart.SprinklewithMaldon sea salt andpepper.Bake for40minutes, turninghalfwaythroughcookingtime.
5 Removewhencrisp,sprinklewithmoresaltandpepper,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
CRAZYQUESO
Thereisnothingquitelikethiscrazyquesotogetthepartystarted—especially before the big game. It’s crazy easy and crazy good.Enoughsaid.
SERVINGS12
PREPTIME10
minutes
COOKTIME20
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg½stickcreamycanna-butter3 tablespoons flour (whiteorwholewheat)1cup
milk
1cupgratedyellowsharpcheddarcheese½teaspoongarlicpowder1teaspoononionpowder½teaspooncumin
¼cupdicedjalapeñopepper¼cupdicedtomato
Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 Melt the canna-butter in a mediumsaucepanonlowheat.
2 Addtheflour,1tablespoonatatime,andmixtocreateapaste.Slowlyaddthemilkandstir.Continuetostirandaddthecheese,alittleatatime.Stiruntilsmoothandcreamy.Seasonwithgarlicpowder,onionpowder,andcumin.
3 Removefromtheheatandmixinjalapeñopepperandtomato.Addsaltandblackpeppertotaste.Letcooltoroomtemperature,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
CrazyChickenNachos
Pour a batch of crazy queso over a tray full of tortilla chips coveredwithmy“Green”BeanDip, jalapeños, and sliced grilled chicken and you’ve got crazyawesomechickennachos.
Wake&BakeBerryMuffins
CHAPTERNO.3
Breakfast&Brunch“Real”HashBrowns•BlueberryCanna-CoconutWaffles•Pumpkin
Chocolate-ChipBlazed-PecanMuffins•Canna-CrazyOmelet•Chocolate-ChipBlazed-WalnutCanna-Pancakes•EggsCanna-DictwithCandied
PepperBacon•Canna-CoconutLimeSmoothies•TortilladePatataswithMushrooms&Tarragon•Wake&BakeBerryMuffins•Peppered
Avocado&EggWhiteswithSpinachonCanna-ButteredFrenchBreadCrostini•Canna–BananaBreadwithBlazedPecans
“REAL”HASHBROWNS
Hash browns may seem simple, but getting them just right can betrickier than you think. I broke down this recipe into many simplesteps,andIthinkyou’llagreethattheendproductistherealdeal.
SERVINGS4
PREPTIME30
minutes
COOKTIME20–30minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5.75mg15%:8.6mg20%:11.5mg
5YukonGoldpotatoes(1½to2pounds),peeled½whiteonion,grated2chives,greenpartonly,chopped1mediumshallot,grated
¼cupyourfavoritecheese,gratedSaltandfreshlygroundblackpepper
2tablespoonsgrass-fedbutter
2tablespoonscreamycanna-butter,melted1 Gratethepotatoesandonionintoa largebowl.Usea ricer to squeezeout asmuchmoisture from thegratedpotatomixture as possible. If you don’t have a ricer, you can transfer themixtureintoaclothtoweltotwistandsqueezeoutthemoisture.
2 Placethepotatomixtureinamediummixingbowl.Addchives,shallot,andcheese.
3 Seasonwithsaltandpepperandmix.
4 Melt 1 tablespoon of grass-fed butter in a 10-inch nonstick skillet overmediumheat.Whenthebuttermeltsandstartstofoam,addthepotatomixture.Evenly distribute the potatoes and press firmly into the bottom of the pan.Reduceheattolowandletthepotatoesbrownandcrispfor7minutes.
5 Place a large dinner plate over hash browns. Carefully invert the hashbrownsontoplate.
6 Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of grass-fed butter to the pan.When thebuttermeltsandstarts to foam,slide thehashbrownsback into thepan.Cookthissideovermediumheatfor6to8minuteslonger.Removethepanfromtheheatandevenlydrizzle themeltedcanna-butteronto thehashbrowns.Let restfor 2minutes in the pan to allow the canna-butter to seep and infuse into thepotatoes.
7 Slideontoaplateorcuttingboard.Sliceinto4equalpiecesandservewarm.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
BLUEBERRYCANNA-COCONUTWAFFLES
Nothingsays“wakeandbake” like theseblueberrycoconutwaffles,which are a great way to start the day even without the canna-oil.Breakfastinbed,anyone?
SERVINGS4
waffles
PREPTIME20
minutes
COOKTIME1–3
minutesperwaffle(dependingonyourwaffleiron)APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING(WITHOUTBLAZED
PECANS)*
10%:7.6mg
15%:11.4mg
20%:15.2mg1cupall-purposeflour1cupbuckwheatflour1teaspoonbakingpowder1teaspoonbakingsoda
1teaspoonsalt2teaspoonsrawcanesugar2eggs1cupbuttermilk1 tablespoon extra-virgin canna–coconut oil,melted, plus 3 tablespoons extra-
virgincoconutoil,melted1½ tablespoons shreddedcoconut,plusmore forgarnish¾cupfreshblueberries¼cupBlazedPecans,slightlycrushed(seesidebar,oppositepage)Cookingspray
1 Mixtheflours,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,salt,andsugarinalargemixingbowl.
2 Inaseparatebowl,whisktogethertheeggs,buttermilk,andmeltedcoconutoils.
3 Mix togethereggand flourmixtures.Gently fold in the shreddedcoconut,blueberries,andpecans.Transferthebattertoalargemeasuringcuptomakeiteasiertopourandmeasure.
4 Spraywaffleironwithnonstickcookingspray.
5 Pourapproximately1cupofbatterontoapreheatedwaffleiron.Cookuntilsteamingstops(1to3minutes)andwafflesarenicelybrownedandcrisp.
6 Garnish with shredded sweet coconut. Serve immediately with Honey-WhippedCanna-Butterandmaplesyrupforadeliciousstarttoyourday.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
NOTEIf you garnish with Honey-Whipped Canna-Butter, add theappropriatemilligramsperserving.
BlazedPecans
SERVINGS8
½-cupservings
PREPTIME5
minutes
COOKTIME15
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5.6mg
15%:8.6mg
20%:11.2mg
4cupspecanhalves¼cupcreamycanna-butter,melted½cuprawcanesugar,processed“fine”1teaspooncinnamon
1 Preheatovento300ºF.
2 In a large bowl, mix together the pecans with the canna-butter and coatevenly.Spreadonaparchmentpaper–linedcookiesheet.Bakefor15minutes.
3 Inasmallbowl,mixtogetherthesugarandcinnamon.
4 Remove thepecans fromoven.While they’re still hot, sprinkle themwithcinnamon-sugarmixtureandtoss.Letcoolfor30minutesbeforeserving.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
PUMPKIN CHOCOLATE-CHIP BLAZED-PECANMUFFINS
Pumpkin and chocolate chips always make for a winningcombination, but the unexpected touch of ginger in these muffinscombineswith thevarious spices to create adelectable start toyourday.(Justmakesureyouuseasativastrain!)
SERVINGS24
muffins
PREPTIME20
minutes
COOKTIME30–35minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5.4mg
15%:8.3mg
20%:10.9mg1 small fresh pumpkin (or one 15-ounce can pumpkin purée) 2 eggs, slightly
beaten¼cupcanna–coconutoilplus¼cupextra-virgincoconutoil½cup
seltzer or soda water 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ½ teaspoon fresh ginger,grated1½cups rawcanesugar1cupall-purpose flour¾cupwhole-wheatflour1teaspoonbakingsoda¼teaspoonbakingpowder¼teaspoonsalt
1teaspooncinnamon½teaspoonnutmegPinchofgroundcloves½cupdarkchocolatechips1cupBlazedPecans
1 Preheatoven to340ºF.Grease twostandard-sizedmuffin tinsor line themwithpapermuffincups.
2 Ifusingfreshpumpkin,cut,clean,andseedthepumpkin.Leavingtheskinon,cutthefleshofthepumpkinintoequal-sizedchunksaboutthesizeofyourpalm.Boilpumpkinchunksinsaltedwaterfor25minutes.Strainandletcool.Peelskinoffandplacepumpkinchunksinlargebowl.Mashwithpotatomasherorpureeinafoodprocessor.
3 Add the eggs, canna–coconut oil mixture, seltzer or soda water, vanilla,freshginger,andsugarandmixwell.
4 In a separate bowl, sift together flours, baking soda, baking powder, salt,cinnamon,nutmeg,andgroundcloves.
5 Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients. Gently fold in thechocolatechipsandpecans.Fillthemuffintinsthree-quartersfull.Bake30to35minutesuntiltopsarelightlygolden.
6 Letcoolandserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
CANNA–CRAZYOMELET
Youhaven’thadanomeletuntilyou’vehadthiscanna–crazyomelet,whichispackedwithzestyflavor,lotsofcolor,andtherightamountofmedicinetogetyourdayofftoagreatstart.Isuggestyousavethisfortheweekendsoyoucanreallyenjoyit.
SERVINGS2
PREPTIME15
minutes
COOKTIME4–6minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.9mg
20%:7.5mg4eggs
4teaspoonswater2teaspoonssaltFreshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon light olive oil 2 teaspoons grass-fed
butter (unsalted) 4 tablespoons shallots, sliced thin 4 small-to-mediummushrooms,slicedthin½cupredpepper,diced¼cupgreenpepper,diced1teaspoon fresh thymeSmall handful of arugula 2 teaspoons creamy canna-butter,melted1tablespoonchives
2 slices Swiss cheese, torn 1 Whisk together the eggs, water, and salt andpeppertotaste,andsetaside.
2 Heata10-inchskilletovermediumheat.
3 Placetheoliveoilandgrass-fedbutterinthepan.Gentlyshakeandturnthepantocoatthebottomandlowerportionofthesidesofthepan.
4 When the butter begins to foam, add the shallots and sauté for 3 to 4minutes.Addthemushrooms,redandgreenpeppers,andthyme.Sautéfor2to3moreminutesuntiltheshallotsareslightlybrowned.
5 Add thearugula to theeggmixture.Pour thearugula-eggmixture into thepan.
6 Divideomeletbatter into2portions,and followrecipe tomake2 separateomelets.
7 Sprinklethecreamycanna-butterontopoftheeggsastheyaresetting.AddthechivesandSwisscheese.Letthemixturecookfor2to3minutes,until theeggsareset(notrunnyontop).Fliponehalfovertheother.
8 Slideontoaservingplateandservewarm.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
CHOCOLATE-CHIP BLAZED-WALNUT CANNA-PANCAKES
Mycanna-pancakes arebig, fluffy, sweet, and satisfying—aSundaymorningtreatforsure.
SERVINGS8
pancakes
PREPTIME15
minutes
COOKTIME2–3
minutesperpancakeAPPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.5mg
15%:5.3mg
20%:7mg2cupsall-purposeflour,sifted2teaspoonsbakingpowder1teaspoonsalt1 teaspoon cinnamon2 tablespoons creamy canna-butter,melted, plus¼ stick
grass-fedbutter,melted1½cupsbuttermilk,warm2eggs1 teaspoonvanilla extract1½ tablespoonscane sugar1 cupchocolate chips½
cupblazedwalnuts(followdirectionsforBlazedPecansCookingspray
1 Preheat griddle until a drop of water sizzles when it hits the hot surface.Nowlowerthetemperatureslightly.
2 Mixtogethertheflour,bakingpowder,salt,andcinnamon,andsetaside.
3 Blend canna-buttermixture, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla, and sugar in a largebowluntilsmooth.
4 Addtheflourmixtureandstiruntilsmooth.Mixinthechocolatechipsandwalnuts.Letthebatterrestfor5minutes.
5 Spraythegriddle.Pour6-inchcirclesofthebatterontothegriddle.Cookfor1 to 2 minutes or until bubbles in batter appear (it’s okay to slightly lift thepancaketocheckbrowningonthebottom).Flippancakesandcookanadditional1minute.
6 Servewithmaplesyrupandshavedchocolatetocompletethedecadence.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
EGGS CANNA-DICT WITH CANDIED PEPPERBACON
This recipe is an homage to Julia Child and is by far my favoritewake-and-bakeSundaybreakfast.There is just something about thisdishthatkeepsasmileonmyfacealldaylong,anditalwaysmakesfor a nice breakfast-in-bed surprise for that special someone. Forperfectpoachedeggs,payspecialattention toJulia’s trickofpokingtheshellofeacheggwithapinandplacingtheeggsinboilingwaterfor10secondsbeforepoaching.
SERVINGS2
PREPTIME25
minutes
COOKTIME45
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5.75mg
15%:8.5mg20%:11.5mg
FORTHECANDIEDPEPPERBACON¼cupbrownsugar1tablespoonmaplesyrup8stripsthick-cutbaconorturkeybacon1tablespooncrushedblackpepperFOR
THEHOLLANDAISESAUCE1tablespooncreamycanna-butter,melted,plus⅓cupgrass-fedbutter,melted2
eggyolks1tablespoonslemonjuice¾tablespoonlimejuicePinchofcayennepepper⅛teaspoonWorcestershiresauce½tablespoonwater¼teaspoonsalt
FORTHEPOACHEDEGGS4eggs1teaspoondistilledwhitevinegarTOFINISH2Englishmuffins,split2tablespoonsgrass-fedbutter,softenedChoppedchives,forgarnish
PREPARETHECANDIEDBACON
1 Preheatovento350ºF.
2 Mixthebrownsugarandmaplesyrup.(For“cherry”bacon,usedarkcherrysyrup instead ofmaple syrup.)Coat the baconwith brown sugar–maple syrupmixture,reservingsomeofthismixtureforbasting.Placethebacononacookiesheetlinedwithparchmentpaper,andsprinklewithcrushedblackpepper.
3 Bake for 35 to 40minutes. Turn every 10 to 15minutes, brushing baconeachtimewithremainingsugar–maplesyrupmixture.
PREPARETHEHOLLANDAISESAUCE
4 Mixthecanna-butterwiththegrass-fedbutterandsetaside.
5 Fill the bottom of a large pot or double boiler partwaywithwater. Bringwater to a gentle simmer.Placeglass ormetalmixingbowl (or the topof thedouble boiler) over hot water. The bottom of the bowl should not touch thewater.
6 Whisk the egg yolks into the upper bowl and slowly add lemon and limejuices,cayennepepper,Worcestershiresauce,and½tablespoonofwater.
7 Slowlydrizzlethemeltedbuttersintotheeggyolkmixturewhilewhisking.If the sauce begins to get too thick, add another 1 teaspoon of hot water.Continuewhiskinguntil all butter is incorporated.Whisk in salt, remove fromheat,andcovertokeepwarm.
POACHTHEEGGS
8 Fillalargesaucepanhalfwaywithwater.Bringwatertoaboil.Gentlypokeasmallholeinthetopofeacheggwithapinandboilfor10seconds.Removewithaslottedspoon,addvinegartothewater,andbringtoasimmer.
9 Carefullybreakeacheggintoasmallglassbowl.Thiswillensureyouryolkhasnotbroken.
10 Usingacookingspoon,gentlylowereacheggintothesimmeringwater,andcook for 4minutes.Theyolks should still be soft in the center.Remove eggsfromwaterwithaslottedspoonandsetonlargeplatelinedwithapapertowel.
TOFINISH
11 Toast theEnglishmuffinsandspreadwithsoftenedbutter.Add2slicesofbacon to each muffin half, followed by 1 poached egg. Gently cover withhollandaisesauce.Sprinklewithchoppedchivesandserveimmediately.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
CANNA–COCONUTLIMESMOOTHIES
I had my first coconut lime smoothie at a small restaurant whilevisiting Ecuador several years ago, and I fell in love. It tookme awhile, but I was finally able to replicate it andmake it just a littlemore “refreshing.” Be careful, though—it tastes so good and goesdownsosmoothly,it’llknockyoursocksoff.
SERVINGS2
8-ounceservings
PREPTIME10
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.9mg
20%:7.5mg10 ounces coconut milk ½ cup vanilla yogurt 4 teaspoons agave nectar, or 2
teaspoonshoneyJuiceof1lime1 teaspoon extra-virgin canna–coconut oil 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
(sweetenedorunsweetened,yourpreference)¾cupice
1 Placeallingredientsintoablender,makingsuretoplaceiceontop.
2 Blendfor10minutesandservecold.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
TORTILLA DE PATATAS WITH MUSHROOMS &TARRAGON
The flavors of this non-traditional breakfast tortilla complement theslightherbaceousnotesofthecannabis.Themushroomsandtarragonmakefordeliciousadditionstotheotherwisetraditionaltortilla.Note:The size of the skillet you usewill determine how thin or thick thetortillais.Ifyouprefertomakeathicker,fluffiertortilla,usean8-or10-inchskillet.Forathinnertortilla,usea12-inchskillet.
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME15
minutes
COOKTIME25
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5.6mg
15%:8.6mg
20%:11.2mg5eggs2teaspoonsmilk2tablespoonscanna-butter,melted½cupSwisscheese,shredded¼cupchives,
chopped(reservesomeforgarnish)1tablespoontarragon1teaspoonsaltFreshlygroundblackpepper¼cuplightoliveoil½ Spanish onion, chopped 1 cup cremini mushrooms, sliced 1 garlic clove,
minced
1 Yukon Gold potato, peeled, sliced, and lightly sprinkled with salt 1 In alargebowl,whiskeggs,milk,meltedcanna-butter,cheese,chives, tarragon,salt,andpepper.Setaside.
2 Preheat amedium-or large-sized (see headnote), seasoned cast-iron skilletfor1 to2minutes.Addenoughoil tocover thebottomof theskillet.Add theonion and sauté for 3 to 5minutes until translucent.Add themushrooms andsautéuntil theyrelease liquid,about5minutes.Addthegarlicandcontinue tosauté for 2 minutes. Remove the mixture to a plate while you cook yourpotatoes.
3 Cook the potato in your now-empty pan, being careful to keep the slicesseparated so they don’t stick to one another. Turn after 3 minutes. Transferpotatotoaplateandletcoolfor10minutes.
4 Pourtheremainingoilintotheskillet,andreheatonhighfor2minutes.
5 Meanwhile, add the potato and mushrooms to the egg mixture, and pourbackintothepan.Immediatelylowertheheattomedium.
6 Gentlyshakethepanandcookuntil thesidesofthetortillaaresetandthecenterisstartingtoset.
7 Carefullyslidethetortillaontoaplatewiththecookedsidedown.It’sbesttodothisoverasink,beingcautioussoasnottospillanyhotoilontoyourselforothersurfaces.
8 Addmoreoilifnecessarytocoatthebottomandsidesofthepanandreheatovermediumheat.
9 Flipthetortillabackintothepan,uncookedsidedown,andcookuntilset,4to5minutes.Gentlyshakeanduseaspatula ifnecessary toensure the tortilladoesn’tstick.Invertfromthepanontoaplate,andsprinklewithreservedchives.
10 Cutinto8wedgesandserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
WAKE&BAKEBERRYMUFFINS
Theseberrymuffinsaremoistanddeliciousandserveas theperfectcontributiontoanybrunchgathering.
SERVINGS12
muffins
PREPTIME15
minutes
COOKTIME25
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg
FORTHEMUFFINBATTER
1cupwhole-wheatflour1cupall-purposeflour,plus1tablespoon2teaspoonsbakingpowder½teaspoonseasalt1teaspoonconfectioners’sugar½cupfreshblueberries½cupfreshstrawberries½cup freshblackberries or raspberries½ stick creamycanna-butter, softened,
plus½stickgrass-fedbutter,softened¾cuprawcanesugar2eggs1teaspoonalmondextract¼teaspoonlimezest½cupwholemilk
FORTHECRUMBTOPPING1tablespoonwhole-wheatflour1tablespoonall-purposeflour¼stickgrass-fed
butter,diced4tablespoonsrawcanesugar1or2pinchesofcinnamon
1 Preheatovento340ºF.
2 Linemuffintinwithpapermuffincups.
3 Sift1 cupall-purpose flour,1 cupwhole-wheat flour,bakingpowder, andsaltintoalargebowl.
4 In a small bowl, mix together the remaining 1 tablespoon of all-purposeflourwith the confectioners’ sugar. Place berries in a separate bowl. Sprinkleandcoatwiththeflour–confectioners’sugarmixture.
5 In another bowl, cream the canna-butter mixture with cane sugar untilsmooth.Mixineggs,almondextract,andlimezest.
6 Slowlyfoldintheflours,bakingpowder,andsaltmixturewhileaddingthemilk.Gently add the berries to the batter.Donot overmixor youwill endupsmashingtheberries.
7 Carefully spoon the batter into muffin cups. Each muffin cup should bethree-quartersfull.
8 Makethecrumbtoppingbycombiningallthecrumb-toppingingredientsinamediumbowl.Usingtwoknivesorafork,cutthegrass-fedbutterwiththedryingredientstocreate“crumbles.”Sprinkleontopofbatterinthemuffincups.
9 Bakefor25to30minutes,untila toothpickinsertedintothecentercomesoutclean.
10 Letcoolandserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
PEPPERED AVOCADO & EGG WHITES WITHSPINACHONCANNA-BUTTEREDFRENCHBREADCROSTINI
This is oneofmy favorite early-morning recipes. It’s a fun, simple,andsuper-healthybreakfasttogetyougoinganydayoftheweek.
SERVINGS4
PREPTIME15
minutes
COOKTIME10
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.9mg
20%:7.6mg
2ripeavocadosMaldonseasaltWhitesof8largeeggs8slicesFrenchbread8teaspoonscreamycanna-butter¼
cupbaby spinach,uncookedGrass-fedbutteroroil, for the skilletCrushedblackpepper½teaspoonredpepperflakes1 Halveandpit theavocados.Cuttheavocadohalvesintoquarters.Setthemasideinabowlwiththepits(to keep the avocado from turning brown). Sprinkle the avocado quarterswithMaldonseasalt.
2 Separatetheeggwhitesfromtheyolks,keepingeacheggwhiteseparateandreservingtheyolksforanotheruse.
3 Toast the French bread and butter each slice with 1 teaspoon of creamycanna-butter.Place1or2spinachleavesontopofeachpieceofbutteredtoast.
4 Inalightlyoiledskillet,fryeacheggwhiteuntilfirm.Flipandfrytheothersidefor10to15seconds.SeasonwithMaldonseasaltandblackpeppertotaste.Placeaneggontopofthespinachoneachsliceoftoast.
5 Withafork,lightlypresseachquarteredavocadosothatitissomewhatflat.Place a flattened quarter on top of the egg and sprinkle liberally with blackpepper,redpepperflakes,andabitmoreMaldonseasaltbeforeserving.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
CANNA–BANANABREADWITHBLAZEDPECANS
I find thatmost banana breads tend to be rather dry, but this recipeproduces a seriously tasty, moist, and medicinally powerful bananabread.Andwhodoesn’tlikesaying“canna-banana”?
SERVINGS10
PREPTIME15
minutes
COOKTIME1hour
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5.7mg
15%:8.6mg
20%:11.4mgCookingsprayoroiltogreasepan1½cupsall-purposeflour1teaspoonbaking
soda½teaspoonsalt¼cupcreamycanna-butter,softened(orcanna–coconutoil),plus¼cupgrass-
fed butter, softened (or extra-virgin coconut oil) 1 cup raw cane sugar ½teaspoonvanilla2eggs,beaten
4ripebananas,mashed1cupBlazedPecans
1 Preheatovento340ºF.Greaseandlightlyfloura9-by-5-inchloafpan.
2 Inasmallbowl,sifttogetherflour,bakingsoda,andsalt.Setaside.
3 In a large bowl, cream the canna-butter mixture, sugar, vanilla, and eggswithawoodenspoonuntilfluffy.Addinthemashedbananasandpecans.Stirinthedryingredients.
4 Pourthebatterintothepreparedpanandbakefor1hour,oruntilatoothpickinsertedintocentercomesoutclean.Thismaytakeanextra10minutesorso.
5 Remove thebananabread from theovenand letcool for30minutes, thenturnthepanontoawireracktorelease.Serveandenjoy!
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
HazyThaiWings
CHAPTERNO.4
SmallPlates&AppetizersPeasantBreadGrilledCheese•PotatoLatkeswithCanna-PearCrèmeFraîche•BuffaloChickenPoppers•Spinach&FetaCanna-Borekas•
MiniRicottaPineappleCanna-CrepeSoufflés•MauiOnionPotatoPierogi•StonedPepperPecanNoodlePudding•FlyingPigsinBlankets•HazyThaiWings•DeviledEggswithCannabis-InfusedShallots&Cucumber
PEASANTBREADGRILLEDCHEESE
Thesecrettothisrecipeistospreadthecanna-butterontheinsideofeachsliceofbreadtokeepitatacoolertemperaturesoitdoesn’tloseits potency. Otherwise, it’s hard to go wrong with toasted, butterybreadthat’soozingwithmeltedcheese—youhavemyguaranteethat,onceserved,thesewon’tlastlong!
SERVINGS4
PREPTIME10
minutes
COOKTIME20
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg15%:5.7mg20%:7.6mg
8 slices peasant bread, or 4 peasant bread rolls, split 4 tablespoons grass-fedbutter,softened4teaspoonscreamycanna-butter,softenedDijonmustard
2Romatomatoes,slicedthinlylengthwiseintoeighths8slicesHavarticheese8slicesSwisscheese
1 Preheatovento340ºF.
2 Butteronesideofeachsliceofbreadwithgrass-fedbutterandplacebuttersidedownonacookiesheet.
3 Buttertheface-upsideof4slicesofbreadwithcreamycanna-butter.
4 Spread theDijonmustardon the face-up sideof the remaining4 slicesofbread.
5 Position2tomatoslicesontopoftheDijonmustard.
6 Layerthecheesesontopofthetomatoslices.
7 Place the canna-buttered bread on top of the cheese, facedown (regularbuttershouldbeontheoutside).
8 Slidethecookiesheetintotheovenandbakefor10minutes.
9 Usingaspatula,pressdownoneachsandwichtoflattenabit,thenturneachsandwichoverandbake foranadditional10minutes,until toastedandgoldenbrown.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
POTATO LATKES WITH CANNA-PEAR CRÈMEFRAÎCHE
This fun recipe was inspired by my friend Chef Eric Greenspan’sLatkeBiteswithAppleCrèmeFraîche,which isoneofmy favoritenon-infused snacks.Althoughmy recipe is quite different from his,his concept of fruit-infused crème fraîche is a wonderfulcontemporary take on the old-world culinary staple of latkes withapplesauce. To make your own crème fraîche, just mix 1 cupwhipping creamwith 2 tablespoons buttermilk in a glass container.Coverwitha tight-fitting lidand let standat room temperatureuntilvery thick (8 to 24 hours). Stirwell and then refrigerate.Will keeprefrigeratedforupto10days.
SERVINGS18–24
dependingonsize
PREPTIME40
minutes
COOKTIME12–14
minutesperbatchofpancakesAPPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:1.9–2.5mg
15%:2.8–3.8mg
20%:3.8–5.1mg
FORTHEPEARCRÈMEFRAÎCHEJuiceof1lemon2AnjouorBartlettpears,peeled,sliced,andcored4teaspoonsrawcanesugar4teaspoonsbrownsugar2tablespoonscanna-butter,plus2tablespoonsgrass-fedbutterCornstarchslurry
(1teaspooncornstarchmixedwith1teaspoonwater)Dashofcinnamon1cupcrèmefraîche
FORTHELATKES6mediumIdahoorrussetpotatoes1smallonion2eggs,slightlybeaten2tablespoonsflour½teaspoonsaltDashof freshlygroundblackpepper1 teaspoon tarragon, chopped1 teaspoon
chives,minced½teaspoonbakingpowderLightcoconutoiloroliveoilforfryingMAKETHEPEARCRÈMEFRAÎCHE
1 Sprinklelemonjuiceoverpears.
2 Melt the cane sugar, brown sugar, and canna-buttermixture in a nonstickskilletoverlowheat,stirringoccasionally,untilsmooth,about5minutes.Turntheheatuptomedium-lowandaddthepears.Cook,gentlystirringevery5to6minutes, until pears are tender. Add the cornstarch slurry and cinnamon andcook1to2minutesuntilthickened.Removefromtheheat.Drainthesyrupandsetasidetoletcoolfor15minutes.
3 Add2tablespoonsofthecooledpearsaucetothecrèmefraîcheandwhisk
untilincorporated.Refrigeratewhilemakingthepotatolatkes.
MAKETHELATKES
4 Peelthepotatoesandonionandgrateintoalargecolanderorstrainer.
5 Squeeze out as much water as possible from the potatoes and onion andtransfer them to a large bowl. Stir in the eggs. Add the flour, salt, pepper,tarragon,chives,andbakingpowder,andmix.
6 Preheatalargefryingpanfor1minute.Addcoconutoroliveoilandreduceheattomedium.
7 Usingaspoon,dropabout¼-cupdollopsofthepotatomixtureintothepan,flatten,andfryfor6to7minutesoneachsideuntilgoldenbrown.Removewithaslottedspatulaanddrainonaplatelinedwithpapertowelsorbrownpaper.
8 Servewith pear crème fraîche, garnishedwith candied pears and drizzledwithremainingpearsauce.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
BUFFALOCHICKENPOPPERS
Poppin’withflavor,theseweremykids’favoriteSaturday-afternoonsnackbeforeIstartedcookingwithcannabis.Nowthey’reallgrownup—andsoismyrecipe!
SERVINGS8
(approximately8piecesperserving)PREPTIME
20minutes
COOKTIME5–7
minutesperbatch
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:7.6mg
15%:11.4mg
20%:15.2mg1cupflour2teaspoonssalt
1teaspoonbakingpowder1teaspoongarlicpowder1teaspoononionpowder4largeeggs
1cupbreadcrumbs2teaspoonsOldBayseasoning6bonelesschickencutlets,poundedflatandcut
into1-inchbite-sizepiecesOliveoilforfrying2tablespoonscanna–oliveoil,plus2tablespoonslightoliveoilFrank’sBuffalo
WingSauce(oryourfavoritebuffalowingsauce)1 Lineupthreemediumbowls.
2 Inthefirstbowl,sifttogetherflour,1teaspoonsalt,bakingpowder,garlic,andonionpowder.
3 Inthesecondbowl,beattheeggs.
4 Inthethirdbowl,combinebreadcrumbsandOldBayseasoning.
5 Placethechickenpiecesinthefirstbowlandcoatwithflourmixture.
6 Dunk each “floured” chicken piece into the egg and then put it into thebreadcrumbmixturetocoat.
7 Preheatalargefryingpanonhighfor1minute.
8 Add enough olive oil to fill ½ inch from bottom. Reduce the heat tomedium. (Make sure frying pan handle is pointed away from you.) Carefullyplace thecoatedchickenpieces in thepan.Makesure theyarespacedandnotoverlapping.Fryfor5 to7minutesuntilgoldenbrown.Youmighthave todothis inbatches.Removefromtheheat,placeonbrownpaperorapaper towel,anddrizzlewithcanna–oliveoilmixture.
9 SprinklewithmoreOldBay,smotherwithFrank’sBuffaloWingSauceoryourfavoritewingsauce,andserve(withplentyofnapkins!).
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
SPINACH&FETACANNA-BOREKAS
Withflakydoughandaflavorfulfilling,borekascan’tbebeat.You’llbelickingyourfingers—andreachingforanotherone.
SERVINGS12
largeborekas
PREPTIME20
minutes
COOKTIME30
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg15%:5.6mg20%:7.6mg
FORTHEFILLING2tablespoonsoliveoil
½cuponion,diced1poundfreshspinachSeasaltandfreshlygroundblackpepper¼cupcrumbledfetacheese½cupgratedSwisscheese1largeegg,lightlybeaten¼cupchoppedfreshparsley1tablespoonchoppedfreshdill
TOFINISH4tablespoonscreamycanna-butter,plus4tablespoonsgrass-fedbutter,melted6
to8sheetsofphyllodough,thawed1largeeggBlackorregularsesameseeds,forsprinklingMAKETHEFILLING
1 Preheatafryingpanfor1minute.Addtheoliveoiltocoverthebottomofthepan.
2 Sauté the onion until translucent. Add spinach and sauté until wilted andcooked.Addsaltandpeppertotaste.Removefromheatandtransferthemixturetoacolandersuspended ina largebowl.Let itdrain forabout10minutesandthenmove toa largebowl.Addfeta,Swisscheese,egg,parsley,anddill.Mixwell,andagainaddsaltandpeppertotaste.
MAKETHEBOREKAS
3 Preheatovento340ºF.
4 Use a pastry brush to coat the bottomof a cookie sheetwith someof themeltedcanna-buttermixture.
5 Cut the phyllo dough long ways into 5-or 6-inch strips. Stack them andcoverwithatowelsotheydon’tdryout.
6 Workingoneatatime,brusheachstripwithcanna-buttermixture,foldoverlengthwise,andbutteragain.
7 Place1tablespoonofthefillingontheend.Folduplikeaflag,bottomedgetosideedge,thencontinuefoldinguntilyoureachtheendofyourdoughtoformatriangle.Buttertheoutsideattheend.
8 Repeatwiththeremainingfillinganddough.
9 Beat the egg and brush the top of each boreka and sprinkle with sesameseeds.
10 Placetheborekasonthebutteredcookiesheetandbakefor20to25minutesuntilgoldenbrown.Remove,cool,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
MINI RICOTTA PINEAPPLE CANNA-CREPESOUFFLÉS
Oneofmyall-timefavoritedishes!Imake6ministosnackonduringthe week. You can also make one large soufflé by placing all theblintzesontopof themeltedbutter ina largebakingdish.Thenjustpourthesoufflémixtureoverthecrepesandbakefor1hour.
SERVINGS6
2-ounceramekins
PREPTIME15
minutes
COOKTIME1hour
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:7.7mg
15%:11.5mg
20%:15.4mg
FORTHECREPES1cupmilk¼cupcoldwater1cupall-purposeflour1tablespoonsugar2eggs,lightlybeaten¼cupcreamy
canna-butter,meltedandcooled1stickgrass-fedbutter,cold(youwon’tusethewholestick—it’sjusttogreasethepan)FORTHECHEESEFILLING
1 cup ricotta cheese ½ cup mascarpone cheese 3 tablespoons confectioners’sugar¼cupcrushedpineapple,drained1egg
FORTHESOUFFLÉ1stickgrass-fedbutter,melted1cupsugar4eggs1½ cups sour cream 2 teaspoons pineapple juice 2 teaspoons vanilla Pinch of
cinnamon½cupcrushedpineapple½teaspoonsalt
1 Blend together the crepe ingredients:milk, cold water, flour, sugar, eggs,andcanna-butter.
2 Heat a small nonstick pan on medium. Rub the stick of grass-fed butteraroundbottomandsidesofthepan.
3 Pour enough batter into the pan to coat the bottom. Cook for 30 to 40secondsuntilthebattersets.Shakegentlytoloosen.Flip,usingasmallsiliconespatula,andcookanother30to40seconds.Transfertoaplateandrepeatuntilallthebatterisused.
4 In a medium mixing bowl, combine cheese-filling ingredients: ricottacheese, mascarpone cheese, confectioners’ sugar, crushed pineapple, and egg.Mixwell.
5 Place1tablespoonofthecheesefillingineachcrepeandfoldthebottomofthecrepeoverthefilling.Foldinbothsidesandthenrollupoverfoldededgesto
createaclosedlittleblintz.Setasideandrepeat.
6 Preheatovento340ºF.
7 Pour1to2tablespoonsofmeltedbuttertocoverthebottomofeachofsix8-ounceramekins.Place1crepeineachramekin.
8 Blendtheremainingsouffléingredients:sugar,eggs,sourcream,pineapplejuice,vanilla,cinnamon,crushedpineapple,andsalt.Pourthemixtureoverthecrepes, filling each ramekin three-quarters full. Bake for 1 hour until goldenbrownandthenserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
MAUIONIONPOTATOPIEROGI
ThesedeliciousdumplingsareofEasternEuropeanoriginandmakefor a hearty appetizer. Both the dough and the filling are simple tomake,andyoucanhavefundressingthemupwiththetoppingsattheend.
SERVINGS15pierogi
PREPTIME20
minutes
COOKTIME15
minutes
IDLETIME30
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.3mg
15%:4.8mg
20%:6.5mg2cupsflour½teaspoonsalt,plusmoretotaste1egg,lightlybeaten½ cup water, room temperature 2 tablespoons grass-fed butter ¼ cup grated
MauiorVidaliaonion1clovegarlic,pressed2tablespoonscanna-butter,plus2tablespoonsgrass-fedbutter,softened¼cup
shreddedpepperjackcheese1cupcoldmashedpotatoesFreshlygroundblackpepper
1 Sifttogethertheflourand½teaspoonsalt.Addthebeateneggandstiruntila shaggydoughstarts to form.Add thewatera littleata timeuntil thedoughcomes together. Knead for about 5 minutes until the dough is smooth andpliable.Coverwithatowelandletsitfor30minutes.
2 Inthemeantime,meltthegrass-fedbutterinamediumsaucepan.Addonionandsautéuntilgoldenbrown.Addthegarlicandcontinuetosautéfor1minute.Remove from theheat andadd the canna-buttermixture.Mix theonion-buttermixtureandcheeseintomashedpotatoes.
3 Tastetoadjustthesaltandaddfreshlygroundblackpeppertotaste.
4 Rollthedoughoutonaflouredsurfaceto¼-inchthickness.
5 Useacookiecutteroradrinkingglasstocutoutcircles.Ideally,thecirclesshouldbeabout3inchesindiameter.Youcanusethedoughscrapstorerollasecondtime,andpossiblyathirdtimeifthedoughdoesn’tfeeltootough.Afterthat,discardanyscrapsthatremain.
6 Place 1 to 1½ teaspoons of the potato filling on one half of each doughcircle.Foldemptyhalfoverthefillingandcrimpedgeswithfingertipstoclose.Makesuretherearenoopeningsforthefillingtoseepout.Iftheyaredifficulttocrimptogether,wettheedgeswithwaterbeforefoldingover.
7 Fillalargepotwithsaltedwater.Bringtoarapidboil.Droppierogiintothe
rapidly boilingwater and boil for 4 to 6minutes.When they’re fully cooked,they’llstarttorisetothetopofthewater.Removewithaslottedspoon.
8 Youcanserveboiledwithsourcreamandchivesorfryinbutterwithsomeonionsuntilgoldenbrown(myfavorite).
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
STONEDPEPPERPECANNOODLEPUDDING
Thisisalwaysabigholidayhitandtoprequestwithmyfamily.Bothdelicately sweet and pungently spicy, the pudding finds a nicebalance.Pepperloversinparticularwilllapitup.
SERVINGS10
PREPTIME20
minutes
COOKTIME1
hourand10minutesAPPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:2.8mg
15%:4.2mg
20%:5.7mg1package(12ounces)thineggnoodlesorvermicelli1tablespooncanna-butter,
melted,plus¼cupgrass-fedbutter,melted¼cupcoconutoil¾cupcanesugar
¾cupbrownsugar4largeeggs¾teaspoongroundwhitepepper1teaspoonfreshlygroundblackpepperPinch
ofcinnamon1teaspoonseasalt½cupBlazedPecans
1 Preheatovento340ºF.Greasea9-by-13-inchpanandsetaside.
2 Cooknoodlesasperthemanufacturer’sinstructions.Thepastashouldbealdente(cookedyetfirm).Rinseincoldwater,drain,anddrizzlewith1tablespoonofmeltedcanna-buttermixture.Setaside.
3 In a saucepan, heat the coconut oil and sugars on low until they start tobubble (they will be grainy, but don’t worry; they will dissolve when youcombinewith thenoodles).Whenbubbling, immediately turnoff theheat andmixintheremainingcanna-buttermixture.Addthenoodlesandstiruntilthey’reevenlycoated.Letcooltoroomtemperature.
4 Whilecooling,beattheeggs,peppers,cinnamon,andsalt.Addthismixturetotheroom-temperaturenoodlemixture.Tossinthepecans.
5 Pourintothepreparedpanandbakeat340ºFfor50minutes.
6 Remove from the oven. If it’s not perfectly set, or if youneed tomake itaheadtoeatlater,youcancoveritandputitintherefrigeratorfor1hour.
7 Serveimmediately,or,ifyou’verefrigeratedit,rewarmitintheovenfor15minutesat300˚F.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
FLYINGPIGSINBLANKETS
This is a classic appetizer that’s always a big hit. It’s one of mysimplestparty recipes—andavery tastyoneat that!A fewof theseperpersonaresuretogetthingsofftoafunstart.
SERVINGS24
(1pig-in-blanket)servings
PREPTIME20
minutes
COOKTIME15
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:1.2mg15%:1.9mg20%:2.5mg
3 packages refrigerated biscuit dough 1 tablespoon canna–olive oil, plus 3
tablespoons light olive oil 2 tablespoons spicy brownmustard 24mini hotdogsor8hotdogscutinto24pieces1eggyolk,beaten
1 Separate biscuit dough sections and place on a parchment paper–linedcookiesheet.
2 In a small bowl,whisk together the canna–olive oilmixture andmustard.Brusheachbiscuitwiththismixture.
3 Place 1 hot dog on top of each biscuit andwrap biscuit dough around it.Placeitseamsidedownonbakingsheet.Brushthetopofeachhotdogwitheggyolk.
4 Bakefor12to15minutesuntilbiscuitsaregoldenbrown,thenwatchthemdisappearonceyouservethem.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
HAZYTHAIWINGS
ThisrecipeisanodetoPokPok,ChefAndyRicker’srenownedThaistreet-foodrestaurant.ThefirsttimeIhadauthenticThaiwingswasatPok Pok Noi in Portland, while visiting Chef Adrian Hale ofCommunalTable—andIfellinlove.Fordays,allIcouldthinkaboutwashow to re-create theseawesomewingswithone (or two)addedingredients. And here you have it! You’ll never look at wings thesamewayagain,guaranteed.
SERVINGS4
(4–5wingsperserving)
PREPTIME30
minutes
COOKTIME30
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:6.5mg
15%:9mg20%:13mg
½cuprawcanesugar½cupAsianfishsauce3tablespoonsketchup1½ tablespoons chili garlic sauce (Sambal) 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1
teaspoonricevinegar1cupcornstarch1teaspoongarlicpowder2 pounds chicken wings, rinsed and patted dry Extra-virgin coconut oil for
frying 1 tablespoon canna–coconut oil, plus 3 tablespoons extra-virgincoconut oil Toasted Peanuts&Garlic (see sidebar) 4 tablespoons cilantro,chopped1 Placesugarinafoodprocessorandgrinduntilveryfine.
2 Inamediumbowl,combinethefishsauce,ketchup,sugar,chiligarlicsauce,limejuice,andricevinegar.Setaside.
3 Inashallowdish, sift thecornstarchandgarlicpowder.Toss thewings inthecornstarchmixturetocoat.
4 Heatalargeskilletonthestovetopfor1minuteonhigh.Addenoughextra-virgin coconut oil to fry, about 2 inches from the bottom of the pan. Fry the
wingsuntilgoldenbrown.Removewithslottedspoonanddrainonbrownpaper.
5 Preheatovento340ºF.
6 Placethefriedwingsonalightlygreasedbakingsheetanddrizzleeachwingwith1teaspoonofcanna–coconutoilmixture.Bakefor7to8minutes.
7 Inacleanskillet,heatthesauceonmediumuntilsyrupy,about5minutes.
8 Remove the wings from the oven and toss with the sauce until evenlycoated.Tossinthepeanutsandgarlic.
9 Garnishwithcilantroandservealongsideacupofcarrotsticksandcelerycurls.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
CELERYCURLSCutceleryinto6–inchpieces,sliceinhalflengthwise,makelengthwisecutsalmosttocenterandrepeattocreateslivers.
Refrigerateinicewateruntilsliverscurl.
ToastedPeanuts&Garlic
¼cuprawpeanuts,crushed4clovesgarlic,chopped1teaspooncoconutoilDashofsalt
In a small bowl, mix peanuts and garlic with coconut oil and a dash of salt.
Spreadevenlyonasmallpanandroastat325ºFfor30minutes,untiltoastedandbrowned.Removeandletcool.
DEVILED EGGS WITH CANNABIS-INFUSEDSHALLOTS&CUCUMBER
Believe it or not, this is a big Mother’s Day brunch favorite. Inaddition to lookingscrumptious, the“cannabinized”shallotscoupledwiththecrispycucumberarethesecret—acombinationnomother(orprettymuchnooneelse,forthatmatter)canresist.
SERVINGS12
deviled-egghalves
PREPTIME30
minutes
COOKTIME10
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:2.8mg
15%:4.2mg
20%:5.6mg6eggs1shallot,slicedthinordicedsmall(whateveryouprefer)1teaspoonlightolive
oil 1½ tablespoons canna-butter ½ thin leek, sliced thin 2 tablespoonsmayonnaise2teaspoonsDijonmustard½teaspoonsalt,plusmoretotaste½Persianorhothousecucumber,juliennedorslicedverythinCayennepepper
1 Boileggsfor10minutesuntilhard-boiled.
2 While eggs are boiling, sauté the shallot in olive oil until translucent andlightbrown.Removefromtheheatanddrainoil.Addthecanna-butterandleektotheshallotinthewarmpanandgentlymixtocoat.Movethemixturetoacoolbowlandsetaside.
3 Removetheeggsandplaceincoldwater.Rolleacheggonahardsurfacetocrackitsshell,andthenpeelitundercoldwater.Cuttheeggsinhalflengthwise.
4 Remove the yolks and place them in a mixing bowl. Add mayonnaise,mustard,andsalt toeggyolks,andwhiskuntilcreamy.Mix in theshallotandleek(Iliketosetsomeasidetoaddtothegarnishlater).
5 Placetheeggyolkmixture inaziplockbaggieorpastry-pipingbagwitharoundnozzle.Cutoffa¼-inch tip fromonecornerof thebaggie.Squeeze theeggyolkmixtureintotheeggwhitehalves.
6 Garnishwithcucumberslices,sprinklewithcayennepepper,andvoilà!
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
KrazyKale&HempSeedSaladwithCurriedOrangeDressing
CHAPTERNO.5
Soups,Salads&SidesFive-PepperBlazedPOTatoes•Canna-ButteredGarlicBroccoli&
Cauliflower•Canna–CaesarSaladwithGrilledChicken•SesameCanna–ChickenSaladwithStrawberryCanna-SesameDressing•KrazyKale&HempSeedSaladwithCurriedOrangeDressing•InfusedPumpkinLambSoup•PotzoBallSoup•ForbiddenFantasyRice•Canna–GarlicWasabiMash•Charred-TipGlazedBrusselsSproutswithCanna–SesameOil•
SweetMangoRice•SpikedSpanishRiceSoup
FIVE-PEPPERBLAZEDPOTATOES
Thesefive-pepperPOTatoesarelikeafive-alarmfireofdeliciousness(not heat)—but you can alter the amount of jalapeño to increase ordecreasethelevelofspiceaccordingtotaste.
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME20
minutes
COOKTIME30–40minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.5mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7mgOliveoil,forsautéing1largesweetonion,diced½teaspoonsalt
5 large Idaho potatoes,washed, unpeeled, diced into½-inch cubes 1 teaspooncoarsely crushed black pepper¼ cupwhite wine (I prefer Riesling) 1 redpepper,diced
1yellowpepper,diced1jalapeñopepper,slicedthin1tablespooncanna–oliveoil, plus 3 tablespoons light olive oil 1 tablespoon grass-fed butter 2teaspoonschiligarlicsauce(alsoknownasSambal)Salt
1 Preheatlargeskilletfor1minuteonhigh.Addenougholiveoiltocoatthebottomofpan.Addtheonionandsaltandsautéuntilonionistranslucent.Addpotatoes and black pepper. Continue to sauté for 10 to 12 minutes, stirringoccasionally.
2 Pour in the white wine and scrape the bottom of the pan to deglaze thecrispybits thathave formedon thebottom.Add the red,yellow, and jalapeñopeppers. Cover and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, until all the liquid is absorbed.Lowertheheattoasimmerandaddthecanna–oliveoilmixtureandgrass-fed-butter.Gentlymixuntilpotatoesareevenlycoated.
3 Addchiligarlicsauceandlightlytoss.Salttotaste,ifnecessary.
4 Useaslottedspoontotransfertoaservingdishandservewarm.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
CANNA-BUTTERED GARLIC BROCCOLI &CAULIFLOWER
Likeprettymucheveryoneelse,IhatedbroccoliwhenIwasgrowingup.Butwhenmy first boyfriend introducedme to buttered broccoliwith garlic, I was smitten (admittedly, butter and garlicmakemostthings tasteprettygreat).Here, I’vedoctored the recipeabit furtherforyouwithsometurmericandlemon.
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME20
minutes
COOKTIME5–8minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:2.9mg
15%:4.3mg
20%:5.8mg2teaspoonsoliveoil3tablespoonsgrass-fedbutter2clovesgarlic,pressed1teaspoonturmeric2 tablespoons creamy canna-butter 2 cups broccoli florets 2 cups cauliflower
florets2tablespoonswater¼ cup toasted almond slivers (optional) 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon
lemonzestMaldonseasalt
1 Preheatlargesaucepotfor1minuteonmediumheat.
2 Addtheoliveoil,grass-fedbutter,garlic,andturmeric.Stirtomixwell.Addinthecanna-butter,melt,andstir.Immediatelyaddthebroccoliandcauliflowerandstirtocoat.
3 Add2 tablespoonswater.Cover and let steamonmediumheat for 4 to 5minutes.
4 Remove from heat; add the slivered almonds (if using), lemon juice, andlemon zest; and stir. Cover for another 2 to 3minutes to allow all flavors tosettle.
5 Transfer to serving dish and flavor to taste with Maldon sea salt beforeeating.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
CANNA–CAESAR SALAD WITH GRILLEDCHICKEN
This is a great café-style lunch. The lemon zest makes for a nicetouch,especiallywith theextraherbalflavorof thecannabis-infuseddressing.
SERVINGS12
sidesalads/6entréesPREPTIME
30minutes
COOKTIME15
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING(WITHOUTCANNA-CROUTONS)*
10%:2.5–5mg
15%:3.8–7.6mg
20%:5–10mg
4 cups romaine lettuce, torn or as chiffonade (see sidebar) 6 chicken breasts,grilled and cut into 2-inch strips 6 anchovy fillets packed in oil 1mediumgarlicclove
Salt2largeeggyolks2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, zest from lemon reserved ¾ teaspoon Dijon
mustard 2 tablespoons canna–olive oil, plus¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 4tablespoons finely grated Parmesan Freshly ground black pepper 2 cupsCanna-Croutons
1 Placethelettuceinalargebowl.Addthechickenandtoss.
2 Chop the anchovies, garlic, and½ teaspoon salt together, andmash into apaste.
3 Whisktogethertheeggyolks,lemonjuice,andDijonmustard.
4 Addtheanchovy-garlicpasteandcontinuetowhiskuntilthickandsmooth.Slowlywhisk in the canna–olive oilmixture until the dressing emulsifies andbecomesthick.ContinuetowhiskandslowlyaddtheParmesancheese.Addthereservedlemonzestandsaltandpeppertotaste.
5 Adddressingtolettuceandchicken.Addcroutons,toss,andserve.
Canna-Croutons
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME5
minutes
COOKTIME20
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:1.3mg
15%:1.9mg
20%:2.6mg
8piecesofbread(yourchoice)1teaspooncanna-oil3tablespoonsextra-virginoliveoil½teaspoondriedoregano½teaspoondried
basil½teaspoondriedrosemary1teaspoonsalt
Tear the bread into 1-inch pieces and put it in a large bowl.Mix together thecanna-oil,extra-virginoliveoil,driedoregano,driedbasil,driedrosemary,andsalt.Coatbreadpiecesevenly.Placeonabakingsheetandbakeat340ºFfor20minutes.Checkandtosseveryfewminutesorso.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
SESAME CANNA–CHICKEN SALAD WITHSTRAWBERRYCANNA-SESAMEDRESSING
This colorful grilled chicken salad is a fan favorite. It’s the perfectbalance of sweet and savory. The salad not only is light, simple tomake,andchock-fullofflavor,butalsokicksinprettyquicklysincethe cannabinoids are in the dressing and are therefore easilymetabolized.
SERVINGS12
sidesalads/6entrées
PREPTIME40
minutes
COOKTIME8–10minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:2.5–5mg
15%:3.8–7.6mg
20%:5–10mg
FORTHECHICKENANDMARINADE6boneless,skinlesschickenbreasts¼cuphoisinsauce¼cupbarbecuesauce½teaspoonkoshersalt2tablespoonssesameoil(plain)½cupwater
FORTHEDRESSING½cupstrawberries,muddled2 tablespoons canna–sesame oil, plus 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil¼ cup
sesameoil(plain)3tablespoonsricevinegar¼teaspoondrymustard1teaspoonmincedgarlic½tablespoonstrawberryjamPinchofsaltandfreshlygroundblackpepperFORTHESALAD3cupskale,tornoraschiffonade3cupsbabygreens1cupgreencabbage,shredded1cupredcabbage,shredded1cupbrusselssprouts,shredded1cupbroccoliflorets2 blood oranges, divided into supremes (remove the membrane; see sidebar,
below),or1smallcanmandarinoranges¾cupstrawberries,sliced1mango,diced1cupsnowpeas1Italiancucumber,slicedthin½packagedryinstantramennoodles,crumbled3
teaspoonssesameseeds
MARINATETHECHICKEN
1 Poundthechickenbreastsuntilthesidesareeven.
2 Mixthehoisinsauce,barbecuesauce,koshersalt,andplainsesameoilinto½cupofwaterandstirwell.Pourthemixtureintoa1-gallonziplockbag,thenaddthechickenandmarinateintherefrigeratorforatleast4hoursorovernight.
3 Grillfor4to5minutesoneachside.Iliketorotateeachside45ºhalfwaythroughcookingtime.Removefromthegrillandletcool5minutes.Cutchickenbreastsintobite-sizepieces.
MAKETHEDRESSING
4 Makethedressingbymixingalltheingredientstogetherinasmallbowl.Setasidetolettheflavorsdevelop.
TOFINISHTHESALAD
5 Toss the kale, baby greens, green cabbage, red cabbage, brussels sprouts,and broccoli. Topwith themarinated chicken, orange supremes, strawberries,mango,snowpeas,andcucumber.
6 Drizzlewiththesaladdressingandsprinklewithcrushedramennoodlesandsesameseedsbeforeserving.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
KNIFESKILLS:ORANGESUPREMES
Cutofftopandbottomoforangesothatitsfleshisvisible.Followingthecontouroftheorange,cutthepeelofftheorangeasclosetothefleshasyoucan.Sliceintoeachsectionasclosetothemembraneaspossible.Each“supreme”shouldeasilyfallout.
KRAZY KALE & HEMP SEED SALAD WITHCURRIEDORANGEDRESSING
Betweenthecitrusandavocado,thissaladisCaliforniainabowl.It’sgreat for serving a crowd, and it’s refreshing enough to eat nearlyeveryday.
SERVINGS12
sidesalads/6entrées
PREPTIME30
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:2.5–5mg15%:3.8–7.6mg
20%:5–10mg
FORTHESALAD2buncheskale1cupcherrytomatoes,halved(about½pint)½cupredonions,thinlyslicedinto
half-moons½cupjicama,peeledandcubed(about¼pound)1cupseedlessmandarinornavelorange,dividedintosupremes(removethemembrane;seesidebar),or1largecanmandarinoranges,drained2avocados,sliced
1tablespooncanna–oil,plus1tablespoonsesameoil½teaspoonseasalt¼cuphempseedPomegranateseeds(optional,forsomeaddedcolor,sweetness,andcrunch)FOR
THEDRESSING1cuporangejuice(nopulp)1smallgarlicclove,minced2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons canna–oil, plus 1 tablespoon
sesameoil¼teaspoondrymustard½teaspooncurrypowder
1 Slicekaleleavesoffthestemsandchop.Addthetomatoes,onions,jicama,andmandarinsupremes,andtoss.
2 Slice avocados into a separate bowl (put the pits in bowl to keep theavocadosfromturningbrown).Drizzletheavocadoswith2tablespoonscanna–sesame oil mixture. Add the avocados (remove the pits now) to the salad;sprinklewithsaltandhempseeds(andpomegranateseeds,ifusing).
3 Whisk together salad dressing ingredients. Drizzle the dressing over thesaladandtoss.
4 Sprinklewithadditionalhempseeds,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
INFUSEDPUMPKINLAMBSOUP
Thisisoneofmyfavoritefallrecipes.Notonlyisituniqueandquitetasty,butthepresentationisalotoffun.Ifyouuseafreshpumpkin(insteadof cannedpuree), you can create a fun servingbowl that issure to get your guests oohing and aahing—and talking about yourincrediblesoupforalongtimetocome.
SERVINGS10
PREPTIME45
minutes
COOKTIME1hour
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:4.6mg
15%:6.8mg
20%:9.2mg
20%:9.2mg1mediumpumpkinOlive oil for sautéing½ cup finely chopped sweet onion 2 pounds lamb neck
withbonesSalt2½teaspoonsmincedgarlic⅓cupslicedcarrot,inrounds⅓cupslicedparsnip,
in rounds⅓ cup celery, sliced 2 tablespoons canna-butter 5 cups chickenstock⅓ cup dark brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ¾ teaspoongroundginger½teaspoonmace
5wholecloves¼teaspoonnutmegSeasaltFreshlygroundblackpepper¼cupcornstarch
¾cuphalf-and-half1 Cutthetopoffthepumpkin(seesidebar),scoopouttheseedsandsetthemaside,andthrowoutthefibers.Usingastiffmetalspoon,scrapeout¼inchofthefleshandcutintosmallpieces,ifnecessary.
2 Preheatlargesouppotfor1minute.Addenougholiveoiltosauté.Addtheonionandsautéuntiltranslucent.
3 Add the lamb and 1½ teaspoons salt. Continue to sauté until the lamb islightlycookedandtheonionisbrowned.
4 Add the garlic, carrot, parsnip, and celery. Stir and continue to sauté forabout2minutes.Lowerheattosimmerandaddthecanna-butter.Stirtillmeltedandeverythingiscoated.
5 Add chicken stock and bring to boil. Lower heat and add the pumpkin,brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger,mace, cloves, nutmeg, sea salt to taste, and 1teaspoonpepper.
6 Gentlystir,thenlowerheatandsimmerfor1hour.
7 Preheatovento300ºF.
8 Tosspumpkinseedswithalittleoliveoilandsalt.Toastpumpkinseedsinovenfor20minutesuntilcrispandbarelybrownalongedgesofseeds.Removeandsetasideforgarnish.
9 Inasmallbowlormeasuringcup,stircornstarchintohalf-and-halfandadd
tosimmeringsoup.Raiseheattomedium;stirfrequently.Whensoupthickens,reduceheatandsimmerfor20minutes.Saltandpeppertotaste.
10 Transfer to “pumpkin serving bowl,” garnishwith roasted pumpkin seeds,replace“lid,”andvoilà!
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
HOWTOMAKEA“PUMPKINSERVINGBOWL”
Useasharpknifetosliceathinlineallaroundthepumpkinapproximately2inchesbelowthestem.Usingthatasyourguide,inserttheknifeintothepumpkinalongthetopofthelineata45ºangle.Repeataroundpumpkin,every1inch,tocreatetriangles.Whenyouaredone,itshouldlooklikejaggedteethallaroundthepumpkin.Lifttopoffpumpkinandyourbowlisreadytogo.
InfusedPumpkinLambSoup
POTZOBALLSOUP
Try this contemporary twist on an old favorite. This is not yourmama’smatzoballsoup—butwiththeaddedTHCandCBD,I’msureshe’llkvellwithsheerdelight.Tastymedicatedmatzoballs?What’snottolove,bubby!
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME40
minutes
COOKTIME1
hourand30minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg15%:5.7mg20%:7.6mg
FORTHEBROTH
10cupswater1wholechicken, cut intoeighths1beefbone (optional, for aheartier soup)1
cupcarrots,inrounds(reserve½cup)1cupcelery,sliced(reserve½cup)1celery root,whole or halved to fit in pot½ cup parsnip, cubed (reserve¼cup)½cupturnip,inrounds(reserve¼cup)1mediumSpanishonion,diced
4sprigsfreshdill(reserve1sprig)1bayleaf¼teaspoonturmeric2teaspoonsblackpeppercorns3to5wholecloves1teaspoonkoshersalt
FORTHEPOTZOBALLS1cupmatzomeal2teaspoonsbakingpowderSaltandpepper4eggs1 tablespoon canna–olive oil, plus 3 tablespoons light olive oil 4 tablespoons
seltzerorsodawater1 Fillalargesouppotwith10cupswater.
2 Placethechicken,beefbone(ifusing),carrots,celery,celeryroot,parsnip,turnip,onion, anddill in a soup sockorwrapand tie in cheesecloth.Addbayleaf,turmeric,peppercorns,cloves,andsalt.Bringtoaboil,thenreduceheatandsimmerfor1hour.
3 Removethechickenandsetaside.
4 Removethevegetablesanddiscard.
MAKETHEPOTZOBALLS
5 Inamediumbowl,mix together thematzomeal,bakingpowder, salt, andpepper.
6 Inanotherbowl,whisktogethereggs,canna–oliveoilmixture,andseltzerorsodawater.
7 Adddryingredientstothewetingredientsandmixwell.
8 Coverandrefrigeratefor30minutes.
TOFINISH
9 Bring the soup to a boil. Using an ice cream scoop for uniformity, dropmatzoballsintothesimmeringsoup.Addthereservedvegetables,reduceheat,andsimmerfor30minutes.
10 Shred the chicken and place it in serving bowls.Add the broth and potzoballsandserveimmediately.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
FORBIDDENFANTASYRICE
This is someprettyheady stuff: delicious,beautiful, and fast-acting.Becausethecanna-oilcoats thericeandthericedoesn’tabsorbit, itwillenteryoursystemalotfasterthanifitwascookedin.Goeasyifyou’reusingahigh-THCstrain.
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME10
minutes
COOKTIME40
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg
3½cupswater2cupsblackforbiddenrice1 teaspoonfreshginger,peeledandgrated1clove
garlic, minced 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 tablespoon canna–coconut oil 2teaspoonstoastedsesameoil¼cupricevinegar
1pear,diced¼cupdriedcherries
1 Inamediumsaucepan,bringthewater,rice,ginger,garlic,andkoshersalttoaboilovermediumheat.Reducetheheattoasimmer,addthecanna–coconutoil,andcover.
2 Cookuntil therice is tender,about30minutes.Removefromtheheatandlet sit for 5 minutes, covered. Fluff with a fork and add the sesame oil, ricevinegar,pear,andcherries.
3 Transfertoservingbowlandservewarm.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
CANNA–GARLICWASABIMASH(CAULIFLOWER,TURNIPS&PARSNIPS)
I love this take onmashed potatoes, which uses other root veggiesalongwithwasabiandgingerforanexotictwist.
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME45
minutes
COOKTIME30
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5.7mg
15%:8.6mg
20%:11.5mg1 largeheadofgarlic,whole1headcauliflower, florets4parsnips,cut into1-
inchpieces4turnips,cutintoquarters¼teaspoongratedginger1teaspoonwasabipowder½stickcreamycanna-butter,softened,plus½stickgrass-fedbutter½cupmilk½cupsourcream
Saltandfreshlygroundblackpepper1 Preheatovento400ºF.
2 Wrapthegarlicheadintinfoilandbakefor30minutes.
3 Boil the cauliflower, parsnips, and turnips until soft, about 20 minutes.Transfercookedvegetablestoalargebowl(ordrainwaterandleavevegetablesinpot).
4 Squeeze the cloves of softened roasted garlic into the vegetables.Add theginger,wasabipowder,andcanna-buttermixture,thenmash.Slowlyaddinthemilkandsourcream.Continuemashingtodesiredconsistency.
5 Addsaltandpeppertotaste,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
CHARRED-TIP GLAZED BRUSSELS SPROUTSWITHCANNA–SESAMEOIL
ThesearebrusselssproutswithanAsianinfluence.Thefishsauceandsesameoiladdarich,deepflavorthatmakesthisdishstandoutfromtheusualvegetablelineup.
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME30
minutes
COOKTIME40–45minutestotal
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg
2clovesgarlic,minced¼cupcrushedrawpeanuts20brusselssprouts,slicedinhalflengthwise3teaspoonsVietnamesefishsauce
¼cupnon-infusedsesameoil2tablespoonshoisinsauceCrushedredpepperflakes
1tablespooncanna–oil,plus1tablespoontoastedsesameoil1 Preheatovento375ºF.Gently toast half of theminced garlic and the crushed peanuts in asmallpanoverlowheatuntillightlybrownedandfragrant,7to10minutes.Removeandletcool.
2 Whilethepeanutsandgarlicaretoasting,drizzlebrusselssproutswithfishsauce,toss,andletmarinatefor20to25minutes.
3 In a small bowl, mix together the non-infused sesame oil, hoisin sauce,crushedredpepperflakes,andremaininggarlic.
4 Drainthefishsaucefromthebrusselssprouts.Tossthenon-infusedsesameoilmixture inwith thebrussels sprouts, and transfer to a lightlygreased largebakingdish,cutsideup.Bakefor12to15minutes,untildeeplybrownedbutnotquitecharred.
5 Evenlydrizzlethecanna–oilmixtureoverthebrusselssproutsandthenflip.
6 Setoventobroil.Returnthebrusselssproutstoovenandbakeforanother2to 3minutes until the outside of each begins to char.Watch carefully so theydon’tburn,anddonotleavethemintheovenformorethan3moreminutes.
7 Removefromtheovenandaddthetoastedgarlicandnuts.Tossuntilevenlycoated,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
SWEETMANGORICE
IfyoulikeThaistickyrice,you’ll lovethisdeconstructedversionoftheoriginal,which is not too sticky andnot too sweet.With a littlemagicalingredient,itcomesprettyclosetoperfection!
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME15
minutes
COOKTIME20
minutes
IDLETIME40
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg2cupswhiterice1 tablespoon canna–coconut oil 3 tablespoons extra-virgin coconut oil 4 cups
salted water 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk ½ cup raw cane sugar ½teaspoonsalt
¼cupsweetenedshreddedcoconut1 largemango,peeled,pitted,andcut intoeitherslicesorsmallcubes(whateveryouprefer)Juiceof1lime
1tablespoonsesameseeds,lightlytoasted1 Inamediumsaucepan,combinetherice,canna–coconutoil,andextra-virgincoconutoilwith4cupsofsaltedwater.Bringtoaboil,thenimmediatelycoverandreducetoasimmer.Cookuntilallthewaterisabsorbed,about20minutes.
2 In a separate saucepan, bring the coconut milk, sugar, and salt to a boil.Removefromtheheatandmixinshreddedcoconut.
3 Whenthericeisfinishedcooking,pourthecoconutmilkmixtureoveritandstirtocombine.Coverthepotwithakitchentowelandreplacethelid.Letthericesitforabout40minutestoabsorbthecoconutmilk.
4 Inthemeantime,preparethemangobycombiningitwiththejuiceof1lime.Tosstocoverthoroughlyandletitsitforafewminutestoallowtheflavorstodevelop.
5 Whenyou’rereadytoserve,putthericeinaservingdishandtopwiththemangopieces.Sprinklewithsesameseeds,andvoilà!
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
SPIKEDSPANISHRICESOUP
Warm, hearty, and mildly spicy, this zesty soup takes you on acomfortingjourneyofacousticguitarsandLatinromance.Bestservedwithtortillachipsorcrostini.
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME20
minutes
COOKTIME3
hoursand30minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg10plumtomatoes
2 tablespoons non-infused extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons salt, plusmore totaste½teaspoonfreshlygroundblackpepper¼cuporzo
½ cup long-grain white rice 1 tablespoon canna–olive oil, plus 3 tablespoonsextra-virginoliveoil5cupschickenstock
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped 1 large Spanish yellow onion,chopped2carrots,peeledandchopped¼cupcelery,chopped
1 jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced 1½ teaspoons smoked sweet paprika 1 cupcookedshreddedchicken½cupsweetcorn
4clovesgarlic,chopped2freshbayleavesSmokedsalt
1 Preheatovento325ºF.
2 BlanchandpeelplumtomatoesbymakingasmallXwithaparingknifeonthebottomendofeachtomato.Bringapotofwatertoaboilandsubmergethetomatoesintheboilingwaterfor20to25secondsuntiltheXstartstopeelaway.Plunge the tomatoes into an ice bath for aminute.Start at theX andpeel theskinsoffthetomatoesanddiscard.Thepeelshouldsliderightoff.
3 Tossthepeeledwholetomatoeswith1tablespoonofnon-infusedoliveoil,1teaspoonsalt,andtheblackpepper.Placeinroastingpan.Roasttomatoesfor2hours.
4 Addorzoand rice to canna–oliveoilmixture and lightly toast for about2minutes,coatingevenly.Add1cupofchickenstockandsimmerfor20minutes.Fluffriceandorzo,addthecilantro,andsetaside.
5 Inalargesouppot,sautéonion,carrots,celery,andjalapeñopepperwith1teaspoonsaltandpaprikaintheremaining1tablespoonofnon-infusedoliveoiluntilonionislightlybrowned.
6 Addremaining4cupsofchickenstock,shreddedchicken,corn,garlic,andbayleaves.Bringtoaboil,thenreduceheatandsimmerfor90minutes.Removethe tomatoes from the oven and puree. Add tomato puree to the soup andcontinuetosimmerfor30minutes.
7 Place2tablespoonsofthericeandorzoineachsoupbowl,coverwithsoup,
sprinklewithsmokedsalt,andvoilà!
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
CHAPTERNO.6
VegetarianMainsChickpea&EggplantCanna-Tajine•InfusedWildMushroomRisotto•InfusedFire-RoastedVeggies•Canna-ChiliTarragonCauliflower•420ChefQuinoawithCandiedEggplantBacon(Vegan)•Canna-Cowboy
Salad•TricolorCanna-Beet&WatermelonSalad•InfusedFire-RoastedVeggieLasagna•BuzzedChickpeaCurry&Canna-ButteredSaffronRice•Fakin’“Bakin’”VeggieCheeseburger•ZucchiniCanna-Kugelwith
CaramelizedLeeks
CHICKPEA&EGGPLANTCANNA-TAJINE
ThisreallyfunanddeliciouscollaborationwithChefAdrianHaleisaone-of-a-kind dish that will have your friends and family (even thenon-vegetarian ones!) asking for more and begging for the recipe.Youcanmakethisandserveit inaDutchoven—butforabeautifulandauthenticpresentation,it’sworthinvestinginatajine.
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME1hour
COOKTIME1
hourand10minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg15%:5.7mg20%:7.6mg
7clovesgarlic,minced4 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste 1-inch knob fresh ginger, grated Small
handfuloffreshcilantro,destemmedandchopped(about1cup),plusmoreforgarnishSmallhandfuloffreshparsley,destemmedandchopped(about1cup)1tablespooncanna–oliveoil,plus3tablespoonsextra-virginoliveoil1largeeggplant
Oliveoilforbrushingeggplant2cupscannedchickpeas,drained1(8-ounce)jaroil-packedsun-driedtomatoes28-ounce-canwholepeeledtomatoes,drainedGenerouspinchofsaffron
2tablespoonshotwater2teaspooncinnamon2teaspoonsturmeric½teaspoonfreshlygroundblackpepperGoodgratingoffreshnutmeg¼cuphoney2redonions,sliced1lemon¼cupyogurt,forgarnish¼cupalmonds, toastedand roughlychopped5or6Medjooldates,pittedand
cut into small pieces 1 Mince and mash the garlic with salt to create apaste. Add in the ginger, cilantro, and parsley and continue to mince andmash to create a paste. Transfer the paste into small bowl andmixwith 4tablespoonsofthecanna–oliveoilmixturetocreatemarinade.
2 Preheatovento400ºF.
3 Slice the eggplant into 1-inch steaks. Cut a “crosshatch” diamond patternintoeach side.Brushboth sidesof each steakwitholiveoil and sprinklewithsalt.Placeonlightlyoiledcookiesheetandbroileachsidefor7to10minutes.Eggplantsteaksshouldappeardarkbrownandcaramelized,butthefleshshouldstillbefirm.Removeandletcool.
4 Carefully slice off peel and cube the roasted eggplant. Place the eggplantcubes and chickpeas in a large bowl and add garlic pastemarinade. Toss andrefrigerateforatleast2hours.
5 Combine the whole jar of sun-dried tomatoes (including the oil), drained
whole tomatoes, and 1 teaspoon of salt in a food processor and puree untilsmooth.Placethemixtureinamediumsaucepanovermediumheatandsimmeruntilstickyandreducedbyhalf,about30minutes.Stiroccasionallysothepastedoesn’tsticktothebottomofthepotandburn.
6 Whilethetomatoesarecooking,putapinchofsaffronin2tablespoonsofhotwaterandletitsteepforatleast20minutes.
7 Remove the tomato jam from the heat and add saffron water, cinnamon,turmeric,blackpepper,nutmeg,andhoney.
8 Preheatovento340ºF.
9 Scatterslicedredonionsonthebottomofan11-to12-inchtajineorsimilar-sizedDutchoven.Pour the tomato jamover theonions.Cut the lemon inhalfandsqueezethejuiceontothetomato-and-onionmixture.Tosstocoat.
10 Placethemarinatedeggplantandchickpeasontop,andcoverwiththelid.
11 Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, until the onions are soft and saucelike.Uncover and raise the heat to broil for about 5 minutes until eggplant andchickpeasarelightlybrownedontop.
12 Toserve,addadollopofyogurt,andthenjauntilyscatterthealmonds,dates,andreservedcilantrooverthetop.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
INFUSEDWILDMUSHROOMRISOTTO
This collaborationwithGoogleChef J. P.Reyes is rich andbutteryandservesasagreatmaindishforvegetarians.Youcansubstitutethecanna-butter with canna–coconut oil (not extra-virgin coconut oil,though,becauseof itspronouncedcoconut flavor) tomake thisdishvegan.
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME30
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:6.6mg
15%:10mg
20%:13.2mg
FORTHEMUSHROOMS3tablespoonsextra-virginoliveoil¾cupwildmushrooms
Salt and freshlygroundblackpepper¾cup creminimushrooms, leftwhole ifsmall,otherwisequartered1mediumgarlicclove,peeled1tablespoongrass-fedbutter1mediumshallot,minced
2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped 2 teaspoons Italian parsley, chopped 1tablespoontomatopaste
½cupwhitewine3cupsvegetablestock2cupswater1tablespooncanna-butter1tablespooncanna–oliveoil,plus1tablespoonextra-virginoliveoilJuiceof1
lemon
FORTHERISOTTO5cupsvegetablestock1 large yellowonion, diced 4 tablespoons grass-fed butter 1 tablespoon extra-
virginoliveoil2cupsArboriorice¾cupwhitewineSaltParmesancheese(optional)TOCOOKTHEMUSHROOMS
1 Heatawidesautépanoverhighheatandadd1 tablespoonofextra-virginoliveoiltocoatthepan.Addthewildmushroomstocoverthebottomofthepanin a flat layer. Seasonwith salt and pepper and sauté until lightly brown andcookedthrough.
2 Transfer the mushrooms to a colander and repeat the above step with anadditional1tablespoonofoliveoilandthecreminimushrooms.
3 Smashthegarliccloveandsmearitwithapinchofsalttomakeapaste.Addthe garlic to the pan with 1 tablespoon of butter, the remaining 1 tablespoonoliveoil,shallot,thyme,andparsley.Coverandcookgentlyoverlowheatuntiltheshallotandgarlicaresoft.
4 Uncoverandstir in the tomatopasteandcookslowlyforabout5minutes.Stirthemushroomsbackintothepan,andaddthewhitewine.Raisetheheattomedium-high,andcookuntil thewineismostlyevaporated.Addthevegetable
stockandwaterandbringtoaboil.Immediatelylowertoasimmer.Cookuntilthe liquid is reduced by half. It should be thick enough to coat the back of aspoon.
5 Removefromtheheatandaddincanna-butterandcanna–oliveoilmixture.
6 Adjustseasoningwithsalt,pepper,andlemon,ifneeded.
TOCOOKTHERISOTTO
7 Bringthestocktoaboil,andthenlowertoasimmer.
8 Inasaucepot,combinetheonion,1tablespoonbutter,andoliveoilandcookcoveredoverlowheat.Cookuntiltheonionissoftandtranslucent,butwithnocolor.
9 Addthericeandturntheheattomedium.Toastforacoupleofminutesandaddthewine.Raiseheattohighuntilthewineboilsandthenlowertoasimmer.Cookuntil thewinereducesbyhalfandthenaddagenerous ladlefulofstock.Adjustheattoasimmer.Seasonwithapinchofsaltalittleatatimeasneeded.
10 Keep stirring and adding stock, a little at a time, until the rice is al dente(cookedyetfirm),20to30minutes.Stirin3tablespoonsofgrass-fedbutterandcover.Allowtorestforafewminutes.
11 Toserve,transfertherisottotoabowlandcoverwithwildmushroomsand(ifusing)Parmesan.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
INFUSEDFIRE-ROASTEDVEGGIES
Theseveggiesaresimpleanddelicious.Tokeepthecannabisflavoratthe right level, the trick is todrizzle thecanna–oliveoilonlyon thezucchini and bell peppers. The distinct flavor of both vegetablesworksincrediblywellwiththemildcannabisflavorinyouroil.
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME30
minutes
COOKTIME15
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg15%:5.7mg20%:7.6mg
4mediumpotatoes,slicedinto1-inch-thickrounds1redbellpepper,slicedinto
1-inch strips 1 green bell pepper, sliced into 1-inch strips 1 yellow bellpepper,slicedinto1-inchstrips1orangebellpepper,slicedinto1-inchstrips2 large white onions, sliced into ½-inch rounds 3 green zucchini, cutlengthwisein¼-inchslices3yellowzucchini,cutlengthwisein¼-inchslices1poundasparagus,cutinto½-inchpieces2clovesgarlic,minced
¼cupextra-virginoliveoil2or3tablespoonsseasalt1teaspooncrushedblackpepper½teaspoondriedoregano3 sprigs fresh thyme, destemmed 1 tablespoons canna–olive oil, plus 3
tablespoonslightoliveoil1 Preheatgrillonmediumto400ºF.
2 Put all the vegetables in a large ziplock bag. Add the garlic, extra-virginolive oil, salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme. Shake to coat evenly. Removevegetables fromziplockbag andplace themdirectlyon thegrill or vegetable-grilling tray. Cover grill and roast for 12 to 15 minutes, until there are darkcaramelizedgrilllinesonthevegetables.
3 Carefully drizzle the canna–olive oil mixture on the zucchini and bellpeppersonly.Continuetoroastfor1moreminute.
4 Removetoaservingplatter.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
CANNA–CHILITARRAGONCAULIFLOWER
This new collaborationwithChef J. P. Reyes is another favorite ofmine!Thechiliesrisetotheoccasiontocomplementthelightherbalflavors of the cannabis, tarragon, and parsley. It hits pretty quicklybecause thecanna–oliveoil isdrizzled tocoat thecauliflowerat theendratherthancookedinasyoufrythecauliflower.
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME15
minutes
COOKTIME5–7minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg
2headscauliflower,cutintoflorets¼cupcornstarch2cupslightoliveoilSalt2teaspoonschiliflakes⅓cupcapers1 tablespoonextra-virginoliveoil3clovesgarlic, thinlysliced2sprigs Italian
parsley,destemmedandroughlychopped6sprigstarragon,destemmedandroughlychopped1tablespooncanna–oliveoil,plus¼cupextra-virginoliveoil 3 Calabrian chilies, sliced ½ cup coarse breadcrumbs 1 Washcauliflower and cradle in a dishtowel to remove excess water. Tosscauliflowerfloretsincornstarchtocoat.Shakeoffexcessandsetaside.
2 Preheatawideshallowfryingpanoverhighheat.Fillwithabout1inchoflightoliveoilandlowertheheattomedium.
3 Addthecauliflowerfloretscutsidedown.Seasonwithsaltandpanfryovermedium-highheat.As it cooks, turneachpiece soall sidesbrownevenly. It’sokayifthefloretsarecrowded;itwillcreatesteamandhelpthemcookthrough.Fryuntilevenlybrowned.Placeinacolandertodrain.Sprinklewithchiliflakes.
4 Addthecaperstotheremaininghotoilinthefryingpanandfryforabout1minute until they puff up a little. Using a slotted spoon, remove the toastedcaperstoaplatelinedwithpapertowels.
5 Discardthelightoliveoilandaddextra-virginoliveoiltothepan.Addthegarlic, parsley, tarragon, and toasted capers and cook over medium heat. Stiruntil the garlic is browned. Remove from the heat and add canna–olive oilmixture.Addcauliflowerbacktothepanandtoss.Adjustseasoningifneeded.
6 Transfertoabowl,garnishwithCalabrianchiliandbreadcrumbs,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
420 CHEF QUINOA WITH CANDIED EGGPLANTBACON(VEGAN)
Thiseggplantbaconwillwinoverallofyourvegetarianfriends.Thequinoaissimplebutincludesanicevarietyofingredientstobrightenthingsup.Note:Forcherry“bacon”usecherrysyrupinsteadofmaplesyruporcombinedwithmaplesyrup.
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME25
minutes
COOKTIME30
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:7.6mg
15%:11.4mg
20%:15.2mg
20%:15.2mg2tablespoonsextra-virginoliveoil1redonion,chopped1cupacornsquash,cubedsmall1cupbrusselssprouts,shredded2clovesgarlic1cupquinoa,rinsed1½teaspoonssalt1teaspoonfreshlygroundblackpepper1¼cupslow-sodiumvegetablebroth2
tablespoonscanna–oliveoil,plus2tablespoonslightoliveoil½cupCandiedEggplantBacon, crumbled (see sidebar)1 In aDutchovenovermediumheat, add the olive oil and red onion. Cook and stir the onion untiltranslucent,about5minutes.Addthesquash,brusselssprouts,andgarlicandsautéuntilthesquashislightlycaramelized,about10minutes.
2 Add the quinoa, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook,stirring, until the quinoa becomes light brown in color and has a toastedfragrance,5to7minutes.Slowlypourinthevegetablebroth.Bringthemixturebacktoaboilovermediumheat.Addthecanna–oliveoilmixture,reduceheattomedium-low,andcover.Simmerfor30minutesuntilalltheliquidisabsorbed.
3 Fluffwithfork,topwitheggplantbaconcrumbles,andserve.
CandiedEggplantBacon
PREPTIME25
minutes,plus1–2hourstomarinateCOOKTIME
15minutes
1smalleggplant½ teaspoon liquid smoke (a liquid flavoring sold in most grocery stores) 1
tablespoondarkcherrysyrupfromLuxardoOriginalMaraschinoorAmarenacherries,ormaplesyrup2tablespoonscoconutoil1teaspoonpaprika
1teaspoonseasalt½teaspooncrushedblackpepper¼cupall-purposeflour
1 Usingamandoline,slicetheeggplantinto“bacon”strips.
2 In a large bowl, combine the liquid smoke, your syrup of choice, 1tablespooncoconutoil,paprika,salt,andpepper.Stirtomix.Addtheeggplantstrips, coat evenly, andmarinate for 1 to 2 hours.Transfer to paper towels toremoveexcessmoisture.
3 Preheataskilletandaddtheremaining1tablespooncoconutoiltofry.
4 Dredgethe“bacon”stripsintheflour.
5 Frythe“bacon”untilcrispyandservecrumbledoverthequinoa.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
CANNA–COWBOYSALAD
This is another party favorite that packs a punch andkicks in fairlyquickly. The flavor here is southwestern meets fresh Californiacuisine.Thecashewsandcilantrocontrastwiththestarchinessofthebeansandcorn,makingeachflavorstandoutineverybite.
SERVINGS16
PREPTIME20
minutes
COOKTIME5
minutes
IDLETIME8+hours
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.6mg
20%:7.6mg
FORTHEDRESSING2tablespoonscanna–oliveoil,plus2tablespoonslightoliveoil¼cupredwine
vinegar¼cuprawcanesugarJuiceof½lime2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from canned
chipotlepeppers½teaspooncuminSalt
FORTHESALAD3(15-ounce)cansblackbeans,rinsedanddrained2(15-ounce)cansblack-eyed
peas, rinsed and drained 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 4(15-ounce) canswhole kernel corn¼ cup finely chopped red onion¼ cupfinely chopped green onions, tops only ¼ cup sweet Vidalia onion (orsimilar),diced¼cupredpepper,diced¼cupyellow(and/ororange)pepper,diced1 small jalapeñopepper,minced1 chipotle pepper (canned in adobosauce),chopped½cupchoppedcilantroFORTHEGARNISH
½cuprawroastedcashews,lightlycrushed¼cupchoppedcilantroRedpepperflakes
1 Inasaucepotcombinethecanna–oliveoilmixture,vinegar,andsugarovermedium heat. Bring to a boil, and stir for 1 minute while boiling, thenimmediatelyremovefromtheheat(thisisimportantformaintainingtheintegrityofthecanna–oliveoil).
2 Addintherestofthedressingingredients,mix,andletcoolthoroughly(atleast1hoursoyoudon’tcookthevegetablesinthesalad).
3 Inalargeglassbowl,combineallthesaladingredients.Drizzlethedressingoverthesalad,toss,andmarinateovernight.
4 Garnish with the roasted cashews, cilantro, and red pepper flakes before
serving.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
TRICOLOR CANNA–BEET & WATERMELONSALAD
Don’t let thiscrisp, refreshing,andcolorful salad foolyou. It’llpullyouinwithitsbeautyandkeepyouwantingmorewithitstaste.Butgoeasy,asitpacksapowerfulpunchthat’llhityouprettyquickly.Iliketostartmysummermealswiththisone,asit’saperfectlydosedappetizersaladthatkicksthingsintogear.
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME30
minutes
COOKTIME55
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg15%:5.7mg20%:7.6mg
FORTHESALAD4medium redbeets, tops removedand scrubbed4mediumgoldenbeets, tops
removedandscrubbed1cupseedlesswatermelon,cubedsmall4ouncesfetacheese,crumbled2tablespoonscilantro,choppedMaldonseasaltandfreshlygroundcoarseblackpepperFORTHEDRESSING
½cupbalsamicvinegar1tablespooncanna–oliveoil,plus3tablespoonslightoliveoil2teaspoonsspicy
mustard1teaspoonfreshlimejuice1teaspoonhoney
1 Preheatovento400ºF.
2 Wrap thebeets in foilandbake for50 to55minutes,until tenderbut stillfirm.Remove the beets from the foil and refrigerate for 1 hour. Peel the coldbeetsandcutintosmallcubes.
3 Tomakethedressing,whisktogetherthevinegar,canna–oliveoilmixture,mustard,limejuice,andhoney.Setaside.
4 Toss the beets and the watermelon together. Sprinkle with crumbled fetacheeseandcilantro.Evenlycoverwithdressingandtoss.
5 GarnishwithapinchortwoofMaldonseasaltandpepperbeforeserving.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
INFUSEDFIRE-ROASTEDVEGGIELASAGNA
Lasagnainfusedwithcannabis?Nowwe’retalking!Thisisdefinitelynotyour(ormy)mama’slasagna,buttrustme,she’llloveit...andshe’llloveyouforit.Minecertainlydoes!
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME40
minutes
COOKTIME1
hourand10minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:7.6mg15%:11.4mg20%:15.2mg
1largewhiteonion,diced2redbellpeppers,halved,seeded,andderibbed3greenzucchini,cutlengthwise
in¼-inch-thick slices 3 yellow summer squash, cut lengthwise in¼-inch-
thick slices 1 Japanese eggplant, cut lengthwise in ¼-inch-thick slices 3clovesgarlic,minced
¼cupextra-virginoliveoil2teaspoonsseasalt,plusmoretotasteCrushedblackpepper1teaspoonfreshoregano,destemmed2tablespoonscanna–oliveoil8ouncescreamcheese,atroomtemperature16ouncesfreshwhole-milkricotta
cheese2extra-largeeggs,lightlybeaten4cupsyourfavoritemarinarasauce1packageno-boillasagnanoodles1 cup freshly gratedParmesan cheese 1 pound lightly salted freshmozzarella,
shredded¼cupfreshbasil,choppedoraschiffonade(seesidebar)1 Turntheovenonbroil.
2 Puttheonion,redpeppers,zucchini,summersquash,andeggplantinalargeziplockbag.Add2clovesofmincedgarlic,extra-virginoliveoil,1teaspoonseasalt,blackpepper,andoregano.Shaketocoat.
3 Place the vegetables in a roasting pan,making sure that the zucchini andeggplantdon’toverlapandthatthepeppersareskinsideup.Roastfor12to15minutes,untiltheskinissomewhatcharredbutnotburned.Keepacloseeyeontheeggplantandzucchini.Removefromovenandletcool.
4 Peelthepeppers.
5 Drizzlethecanna-oilontheroastedveggiesandsetaside.
6 Place the cream cheese, half a grilled pepper, remaining 1 clove mincedgarlic,and1teaspoonsaltinafoodprocessor.Pulseuntilwellblended.
7 Inalargebowl,combinepepper-and–creamcheesemixture,ricottacheese,andeggs.Addsaltandpeppertotaste.
8 Preheatovento340ºF.
9 Pourenoughmarinarasauceon thebottomofa largebakingdish tocoverthebottom.Placealayerofuncookedlasagnanoodlesontopofmarinarasauce.Sprinkle some Parmesan on top of the sauce. Layer ricotta mixture, veggies,mozzarella,andsauce.Placealayerofuncookednoodlesontopandrepeatuntilthree-quarters from top of dish. Top with remaining sauce and mozzarella.SprinklewithrestofParmesan.
10 Bake40 to45minutesuntil goldenbrown.Garnishwith choppedbasil orchiffonade,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
BUZZED CHICKPEA CURRY & CANNA-BUTTEREDSAFFRONRICE
Theflavorsinthisdishwillsendyourtastebudsonajourney,fromthecumintothesaffrontothegarlictothecurry—anddependingonthestrainyouuse,itcouldsendyourheadonajourneyaswell.
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME30
minutes
COOKTIME40
minutes
IDLETIME2
hours
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5.2mg
15%:7.8mg
20%:10.4mg2(15-ounce)canschickpeas,drained3clovesgarlic,minced½teaspoonfreshly
groundblackpepper 3 pods fresh cardamom, crushed1 tablespoon canna–olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon light olive oil 4 tablespoons olive oil½whiteonion,chopped3potatoes,peeledandcubed2teaspoonssalt
1cupgreenpeas½cupsun-driedtomatoes,diced½teaspoonturmeric1teaspoonfreshginger,grated7cupsvegetablestock1teaspooncuminseeds1
redchili1bayleaf1cinnamonstick1teaspoonyellowcurrypowder3tablespoonsyogurt2cupswhitelong-grainrice1teaspoonsugar5 to 7 saffron threads 2 tablespoons creamy canna-butter, plus 2 tablespoons
salted grass-fed butter½ cup plainGreek yogurt (for garnish) 2 teaspoonscilantroorparsley,chopped(forgarnish)1 Inamediumbowl,combinethechickpeas, garlic, freshly ground pepper, cardamom, and canna–olive oilmixture.Letmarinateforatleast2hours.
2 Inalargepot,heat1tablespoonofoliveoilandsautétheonionandpotatoesand1 teaspoonsaltuntilonioniscaramelizedandoutsidesofpotatocubesarelighttomediumbrown.
3 Add thegreenpeas, sun-dried tomatoes, turmeric, andginger.Continue togentlysautéfor2minutes.
4 Add3½cupsvegetablestock,½teaspooncumin,chili,bayleaf,cinnamonstick, and curry powder. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.Remove from the stovetop and mix in the yogurt and marinated chickpeas.Coverandletsitfor20minutes.
5 Rinsethericeinmeshstraineruntilthewaterrunsclear.
6 In a medium pot, add the remaining cumin seeds to the rest of the non-infusedoliveoil.Heatonmediumuntilcuminseedsaretoastedandfragrant,1to1½minutes.
7 Addriceandsugar.Stiruntilricebecomeslightlytoastedandcaramelized.Addtheremainingvegetablestock,remainingsalt,andsaffron.Bringtoaboil.Reduceheattosimmer,cover,andcookfor20minutesonlow.
8 Fluffandincorporatethecreamycanna-buttermixture.
9 Topwiththechickpea-potatomixture,andgarnishwithyogurtandcilantroorparsley.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoilor1⅓sticksofbutter.
FAKIN’“BAKIN’”VEGGIECHEESEBURGER
Novegetarian sectionwould be completewithout a “cheeseburger,”andIlovetheflavorofthechipotlecombinedwiththetarragoninthisversion.TopthingsoffwithsomeCandiedEggplantBaconandLime-ChipotleCanna-Aioli,andyou’vegotarockin’veggieburgeronyourhands.
SERVINGS4
PREPTIME40
minutes
COOKTIME5–6minutes
IDLETIME30
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING(DOESNOTINCLUDEAIOLI)*
10%:7.6mg
15%:11.4mg
20%:15.2mg
FORTHEBURGER¼cupsweetonion,diced¼cuplightoliveoilSalt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon canna–olive oil, plus 3
tablespoonslightoliveoil¼cupchives,minced4clovesgarlic,minced¼cup tarragon,minced2 tablespoons redbellpepper,
dicedsmall1(15-ounce)canblackbeans,drainedandmashed1(15-ounce)can chickpeas, drained and mashed 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce,minced1½cupsrolledoats
½teaspoonpaprika½teaspooncelerysalt3eggsorveganeggsubstituteTOFINISHWhole-wheatbunsPepperjackand/orchipotlecheddarcheeseCandiedEggplantBaconLettuceforgarnish1tomato,slicedforgarnishLime-ChipotleCanna-Aioli
1 Inamediumpan,sautéonionwithlightoliveoilandasprinklingofsaltandpepperuntilcaramelized.
2 Ina largebowl,mix together thecaramelizedonionwith the remainderofthe burger ingredients. Using your hands,mash and knead until everything isthoroughlycombined.Divide“burgermeat”into4equalportions.
3 Oilyourhandswithalittleoliveoilandmakepattiesthatareabout1inchthick.Placethemonaplatelinedwithpapertowelandcoverthemwithplasticwrap.Refrigeratefor30minutes.
4 Coverthebottomofaskilletwitholiveoil.Cookthepatties2to3minutespersideuntillightlybrowned.
5 Serveonwhole-wheatbuns toppedwith cheese,CandiedEggplantBacon,
lettuce,tomato,andLime-ChipotleCanna-Aioliforacompleteexperience.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
ZUCCHINI CANNA-KUGEL WITH CARAMELIZEDLEEKS
This is Grandma’s kugel—with a twist!While it stands well on itsown,thisdishisalsogreatservedalongsideCanna-BeerChicken(forthemeateaters).
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME15
minutes
COOKTIME1hour
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg
Oliveoilforsautéingandgreasingpan2leeks,sliced2mediumshallots,slicedthin½teaspoonfreshmarjoramSaltCoarsely ground black pepper 2 medium zucchini, grated into shreds 2 large
carrots,gratedintoshreds3largeYukonGoldpotatoes,gratedintoshreds3largeeggs,beaten
1 tablespoon canna–olive oil, plus 3 tablespoons light olive oil 3 tablespoonsseasonedbreadcrumbs1 Preheatalargeskilletandaddoliveoiltosauté.
2 Sauté the leeks and shallotswithmarjoram, salt, andpepper to taste, untillightlybrowned.Removeandcool.
3 Preheatovento325ºF.Greasea9-by-13-inchcasseroledishandsetaside.
4 Ina largebowl,mix theshreddedzucchini,carrots,potatoes,eggs,canna–olive oil mixture, and salt. Add caramelized leeks and shallots. Sprinkle inbreadcrumbsandcombine.Addsaltandpeppertotaste.
5 Pourmixtureintothepreparedcasseroledish.Bakefor1houruntilsetandtheedgesarelightlybrowned,andservewarm.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
InfusedBBQPulledBrisket
CHAPTERNO.7
Meat&FishMainsInfusedBBQPulledBrisket•BraisedCanna–BeefStroganoffwithWildMushrooms•Canna-BeerChicken•Canna–ChickenTarragonwithMushrooms•FreakyFishTacoswithLime-ChipotleCanna-Aioli•
HolidayCanna-Ham•InfusedLemon-TarragonHalibut•Teriyaki-GlazedSalmonwithGarlicCanna-Aioli•WhackyShrimpScampi•HazyThaiCoconutCurryChicken•Canna-CoconutShrimp•SaltedCanna-Caper
SalmonoverFarfallewithToastedCapers•Meterspaätz
INFUSEDBBQPULLEDBRISKET
ThisisaCrock-“Pot”recipeatitsfinest.It’saneasyrecipe,andit’salwaysnicecominghometoafragrantmealattheendoftheday.
SERVINGS10
PREPTIME20
minutes
COOKTIME10hours
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:6mg
15%:9mg
20%:12mg1teaspoononionpowder½teaspoongarlicpowder½teaspooncumin½teaspoonchilipowder1tablespoonpaprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 tablespoon kosher salt Coarsely ground blackpepper1largeonion,slicedinto½-inch-thickrings1brisket,4to5pounds,firstcut1½cupsketchup
2teaspoonshoney1teaspoonliquidsmoke½cupbrownsugar¾cupwater3 tablespoons cider vinegar 2 tablespoons canna–olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons
lightoliveoil10whole-wheatbuns1 large red onion, sliced 2 cups lettuce, shredded3 beefsteak tomatoes, sliced
1 Inasmallbowl,mix together theonionpowder,garlicpowder,cumin,chilipowder,paprika,cayennepepper,koshersalt,andblackpepper.
2 PlacetheoniononthebottomofaCrock-Potorslowcooker.
3 Rubthebrisketwithdryspicemix.PlacethemeatontopoftheonionintheCrock-Pot.
4 In a large measuring cup, mix the ketchup, honey, liquid smoke, brownsugar,water,andcidervinegar.Pourthesauceevenlyoverthebrisket.
5 Coverandcookonlowfor10hours(oronhighfor6hours).
6 Transferthebriskettoacuttingboardandusetwoforkstoshredthemeat.
7 Pour the canna–olive oil mixture over the pulled brisket, smother withgravy,andtoss.
8 Serveonwhole-wheatbunstoppedwithredonion,lettuce,andtomato.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
NOTEIfyourCrock-Potburnshot,youmayhave toaddwater toward theendofthecookingtimesothatyourbrisketdoesn’tburn.
BRAISED CANNA–BEEF STROGANOFF WITHWILDMUSHROOMS
Thisistheultimatecomfortfoodandtheperfectrecipetowarmyouonacoldwinternight.Snuggleupwithabowlandenjoy!
SERVINGS6
PREPTIME45
minutes
COOKTIME2
hoursand30minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5.7mg
15%:8.5mg
20%:11.4mg3poundschucksteakorshortribs,cubedSaltandfreshlygroundblackpepper3
tablespoonsflourOliveoil1mediumonion,dicedsmall2carrots,dicedsmall2stalkscelery,dicedsmall¼
cupdryredwine(youcanuseanydryred;Ipreferburgundyorzinfandel)1cupbeefbroth
1sprigrosemary5sprigsthyme1bayleaf1½ tablespoons canna-butter, plus 2½ tablespoons grass-fed butter 1½ cup
mixed mushrooms, quartered (I mix portabello, shiitake, and cremini) 2shallots,slicedthin1cupsourcream
1packagebroadeggnoodlesFlat-leafparsley,togarnish(optional)1 Preheatovento325ºF.
2 Seasonthebeefcubeswithsaltandpepper,thencoatthemwithflour.
3 PreheataDutchovenorlargepotwithatight-fittinglidonhighheat.Addenougholiveoiltocoatthebottomofthepot.
4 Brownbeefcubessoallsidesarelightlybrowned.Don’tcrowdthepot;youcandothisinbatches,ifneeded.Removebrownedbeefwithaslottedspoonandsetaside.
5 Lowertheheattomediumandaddtheonion,carrots,andcelery.Sautéuntilbrowned. When vegetables are browned, add some of the wine and use awoodenspoontodeglazethebottomofthepotbystirringandlooseningthebitsatthebottom.
6 Returnthemeattothepot,andaddenoughbeefbrothjusttocover—about1cup.Addtherosemary,thyme,andbayleaf.Coverthepotandcookintheovenfor2hours.
7 Whilewaitingforthestewtocook,inaseparatepan,sautémushroomsandshallots with some of the canna-butter mixture for 3– 5 minutes, until theshallotsaresoftandtranslucent.Addasplashortwoofwinetodeglaze.
8 When the meat is finished cooking—it should be soft and fork tender—remove the herb sprigs and bay leaf. Add the shallot-and-mushroommixture,
thenthesourcream.Mixtoincorporate.Adjusttheseasonings,addingsaltandpeppertotaste.
9 Cookthenoodlesinalargepotofboilingsaltedwateruntiltender,about8minutes.Drain.Transfertoabowl.Addtheremainingcanna-butterandtosstocoat.Seasonwithsaltandpeppertotaste.
10 Divide thenoodlesevenlyonto6plates.Topwithbeefandsauce,garnishwithparsley,ifusing,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
Canna-BeerChicken
CANNA-BEERCHICKEN
Myvariationonthepopularbeer-canchickentakesthisdishtoanewlevel. Propped on a beer can, the chicken roasts beautifully andbrownsevenly.Couple thatwith thecanna–oliveoilandspices,andthis chicken is elevated from a basic recipe to a fun dinner partyentréeanynightoftheweek.
SERVINGS6
PREPTIME30
minutes
minutes
COOKTIME1½–2hours
IDLETIME4
hours
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5mg
15%:7.6mg
20%:10mg1candarkbeer½cupoliveoil¼cuplemonjuice4 cloves garlic, minced 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, diced 3 teaspoons
kosher salt 1 whole chicken (4 to 5 pounds) 2 teaspoons dry mustard 1teaspoon dried basil 2 teaspoons dried thyme ½ teaspoon dried fennel ½teaspooncayennepepper1tablespoonpaprika
1teaspooncoarselygroundblackpepper1largeonion,sliced½cupwater
1tablespooncanna–oliveoil,plus3tablespoonslightoliveoil1 Pourhalfthecanofbeerintoalargeziplockbag;savetherestofthebeerinthecanandsetaside.
2 Addthe½cupoliveoil,lemonjuice,garlic,andchipotlepeppertothebag.Slowlyadd2teaspoonsofkoshersalt.Themarinadewillfoam,sobecarefulnottomixittogethertooquickly.
3 Place the chicken in the bag and push the air out while sealing the bagtightly. Let marinate for at least 4 hours, redistributing the liquid around thechickeneverynowandthen.
4 Whenyou’rereadytocook,preheatovento350ºF.
5 In a small bowl, combine the dry mustard, basil, thyme, fennel seeds,cayennepepper,paprika,blackpepper, and the remaining1 tablespoonkoshersalt.Setaside.
6 Remove thechicken from themarinade; retain the liquid.Placeyourhandunder the skin of the chicken to separate the skin from the flesh, but don’tremoveit.Rubthechickenwiththespicemixundertheskin.Savesomespicemix for outside of chicken.Use themarinade to rub the entire outside of thechicken,thensprinkletheremainingspicemixontheoutsideofthechicken.
7 Nowforthefunpart:Inaroastingpan,standthechickenuprightontopofthehalf-filledbeercan.
8 Addonionaroundpanand½cupofwater.Roastfor22minutesperpound.
9 Nowforthetrickypart:Removethechickenfromthecanandsetitbreastsidedowninacleanpan.Useabastertoaddthecanna–oliveoilmixtureundertheskinallaroundthechicken.Coverwithgravyandonion.
10 Lowertheovento325ºFandbakefor10moreminutes.
11 Removethechickenfromtheovenandletitsitfor15to20minutesbeforecarvingandserving.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
CANNA–CHICKEN TARRAGON WITHMUSHROOMS
Asyoucanprobablytell,Ilovetarragon—andmushrooms!Pairthiswith a slice of Zucchini Canna-Kugel and you’re on your way tocanna-bliss.
SERVINGS4
PREPTIME30
minutes
COOKTIME30
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5.7mg
15%:8.6mg
20%:11.5mg
3clovesgarlic,chopped¼cupcashews,crushed2teaspoonschoppedfreshtarragon,separated4smallskinlessbonelesschicken
cutletsSaltandfreshlygroundblackpepper1teaspoonoliveoil1tablespoongrass-fedbutter2or3sprigsfreshtarragon½cupdrywhitewine4wholeclovesgarlic, roastedand skinned2 tablespoonscreamycanna-butter,
plus ½ stick grass-fed butter 2 cups cremini and baby bella mushrooms(mixed),sliced¼inchthick2teaspoonsDijonmustard
½cupchickenbroth½cuphalf-and-half
Cornstarchslurry(mix2tablespoonscornstarchinto1cupcoldwater)1 Heatsmallnonstickskilletovermediumheat.Addthe3cloveschoppedgarlicandchopped cashews; toast to lightly brown. When toasted, transfer to smallbowlandmixin1teaspoonfreshchoppedtarragon.Setaside.
2 Sprinklethechickenwithsaltandpepper.
3 In a large preheated skillet, add the olive oil and grass-fed butter overmedium-highheat.Spreadaroundtomixevenly.
4 Add 2 or 3 sprigs of tarragon and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes till butter isfragrant.Add the chicken and cookuntil browned and cooked through, 3 to4minutesperside.Transferthechickentoaplateanddiscardtarragonsprigs(donotcleanskillet).
5 Deglaze the skilletwith a splash ofwine.Add the 4whole roasted garlicclovesandrestofwine.Cookuntilreducedbyabouthalf,mashinggarlicwithfork, about 1 minute. Add the canna-butter mixture and incorporate. Add themushrooms,salt,pepper,andtheremaining1teaspoonchoppedtarragon.Sautéfor2to3minutesuntilmushroomsarelightlybrowned.AddtheDijonmustardandchickenbrothandsimmerfor2minutes.Addthehalf-and-halfandcontinueto simmer.Slowlyadd the cornstarch slurry to the sauce,until it reachesyourdesiredconsistency.Addsaltandpeppertotaste.
6 Return the chicken to skillet. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes on each side.Transfer chicken pieces to serving platter, spoon sauce over each piece, andsprinklewithcrushedgarlic-cashewmixture.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
FreakyFishTacoswithLime-ChipotleCanna-Aioli
FREAKY FISH TACOS WITH LIME-CHIPOTLECANNA-AIOLI
Fish tacos are aperfectdinnerpartymeal.Notonly are these reallytasty(andauthentic),buttheyhavethepotentialtoknockyoursocksoffifyoueatmorethantwo.Thereisalsosomethingreallyrewardingabout making your own salsa, so I includedmy cucumber-avocadosalsainthisrecipeforyou.It’stheperfectcomplementtothisdish.
SERVINGS8tacos
PREPTIME30
minutes
COOKTIME30
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg½redonion,diced½cucumber,diced1avocado,diced1largetomato,diced1 clovegarlic,minced¼cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped (reserve some for
garnish)1jalapeño,stemmedandchoppedRedwinevinegar1 teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning 2 teaspoons lime juice 1 tablespoon
canna–oliveoil,plus1tablespoonextra-virginoliveoil1cupall-purposeorwhole-wheat flour ½ teaspoon garlic powder 1⅓ teaspoons ancho chilipowder½ teaspoongroundcumin1pound flakywhite fish (suchasmahi-mahi or cod), cut into 4 pieces Freshly ground black pepper Olive oil forfrying
8 freshcorn tortillas1cupshreddedcabbage (useamixtureof redandgreen)Lime-ChipotleCanna-Aioli
2limes,cutintoquarters1 Puttheonion,cucumber,avocado,tomato,garlic,cilantro,andjalapeñoinasmallbowl.Pourinjustenoughredwinevinegartocoverwell.Addapinchofsalt,thelimejuice,andthecanna–oliveoilmixture.
Setasideforatleast30minutes.
2 In a large bowl, combine the flour, 1 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, chilipowder,andcumin.Sifttogetherwellwithafork.
3 Season the fish with salt and pepper, then coat the fish with the flourmixture.
4 Preheatovento340ºF.
5 Atthesametime,heatalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Add1inchofolive oil. Gently fry the fish for 3 to 4minutes, then turn over and cook foranother 2minutes.Remove the fishwith a slotted spoon and drain on a platelinedwithpapertowels.Setaside.
6 Stackthetortillas,separatingeachwithaslightlydampenedsheetofpapertowel.Wrapinfoil.Heatintheovenfor5minutes.
7 Topeachtortillawithapinchofshreddedcabbageandsomeofthecookedfish,then,usingaslottedspoon,topeachonewiththecucumber-avocadosalsa.GarnishwithLime-ChipotleCanna-Aioli,alimewedge,andcilantro.Digin!
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
HOLIDAYCANNA-HAM
For some of us, it wouldn’t be a proper holiday without a holidayham,andthisrecipeissuretodeliversomeextraholidaycheer.
SERVINGS10
PREPTIME45
minutes
COOKTIME1–1½hours
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:4.6mg
15%:6.8mg
20%:9.2mg1(8-to9-pound)boneless,precookedham½-inchfingeroffreshginger,peeled
and sliced in half 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns Pinch of ground nutmeg
Pinch of ground allspice 1 bay leaf, crushed 2 tablespoons melted canna-butter, plus 2 tablespoons melted unsalted grass-fed butter ½ cup brownsugar½cupdarkcherryormaplesyrup1teaspoonDijonmustardPinchofsalt
CheeseclothKitchenstring40wholecloves
1 Cook thehamaccording to thepackagedirectionsand remove30minutesbeforeit’sdone.Letitcoolfor20minutes.
2 In a Pyrexmeasuring cup, add ginger, peppercorns, nutmeg, allspice, andbayleaf.Addthecanna-buttermixtureandlowerthePyrexmeasuringcupintoapan of warmwater that comes up to the line formed by the butter and spicemixture.Thiswill infuse the flavorsof thespices intoyourbutter.Let it steepthiswayfor20minutes.
3 In amedium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cherry ormaple syrup,mustard, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring continuously. Stir and boil for 2minutes,thensetaside.
4 Scorethehamina“chessboard”pattern,cuttingthehorizontallinesabout3inchesdeepandtheverticallinesabout½inchdeep.
5 Strain the butter through the cheesecloth or a fine strainer into a cleanmeasuringcup(oryoucanuseaFrenchpress).
6 Use your fingers to gently open the vertical cuts in the ham, then evenlydrizzle the canna-butter mixture into each vertical crevice. Tie the ham backtogetherwithkitchentwine.
7 Preheatovento340ºF.Usingabrush,painttheglazeoverthepreparedham.Placeawholeclove in thecenter crosshatchof each squareon theham.Bakeuncoveredfor25to30minutes,untilthehamisbeautifullycaramelized.Voilà!
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
INFUSEDLEMON-TARRAGONHALIBUT
This fish is flaky, flavorful, and buttery! Lemon and tarragoncomplementthelightlyherbaceousflavorofthecanna-butterandthesubtleflavorofthefish.ServewithasliceortwoofFrenchbreadtosoakupallthegoodnessleftonyourplate.
SERVINGS4
PREPTIME10
minutes
COOKTIME5–7minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3mg15%:4.5mg20%:6mg
Saltandfreshlygroundblackpepper4halibutsteaks,skinremoved1teaspoonoliveoil
1tablespoongrass-fedbutter½Spanishonion,chopped4sprigstarragon1 tablespoon creamy canna-butter, plus 1 tablespoon salted grass-fed butter 4
teaspoonsfreshlemonjuice¼cupchoppedtarragon¼cupwhitewine
ToastedAlmond&Garlic crumble (see sidebar)1 Preheat a nonstick skilletovermediumheat.
2 Saltandpepperbothsidesofthehalibutsteaks.
3 Melt1 teaspoonoliveoiland1 tablespoongrass-fedbutter together in thepan.
4 When thebutter iscompletelymeltedandstops foaming,add thechoppedonionandapinchofsalt.Sautéuntilonionistranslucent.
5 Pushtheoniontotheouteredgeofthepan,leavingabarelandingspotforthefish.Strategicallyplace4tarragonsprigsandpositionafishfilletontopofeachsprig.
6 Let the fish cook for about 2minutes, then cover and cook overmediumheatforanother3to5minutestoallowthefishtosteamthrough.
7 Removethelidandcarefullyturneachsteak.Drizzlewiththecanna-buttermixture,andcookuncoveredfor4moreminutes.Removethefishtoaplatetorestfor10minuteswhileyoufinishthesauce.
8 Addthelemonjuiceandchoppedtarragontotheonion.
9 Addthewineanddeglazethepanbylooseningupanybitsthatclingtothebottom. Keep the heat on medium and reduce the liquid in the pan until itthickensenoughtocoatthebackofaspoon.
10 Plate the fishanddrizzleeach filletwitha littlewinesauce.SprinklewithToastedAlmond&GarlicCrumble,andserve!
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
ToastedAlmond&GarlicCrumble(optional)
½cuprawsliveredalmonds,slightlybroken4clovesgarlic,chopped1teaspoonoliveoilSeasalt
1 Inasmallbowl,mixthealmondsandgarlicwitholiveoilanddashofsalt.
2 Spread evenly on a small pan and roast at 325ºF for 25–30minutes, untiltoastedandbrowned.Remove,letcool,andsprinkleoverfishbeforeserving.
TERIYAKI-GLAZED SALMON WITH GARLICCANNA-AIOLI
The1hourmarinade timeboosts the flavorof the salmon, allowingthefullflavoroftheAsian-inspiredsaucetosoakin.
SERVINGS4
PREPTIME20
minutes
COOKTIME25
minutes
IDLETIME1hour
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg
FORTHEFISH2tablespoonsricevinegar½cupbrownsugar,packed½tablespoonsoysauce2
clovesgarlic,minced½teaspoongroundginger½teaspoongroundmace½tablespoonsesameoil¾cupwater
2tablespoonscornstarch4salmonfillets
FORTHESPICYPEANUTGARLICSAUCE4 tablespoons Garlic Canna-Aioli (prepared without the dill) 2 tablespoons
honey1 to 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce (Sambal) Toasted Peanuts&Garlic (see
sidebar)PREPARETHEFISH
1 Inasmallsaucepot,whiskthericevinegar,brownsugar,soysauce,garlic,ground ginger, groundmace, and sesame oil. Add½ cupwater and stir well.Bringtoaboil.
2 Meanwhile,makeaslurrybymixingthecornstarchinto¼cupwater.Lowertheheattomediumandslowlymixintheslurry.Mixuntilthesaucestickstothebackofaspoon.Letcool.
3 Lightlygreaseabakingdishorsprayitwithcookingspray.Coatthebottomofthepanwithhalfofthecooledteriyakiglaze.Placethesalmonfilletsinthepreparedbakingdishontopoftheglaze.Painttheremainingteriyakiglazeoverthe salmon, letting it drip over and around the fish fillets. Cover with plasticwrapandmarinateintherefrigeratorfor1hour.
PREPARETHESPICYPEANUTGARLICSAUCE
4 Tomakethesauce,whisktogetherthecanna-aioli,honey,chiligarlicsauce,andToastedPeanuts&Garlic.Setaside.
5 Preheatovento400ºF.
6 Removeplasticwrapfromthesalmondishandbakefor20 to25minutes,
untilflakyandmoist.Servewithspicypeanutgarlicsauce.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoilforthecanna-aioli.
WHACKYSHRIMPSCAMPI
Inthis“whacky”takeonanItalianclassic,thezesty,garlickyscampiisperfectedwithbroiledshrimpinasimplebutscrumptiousdish.
SERVINGS4
(5or6shrimpperserving)PREPTIME
25minutes
COOKTIME10
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:6.4mg
20%:7.6mg1box(16ounces)angel-hairpasta1poundshrimp,peeledanddeveinedSaltand
freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons grass-fed butter 2 tablespoonsolive oil 2 small shallots, sliced 4 garlic cloves,minced½ teaspoon dried
marjoram½teaspoondriedbasil¼cupvermouth2teaspoonslemonjuice2teaspoonscanna-butter,plus3tablespoonsgrass-fed
butter,melted1teaspoonlemonzest
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, roughly chopped 1 Boil the pasta according todirections in saltedwater until al dente (cooked yet firm), usually about 8minutes.
2 Preheatoventobroil.Seasontheshrimpwithsaltandpepper,andsetaside.
3 In a large skillet, melt the 2 tablespoons of grass-fed butter into the 2tablespoons olive oil.Add shallots and sauté until translucent.Add garlic andcook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the shrimp and sprinkle with driedmarjoramandbasil.
4 Cook shrimp for 1minute, turn, and cook for 2moreminutes until pink.Removetheshrimpfromtheskilletusingtongsandplacethemonabakingpan.Broil for2minutesuntilnicelycharredon theoutside.Removefromtheovenandletrest.
5 Whiletheshrimparebroiling,deglazethepanwithvermouthbyscrapingupanybitsclingingtothebottomofthepan.Addthelemonjuiceandcanna-buttermixtureandwhiskuntilthesauceissmoothandsilky.Bringsaucetoasimmerandimmediatelyaddinthebroiledshrimpandtoss.Addthelemonzestandtestforseasoning.Addsaltandblackpepper,ifnecessary.
6 Garnishwithfreshparsley,andserveimmediatelyoverpasta.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
HAZYTHAICOCONUTCURRYCHICKEN
IlearnedthebasicsofthisrecipewhenIwasinThailandafewyearsago. It’s authentic, insanely delicious, and now it’s medicinal, too!Thereissomethingabouttheflavorsofcoconutmilkandcurrywithahintofcannabisthatputsthisdishoverthetop.
SERVINGS6
PREPTIME15
minutes
COOKTIME30
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5mg
15%:7.6mg
20%:10mg2tablespoonsextra-virgincoconutoil1whiteonion,diced
1cuptoastedcashews6skinlessbonelesschickencutlets,cutinto1-inchpieces½cupcornstarch3clovesgarlic,minced1greenbellpepper,diced1redbellpepper,diced1½cups (or one 15-ounce can) organic unsweetened coconutmilk 1 teaspoon
salt, plusmore to taste 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon red currypowder1½cupsjasminerice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin canna–coconut oil, plus 3 tablespoons extra-virgincoconut oil Shredded unsweetened coconut for garnish1 Preheat a largeDutchovenandadd2tablespoonsofcoconutoil.Addtheonionandcashewsandsautéuntiltheonionistranslucent.Coatthechickenwiththecornstarchandaddtothepan.
2 Add the garlic, green pepper, and red pepper and continue to sauté for 2minutes. Add the coconut milk, salt, red pepper flakes, and curry powder.Reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, lifting the lid to stiroccasionally.
3 Preparejasminericeaccordingtopackageinstructions.
4 Add thecanna–coconutoilmixture to thechicken,cover, andcook for10moreminutes.
5 Sprinklewithshreddedcoconut,andserveoverjasminerice.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
CANNA–COCONUTSHRIMP
BubbaGumpsaid,“Youcanbarbecueit,boilit,broilit,bakeit,sautéit. There’s shrimp kebabs, shrimp creole, shrimp gumbo. Pan-fried,deep-fried, stir-fried. There’s pineapple shrimp, lemon shrimp,coconut shrimp, pepper shrimp, shrimp soup, shrimp stew, shrimpsalad, shrimp and potatoes, shrimp burger, shrimp sandwich. That,that’saboutit.”Heforgotonething—youcaninfuseit!Andthereisnothinglikecannabis-infusedcoconutshrimp—withcannabis-infuseddippingsauce.IfonlyBubbaknew!
SERVINGS4
(5or6shrimpperserving)PREPTIME
25minutes
COOKTIME3
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING(INCLUDESDIPPINGSAUCE)*
10%:3.6mg
15%;6mg20%:7.8mg
FORTHESHRIMP2cupsshreddedcoconut1eggwhite⅔cupgingerbeer½cupall-purposeflour1½teaspoonsbakingpowder1teaspoonsalt½teaspoonfreshlygroundblackpepper1poundjumboshrimp,tailon,peeled
anddeveined(about24)½teaspoonlemonzest2cupsextra-virgincoconutoil1teaspoonextra-virgincanna–coconutoil,plus2
tablespoonsextra-virgincoconutoilFORTHEDIPPINGSAUCE1tablespoonmeltedcreamycanna-butter,plus2tablespoonsgrass-fedbutter⅓
cuphoney¼cuphorseradishmustard1 teaspoonchiligarlic sauce (Sambal) (optional, for spice)2 teaspoonsyellow
currypowder1teaspoonorangejuice
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice1 Line a baking sheetwith parchment paper.Sprinkle1cupofshreddedcoconutonthepaper.
2 Mix the egg white, a pinch of coconut flakes, ginger beer, flour, bakingpowder,salt,andpepperinamediumshallowbowl.Diptheshrimpinthebatterand place on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle the lemon zest over shrimp,cover,andrefrigerate.
3 Preheata fryingpanonmedium-highandadd theextra-virgincoconutoil.Holdtheshrimpbythetail,anddredgeintheremainingcoconut.Fryshrimpfor1to1½minutesoneachsideuntilgoldenbrown.Usingtongs,removeshrimptobrownpaperorpapertowelstodrain.
4 Drizzle with the canna–coconut oil mixture and servewith canna-dippingsauce.
PREPARETHEDIPPINGSAUCE
5 Insmallbowl,whisktogetherthecanna-buttermixture,honey,mustard,andchiligarlicsauce.Sprinkleinthecurrypowderandwhiskwell.Slowlyaddtheorangejuiceandlemonjuiceandcontinuetowhiskuntilcreamy.
*Approximatedoseper serving (shrimp) is basedon infusing5gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabisinto 5 ounces of oil. Approximate dose per serving (dipping sauce) is based on infusing 5 grams ofcured/dried/decarbedcannabisinto1⅓sticksofbutter.
SALTED CANNA-CAPER SALMON OVERFARFALLEWITHTOASTEDCAPERS
Salmonandcapersareanunusualpairingwithcannabis–butboyisittasty.Whilegreatservedhotfordinner,it’salsoabighitwhenservedcoldforSundaybrunch.
SERVINGS6
PREPTIME40
minutes
COOKTIME15–20minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5mg
15%:7.6mg
20%:10mg
1poundfarfallepasta¼cupoliveoil,plus1tablespoon2tablespoonssaltedcapers,lightlyrinsed(you
wanttokeepsomeofthesaltonthem)anddried1tablespoonDijonmustard1teaspoonlemonzest
1 tablespooncanna–oliveoil,plus3 tablespoonsextra-virginoliveoil2-poundwildsalmonfillet2sprigsfreshdill,minced1 Boilthepastaaccordingtopackage directions until al dente (cooked yet firm), 8 to 9minutes.Drain,rinse,andtossin1tablespoonoliveoil.Setaside.
2 Preheatamediumskilletandaddtheremainingoliveoil.Addthecaperstothehotoiland fry forabout1minuteuntil thecaperspuffupa little.Usingaslottedspoon,removethecaperstoaplatelinedwithpapertowels.
3 ReservethesaltedcaperoilandmixwiththeDijonmustard,lemonzest,andcanna–oliveoilmixture.
4 Preheatagrilltomedium-high.
5 Brush thebottomsideof thesalmonwitholiveoil.Brush the topwith thesalted canna-caper oil. (Youmight need to reserve some of this to bastewithwhileyou’regrilling.)6 Placethesalmonfillet,skinsidedown,inthecenterofthegrillandcookfor7to8minutes,untilyoustarttoseefattywhiteproteincomingoutof thesidesandtop.Thefleshshouldbemoistandflaky.Removefrom thegrill,putonaplatterover the farfalle, sprinklewithdill, andgarnishwithtoastedcapersbeforeserving.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
METERSPAÄTZ
I created this tasty recipe one night while at Wirtshaus, a Germanrestaurant inL.A.,withChefAndréLujan. Ifyou like schnitzel andbeer,you’lllovethisdish.It’sathinchickencutletdredgedinlemonbutter and cranberry sauce, breaded with Hefeweizen beer–tarragonbatter and lightly fried, then toppedwith canna–garlic–mustard seedaiolitofinish.YoumightbewonderingwherethenameMeterspaätzcamefrom.AfterAndréandImetupattherestaurant,Iaskedhimifhe’dparkedinameterspot.Alwaysonetobethinkingaboutfood,heanswered,“Meterspaätz?Ididn’tseethatonthemenu.”Withthat,thedish made its way into the book—and hopefully onto your dinnertable!
SERVINGS4
PREPTIME40
minutes
COOKTIME15–20minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5mg15%:7.6mg20%:10mg
FORTHECHICKEN1teaspoonlemonjuice½cupgrass-fedbutter,melted4chickencutletsSaltandblackpepper1cupall-purposeflourplus¼cupfordusting½cupcranberrysauce1teaspoongarlicpowder½teaspoonwhitepepper2eggs1¼cupsHefeweizenbeer1teaspoontarragon,minced1teaspoonlemonzestOliveoilforfrying
FORTHEAIOLI1tablespoondriedmustardseeds2largeeggyolks4teaspoonsfreshlemonjuice1teaspoonDijonmustard2 teaspoons extra-light canna–olive oil, plus 5 tablespoons light olive oil 2
chives,mincedfineSeasalt
PREPARETHECHICKEN
1 Inalargebowl,mixthelemonjuicewithmeltedbutter.
2 Pound the chicken until evenly flat and very thin, about ⅛ inch thick.Sprinkle thecutletswith salt andpepperanddustboth sideswith flour.Brushbothsidesofeachcutletwiththecranberrysauce.
3 Inalargebowl,mixtogetherthe1cupflour,garlicpowder,½teaspoonsalt,
and½teaspoonwhitepepper.
4 Inaseparatebowl,mixtheeggs,beer,andtarragon.
5 Slowlyaddtheflourmixturetothebeermixturetocreateabatter(thebatterwillbethin).Addthelemonzestandmixwell.
6 Preheatalargeskilletovermedium-highheatandaddtheoliveoil.Dipthecutletsintothelemonbutterandthenintothebatter.Fryuntilgoldenbrownonbothsides.Holdinawarmoven(150˚to200˚F)whileyoufinishtheaioli.
PREPARE THE AIOLI 7 Toast mustard seeds in a saucepan over mediumheatforabout5minutesuntillightlybrownedandfragrant.Iftheystarttopop,that’s a sign that they’re toasted. Pull them from the heat and let sit at roomtemperature.
8 Make sure all of the following ingredients and utensils are at roomtemperature.
9 Inmediumbowl,whiskeggyolks,lemonjuice,andDijonmustard.
10 Slowly drizzle the canna–olive oil mixture into the egg yolkmixture andwhiskuntilalltheoilsareincorporatedandaioliissmoothandcreamy.Iftheoilseparates, have no fear. Stop adding the oil and keep whisking until it’sincorporated.
11 Whiskin thetoastedmustardseeds,chives,andapinchor twoofseasalt,untilsmoothandcreamy.
12 ServealongsidethewarmMeterspaätz.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
SweetPotatoGnocchi
CHAPTERNO.8
Pastas&BreadsFettuccineAlfredo•Poppin’Basil&PineNutChickenOrecchiette•WhackyMac&Cheese•Canna–GarlicKnots•SweetPotatoGnocchiwithLemonPesto•Canna–PandeQueso(Gluten-Free)•TricolorPastawithCanna-OilVinaigrette•Poppin’PitaChips•FantasyFocaccia•
Poppy-LimeZucchiniBread•JalapeñoCornBread
FETTUCCINEALFREDO
Another fan favorite! This delicious, creamy, cheesy Italian classicwith a medicinal twist will have you making it once a week. Thebalanceofsaltyandcreamyandumamihitsjusttherightnote.
SERVINGS6
PREPTIME20
minutes
COOKTIME10
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg1poundfettuccinepasta1½cupsmilk
¼ cup chicken stock, room temperature 2 tablespoons grass-fed butter 1tablespoonoliveoil
1 tablespoon canna-butter 1 clove fresh garlic, minced or pressed ¼ cup all-purposeflour
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese ½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste ½teaspoonfreshlygroundblackpepper,plusmoretotaste¼teaspoonfreshlygratednutmeg2chives,minced
1 Boilpastaaccordingtodirectionsuntilaldente(cookedyetfirm),usually8to9minutes.
2 Inameasuringcupcombinethemilkandchickenstock.Preheatamediumsaucepotonlowandaddgrass-fedbutterandoil.Addthecanna-butterandletitallmelt together.Add thegarlic, thenmix in the floura littleata timeuntilapasteforms.
3 Slowlyaddthemilk-stockmixturetothepasteandstiruntilcreamy,about4to5minutes.Next, slowlyadd in theParmesancheese.Continue to stir everyminuteorsountilthecheeseismeltedandincorporated.Addthesaltandpepperandstir.Tasteandadjustseasonings,asnecessary.
4 Drain the pasta, saving a bit of the cooking water to thin the sauce ifnecessary.
5 Put the drained pasta and sauce together in the pot and add a bit of pastacookingwater.Cookfor1to2minutes,untilthesauceisasilkyconsistencyandcoatsthepasta.
6 Transfertoaservingbowlandgarnishwiththechives.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
POPPIN’ BASIL & PINE NUT CHICKENORECCHIETTE
Orecchiette, the name of this pasta, comes from its shape, whichresembles a small ear. This fun-shaped pasta gets even betterwhenyou throwsomeprotein,herbs,and toastedpinenuts into themix—and,ofcourse,somecanna–oliveoil.
SERVINGS6
PREPTIME30
minutes
COOKTIME45
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5mg15%:7.6mg
20%:10mg
20%:10mg1poundorecchiettepasta4boneless,skinlesschickenbreasts,poundedthinSaltandpepper1cupall-purposeflour½cuppinenuts2 tablespoonsoliveoil, plusmore for sautéing1 tablespoongrass-fedbutter1
smallsweetonion,halvedandslicedthin4clovesgarlic,slivered½cupbasilleaves1teaspoonlemonzest1 tablespoonextra-virgincanna–oliveoil,plus3 tablespoonsextra-virginolive
oil1 Boilthepastaaccordingtopackagedirectionsuntilaldente(cookedyetfirm),drain,andsetaside.
2 Saltandpepperthechickenandcoatwithflour.
3 Preheat a large skillet and toast the pine nuts. Shake the pan gently untillightlybrownedandfragrant,2to4minutes.Removetoasmallplatetoletcool.
4 Addtheoliveoilandbuttertothepan,thenaddtheonion,garlic,andadashof salt and sautéuntil goldenbrown.Next, add thebasil and lemonzest, thenremovefromtheheat.Continuetostirabout2minutesuntil thebasil iswiltedbutstillbrightgreen.
5 Remove the onion-garlic-basil mixture from the pan with a slotted spoonandsetaside.
6 Addalittlemoreoliveoiltocoatthebottomofthepan.Placechickeninthesameskilletandcookuntillightlybrownedandcookedthrough,3to4minutesoneachside.
7 Transfer the cooked pasta to a large pot and drizzlewith canna–olive oil.Addtheonionmixtureandtoss.
8 Servethechickenovertheorecchietteandsprinklewithpinenutstofinish.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
WHACKYMAC&CHEESE
This is my favorite comfort food of all time, and this version iscreamyandpackedwithflavor.Thelobsterversionalsohappenstobeoneofmymostasked-fordishes.Whenmacandcheeseisalreadyafavorite,itcanonlygetbetterwithcannabis—andlobster!
SERVINGS6
PREPTIME30
minutes
COOKTIME40
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg
1-poundboxzitirigatiorlargeelbowmacaroni2cupsmilk½teaspoonDijonmustard¼ cup chicken stock, room temperature 3 tablespoons grass-fed butter 1
tablespoonoliveoil1 tablespooncanna-butter, plus1 tablespoon saltedgrass-fedbutter¼cupall-
purposeflour½poundEmmenthalerSwisscheese,diced into½-inchcubes¼poundyellow
sharpcheddarcheese,dicedinto½-inchcubes½teaspoonsalt½teaspoonblackpepper½teaspoongarlicpowder1teaspoononionpowder
White truffle oil (optional)1 Boil the pasta according to package directionsuntilaldente(cookedyetfirm),usually8to9minutes.
2 Inameasuringcup,combinethemilk,Dijonmustard,andchickenstock.
3 Overmediumheat,melt thegrass-fedbutter andoliveoil.Lower theheatandmeltinthecanna-buttermixture.Mixintheflour,1teaspoonatatime,untilyouformapaste.Slowlyaddthemilkmixturetothepasteandstiruntilcreamy,about4to5minutes.Addinthecheeseandcontinuetostireveryminuteorsountilitmelts.Addthesalt,pepper,garlicpowder,andonionpowder.Stirwelltocombine.Lower theheatand let thesaucesimmeruntil it starts tobubbleandlookthick.Immediatelyremovefromtheheatandstir.
4 Preheatovento340ºFandgreasealarge9-by-13-inchbakingdish.
5 Drainthepastaandreturnittothepot.Mixthree-quartersofthesauceintothe pasta. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and coverwith the rest of thesauce.Bakefor20minutesandthenraisetheoventemperaturetobroil.Watchcarefullyasyoubroilfor5to7minutesuntilthetopisgoldenbrown.
6 Removefromtheoven,sprinklewithtruffleoil(optional),andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
Lobster-CannaMac&Cheese
2teaspoonsMeyerlemonjuice1poundfreshlobstermeat,cooked,cutinto½-inchto1-inchchunksSaltandfreshlygroundblackpepper¼cupall-purposeflour
1tablespoongrass-fedbutter1tablespoonoliveoil2mediumshallots,sliced1clovegarlic,minced
1 SprinkleMeyer lemon juice over the lobster and toss with some salt andpepper.Dredgethelobsterbitsinflourandsetaside.
2 Preheat amedium saucepot onmedium-high and add the grass-fed butterandoil.Addtheshallotsandsautéuntiltranslucent.Addthelobsterandgarlic.Raise the heat. Sear the lobster bits until the coating and shallots are lightlybrowned.Withaslottedspoon,removethelobsterandshallotsandmixinwiththepasta.
CANNA–GARLICKNOTS
Callingallbreadbakersandnon–breadbakersalike—it’stimetotryyour hand at garlic knots! These are over-the-top flavorful andaddictive,thewaygoodmunchiesshouldbe.
SERVINGS24knots
PREPTIME2
hoursand15minutes
COOKTIME20
minutes
IDLETIME2½–3hours
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg1cupwarmwater(105ºto110ºF)1envelopeactivedryyeast1teaspoonhoney3 tablespoons canna–olive oil, plus 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2
teaspoonsdriedbasil1teaspoonsalt3 cups bread flour or high-gluten flour ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 6 cloves
garlic, minced 2 teaspoons Italian parsley, chopped fine ¼ cup Parmesancheese,gratedDriedoregano
1 Combine thewater, yeast, honey, and 1 tablespoon of the canna–olive oilmixture.Letsitabout5minutesuntiltheyeastfoams.
2 Mixthedriedbasilandsaltintotheflour.
3 Add 1½ cups of the flour to the yeastmixture andmix by hand until it’sincorporatedandthedoughissmooth.Continueaddingflour,¼cupata time,working the dough until it is smooth and slightly sticky. Knead on a lightlyflouredsurfaceuntilsmoothandbarelysticky,4to5minutes.
4 Oilalargemixingbowlwith1tablespoonofcanna–oliveoilmixture.Placethedoughinthebowl,turningtocoatwiththeoil.Coverwithplasticwrapandsetinawarmplacefor1½to2hoursuntildoughdoublesinsize.
5 Once thedoughhasdoubled in size, roll itoutona floured surface intoalargerectangle.Slice therectangle inhalfandthencuteachside into12equalstrips.Roll each strip into a “rope” and then tie each rope into a simple knot.Placeknotsonaparchmentpaper–linedbakingsheetandletrestinawarmspotforabout1hour,untiltheylookplumpanddoubledinsize.Meanwhile,preheatovento350ºF.
6 Bakeknotsfor20to25minutesuntil theyaregoldenbrown.Removeandletcoolonthebakingsheet.Addtheextra-virginoliveoil toasmallsaucepanoverlowheatandaddthegarlic.Cookgentlyuntilthegarlicbecomesfragrant,about5minutes.Removetoalargebowl,alongwiththeremainingcanna–oliveoil,parsley,Parmesancheese,andapinchortwooforegano.
7 Toss the baked garlic knots in themixture of canna–olive oil, garlic, andParmesan,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
SWEETPOTATOGNOCCHIWITHLEMONPESTO
Homemadegnocchi?Noway, you say!But this recipe is really funandsimple,sodon’tletitscareyou.It’snotyourtypicalsweetpotatognocchirecipeeither(thenagain,nothinginthisbookistypical).Thecombinationofsweetpotatognocchiwithsavorycanna-pestomakesforafreshandtastysurprise.
SERVINGS6
PREPTIME1hour
COOKTIME15
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5mg
15%:7.6mg
20%:10mg
FORTHEGNOCCHI½cupricottacheese3sweetpotatoes1teaspoonbrownsugar¼teaspooncinnamon½teaspoonnutmeg2cupswhole-wheatflourFORTHEPESTO1cupbasil1garlicclove¼ cup Parmesan, grated ¼ cup hazelnuts, toasted 1 tablespoon extra-virgin
canna–oliveoil, plus 3 tablespoons extra-virgin oliveoil 1 teaspoon lemonzestPREPARETHEGNOCCHI1 Preheatovento425ºF.
2 Drainthericottacheese.Youwantitasdryaspossible.
3 Pokethepotatoeswithaforktoallowsteamtoescapewhilecooking.Placethe potatoes on top of aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour(dependingoncenterthickness).Whendone,turnofftheovenandletsitfor20minutes.Sliceandletcool.
4 Scoop the flesh from the sweet potatoes into a large bowl andmix in thericottacheese.Add the sugar, cinnamon,andnutmeg.Work the flour into thismixtureuntilyouhaveasomewhatfirm,nonstickydough.
5 Bringalargepotofsaltedwatertoaboil.Dividedoughinto4evenpiecesandroll into1-inch-thickropes.Cuteachropeinto1-inchpieces.Gentlypressthe back of a fork into each piece tomake an imprint.Drop the gnocchi intoboiling water and cook for 3 minutes. Remove with slotted spoon and keepwarm.
PREPARETHEPESTO
6 Combine the basil, garlic, Parmesan, and hazelnuts in a food processor.Pulse and slowly add the canna–olive oil mixture. Process until fullyincorporatedandsmooth.Mixin the lemonzestbyhand.Seasonwithsaltandpepper,andpourovergnocchibeforeserving.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
CANNA–PANDEQUESO(GLUTEN-FREE)
AnyonewhohasbeentotheRockingHorseinNewYorkCityknowshow addicting these little cheesy bread balls can be. Once you trytheminfusedwithcannabis,you’llwanttofreezeabatchforregularsnacking.
SERVINGS24rolls
PREPTIME10
minutes
COOKTIME5–8minutes
IDLETIME45
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:1.9mg
15%:2.8mg
20%:3.8mg2½ cups yucca or tapioca starch (or you can substitute potato starch) 2 cups
gratedAsiagocheese1teaspoonbakingpowderPinchofsalt½stickcreamycanna-butter,plus½stickunsaltedgrass-fedbutter, softened2
largeeggs
1clovemincedgarlic2tablespoonsmilk1 Inalargebowl,combineyuccaortapiocastarch,cheese,bakingpowder,andsalt.Addinthebutters,eggs,andminced garlic. Slowly add themilk as youmix the dough. Loosely coverdoughandchillinrefrigeratorfor45minutes.
2 Preheatovento340ºF.
3 Usingasmallicecreamscooptomeasure,createdoughballsthesizeofgolfballs.Place thedoughballsona cookie sheet linedwithparchmentpaper andbakefor5to7minutes,untilgolden.Turnonbroilertobrownthetopsfor1to1½minutes,thenserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
TRICOLOR PASTA WITH CANNA-OILVINAIGRETTE
Thisdishisperfectforalazy-daypicnicmeal,especiallywhenyou’relookingtoloungearoundandstareattheshapesoftheclouds.
SERVINGS6
PREPTIME20
minutes
COOKTIME9
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5mg15%:7.6mg20%:10mg
FORTHEDRESSING2tablespoonsfreshlemonjuice
1tablespoonbalsamicvinegar1teaspoonfinelymincedgarlicclove1tablespoonextra-virgincanna–oliveoil,
plus2tablespoonsextra-virginoliveoil½teaspoonsalt
FORTHEPASTA1poundcurlypasta1pintmulticoloredcherrytomatoesor4heirloomtomatoes,halved1(15-ounce)
cancannellinibeans,drained1mediumshallot,slicedthin1½cupsfreshmozzarella,dicedsmall1tablespoonextra-virginoliveoil½cup
basil,aschiffonade(seesidebar)Maldonseasaltandcoarselygroundblackpepper¼cupfreshlygratedParmesancheesePREPARETHEDRESSING
1 Mixtogetherthedressingingredientsandsetaside.
PREPARETHEPASTA2 Boilthepastaaccordingtothepackagedirectionsuntilaldente(cookedyetfirm),8to9minutes.
3 Placethecherrytomatoes,beans,shallot,andmozzarellainamediumbowl.Tosswith1tablespoonextra-virginoliveoil,three-quartersofthebasil,Maldonseasalt,andpepper.
4 Drainthepastaandrinseincoldwater.
5 Tosstomatomixtureintothepasta.Drizzlewiththecanna-dressingandtossuntil evenly coated. Topwith the reserved basil and freshly grated Parmesan,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
HOWTOCHIFFONADEStackafewleavesoftheherborleafygreenvegetableyouwanttochiffonadeandrollthemuplengthwiseintoa“joint”shape.Sliceyourknifeacrossthe“joint”tocreateshredsoflong,thin
strips.
POPPIN’PITACHIPS
ThisisanotherfuncollaborationwithChefAdrianHalethatcombinestwo recipes in one: Homemade Pita and Canna-Garlic–Infused PitaChips.Note:Ittakesalotoftimetomakethedough,butit’seasytodo andworth the time involved.You’ll need a pizza stone tomaketheseproperly.
SERVINGS12
PREPTIME14hours
COOKTIME5–25minutes
IDLETIME3–4
hours,then12hours
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:2.5mg
15%:3.8mg
20%:5mg
FORTHEHOMEMADEPITA4cupsofwarmfilteredwater¼cupoliveoil4½cupsall-purpose flour4½cupswhole-wheat flour¼ to½ teaspoon instant
yeast2tablespoonssalt
FORTHECANNA-GARLIC-INFUSEDPITACHIPS6clovesgarlic,halved1 tablespoonextra-virgincanna–oliveoil,plus3 tablespoonsextra-virginolive
oilMaldonseasalt
FORTHEHOMEMADEPITA1 Mixthewaterandoliveoil.Addbothfloursandtheyeast.Mixwithyourhandsuntila“shaggy”doughforms.Coverwithakitchen towel and let it rest 35 to 40minutes.Add salt to doughmixture andcombine.Coverwiththekitchentowelandletthedoughrestagainfor35to40minutes.
2 Removethekitchentowel,reachunderthedough,andpullupthecornerstofoldthebottomofthedoughoverthetop,turningthebowlabitaftereachfoldsothatthewholeroundofdoughisfoldedintoitself.Coverandletrestfor30minutes.Repeatthisstepsixtimes.
3 Coverthebowlwithaplateorplasticwrapandletitrestuntouchedfor12hours.
4 Lineasheetpanwithparchmentpaperandsprinklewithflour.
5 Lightly flouryourhandsandpulloff apieceofdoughabout the sizeof abaseball.Re-coverthedoughsoitdoesn’tdryout.Shapethedoughintoaroundpuffyball.Repeat until youhave12 to 18puffyballs. Set aside theonesyouwanttobakenowandfreezeanyyouwanttokeepforlater.
6 Placeapizzastoneintheoven.Preheatoventoitshighestsetting,500ºto
550ºF.
7 Sprinkle flour on a clean cutting board, flip dough balls on the board acoupleof timestolightlyflourbothsides, thenpress thedoughdownwiththepalmofyourhandtoformandshapetothesizeyoulike.Throwtheshapedpitadough directly onto the stone and bake until the loaves puff up, about 5 to 7minutes.
8 Removetoabasketandservewarm.
FORTHEPOPPIN’PITACHIPS
9 Cutthepitathroughtheairpocketandthencuteachhalfinto1-inchpieces.
10 Preheatovento300ºF.
11 Rub cut garlic on each pita piece and place on a parchment paper–linedbaking sheet.Drizzle the canna–olive oilmixture over the chips. Bake for 20minutesuntilchipsarecrispandlightlybrowned.SprinklewithMaldonseasalt,andservewithyourfavoritedip.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
FANTASYFOCACCIA
Iliketoservethisasanappetizeratmydinnerpartiesandchallengegueststopickoutthecannabisflavor.Inadditiontothelightcrust,theabundanceofherbsplaysnicelywith thecanna–oliveoilandmakesthis one of the best focaccias I’ve ever had. If you enjoy dough,cheese,andtomatoes,you’lllovethis.
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME45
minutes
COOKTIME15–17minutes
IDLETIME30
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg1packetactivedryyeast1cupwarmwater(105ºto110ºF)1teaspoonfreshoregano,chopped1teaspoon
fresh thyme, chopped ¼ cup fresh basil, as chiffonade (see sidebar) 2teaspoonsmincedgarlic
1 tablespoonextra-virgincanna–oliveoil,plus3 tablespoonsextra-virginoliveoil1teaspoonsalt,plusapinch2¾cupsall-purposeflour
1teaspoonwhitesugar1teaspoondriedoregano3tablespoonsoliveoil1cupRomatomatoes,diced4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated 1½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
Coarselygroundblackpepper1 Mixtheyeastandwaterinasmallbowl.Letsit5to10minutesuntiltheyeastfoams.
2 Inanothersmallbowl,combineallthefreshoregano,thyme,andbasilwith1teaspoongarlic,thecanna–oliveoilmixture,andapinchofsalt.Setaside.
3 Inalargebowl,stirtogethertheflour,1teaspoonsalt,sugar,driedoregano,andremainingmincedgarlic.Addtheyeastmixtureand1tablespoonofoliveoilto dry ingredients and combine to create the dough. Turn out onto a lightlyflouredsurfaceandkneaduntilsmoothandelastic,about7to10minutes.
4 Lightlyoilalargebowl,placethedoughinthebowl,andturntocoatwitholiveoil.Coverwithadampclothandletriseinawarmplacefor30minutes.
5 Preheatovento425˚F.
6 Punchthedoughdown,placeonagreasedbakingsheet,andpatdownintoa½-inch-thick rectangle. Make indentations with your fingertips in the doughabout½inchapart.Prickdoughwitha fork.Brush the topwith theremainingoliveoilandbakefor10minutes.
7 Reduceovenheatto340ºF.
8 Removefromtheovenandbrushfreelywiththeremainingcanna–oliveoilmixture, then evenly sprinkle with herbs, Roma tomatoes, and Parmesan andmozzarellacheeses.
9 Sprinklewithfreshlygroundblackpepperandbakeforanadditional5to7minutes, until lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and serve oncecooled.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
POPPY-LIMEZUCCHINIBREAD
Thereissomethingirresistibleaboutthisrecipethatkeepsmyfriendscoming back formore. The texture is great and the bread is dense,sticky,andverytasty.Asonefriendputit(asanodetoJonStewart),it’slikea“deliciousfruitcake...onweed.”
SERVINGS12
PREPTIME30
minutes
COOKTIME1hour
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5mg
15%:7.6mg
20%:10mg
½cuproastedsaltedpistachios,shelledandlightlycrushed2tablespoonscanna–coconutoil,plus3tablespoonscoconutoil¾cupwhole-wheatflour¾cupbreadflourorhigh-glutenflour½teaspoonsalt
½teaspoonbakingpowder½teaspoonbakingsoda½teaspoongroundmace¼cuppoppyseeds
2mediumeggs¼cuplightcoconutoil2teaspoonslimejuice2teaspoonlimezest1¼cupsraw
canesugar1cupgratedzucchini1 Preheatovento300ºF.
2 In a small pan or baking tinmix crushed pistachioswith 1 tablespoon ofcanna–coconutoilmixture.Roastfor12to15minutes.
3 Turntheovenupto325ºF.Greaseandflourastandardloafpan(4inchesby8inches).
4 Inalargebowl,sifttheflours,salt,bakingpowder,bakingsoda,mace,andpoppyseeds.
5 In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, light coconut oil, remaining canna–coconutoilmixture,limejuice,limezest,andsugar.
6 Add the flour mixture to egg-and-oil mixture. Stir in the zucchini andpistachiosuntilwellcombined.Pourthebatterintotheloafpanandbakefor1houroruntiltesterinsertedinthecentercomesoutclean.
7 Coolfor30minutes,thenflipthebreadoutofpan,cut,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
JALAPEÑOCORNBREAD
This flavor-packed corn bread is chock-full of creamy canna-butter,sweet onions, and peppers and could be a meal unto itself. It’sincrediblytastyandmoist,withjusta littlebitof“zing,”exactlythewaycornbreadshouldbe.
SERVINGS12
PREPTIME30
minutes
COOKTIME33–38minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg1sticksaltedgrass-fedbutter,melted3cupsall-purposeflour
1cupyellowcornmeal¼cupsugar2tablespoonsbakingpowder2teaspoonskoshersalt2cupsmilk3 extra-large eggs, lightly beaten½ stick creamy canna-butter,melted, plus½
stickgrass-fedbutter,melted½sweetonion,minced½redbellpepper,minced2 fresh jalapeño peppers, seeded and minced ½ cup sweet corn, thoroughly
drained1scallion,greenpartsonly,minced4ouncespepper jackcheese4ounceschipotlecheddar,grated,divided1 Preheatovento340ºF.
2 Greasea9-by-13-inchbakingpanwithsomeofthemeltedgrass-fedbutter.
3 Inalargebowl,combinetheflour,cornmeal,sugar,bakingpowder,andsalt.
4 In a separate bowl, mix together the milk, eggs, melted canna-buttermixture,andremaininggrass-fedbutter.
5 Addthedryingredientstothewetingredientsandcombineuntilonlysmalllumpsarevisible.
6 Mixinthemincedonion,redpepper,jalapeños,corn,andscallion.Addthecheesesandgentlyincorporate.Allowthemixturetositatroomtemperaturefor20minutes.
7 Pourthebatter intothegreasedbakingpanandbakefor33to38minutes,untiltoothpickcomesoutclean.Letcool,cutinto12equalpieces,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
TheDouble-WhammyIceCreamSandwich
CHAPTERNO.9
Sweets&SnacksCanna-AppleRoses&Canna-AppleRosePartyTower•HeathBarCanna–CookieButterBrownies•Canna–CaramelCorn•Poundin’
AmarettoPoundCake•Strawberry-BananaCanna-CustardNapoleon•SeaSaltCanna–CaramelCornCookies•Strawberry-LemonKushBars•TheDouble-WhammyIceCreamSandwich•MapleCreamCanna-PuffsPartyTower•Sea-SaltedCanna-ButterPretzelswithCaramelSauce•
PumpkinSpiceSnackCake
CANNA-APPLE ROSES & CANNA-APPLE ROSEPARTYTOWER
Canna-Apple Roses are flaky, crispy, and gorgeous and present aunique takeonapplepie.Thecardamomand rosewater are elegantadditions to a recipe that is sure to impress guests. And for anawesomely beautiful party tower, you can quadruple the recipe andbuild a tower by stacking the apple roses like a pyramid and usingmelted Caramel Sauce poured over the top of each one to hold theonesaboveinplace.Ifyouusepapermuffincups,besuretoremovethembeforestacking.
SERVINGS12
PREPTIME25
minutes
COOKTIME18–20minutes
IDLETIME1hour
hour
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg
FORTHECANNAPASTRYDOUGH2cupsall-purposeflour¾teaspoonsalt½stickcreamycanna-butter,cutinto4pats2stickscoldgrass-fedbutter,diced
into¼-inchcubes½cupcoldwater
FORTHEAPPLEFILLING3apples1teaspoonlemonjuice2tablespoonsrawcanesugar1teaspoonhoney1teaspoonrosewater¼teaspoongroundcinnamon6tablespoonsapricotpreserves¼cupmaplesyrup¼cupMaker’sMarkbourbonConfectioners’sugar
PREPARETHECANNAPASTRYDOUGH
1 Put the flour and salt in a food processor fittedwith a paddle attachment.Add in 4 pats of canna-butter and pulse for 7 to 10 seconds.Add in the coldbuttercubesandpulsetwotimes.Addinthewaterandpulsethreeorfourtimes.Thedoughshouldlookkindofcrumblywithbigchunksofbutter.
2 Turnoutthedoughontoaflouredsurfaceandpullitalltogethertoformalog.Lightlyflourthetopofthedoughandrollitoutintoalargerectangle.Foldthelongsides,oneovertheother,soyouhavethreelayers.Nowrollthedoughupfromendtoend.Wrapinplasticwrapandrefrigeratefor1hour.
PREPARETHEAPPLEFILLING
3 Core the apples. Slice each in half and then cut into thin slices. Quicklyplacetheappleslicesinapotandtosswiththelemonjuice.
4 Add the sugar, honey, rose water, and cinnamon to the pot and fill withwateruntiltheapplesaresubmergedbyabout½inch.Bringtoaboilandcookforabout2minutes,until theapplesare tenderbutstill slightlycrisp.Removewithaslottedspoonandsetaside.
CREATEYOURROSES
5 Preheatovento340ºF.Lineamuffintinwithbutterorpapermuffincups.
6 Unwrap the pastry dough and roll into a large 10-by-12-inch rectangle,¼inch thick. Cut the dough into 12 equal strips that are about 1 inchwide andabout10 inches long.Spreada thin layerofapricotpreservesalongeach stripandplace7 to10appleslices,slightlyoverlapping,on top.Carefullyrolleachstripfromendtoendandplaceinthepreparedpapermuffincups.Bakefor18to20minutesuntillightlygolden.
7 Inasmallbowl,mixtogetherthemaplesyrupandbourbon.Brushthetopsoftheappleroseswithalittlemaple-bourbonsyrup.
8 Dustwithconfectioners’sugarandthenserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
HEATH BAR CANNA–COOKIE BUTTERBROWNIES
These are mymost popular dessert, and there’s good reason for it.Thisissimplyachewychocolatebrownie,withcookiebutter,roastedalmonds,Heath bar, chocolate . . . and cannabis!Use an ice creamscoopand“mini”bakingmoldfor24equallydosedbrownies.
SERVINGS24
PREPTIME15
minutesplus45minutesforfrostingCOOKTIME35–40minutes
IDLETIME30
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg15%:5.7mg20%:7.6mg
Cookingspray(Ipreferbutter-flavored)3sticksgrass-fedbutter,melted1stickcreamycanna-butter,melted3cupsrawcanesugar
1tablespoonvanillaextract4eggs,lightlybeaten1½cupsall-purposeflour1cupunsweetenedcocoapowder1teaspoonsalt1 cup semisweet chocolate chips ½ cup roasted and lightly salted almonds,
crushed1cupSpeculooscookiebutter1½cupmeltingchocolate—2colors(1cupforbasecolorand½cupfordeco-drizzle)ParamountCrystals
4Heathbarsorsimilar,crumbledintopieces1 Preheatovento340ºF.Lightlygreasea9-by-13-inchbrowniepan.
2 Combinethemeltedbutter,meltedcanna-butter,sugar,andvanillainalargebowl.Beat in theeggs,oneata time,mixingwellaftereach,until thoroughlyblended.
3 Using a flour sifter, sift the flour, cocoa powder, and salt into a separatebowl.(It’simportanttoactuallysifttheseingredientsinsteadofjusttossingthemtogether in a bowl.)4 Gradually stir the drymixture into the buttermixtureuntilblended.Addthechocolatechipsandalmonds.Spreadthebatterevenlyinthepreparedbakingpan.Bake35to40minutes,untilatoothpickinsertedintothecenterofoneortwoofthemiddlebrowniescomesoutclean.Remove,andletthepancoolonawirerackbeforereleasingthebrownies.
5 Cutinto24equalpieces.SpreadalayerofSpeculooscookiebutterontopofeachbrownieandrefrigerateuncoveredfor30minutes.
6 InamediumPyrexbowl,meltthechocolateforyourbasecolorwithapinchofParamountCrystals for20 seconds in themicrowave.Stirwell.Microwaveagainfor10seconds.Stirbrisklyuntilsmoothandcreamy.
7 Insertasmallforkintothesideorbottomofabrownie.Dipthebrownieinthechocolate,anduseasmallspatula toensure that it’sevenlycoated.Set thecoated brownie on parchment paper. Repeat this process with the remainingbrownies.
8 Sprinkle Heath Bar crumbles on the brownies while the chocolate is stillwarm.
9 Inacleanbowl,foryourdecorativecolor,meltthechocolatewithapinchofParamount Crystals for 20 seconds in the microwave. Stir well. Microwaveagain for 10 seconds. Stir briskly until smooth and creamy. Swizzle melteddecorativechocolateoverbrownies,andvoilà!
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
WHATAREPARAMOUNTCRYSTALS?
ParamountCrystalsaretinychipsofshorteningthatarethesecrettocreatingasmoothchocolatecoating.Yourchocolatewillbeeasytoworkwithandwilldryevenlywithaniceshinyfinish.
CANNA–CARAMELCORN
I’macaramelcornfanatic,andthebestcaramelcornIeverhadwasat the ArcLight Cinemas in L.A. So it’s no surprise that after onenight at the movies, I spent a week developing the perfect canna-caramelcorn.Whatyouhavehereismymasterpiece.
SERVINGS12
PREPTIME15
minutes
COOKTIME1hour
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:4mg
15%:6mg
20%:8mg
12cupspoppedpopcorn¾cupHoney-WhippedCanna-Butter,plus¼cupgrass-fedbutter2cupspacked
brownsugar1teaspooncoarseseasalt¼cuplightcornsyrup¼ cup dark corn syrup or molasses 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
bakingsoda
1 Preheatovento225ºF.
2 Pour the popcorn onto a baking sheet linedwith parchment paper. Spreadevenly.
3 Overmediumheat,meltthecanna-buttermixturewiththebrownsugar,seasalt, and light anddark corn syrups.Stir until the sugar dissolves andmixtureboils, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove pot from heat and add vanilla. Whisk in thebakingsoda.Themixturewillimmediatelyfoamupanddouble.
4 Drizzleover thepopcornand tosswitha rubberorsiliconespatula tocoatevenly.Bakefor1hour,usingthespatulatotossandmixevery15minutes.
5 Coolandbreakaparttoserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
Poundin’AmarettoPoundCake
POUNDIN’AMARETTOPOUNDCAKE
Thiscakemakesforanawesomedessert,andit’sgreatfirst thinginthemorningforbreakfast.Italsofreezeswell,incaseyouwanttoputsomeaway fora rainyday.My favoritepart is thecrunchy toasted-almondbottom.
SERVINGS12
PREPTIME45
minutes
COOKTIME1hour
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg⅓cupgoldenraisins⅓cupdriedcherries¼cupAmaretto3cupsall-purposeflour½teaspoonbakingsoda¼teaspoonsalt½cupHoney-WhippedCanna-Butter2 tablespoons canna-butter 1¾ sticks grass-fed butter, softened 1 (8-ounce)
packagecreamcheese,softened3cupsrawcanesugar1teaspoonalmondextract6largeeggs½teaspoongroundcinnamon½teaspoongroundnutmeg1teaspoonall-purpose
flour 1 teaspoon confectioners’ sugar Almond slivers, lightly toastedConfectioners’sugar
1 Preheatovento340ºF.Greaseandflouraround10-inchBundt(fluted)panandsetaside.
2 PlaceraisinsandcherriesinasmallpotwiththeAmaretto.Bringtoaboil,thenimmediatelyremovefromtheheat.Coverandsteepforabout20minutes,until the fruit is plump. Using a slotted spoon, remove the fruit from theAmarettoandsetaside.Reserveremainingliquid.
3 Inalargebowl,mixtogether3cupsflour,bakingsoda,andsalt.
4 Inaseparatebowl,mixthecanna-butters,grass-fedbutter,andcreamcheeseuntil smooth and creamy. Mix in the sugar, almond extract, and remainingAmarettoliquidfromraisinsandcherries.Addeggsoneatatime,beatingwellaftereach.
5 Mixthedryingredientsintothecreamedmixtureuntilthebatterissmooth.Addthecinnamonandnutmeg.
6 Inaseparatebowl,combinethe1teaspoonflourandconfectioners’sugar.
7 Toss the raisins and cherries in flour mixture to coat. Then fold into thebatter.
8 PourthebatterintotheBundtpan.Gentlyjiggleandtapsothatthebatterisevenlydistributed.Sprinklealmondsliversontop.
9 Bakefor1hourand15minutes,oruntilatoothpickinsertednearthecentercomesoutclean.Removefromoven,andletcoolfor15minutes.Placeaplateoverthetopofthepanandflip.Coolcompletely.
10 Dustwithconfectioners’sugar,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
STRAWBERRY-BANANA CANNA-CUSTARDNAPOLEON
I love towowmyguestswith thisbeautiful andunexpected infuseddessert at the end of dinner parties. It makes a great treat for anycelebrationorspecialoccasion.
SERVINGS10
PREPTIME1
hourand45minutesCOOKTIME25–30minutes
IDLETIME2
hours
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.4mg
15%:5.2mg
20%:6.9mg⅓cupsugar2tablespoonscornstarch¼teaspoonfinelygroundseasalt2cupswholemilk3largeeggyolks,lightlybeaten3tablespoonscoldcreamycanna-butter,cutinto
small pieces 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Pastry dough (store-bought) 2bananas, sliced thin and lightly sugared1pint strawberries, sliced thin andlightlysugaredConfectioners’sugar1 Placeameshstraineroveramixingbowlandsetaside.
2 Combinethesugar,cornstarch,andseasaltinamediumsaucepanandwhiskuntil incorporated.While constantly whisking, slowly drizzle in¼ cup of themilkuntilsmooth.Whiskintheeggyolksandremainingmilk.
3 Place the saucepan overmedium heat and cook,whisking often, until thepudding begins to thicken and bubble, 5 to 6 minutes. Reduce the heat tomedium-low. Stir constantly, scraping the sides and bottom of the pot with asiliconeorrubberspatulauntilpuddingthickensenoughtoholditsformonthespoon(4to5minutes).
4 Removefromtheheatandstir in thecanna-butterandvanillaextractuntilthe canna-butter is melted and completely incorporated. Pour the puddingthroughthepreparedstrainer. Immediately transfer toamediumbowl.Chill intherefrigeratoruntilset,about2hours.
5 Preheatovento340ºF.
6 Rolloutthepastrydoughintoalargerectangle,16inchesby10inchesby¼inchthick.Usingapizzawheel,cutthepastrydoughintofifteen3-inchsquares.Bake the pastry squares on a parchment paper–lined baking pan for 18 to 20minutes,untilpuffedandgolden.Removeandletcool.
7 Sliceeachpuffpastryinhalfhorizontally.Separateoutthenicest10touseasthetopsofthenapoleonsandanother10touseasthebottoms.Therestofthepieceswillbethemiddlepastrylayer.
8 Lay out the 10 bottom pieces and place ½ teaspoon of custard on each.Layer the banana slices on top of the custard, and add another½ teaspoon of
custardontopofthebananas.
9 Place a “middle” pastry square on top of the bananas and custard. Spreadanother ½ teaspoon of custard on the “middle” layer, then add the slicedstrawberries. Topwith½ teaspoon custard. Place a “top” pastry to cover andsprinklewithconfectioners’sugar.
10 Servetoyourimpressedguests!
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
SEASALTCANNA–CARAMELCORNCOOKIES
These are delicious on their own, but for an even more decadentexperience, serve them alongside a combination of Tahitian vanillaandcoffeeicecreams.Theyaredosedjustrightsothatyoucanenjoymorethanonecookie.
SERVINGS24
cookies
PREPTIME30
minutes
COOKTIME10–15minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:4mg
15%:6mg
20%:8mg
20%:8mg2cupsplus2tablespoonsall-purposeflour1teaspoonbakingsoda1teaspoonbakingpowder1teaspoonsalt1 stickcreamycanna-butter, softened1 stickgrass-fedbutter, softened2 large
eggs¾cupcanesugar¾cuppackeddarkbrownsugar1teaspoonvanillaextract1cupwhitechocolate
chips1cupCanna–CaramelCorn,½cupcrushedSeasalt
1 Preheatovento340˚F.
2 Siftflour,bakingsoda,bakingpowder,andsalttogetherinalargebowl.
3 In another bowl, blend the butters together. Add the eggs, sugar, brownsugar,andvanillaextracttobuttersandblenduntilcreamyandsmooth.Slowlyadd in the flour mixture. Fold in the chocolate chips and ½ cup of crushedCanna–CaramelCorn.
4 Usingasmallicecreamscoop,dropcookiesontoabakingsheetlinedwithparchmentpaper.Lightlypressafewpiecesoftheremainingcaramelcornontoeach cookie, then sprinkle lightlywith sea salt. Bake for 10 to 15minutes oruntilgoldenbrown.
5 Coolcompletelyandserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
STRAWBERRY-LEMONKUSHBARS
WhenIwasgrowingup,lemonbarswerealwaysmytreatofchoicefromthepastryshop(alongwithachocolate-chipcookie).NowthatImake them myself (and infuse them with cannabis), they are a lotmore special. One quick note: I prefer to combine the all-purposeflourwithpastry flour fora lighter, flakiercrust,but ifyoupreferadensercrust,youcanusejustall-purposeflour.
SERVINGS12
PREPTIME2
hoursand20minutesCOOKTIME
45minutes
REFRIGERATIONTIME90
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.7mg
FORTHETOPPING(MAKETHISFIRST,ITTAKES2HOURS)½cuprawcanesugar½cupwater½ pint strawberries, rinsed and sliced thin ½ lemon, cut into small triangular
wedgesFORTHECRUST½stickcreamycanna-butter,plus½stickunsaltedgrass-fedbutter,softened¼
cupcanesugar¼cupall-purposeflour⅓cuppastryflour⅛teaspoonsalt
FORTHEFILLING2eggs⅔cuprawcanesugar3tablespoonsflourZestfrom1wholelemon1Meyerlemon,juicedJuiceof½lime½cupbuttermilk
TOMAKETHETOPPING
1 Preheatovento200˚F.
2 Inasmallsaucepanovermedium-highheat,bringsugarand½cupwatertoboil, stirringuntil the sugar has dissolved.Remove from the heat and let coolcompletely.Dipthestrawberriesandlemonwedgesintothesyrupandplaceonaparchmentpaper–linedbakingsheet.Bakefor2hours,untilthefruitisdriedbutstill colorful. (The lemonwedgesshouldbebrightyellowand thestrawberriesbrightred.)TOMAKETHECRUST
3 Greasethebottomandsidesofan11-by-7-inchbakingpan.
4 In a large bowl, mix together the butters and cane sugar. Add the flour,pastryflour,andsaltandblend.Pressdoughevenlyintothebutteredpantofillthebottom.Bake15to18minutes,untilgolden.
TOMAKETHEFILLING
5 Inalargebowl,whisktheeggsandsugaruntilsmooth.Addtheflour,lemonzest,lemonjuice,limejuice,andbuttermilk.Beatuntilsmoothandnolumpsofflourremain.Pourthefillingoverthebakedcrust.
6 Bake20to25minutesuntilthetoplookssetandedgesbegintoturnalightgolden brown. Remove from the oven and place in the refrigerator for 90minutes,untilcoldandset.
7 Using a sharp knife, cut into 12 pieces, top with candied strawberry andlemonslices,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
THEDOUBLE-WHAMMYICECREAMSANDWICH
Myfriendscallthisthekingoficecreamsandwiches.Thecookiesareanelevated twiston theoriginalTollHousecookie recipe, featuringBlazed Pecans and canna-butter, and the sandwich is an ode tomyfavoriteicecreamtreattothisday,thefamedChipwich.Eachcookiecontainscannabis,sodoseaccordingly.
SERVINGS12
PREPTIME30
minutes
COOKTIME10–15minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:8.2mg
15%:12.4mg
20%:16.4mg
2¼cupsall-purposeflour1teaspoonbakingsoda1teaspoonsalt1 stickcreamycanna-butter, softened1 stickgrass-fedbutter, softened2 large
eggs¾cupcanesugar¾ cup packed dark brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup semisweet
chocolatechips1cupBlazedPecans
Yourfavoriteicecream1 Preheatovento340˚F.
2 Siftflour,bakingsoda,andsalttogetherinalargebowl.
3 Inaseparatebowl,blendthecanna-butterandthegrass-fedbuttertogether.Addtheeggs,sugar,brownsugar,andvanillaextracttobuttersandblenduntilcreamyandsmooth.Slowlyadd the flourmixture.Fold in thechocolatechipsandBlazedPecans.
4 Usingasmallicecreamscoop,drop24cookiesontobakingsheetlinedwithparchmentpaper.Bakefor11to15minutes,oruntilgoldenbrown(shortenthetime for chewy cookies; lengthen the time for crispy cookies). Let them coolcompletelyandthenfreezefor30minutes.
5 To complete the sandwiches, press one scoop of ice cream between 2cookies.Refreezefor1hourandserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
MAPLECREAMCANNA-PUFFSPARTYTOWER
This is the ultimate party cake and a beautiful dessert centerpiece.Each cream puff is lightly medicated, so you and your guests canenjoymorethanjustoneortwo.JustmakesureyoupayattentiontothepercentageofTHCinthebutteryouuse,andletyourguestsknowapproximatelyhowmanymilligramsofTHCthereareineachpuffsotheydon’tgooverboard.
SERVINGS1
tower/30canna-puffs
PREPTIME90
minutes
COOKTIME40
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:1.5mg15%:2.3mg20%:3mg
FORTHEMAPLECANNA–CUSTARD4tablespoonsmaplesyrup2tablespoonscornstarch¼teaspoonfinelygroundseasalt2cupswholemilk3largeeggyolks,lightlybeaten3tablespoonscoldcreamycanna-butter,cutinto
smallpieces2teaspoonsvanillaextract
FORTHECANNA–PUFFS3eggs,plus1eggforeggwash1cupwater1stickunsaltedgrass-fedbutter½teaspoonsalt1½teaspoonsrawcanesugar1cupall-purposeflour2cupscanna-custard
FORCARAMEL“GLUE”1cupheavycream1tablespooncreamycanna-butter,plus2tablespoonsunsaltedgrass-fedbutter¼
teaspoonsalt1½cupswhitegranulatedsugar¼cupcornsyrup¼cupwater½teaspoonvanillaextract
FORTHEDECORATION1½cupsmeltingchocolate(it’sfuntochooseacolorthatmatchestheoccasion)
ParamountCrystals¼cuphazelnuts,toastedandlightlycrushedTOPREPARETHECUSTARD
1 Placeameshstraineroveramixingbowlandsetaside.
2 Combine themaple syrup, cornstarch, and sea salt in amedium saucepanand whisk until incorporated.While constantly whisking, slowly drizzle in ¼
cupofthemilkuntilsmooth.Whiskintheeggyolksandremainingmilk.
3 Place the saucepan overmedium heat and cook,whisking often, until thepudding begins to thicken and bubble, 5 to 6 minutes. Reduce the heat tomedium-low. Stir constantly, scraping the sides and bottom of the pot with asiliconeorrubberspatulauntilpuddingthickensenoughtoholditsformonthespoon(4to5minutes).
4 Removefromtheheatandstir in thecanna-butterandvanillaextractuntilthe canna-butter is melted and completely incorporated. Pour the puddingthroughthepreparedstrainerandimmediatelytransfertoamediumbowl.Chillintherefrigeratoruntilset,about2hours.
TOPREPARETHECANNA-PUFFS
5 Preheatovento425ºF.
6 Beat1egginasmallbowlandsetasideasyoureggwash.
7 In a large saucepan, bring thewater, butter, salt, and raw cane sugar to arollingboilovermedium-highheat.Immediatelyremovefromheatandaddallthe flour at once. Stir vigorously until all the flour is incorporated, about 1minute.
8 Return thesaucepan to theheatandcookfor less thanaminute todry themixture out a bit. Then fully beat the 3 eggs, one at a time, into the flourmixture.Mixuntilthedoughissmoothandglossyandtheeggsarecompletelyincorporated.
9 Usingan icecreamscoopwitha release lever,drop30doughballsontoaparchment paper–lined baking pan.Brush the top of each dough ballwith theeggwash.
10 Bakefor15minutesat425ºF,thenreduceheatto375ºFandcontinuebakingfor18to20minutes,untiltheballsarepuffedandgolden.Donotopentheovenwhiletheyarebaking.Removeandletcool.
TOFILLTHEPUFFS
11 Removethecanna-custardfromtherefrigeratorandscrapeofftheskin(thisisyourstoenjoywhileyoumakethecreampuffs).Fitapastrybagwithapastry
tip.Insertthetipintothepuffs,oneatatime,andsqueezeabout1tablespoonofcustardintoeachpuff.
12 Refrigerate thefilledpuffs,covered lightlywithplasticwrapso theydon’tgetsoggy.
TOPREPARETHECANNA-CARAMEL“GLUE”
13 Overmediumheat,warmthecream,canna-buttermixture,andsalt ina2-quartsaucepanuntilthebuttermelts.Removefromtheheat.
14 Inalargesaucepan,combinethesugar,cornsyrup,andwater.Stirtocreateathickgrainypaste.Wipedowntheinsidesofthepanwithadamppastrybrushorrubberspatulasotherearenosugarcrystalsabovethesurfaceofthemixture.Cookovermediumtomedium-highheat.Donotstir.Letthesugarsyrupcometoaboil.Boiluntoucheduntilthesugarbeginstoturnlightbrownandtosmelllikecaramel.
15 Turnoff theheatandwhiskin thewarmcreammixture.Returnthepantomedium to medium-high heat. Let the caramel come to a boil again withoutstirring.When the caramel turns a reddish-brown or caramel color, remove itfromtheheat.Immediatelywhiskinthevanilla.
16 Letthemixturesitfor30to45minutestocoolenoughsoyoucanputitintoapastrybagandworkwiththebag.
TOCREATETHETOWER
17 Fitapastrybagwithasmallorsmall/mediumtipandfill thebagwith thecaramel.
18 Arrange7puffsinacircleonaplatter.Pipeastripeofcaramelontheseamsconnectingeachpuff.Place6puffsonthenextlayer,centeringeachpuffonthecaramelseambelow.Nowpipeastripeofcaramelontheseamsconnectingeachpuffonthislayer.Repeatthisprocessuntilyouhave7levels,withonepuffonthetop.
19 Savetheremaining2canna-puffsforyouandafriend.
TODECORATETHETOWER
20 InamediumPyrexbowl,meltthechocolatewithalargepinchofParamountCrystals for 20 seconds in themicrowave. Stir well.Microwave again for 10seconds.Stirbrisklyuntilsmoothandcreamyandfluid.
21 Slowlypouralightstreamofmeltedchocolatefromthetopofthetowersoitdripsdown thesides.Garnishwithcrushedhazelnuts,and thenpresentyourmasterpiece!
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
SEA-SALTED CANNA-BUTTER PRETZELS WITHCARAMELSAUCE
Inspiredby a trip toAuntieAnne’s pretzels inNewYorkCity, thiswas my first non-cookie/non-brownie cannabis-infused recipe. Soft,chewy,anddeliciouslymedicated, theyarenowa stapleatmanyofmy420dinnerparties.
SERVINGS12
PREPTIME25
minutes
COOKTIME8
minutes
IDLETIME1
hourto1hourand30minutesAPPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:7.7mg15%:11.5mg20%:15.4mg
20%:15.4mg
FORTHEPRETZELS2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 cup
milk1cupwater1½ tablespoons active dry yeast (2 packets) 4 tablespoons grass-fed butter,
softened4½cupsall-purposeflour2teaspoonsfineseasalt¼cupbakingsoda1cupwarmwater1stickcreamycanna-butter,meltedKoshersalt
FORTHECARAMELSAUCE½cupheavycream½cuprawcanesugar½cuplightbrownsugar¼cupwater1tablespoonlightcornsyrup2tablespoonsunsaltedgrass-fedbutter,softened1teaspoonpurevanillaextract
TOPREPARETHEPRETZELS
1 Inasmallbowl,mixthesugarsandsetaside.
2 Inasmallsaucepan,warmthemilkandwaterovermedium-lowheatuntilthetemperaturereaches110˚F,1½to2minutes.Pourthewarmmilk-and-watermixtureintoalargebowlandwhiskintheyeastuntilithasdissolved.Letrestfor5to7minutesuntilitfoams.
3 Addthesugars,grass-fedbutter,1cupflour,and2teaspoonsfineseasalttothemilkmixture.Stiruntilblended.Slowlyaddtheremaining3½cupsflourandkneaduntilelastic.Thedoughshouldpullawayfromthesidesofthebowl.
4 Cover the bowlwith plastic wrap and allow the dough to rise in awarm
placeuntildoubledinsize,60to90minutes.Don’tgobytime—gobyresults.
5 Preheatovento450ºF.
6 Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Cover doughportions looselywithplasticwrapwhileyouwork, topreventadrycrust fromformingontheoutside.
7 Rolleachpieceoutintoalong,thinrope.Thedoughwillrise,sothinisthekeyhere.Nowtieeachropeintoalargelooseknot(soitlookslikeapretzel).
8 Inashallowbowl,whisktogetherthebakingsodaandwarmwater.
9 Fullyimmerseeachpretzelinbakingsodabathforafewseconds,thenplaceon a baking pan linedwith parchment paper.Bake the pretzels in a preheatedovenfor7 to9minutes,untilgoldenbrown(8minutesseems tobe themagicnumberformyoven).Removefromtheovenandbrushthetopsandbottomsofpretzelswiththemeltedcanna-butter.Sprinklethemwithkoshersalt.
TOPREPARETHECARAMELSAUCE
10 Inasmallpot,heatthecreamuntilscaldinghot(justbelowaboil)andsetaside.
11 Inalargepot,combinethesugars,water,andcornsyrupandbringtoaboilovermedium-highheat.Stiruntilthesugarsaredissolvedandcontinuecooking,withoutstirring,untilthemixturereaches380ºF.
12 Removefromtheheatandslowlyaddthecream.Themixturewillfoam,sobe careful. Slowly add in the butter and vanilla, and continue to mix untilsmooth.
13 Bring themixture back to a boil andboil for 5minutes, until the caramelformssilkyribbonswhendrizzledoveritself.
14 Removefromheatandletcoolfor10minutes.
15 Servewarmwithpretzels.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
PUMPKINSPICESNACKCAKE
Chef J. P. Reyes and I invite you to enjoy a slice (or two) of fallgoodnesswith this tasty, veganpumpkin spice cake. If youprefer amorebutterycake,justuse¼cupcanna-butterinsteadofthecanna–coconutoil.
SERVINGS12
PREPTIME30
minutes
COOKTIME45–50minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5mg
15%:7.6mg
20%:10mg3cupsall-purposeflour1teaspoonbakingsoda
½teaspoonsalt1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon
ground ginger ½ teaspoon ground cloves ½ teaspoon ground allspice ½teaspoon ground cardamom ¼ cup grass-fed butter, melted 2 tablespoonsextra-virgincanna–coconutoil,plus2tablespoonsextra-virgincoconutoil3largeeggs
2cupsrawcanesugar
1teaspoonvanillaextract1(15-ounce)canpumpkinpuree1 Preheatovento325ºF.Greaseandfloura9-by-5-inchloafpanandsetaside.
2 In a large bowl,mix the flour, baking soda, and salt.Mix in the nutmeg,cinnamon,ginger,cloves,allspice,andcardamomandstirtodistributethespicesthroughouttheflourmixture.
3 In a separate bowl, mix the grass-fed butter, canna–coconut oil mixture,eggs,sugar,vanilla,andpumpkinpureeuntilsmooth.
4 Add thedry ingredients to thewet ingredientsandmixuntil smooth.Pourinto thepreparedpanandbakefor75 to90minutes,untila toothpick insertedintothecentercomesoutclean.
5 Letcoolpartiallyfor20minutesandservewarm.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
MediterraneanChicken,RoastedCanna-SpikedEggplant&Couscous
CHAPTERNO.10
Entertaining&GourmetPoachedSalmon,SautéedZucchini&LeekSpaghetti,BeurreBlanc&ParsleyedPotatoes•BeefTartare,Crostini,EggYolk&ArugulaSalad•ShapotDinner•GrilledSteakwithCompoundCanna-Butter,Jus,GrilledSeasonalVegetables&PotatoPuree•MediterraneanChicken,RoastedCanna-SpikedEggplant&Couscous•SpicyMoroccanCanna–LambTaginewithCilantro&Mint•RibEyewithCanna-ButteredBlackened
Corn&CelticSeaSalt•VegetarianFiestaNight
POACHEDSALMON,SAUTÉEDZUCCHINI&LEEKSPAGHETTI, BEURRE BLANC & PARSLEYEDPOTATOES
Thiselegantandincrediblydelicious420salmonmealresultsfromacollaborationbetweenChefTadashiMiwaandme.TadashiandImetwhen he was working the line at One Market in San Francisco. Ialways thought poaching salmon would be difficult, but Tadashishowedmethatit’seasierthanmakingpieinastore-boughtpieshell—and it takesonlyminutes!Wantaneat trick for thezucchini-and-leek spaghetti? Get a $15 hand spiralizer! This is my new favoritekitchen gadget and it “spaghettis” a whole zucchini in only 30seconds.
SERVINGS6
PREPTIME45
minutes
COOKTIME1
hourand30minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5.1mg15%:7.6mg20%:10.2mg
FORTHESALMON6salmonfillets(about6ounceseach)FineseasaltWhitepepper
FOR THE COURT BOUILLON (POACHING LIQUID) 4 medium yellowonions,roughlychopped8carrots,chopped(about1inchthick)8celerystalks,chopped(about1inchthick)⅔cupwhitewinevinegar5quartswater1herbsachetof3sprigsthyme,5parsleystems,1bayleaf,1teaspooncracked
peppercornsFORTHEPARSLEYEDPOTATOES12babyredpotatoes,washedandcutinquartersSalt2tablespoonsgrass-fedbutter¼cupparsley,minced
FORTHEBEURREBLANC2teaspoonsshallot,minced½teaspoonblackpeppercorns½cupdrywhitewine1tablespoonlemonjuice1½tablespoonsciderorwhitewinevinegar¼cupheavycream1¾ sticks grass-fed butter, cubed (about 1 inch) and chilled 2 tablespoons
creamycanna-butter,chilledSaltGroundwhitepepper
FORTHEZUCCHINI-AND-LEEKSPAGHETTI2teaspoonsgrass-fedbutter2teaspoonscreamycanna-butter
1½cupszucchini,cut intoa long julienne (⅛by⅛ inch thick)1½cups leeks,whitepartonly,cutintoalongjulienneandblanchedSalt
Groundblackpepper1tablespoonchives,minced
1 Seasonbothsidesofsalmonwithsaltandwhitepeppertotaste.
PREPARETHECOURTBOUILLON
2 Inalargepot,placealloftheingredients(exceptthesachet)inthewaterandbringtoaboil.Reducetheheattolowandallowtosimmer.Addthesachetandallowbouillontosimmerfor45minutesto1hour.Youshouldbeabletotastetheacidandthearomatics.Strainandkeephotoververylowheat.
BOILTHEPOTATOES
3 In a separate large pot, place the baby red potatoes, quartered, and coverwith water. Season with salt and allow to simmer over medium heat untilcooked,15to18minutes.Donotboil—ifyoudo,thepotatoeswillstarttofallapartastheycook.
4 Remove the potatoes and soak in an ice bath to stop the cookingprocess,thensetaside.
PREPARETHEBEURREBLANC
5 Combine the shallot, peppercorns, wine, lemon juice, and vinegar in asaucepan.Cookovermedium-highheatuntiltheliquidhasevaporatedtonearlydry.Addtheheavycreamandreducebyhalfovermediumheat.
6 Lowertheheatandallowthecreamtobarelysimmer.Addthecubed/chilledbutter and canna-butter a few pieces at a time, whisking constantly toincorporatethoroughly.Whenallofthebutterisincorporated,thesaucewillbeslightlythickened.
7 Tasteandseasonwithsaltandwhitepepper.Setasideandholdinawarmspace.
PREPARETHEPOACHEDSALMON
8 Bringthecourtbouillontoabaresimmer.
9 Submerge the seasoned salmon fillets fully (about 2 inches deep from thesurface) and poach for 7 to 10 minutes. After 7 minutes, check the internaltemperatureofthesalmon(itmustbeatleast125ºbutnomorethan135ºF).Setasideandcovertokeepwarm.
PREPARETHEPARSLEYEDPOTATOES
10 Inasautépan,heatthegrass-fedbutterovermedium-highheat.Tossinthepreparedpotatoesandsautéuntil there issomebrowningon thesurfaceof thepotatoes.Removefromtheheat,seasonwithsalt,andtossinagenerousamountofparsley.
PREPARETHEZUCCHINI-AND-LEEKSPAGHETTI11 Inaseparatesautépan, heat the grass-fed butter overmedium heat.Whenmelted, add in canna-butterandmixwell.
12 Immediately add the zucchini and leeks, tossing frequently until heatedthrough(2 to3minutes).Seasonwithsaltandblackpepper.Removefromtheheatandtossinthechoppedchives.
TOPLATE
13 Placeafairamountofthesautéedzucchini-and-leekspaghettiinthecenteroftheplate.Positionapoachedsalmonfilletontopofthebedofnoodles.Placeaservingoftheparsleyedpotatoesontheside.Ladleabout2tablespoonsofthebeurreblancsauceontopofthesalmon,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
BEEF TARTARE, CROSTINI, EGG YOLK &ARUGULASALAD
ThisperfectlydosedappetizerisanotherfuncollaborationwithChefTadashi. The flavor of the capers and herbs mixed with the subtleflavorofthecannabiscomplementsthefreshtasteofthebeef.Placedonabedofarugulaand toppedwithacreamyeggyolk, thisdish iswonderfullytastyandmakesforabeautifulpresentation.
SERVINGS6
PREPTIME1hour
COOKTIME1hour
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:5mg15%:7.6mg20%:10mg
6eggs¾cupoliveoil2tablespoonscapers1cupcrèmefraîche2tablespoonshorseradishroot,grated4teaspoonslemonjuiceSaltandfreshlygroundblackpepper2poundsNewYorkstriporribeyesteak
(fat cap, gristle, and sinews removed), diced small 8 tablespoons shallots,finely diced (about 2 large shallots) 4 tablespoons tarragon, minced 3tablespoonschives,minced
4tablespoonschervil,minced(optional)7lemons(zestonly)¼cupextra-virginoliveoil1 tablespoonextra-virgincanna–oliveoil,plus3 tablespoonsextra-virginolive
oil3tablespoonscapers,minced3tablespoonscaperjuice24slicesFrenchbread,cutonthebias,¼inchthick6handfulsbabyarugula
1 Preheatagrillorbroiler.
2 Inapot,simmerwateronverylowheat(about140˚F).Placetheeggsinthepot,makingsure that thewatercovers theeggsbyat least½ inch.Cookfor4minutes.
3 Heatalargeskilletoverhighheatforabout2minutes.Add¼cupofoliveoilandthecapersandfryuntilcrispy,about5minutes.(Note:Whencapersarefried, they bloom like a flower,whichwill provide visual appeal to the dish.)Removethecapersfromtheoilandspreadonapapertowel.Setasideatroomtemperature.Reservetheoiltomakethecrostini.
4 Inamediumbowl,whiskthecrèmefraîcheuntilslightlyfoamyandaerated.Add thegratedhorseradishrootand lemonjuice, thenseason to tastewithsaltand pepper. Mix thoroughly. Taste and adjust the flavors and seasoning asnecessary.
5 Transferthemixtureintoapipingbagandsetasideinthefridge.
6 Inaseparatebowl, tossdicedsteak,shallots, tarragon,chives,chervil,half
ofthelemonzest,¼cupextra-virginoliveoil,canna–oliveoilmixture,mincedcapers,andcaperjuice.Seasonwithsaltandpepper.Setasideinthefridge.
7 Brush the sliced bread with the olive oil you used to fry the capers, andseasonlightlywithsalt(thecapersalreadyhavealotofsaltyflavor).Toastonthepreheatedgrillorunderthebroileruntilgoldenbrownandcrispy.
8 Inanotherbowl, toss thearugulawith the remainingextra-virginoliveoil,addtheremaininglemonzest,andseasonwithsaltandpepper.Tasteandadjustseasoningasnecessary.
9 To plate, divide the tartare into 6 portions, and place each portion on theplate inaneatpile (useamold, ifdesired).Crack thesoft-boiledeggatop thetartare.Pipedollopsofcrèmefraîchearoundorontopofonesideofthetartare(use your imagination here). Place crispy capers atop each dollop of crèmefraîche,orrandomlysprinklethemontheplate.Placethearugulasaladononesidewiththecrostini,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
SHAPOTDINNER
This is themeal thatmakesmymomtheproudest. It’s the real-deal“Shabbat meal,” complete with Gefilte Fish, Potzo Ball Soup, andCanna-Challah. It pairs beautifully with the Infused BBQ PulledBrisket to create the complete experience. Time for an upliftingShabbatdinner!
FULLMEAL
(notincludingtheInfusedBBQPulledBrisket)*
SERVINGS6
PREPTIME2
hoursand30minutes
COOKTIME4
hours
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING
10%:7.1mg15%:10.7mg20%:14.2mg
InfusedGefilteFish
SERVINGS6
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:1.67mg15%:2.5mg20%:3.3mg
½cupmatzomeal
4cupsfishorvegetablestock4carrots1largeonion,halvedandsliced2stalkscelery,sliced2teaspoonshoney3tablespoonsoliveoil1mediumonion,minced2garliccloves,minced1teaspoonlightcanna–oliveoil2poundswhitefish,carp,orsalmon3eggs,separated1tablespoonrawcanesugar1teaspoonparsley,chopped2to3teaspoonssalt½teaspoongroundwhitepepper
1 Place thematzomeal in a small bowl.Coverwith 1 cup of stock and letsoak.
2 Preheatovento340ºF.
3 Inasmallsaucepan,heattheremainingstock,carrots,slicedonion,celery,and honey until it boils. Immediately remove from heat and pour into a largebakingdish.Setaside.
4 Preheat a small skillet and heat the regular olive oil. Over medium heat,sauté theminced onion until translucent, 3 to 4minutes. Do not brown. Addgarlic and canna-oil and sauté for 1 moreminute. Remove from heat and letcool.
5 In a food processor, chop the fish until fine. Add the wet matzo meal,sautéedonion,3eggyolks,sugar,choppedparsley,2teaspoonssalt,andwhitepepper.Pulseuntilwellcombined.
6 In a cleanmediumbowl,whisk the eggwhites until firm.Gently fold theeggwhitesintothefishmixture.Addsaltandpeppertotaste.
7 Dividethefishmixtureinto12equalpartsandshapeeachintoa5-inchlog.Setthelogsintothestock-filledbakingdish.Coverwithaluminumfoilandbakefor30to35minutes.
8 Letcoolwithstock,refrigerate,andservewhenready.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
Chocolate-FilledCanna-Challah
SERVINGS8
(becauseyoushouldalwayshaveextrabreadatthetable!)APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg15%:5.7mg20%:7.6mg
FORTHECHALLAH2cupshigh-glutenflour,plusmoreasneeded2cupswhole-wheatflour1cupwarmwater(about110˚F)1packagedryyeast1teaspoonsugar1 tablespoon extra-virgin canna–coconut oil, plus 3 tablespoons extra-virgin
coconutoil2eggs,beaten¼cuphoney1½teaspoonssalt1cupbittersweetchocolatechips(6ounces)FORTHETOPPING1eggforeggwash1teaspoonwaterforeggwash2tablespoonssugar¼teaspooncinnamon
1 Sifttogetherthehigh-glutenflourandwhole-wheatflour.Setaside.
2 Ina largemixingbowl,stir together thewarmwater,yeast,andsugar.Letstand for about 5minutes, until it starts to look foamy.Whisk in the canna–coconutoilmixture,2eggs,honey,andsaltandmixuntilwellcombined.Addtheflourmixtureandstiruntileverythingiscombinedanddoughisstartingtoform.Beawarethatthedoughmightbestickyatthispoint.
3 Turn the dough out onto a well-floured surface and knead for about 10minutes,untilthedoughisnolongerstickyanditbouncesbackwhenyouindentitwithyourfinger.Placeinawell-greasedmixingbowl,coverwithplasticwraporaplate,andletitriseforabout1houratroomtemperature,untildoubledinsize. Then place the dough in the refrigerator to develop flavor and rise
overnight.
4 Whenyou’rereadytobake,greasetwo8-inchcakepans.
5 Cut the dough into two proportional pieces and cover the second with akitchentowel.Workingwiththefirstpieceofdough,cutitinto8equalpieces.Foreachofthesesmallpieces,place2teaspoonsofchocolatechipsinthecenterandpinchthedougharoundthechocolate.Rollitintoaball,keepingapocketofchocolatechipsinside.
6 Placethese8ballsinoneofyourgreasedtins,withoneinthecenterandtheotherballsarrangedevenlyaroundit.
7 Repeat thisprocesswith the secondballofdoughandarrange theballs inthe second greased tin. Cover both tins and let the dough rise for 60 to 90minutes.Theballsofdoughshouldriseandjointogetherandbecomelightandairy. If they aren’t doubled in size after 1 hour, let them rise an additional 30minutesandcheckagain.
8 Meanwhile,preheatovento375˚F.
TOPREPARETHETOPPING
9 Beat theremainingeggwith1 teaspoonwater,andbrushover thechallah.Mixthesugarandcinnamontogetherandsprinkleevenlyoverthechallah.Bakefor 30 to 40 minutes, checking after the first 20 minutes. If the challah isbrowningtooquickly,lightlycoveritwithfoil.Removefromtheoven,andletcoolonawirerack.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
ChickenSoup
CHICKENSOUP
SERVINGS12
POTZOBALLS
SERVINGS6
potzoballs
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:2.6mg15%:3.8mg20%:5.2mg
FORTHECHICKENSOUP1wholechicken,3to4pounds1celeryroot4quartswater4largecarrots,halved4stalkscelery,halved(includingleaves)2parsnips,halved1turnip,quartered1 Spanish onion, skin on, rinsed and sliced in two halves 5 to 6 sprigs fresh
parsley5to6sprigsfreshdill2sprigsthyme2teaspoonsblackpeppercorns3to5wholecloves
½teaspoonturmeric4or5stringsofsaffron2bayleaves4tablespoonskoshersalt⅓cupcarrots,peeledandsliced⅓cupcelery,sliced¼cupfreshdill,chopped¼cupfreshparsley,chopped
FORTHEPOTZOBALLS3eggs2teaspoonscanna–oliveoil,plus2tablespoonslightoliveoil1teaspoononion,
mincedfineSplashofclubsoda¾cupmatzomeal1teaspoonbakingpowderSaltCoarselygroundpepper
1 Placethechickenandceleryrootinaverylargepotwith4quartsofwaterandboilfor15minutes.Placethehalvedcarrotsandcelery(includingleaves),parsnips,turnip,Spanishonionhalves,andsprigsofparsley,dill,andthymeinalargepieceofcheeseclothorasoupsock.Shutandsecurewithapieceoftwine.
2 Lower theheaton thepot to simmerand,usinga ladle, remove the foam,etc.,thatrisestothetop.Placevegetablesachetinthepotandcoverwithmorewater,ifnecessary.Addpeppercorns,cloves,turmeric,saffron,bayleaves,andkoshersalt.Bringtoaboil,thencoverandlowerheattosimmer.Simmerfor90minutes.
3 Whilesoupiscooking,makethepotzoballs.
TOMAKETHEPOTZOBALLS
4 In amediumbowl,whisk eggswith canna–oliveoilmixture.Addmincedonion.Addclubsodaandstir.
5 Inaseparatebowl,combine thematzomealandbakingpowder, thenfoldintotheeggmixture.Addsaltandpeppertotaste.Coverwithplasticwrapandrefrigeratefor30minutes.
TOMAKEPOTZOBALLSOUP
6 Removethesoupfromheatandletcoolfor30minutes.Removeeverythingfromthepotbuttheliquid,anddiscardthevegetablesachetandceleryroot.
7 Cut,dice,orshredchickenandsetaside.
8 Placethesoupbackonstoveandbringtoaboil.Usinganicecreamscoop,drop6potzoballsintotheboilingsoupliquid.Boilfor10minutesuntilballsset.
9 Addbackthechicken,thenaddtheslicedcarrots,celery,choppeddill,andparsley.Continuetocookfor20minutesandthenserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
TOCOMPLETETHEMEAL
ServewithInfusedBBQPulledBrisket,ZucchiniCanna-Kugel,orFive-PepperBlazedPOTatoes.TopitoffwithCanna-AppleRosesorPumpkinSpiceSnackCakefordessert.
NOTEI suggest that you “cut” the cannabisoil in all the infuseddishes toachieveamaximumof15-20milligramsTHCperpersontotalforthemeal.
GRILLED STEAK WITH COMPOUND CANNA-BUTTER,JUS,GRILLEDSEASONALVEGETABLES&POTATOPUREE
Another collaborationwith Chef Tadashi, this is the ultimate bistrosteakdinner.Whatcanbebetterthancompoundbuttermeltingoverasizzlingsteak?Compoundcanna-butter—enjoy!
FULLMEAL
SERVINGS6
PREPTIME1hour
COOKTIME1
hourand30minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:7.3mg
15%:11mg20%:14.6mg
COMPOUNDCANNA-BUTTER
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg
BAKEDPOTATOES
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:1.9mg
15%:2.8mg
20%:3.8mg
CANDIEDBABYCARROTS
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:1.6mg
15%:2.5mg
20%:3.2mg
JUSLIÉ1 pound chicken bones, including trimmings, like wings and some meat 4
tablespoonslightoliveoil¼cupcarrots,mediumdice(½inchby½inch)¼cupcelery,mediumdice
½cupyellowonion,mediumdice2tablespoonstomatopaste½cupdryredwine4cupschickenstock1 sachet of 5 sprigs thyme, 6 parsley stems, 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon cracked
peppercorns2tablespoonscornstarchmixedinto1cupofwater(slurry)SaltGroundblackpepper
FORTHECOMPOUNDCANNA–BUTTER3¾sticksunsaltedgrass-fedbutter2tablespoonscreamycanna-butter,softened
atroomtemperature1tablespoonthyme,minced1tablespoonchives,minced1tablespoonparsley,mincedSalt
FORTHEPOTATOPUREE6mediumrussetpotatoes1cupcrèmefraîche1¾sticksgrass-fedbutter1tablespooncreamycanna-butterplus1tablespoonsaltedgrass-fedbutter1cup
chives,mincedSaltPepper
FORTHECANDIEDBABYCARROTS1poundbabycarrots,peeledandendstrimmed1teaspooncanna–oliveoil,plus
1tablespoonoliveoil2teaspoonsbrownsugarPinchofsaltPinchofcinnamon
FORTHESTEAKVegetableoilforseasoninggrill6(8-ounce)grass-fedribeyesteaks(¾inchto1
inchthick)SaltGroundblackpepper
PREPARETHEJUSLIÉ
1 In a largepot, brown the chickenbones and the trimmings in theoil overmedium-highheat.Remove thebrownedchickenbonesand trimmingsandsetaside.
2 In the same pan, add the carrot, celery, and onion (in that order, cookingthematleast1minuteapart)untiltheybrown.Pourofftheexcessoil,thenaddthe tomato paste and cook, stirring frequently (adjust to medium heat), untilbrick-brownandgivingoffasweetaroma(15to20minutes).
3 Addtheredwinetodeglazethepanandreducethewineslightly.Addthechickenstockandstirtoreleasethedrippingsfromthebottomofthepan,thenaddbackthebrownedchickenbonesandtrimmings.
4 Reduceheat tomedium-lowor low, thenadd theherbsachet.Simmerandstartreducingthejusliéuntildesiredconcentrationofflavorisachieved(about30minutes).Whilereducingthejuslié,usealadletocontinuouslydegreaseandremovetheimpuritiesatthesurface.
5 Addthecornstarchslurrytothickenthesauceenoughtocoatthebackofaspoon.Adjustseasoningwithsaltandpepper.
6 Strainthroughachinoisorafine-meshstrainer;setasidethesauceandkeepitinahotplace.Anyextrasaucecanbekeptinthefridgeforacoupleofweeksforfutureuse.
PREPARETHECOMPOUNDCANNA-BUTTER
7 In a bowl, mix together the softened butter, canna-butter, minced thyme,chives,andparsley.Seasonwellwithsalt.Place thebuttermixture inaplasticwrapandrollintoalog,makingsurethattherollistightandnoairpocketsarepresent.Ifthereareairpockets,poketheairpocketswithatoothpicktoreleasetheair,thenretightentheroll.Refrigeratetosolidify.
PREPARETHEPOTATOPUREE
8 Preheatovento340ºF,andbakethepotatoesfor1hour.
9 While still hot, but cool enough toworkwith, cut thepotatoes lengthwiseandscoopout the insideswithaspoon intoamixingbowl.Mash thepotatoesandaddthecrèmefraîche,butter,canna-butter,andmincedchives(foldgentlywithaspatula,beingcarefulnottoovermash).Seasonwithsaltandpepper.Setasideandkeephot.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutterPREPARETHEBABYCARROTS
10 Keeptheovenat340ºF.
11 Drizzle the baby carrotswith the canna–olive oilmixture, brown sugar, apinchofsalt,andapinchofcinnamon.Coatevenly,thenspreadoutonabakingsheet.
12 Roast the baby carrots (during the last 15 to 20 minutes of the potatoes’baking) until some surface caramelization develops. Check for doneness, andcooklongerifnecessary.Setasideandkeepinahotplace.
PREPARETHEGRILL
13 Makesuregrillisclean,andpreheatittomedium-high.Seasonthegrillbywipingitwithclothdampenedwithvegetableoilasyouallowittoheatup.
14 Season the steaks thoroughlywith salt andpepper.Place the steakson thegrillforabout2minutes,thenrotateeachsteak90ºinthesamespotonthegrillfor another2minutes.Repeat the sameprocesson theother sideof the steak.Finishcookingthesteakeitheronthegrillor intheoven(internal temperaturemustbeatleast125ºFfornicemedium-raresteak).
TOPLATE
15 Spoon thedesiredamountofpotatopureeonto theplateatabout the threeo’clockposition.Place the steak at about six o’clock, leaning it a little on thepotatoes. Ladle in the sauce, pouring over only one part of the steak. Place aslice of compound butter atop the steak. Position the roasted baby carrots ataboutteno’clock,andserveimmediately.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN, ROASTED CANNA-SPIKEDEGGPLANT&COUSCOUS
Severalyears agowhilevisiting the IsleofCapri, Imet amanwhomademe a delicious dish of chickenwith spiced eggplant. He alsotaughtmeafewculinary tricks, likescoring,salting,andaddingredpepperflakestotheeggplantbeforeroasting.AssoonasIgotback,Ire-createdtherecipe,addedafewingredientsofmyown(includingavery special one), andvoilà!Thedish is simple, exotic, comforting,andlighteronthecannabis.Andbecausethecannabisisinfusedintotheeggplantonly,youcanservethistoamixedcrowd,inwhichsomewantcannabisandothersdon’t.Simplyleaveofftheeggplantforthepeoplewhowanttodinewithoutcannabis.
SERVINGS4
PREPTIME30
minutes
COOKTIME40
minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:2.5mg
15%:3.8mg
20%:5mg
FORTHEEGGPLANT1largeeggplant,cutinto1-inch-thicksteaks½cupoliveoil½teaspoonfineseasalt½teaspoonredpepperflakes,plusmoretotaste1teaspooncanna–oliveoil,plus
1tablespoonextra-virginoliveoil1teaspoonfennelseedsJuiceof1lemon
FORTHECHICKEN4poundsskinless,bonelesschickenbreast,cutintobite-sizepieces1tablespoon
oliveoil2teaspoonsmincedgarlic1teaspooncoarseseasalt½teaspooncrushedblack
pepper¼teaspoondriedthyme1redonion,chopped1cupsweetpeppers,sliced¾cupdrywhitewineJuiceof½lemon¼cuppittedCastelvetranoolives¼cupkumquats
FORTHECOUSCOUS1-poundboxcouscous,cooked2teaspoonsoliveoil½mediumonion,minced¼teaspoonsalt2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 teaspoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
ROASTTHEEGGPLANT
1 Preheatovento400ºF.
2 Slicea“crosshatch”diamondpatternintoeachsideoftheeggplantsteaks.
3 Brushbothsidesofeachsteakwitholiveoilandsprinklewithfineseasaltand red pepper flakes. Place the eggplant steaks on a cookie sheet linedwithparchmentpaperand roast for20minutesoneach side.Remove the skin, anddicetheeggplantfleshinto1-inchcubes.
4 Placetheeggplantinalargebowl,anddrizzlewithcanna–oliveoilmixture.Tosswithfennelseeds,lemonjuice,andmoreredpepperflakes.Setaside.
PREPARETHEMEDITERRANEANCHICKEN
5 Placedicedchickeninalargebowlandcoatwitholiveoil.Addgarlic,seasalt,crushedblackpepper,andthyme.Tosstocoat.
6 Preheatalargeskilletonmedium-highheat.Addenougholiveoiltocoatthebottomofthepan,andsautétheredoniontill lightlybrowned.Addthespicedchicken and sweet peppers, and continue to cook until the chicken is lightlybrownedandtheonionandpeppersarecaramelized.
7 Deglaze with white wine and reduce to half (about 2 minutes). Add asqueeze of lemon juice, olives, and kumquats; cook for 3 minutes, or untilthoroughlyheated.
PREPARETHECOUSCOUS
8 Preheatamediumsaucepanonmedium-highandaddtheoliveoil.Sautétheonion with salt until lightly browned. Reduce heat to medium and add thebalsamic vinegar. Continue to sauté until the onion is caramelized and thevinegarisslightlyreduced.
9 Remove from theheat.Tosswith thecookedcouscousandsprinkle in theparsley.Tossuntilevenlycoated.
TOPLATE
10 Place a fair amount of couscouson the center of eachplate.Topwith thechicken and sauce. Place the eggplant alongside and slightly overlapping thecouscous(forthosepartaking),andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
SPICYMOROCCANCANNA–LAMBTAGINEWITHCILANTRO&MINT
There is something incredibly comforting about this tagine. Maybeit’s the fact that this hearty North African stew is chock-full ofwonderfulflavors,textures,andspices,ormaybeit’sthefactthatit’slightlymedicated.Eitherway, it’sdeliciousandverycalming.ServewithriceoralongsideaheapingplateofHomemadePita.
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME45
minutes
COOKTIME3
hoursand20minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:7.6mg
15%:11.4mg
20%:15.2mg6lambshanksor3poundslambshoulderorlambstewmeat2tablespoonsmint
jelly2 teaspoons kosher salt, plusmore to taste½ teaspoon cracked black pepper,
plusmoretotaste3tablespoonsextra-virginoliveoil3mediumredonions,halved and sliced 4 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed 1-inch finger freshturmeric, grated, or 1 teaspoon ground turmeric ½ teaspoon black cuminseeds½teaspooncrushedcoriander¼cupcilantro,chopped(reservehalfforgarnish)1teaspoonredpepperflakes1cinnamonstick
⅓cupdarkbeer1½cupsvegetablebroth½cupdriedapricots,cutintosmallpieces2tablespoonscanna–oliveoil¼cup
chopped mint leaves for garnish 1 Cut lamb into bite-size pieces. In amediumbowl,tossthelambwithmintjelly,koshersalt,andpepper.
2 Heattheextra-virginoliveoilinaDutchovenovermedium-highheat.Searthe lamb in the hot oil until the lamb is golden brown on all sides, about 10minutes.Lowertheheattomedium;removethelambtoaplateandsetaside.
3 Carefully add the onions to the hot oil and season with salt and pepper.Sautéuntiltheonionsareslightlycaramelized,about10minutes.Addthegarlic,turmeric,cuminseeds,coriander,cilantro,redpepperflakes,andcinnamonsticktotheonions,andsautéuntilfragrant,about30seconds.
4 Addbeeranddeglaze.Cookforabout5minutes,until thebeerispartiallyreduced.Addthevegetablebrothandapricotsandbringtoaboil.Addthelambback into the pot. Cover, and reduce the heat to low. Simmer, covered, for 3hours,turningoveronceinthepot.Removecover,addthecanna–oliveoil,andsimmerfor5moreminutes,toallowthesaucetothickenslightly.
5 Garnishwithcilantroandmintleaves,andserve.
* Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
RIB EYE WITH CANNA-BUTTERED BLACKENEDCORN&CELTICSEASALT
Imade thismealwithMargaretCho,oneofmyfavoritecomedians,andKevinPereira,hostofthenewseriesSuperIntoontruTV,andwehad a blast. Themagic is in the corn and is also drizzled onto thesteak.Thisisaheartymealthatkicksinprettyquickly.
SERVINGS4
PREPTIME20
minutes
COOKTIME25
minutes
IDLETIME2
hours
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING(DOESNOTINCLUDETHEFIVE-PEPPERBLAZEDPOTATOES)*
10%:6.3mg
15%:9.5mg
20%:12.6mg
BLACKENEDCORN
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:2.5mg
15%:3.8mg
20%:5mg
TOFINISH
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg
15%:5.7mg
20%:7.6mg
4bone-inribeyesteaks,1inchthickFORTHERUB2teaspoonsfreshtarragon,minced2teaspoonskoshersalt½ teaspoon ground ginger½ teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 tablespoons coarsely
groundpepperFORTHEMARINADE⅓cuptamarisoysauce½cupoliveoil⅓ cup fresh pineapple juice 2 tablespoons dark cherry syrup or honey¼ cup
apple cider vinegar 2 teaspoons fresh garlic, minced FOR THEBLACKENEDCORN
Vegetableoilforseasoninggrill4earsofcorn1tablespooncreamycanna-butter,plus1tablespoongrass-fedbutterCelticSea
SaltWhitepepperRedchiliflakes
TOFINISH2tablespoonsoliveoil1 large red onion, sliced 1 pound cremini and/or portobello mushrooms,
quartered¼cupwhitewine1 teaspoon fresh destemmed tarragon leaves 2 teaspoons creamy canna-butter
1 Mixtogetheralltherubingredientsinasmallbowl.Setaside.
2 In a separate bowl, mix together all the marinade ingredients.With yourfingers,massagetherubintobothsidesofthesteaksandrefrigeratefor1hour.Thenplace thesteaks ina largeziplockbagandpour themarinadeover them.Ensurethateverypartofeachsteakiscoated.Refrigerateagainfor1hour.
3 Make sure the grill is clean. Season the grill by wiping it with a clothdampenedwith vegetable oil, and allow it to heat up. Preheat to high. If youprefertouseanoven,setyourbroilerto550ºF.
4 Placetheunshuckedcornonthegrillorunderthebroiler.Grillorbroilfor24minutes, turning the corn a quarter turn every6minutes.Remove the cornfromthegrill/broilerandsetasidetillcoolenoughtohandlebutstillhotenoughtomeltbutter.
5 Whilethecorniscooling,placesteaksonthegrill.Formedium-raresteaks,placethesteaksonthegrillfor2to3minutes,thenrotateeachsteak90ºinthesamespotonthegrillforanother2minutes(addanother1or2minutestoeachside if you’re cooking at high altitude).Repeat the sameprocess for theothersideofthesteak.Lowerthegrilltemperaturetomediumandfinishcookingforanother2to3minutesoneachside,eitheronthegrillorinacast-ironpaninapreheated(500ºF)oven.
6 Whilethesteaksfinishcooking,preheatasaucepanandaddoliveoil.Sautéthe redonionuntil translucent, then add themushrooms and continue to sautéuntiltheonionisgoldenbrown.
7 Deglaze with white wine, and reduce by half. Add the tarragon. Removefromheatandstirinthecanna-butter.Setaside.
8 Dothe“feel test”onyoursteaks(seesidebar,below).Whenthey’redone,removethemfromthegrillandseasonwithamistoffineseasalt.Letrestfor5minutes.
9 Shuckthecornanduseasharpknifetoslicethekernelsofftheearsintoalarge bowl. Add canna-butter mixture and toss until fully melted and corn isevenlycoated.SprinklewithCelticSeaSalt,whitepepper,andredchiliflakestotaste.Finishwithcanna-mushroomsandonions.
10 ServewithFive-PepperBlazedPOTatoes.
STEAKFEELTESTThisisaneattrickIlearnedfromourbestbites.com.Thesoft
paddedareaonthepalmofyourhandunderyourthumbisagreatgrillingtool!Usingyournon–dominanthand,extendyourfingersandusethepointerfingerfromyourdominanthandtofeelthepaddedareaofyourpalm.Itshouldfeelsoftandsquishy.Thisisequivalenttothefeelofararepieceofmeat.Next,bringthe
indexfingerandthumbofyournon–dominanthandtogetherandusebothtofeelthepaddedareaagain.Itshouldfeelalittlefirmerthistime.Thisisequivalenttothefeelingofamedium–rarepiece
ofmeat.Andsoondownthelineuntilyougettothepinkie,whichcausesthepaddingofyourpalmtofeellikeawell–done
pieceofmeat.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
VEGETARIANFIESTANIGHTVegetable-Stuffed Enchiladas with Oaxacan Canna-Mole, RoastedPoblano & Potato Gratin and Kale Salad with Pumpkin Seeds &CotijaCheese
KudostoChefGillianCaballeroChaseforteachingmehowtomakemole—cannabis-infused mole, to be exact. Chef Gillian, executivechef at the Nob Hill Grille in San Francisco, discovered thatsubstituting coconut oil for lard instead of corn oil (which is thegeneralsubstituteusedinMexico)willaddsomeoftherichnessbackintovegetarianversionsofdishesthattraditionallycallforlard—andithas thebenefitofbeinga lothealthier thaneither lardorcornoil.We hope you have a lot of funwith this collaboration. Invite somefriendsoverandenjoy.
FULLMEAL
SERVINGS8
PREPTIME2
hours
COOKTIME1
hourand45minutes
hourand45minutes
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:10.3mg15%:15.6mg20%:20.6mg
Vegetable-StuffedEnchiladas
SERVINGS16
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:1.25mg15%:1.9mg20%:2.5mg
1tablespoonoliveoil1onion,minced1serranochili,finelydiced2teaspoonsMexicanoregano4sprigsfreshthyme,or½teaspoondried1redbellpepper2cupsbroccoli,chopped¼cupdrywhitewine1½teaspoonskoshersalt
¼teaspoonblackpepper16corntortillas2 teaspoons canna–olive oil, plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin or light olive oil
OaxacanCanna–Mole2cupsshreddedjackcheese
1 Preheatovento325ºF.
2 Preheat a sautépanandadd theoliveoil.Add theonionand serranochiliand sauté on high for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring often, until lightly browned.Reduce heat to medium, and add the oregano and thyme. Next, add the redpepper, broccoli,wine, kosher salt, andblackpepper.Cook for another3 to4minutes, just until vegetables start to soften but still hold their color.Removefromtheheat.
3 To assemble the enchiladas, stack the tortillas on a plate and cover withplasticwrap.Microwave for30 to60 seconds, just toheat the tortillas so thattheyaremorepliableandwon’ttearwhenrolled.
4 Brusheachtortillawithalittleofthecanna–oliveoil.
5 Pour1cupofmolesauceintoabakingdishandspreadevenly.Putanothercupofsauceintoaseparatedish,whichwillbeusedfordippingthetortillas.
6 Take1tortilla,usingtongsiftoohottohold,anddipintothemolesauce.Besureitiscoated,butshakeoffexcess.
7 Put approximately 1 tablespoon of vegetablemixture and 1 tablespoon ofshredded cheese in themiddle of the tortilla, then roll tightly. Place it in thebakingdish,thenrepeatwithremainingtortillas,makingrowsacross.
8 Spoon another cup of mole sauce over the enchiladas, and sprinkle withremainingcheese.Bakefor20minutes,uncovered.
* Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
OaxacanCanna—Mole
Classic Oaxacan Mole is a dish often reserved for special mealpreparations,suchasatweddingsorotherfamilygatherings.Ittakestimetoprepare,butitkeepsverywell,oftendevelopingmoreflavorasitsitsforaweekormoreintherefrigerator.Italsocanbefrozenandkeptforseveralmonths.Thisrecipetraditionallycallsforlardandchickenstock,anditisverydifficulttofindavegetarianversion(thisrecipe purposefully will make more than what is needed for theenchiladas,sothatyoucanstoreitforfutureuse,orexperimentusingitwithmeat dishes).Thismole can alsobe servedover any roastedpoultryorporkdish,anditisevendeliciousjustwithscrambledeggsandtortillasforaquickbreakfast.Youwillbeabletofindthechilis,avocadoleaves,canela,andchocolateatanyMexicangrocerystore—or you can order them online from gourmetsleuth.com if you don’thaveaccesstoaMexicangrocerystore.
SERVINGS24
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:2.5mg15%:3.7mg20%:5mg
5pasillachilies,dried5mulatochilies,dried2negrochilies,dried2chipotlechilies,dried1quartwater
¼cuplightcoconutoil¼ pound tomatillos, peeled but left whole ½ pound tomatoes, cored but left
whole1onion,halved4garliccloves,peeled¼cupgoldenraisins¼cupalmonds¼cuproastedpeanuts¼cuppecans¼cupsesameseeds¼cuppumpkinseeds¼teaspoonblackpepper½teaspooncumin½teaspoonanise3wholecloves3wholeallspiceberries½teaspoonthyme½teaspoonoregano1slicechallah,orsweeteggbread1quartvegetablestock1overripebanana,small3avocadoleaves2whole cinnamon sticks (try touse real “Canela” fromaMexicangrocery) 1
tablespoonkoshersalt,plusmoretotaste6ouncesMexicanchocolate
2 tablespoonscanna–coconutoil,plus⅓ cupcoconutoil1 Seedanddeveinall chilies by pulling off the stems and cracking themopen. Shake out theseeds,savingthemforstep3.(Youmightwanttousegloves...anddonottouchyournose,rubyoureyes,ortouchanyothersensitivepartofyourbodyuntilyou’vewashedyourhandsthoroughly.Trustmeonthis!)2 Toastthechiliesinanungreasedpan,beingcarefulnottoburnthem.Soakin1quartofhotwaterfor30minutes.
3 Meanwhile,inanothersmallpan,frythereservedchiliseedsin1tablespoonof non-infused light coconut oil until blackened.Rinse in a strainer under hot
waterandsetaside.
4 Inthesameungreasedpan,roastthetomatillos,tomatoes,onion,andgarlicovermediumheatuntilcharred, turningfrequently.Removefromtheheatandsetingredientsasideinabowl.
5 Usingthesamepanagain,heat1tablespoonofnon-infusedcoconutoilandaddtheraisins,nuts,seeds,blackpepper,cumin,anise,cloves,allspiceberries,thyme,andoregano,andletthembegintobrownintheoil,about2minutes.
6 Immediately add another tablespoon of coconut oil, then fry the challahbread with the other items in the pan. Allow the bread to brown, turningfrequently and adding more oil if necessary. Remove from heat and setingredientsasideinabowl.
7 In a blender, mix the onion-tomato mixture until smooth, then set asideagain.Donotrinseblender.
8 Using tongs, remove all the chilies from thewater and place in the sameblender. Reserve the soaking liquid. Blend the chilies and the reserved,blackenedchiliseedswith1cupsoakingliquidand1cupvegetablestockuntilliquefied.Putthemixturethroughastrainerintoabowlandsetaside.
9 Withoutcleaningtheblender,blendthebananawiththenutmixtureand2cupsofthevegetablestock.Setaside.
10 Heat1tablespoonofnon-infusedcoconutoilinalargepanwithalid,andbegin to “fry” the chili mixture, stirring slowly for 5 to 7 minutes, until themixturedarkens.
11 Using tongs,brieflyheat theavocado leavesoveranopenflametoreleasetheiraroma,thenaddtheleavestothechilimixture.
12 Addtheblendedonion-tomatomixturetothesauceandcookforanother5minutes.Addthebanana-nutmixture,cinnamonsticks,andkoshersalt.Slowlyaddmorestock,asneeded.(Butdon’tthinittoomuch—thefinalstepofaddingthecannabisoilwillaidinthinningthemixture.)Cover,andcookoverlowheatfor20minutestoallowthesaucetothicken.
13 Breakthechocolatepiecesintothesauceandallowthemtomelt.Addmoresaltasneededforyourtaste.Re-coverandsimmerforanother30minutes.Turnoff theheat, andallow the sauce to cool for10minutes.Remove theavocado
leaves and cinnamon sticks. Place approximately 2 cups of sauce in a blenderwith the canna–coconut oil mixture and puree for 30 seconds, then add theblendedmixture back into the rest of the sauce. Still off the heat and using awhisk,blendsauceverywellfor2minutes.Ifthesauceappearstoothicktodiptortillasinto,youcanthinitwithalittlemorevegetablestock.
* Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
RoastedPoblano&PotatoGratin
This is a variation of a classic French gratin dish. Since one canalmostneverusetoomuchbutterwithpotatoes,thisrecipeiseasytoadjust for personal preferences of amounts of cannabis butter.However, due to the larger-than-normal amount of butter used, thisrecipeusesmilkinsteadofheavycream.
SERVINGS8
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:2.8mg15%:4.3mg20%:5.6mg
4poundsYukonGoldpotatoes1tablespoonnon-infusedoliveoil,forcooking1onion,diced4or5poblanochilies(peppers)
1½cupswholemilk1½cupsto2cupsshreddedcheddarcheese3teaspoonssalt1teaspoonwhitepepper1garlicclove
2 tablespoons canna-butter, plus⅔ cup grass-fed butter 1 Preheat oven to300ºF.
2 Peelthepotatoesand,usingamandoline,slicethemverythin.Setasideinabowlwithcoldwater.
3 Heattheoliveoilinasautépanandaddtheonion.Cookoverhighheatfor2minutestostartthebrowningprocess,thenlowerheattothelowestsettingandleaveoniontocaramelizefor30to40minutes.
4 Meanwhile,using tongs (or ifyouhaveone, a chili roaster),holdpoblanochiliesoveropenflameonstovetop,turningfrequently,untilskiniscompletelycharred and black. Place charred chilies in a plastic bag and close securely.Allowtositandsteaminbagfor10minutes.Then,carefullypeelallskinfromthem.Slicechiliesopenand removedall seedsandveins. (Youmightwant tousegloves.)Put1chiliaside,andfinelydicetheremainingones.
5 Placemilk,the1non-dicedchili,caramelizedonion,salt,andwhitepepperinablender.Liquefy.
6 Cut the garlic clove in half and, using the cut sides, rub it over the entireinsidesurfaceofthepot.Thentakeapproximately1teaspoonofthecanna-buttermixtureandcoattheentireinsideofthepot.
7 Drainthepotatoes.Inacircularpattern,begintoarrangethepotatoslicesinthepot tomakeone solid layer.Spoon and spreadout a little bit of thedicedchiliesoverthislayer,thensprinklewithahandfulofcheddarcheese.Continueinthismanner,placingcheeseandchiliesontopofeachlayerofpotatoslices,with the exception of the final layer. Leave enough cheese to put on the toplayer,butdon’tdoityet.
8 Placethepotonthestoveovermedium-highheatandpourin1cupofthemilk-chili mixture. Swirl and shake the pot around so that the liquid spreadsthroughoutallthepotatolayers.Bringtoaboil,cover,lowerheattoasimmer,andcookfor20minutes.Removelid.
9 Melttheremainingcanna-butterandaddtotheremainingmilk-chilimixtureintheblender.Blendonhighfor1minute.Pouroverthepotatomixture,againswirling to ensure even coverage. Add the remaining cheddar cheese on top.Placeinoven,uncovered,andbakefor60to90minutes,untilthetopisbrownandthepotatoesaresoftthrough.
*Approximate dose per serving is basedon infusing5 gramsof cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 1⅓sticksofbutter.
KaleSaladwithPumpkinSeeds&CotijaCheese
Kale is one of the only leafy greens that can actually benefit fromsittinginthefridgewiththedressingon.Othersaladgreenswillwiltalmost immediately, but kale can actuallymarinate and soften.Thismeans it can also be dressed in advance and left to sit before beingserved, if you so choose. This salad is pairedwith other vegetablesthatwillholdupwelltomarinating.
SERVINGS8
APPROXIMATETHCPERSERVING*
10%:3.8mg15%:5.7mg20%:7.6mg
1tablespoonnon-infusedoliveoil,forcooking1shallot,finelydiced1½bunchescurlykale
1garlicclove1teaspoonkoshersalt½teaspoonhoneyJuiceof4limes1tablespoonwhitewinevinegar½teaspoonpepper1tablespooncanna–oliveoil,plus3tablespoonsextra-virginoliveoil2carrots,
peeled and grated medium 1 red beet, peeled and grated medium ½ pintcherrytomatoes,eachcutinhalf1cuptoastedpumpkinseeds
1cupcrumbledCotijacheese(orcrumbledsheep’s-milkfetaifyoucannotfindCotija) 1 Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in small sauté pan and addshallot.Sautéovermediumheatuntilgoldenbrown,removefromheat,andsetaside.
2 Washkaleandcutoutthetougherendofthestems.Withyourhands, tearthekaleintomedium-largebite-sizepieces.Placeatbottomoflargesaladbowl.
3 Placegarliccloveandsaltinamortarandpestle,andgrinduntiltheyformapaste. Put the paste in a Mason jar and add the shallot, honey, lime juice,vinegar,pepper,andcanna–oliveoilmixture.Vigorouslyshaketoemulsifytheingredients.
4 Addall the remainingvegetables andpumpkin seeds to the saladand tosswell with the dressing. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Top with crumbledcheese,andserve.
*Approximate dose per serving is based on infusing 5 grams of cured/dried/decarbed cannabis into 5ouncesofoil.
METRICCONVERSIONCHART
OvenTemperatureEquivalents
250°F=120°C
275°F=135°C
300°F=150°C
325°F=160°C
350°F=180°C
375°F=190°C
400°F=200°C
425°F=220°C
450°F=230°C
475°F=240°C
500°F=260°C
LengthEquivalents
¼inch=0.5cm
½inch=1cm
1inch=2.5cm
6inches=15cm
1foot(12inches)=30cm
VolumeEquivalents
⅛teaspoon=0.5ml
¼teaspoon=1ml
½teaspoon= fluidounce=2ml
1teaspoon=⅙fluidounce=5ml
1tablespoon=3teaspoons=½fluidounce=15ml
2tablespoons=⅛cup=1fluidounce=30ml
4tablespoons=¼cup=2fluidounces=60ml
5⅓tablespoons=⅓cup=3fluidounces=80ml
8tablespoons=½cup=4fluidounces=120ml
10⅔tablespoons=⅔cup=5fluidounces=160ml
12tablespoons=¾cup=6fluidounces=180ml
16tablespoons=1cup=8fluidounces=240ml
1pint=2cups=16fluidounces=480ml
1quart=4cups=32fluidounces=960ml
2quarts=8cups=64fluidounces=1,920ml
1gallon=4quarts=16cups=128fluidounces=3,840ml
WeightEquivalents
½ounce=15g
1ounce=30g
2ounces=55g
4ounces(¼pound)=115g
5⅓ounces(⅓pound)=150g
8ounces(½pound)=225g
12ounces(¾pound)=340g
16ounces(1pound)=455g
24ounces(1½pounds)=680g
32ounces(2pounds)=905g
AcknowledgmentsIAMINCREDIBLYGRATEFULtoGodandtheuniverseforallthesignsandwonders that ledme in this direction. I am particularly thankful formy threeincrediblesons,Matt,Jared,andZach,fortheirconstantandunconditionalloveand support and for allowing me the opportunity to show them that you canmakeanydreamcometrue,nomatterhowcrazy,aslongasyou’repassionate,youbelieve in it, andyouarededicated to it.Tomyparents andbrothers, foralwaysbeing thereforme,andspecifically tomybeautifulmother, foralwaysencouragingmetoexperimentandcreatenewrecipes.Ihavecookedinkitchensallovertheworldandhaveyettofindonethatisstockedwithmoreappliances,tools,gadgets,andingredientsthanmymother’s.
Ahugeshout-outtomygoodfriendandmanagerBrianFeitatBMFMedia,whoinsistedthatIwriteacookbookbecause“itwillhelpsomanypeople,”andwhothenintroducedtometoHarperCollins.Togetherwithhisteam,Brianhasbeen leadingme on this incredible journey. And to Justin Jones, the talentedjournalist at the Daily Beast, who took a chance and tried one of my first“tasteless”cupcakes.Justin,thanksforwritingaboutit—andforintroducingmetotheworldasthe“JuliaChildofweed.”
ToBrianPerrinforopeningthedoortoHarperCollins,andtoKarenRinaldi,SeniorVicePresidentandExecutiveEditorofHarperWave,forrecognizingtheimportanceof thiscookbookandgreen-lighting theproject.ToSarahMurphy,my wonderfully excited, patient, and understanding editor, for guiding mepainlessly through the process of writing a cookbook for the first time. ToAdrian Hale, a fantastic chef, an incredible artisan baker, and the best recipetesterIcouldhaveeveraskedfor.ToMichaelBurnhamforhisincrediblemacroshots of the cannabis featured in this book. And to the beautiful Leela Cyd,photographer par excellence, for hermagnificent photos and flawless creativedirection.
I also would like to thank the various chefs I have collaborated with andlearnedsomuchfromoverthepastyear:ChefJ.P.Reyes,Google’sveganchef
extraordinaire; the very talented and precise Chef Tadashi Miwa; and thebeautifulChefGillian“La”Caballero.Allthreehaverecipesinthisbook.Andtomysous-chefAndréLujan,atalentedchefattheL.A.Dodgers’DugoutClub,whohasbeenbymysideencouraging,testing,innovating,andhelpingmeinsomanyways.
TomyfriendsLilly,Shawn,Alex,Stanos,andLeo,whosupportedmeeverystepofthewayandwhoeachhadahandinhelpingmegettowhereIamtoday.ToBarry“Dovie”Friedman,forhisencouragementtokeepdevelopingrecipes,andfortheuseofhisbeautifulkitchentocreateandtestthem.
ToWeston Green, Tyler Gilden, and their teams at Elite Daily, for theirawesomevideo that showed theworldwhat I’mdoing.ToAndrewDeAngelofromHarborsideHealthCenter,forhisguidanceearlyonandforallowingme,alongwithEliteDaily,tofilmmybuyingprocessatHarborside.ToChaseandSashafromApothecariumSF,foropeningmyeyestothefutureofediblesandthe importanceof understanding thedifferent characteristics and effects of thevariousstrainsofcannabis.
ToEmilyRichardsonandtherestofthefolksatCWAnalyticalinOakland,California, for all their help testingmy butters, oils, and edibles.And toDanNascimbeni, for his hard work and patience in helping me develop theCBD/THCcalculator.
This book is in your hands because of these incredible people, and I ameternallygratefultoallofthem—andtoyou.
AbouttheAuthorDubbedthe“JuliaChildofweed”bytheDailyBeast,the“GanjaGourmet”byNewsweek,andthe“KingofEdibles”byEliteDaily,JEFFTHE420CHEFhasbeen cookingwith cannabis since 2007.At first, itwas just for a few friendswithmedicalmarijuanaprescriptionsandrecreationallyforfriendsinstatesthatlegalized.Earlyon,Jeffrealizedthathigh-CBDstrainsofcannabisaretheonesthat helpMMJ patients themost. He began researchingCBD-rich strains andcreating specially cured canna-butters and canna-oils to incorporate these intohisgourmetrecipes.EachbutterandoilismadefromaspecificCBD-richstrainofcannabisoracombinationofTHC-andCBD-richstrainsknowntohelptreatspecificconditions.
Jeff’s gourmet “medibles” and “medible meals” were a hit. Yet from thebeginning there was always the issue of “that cannabis taste.” In 2014, Jeffinventedanintricateprocessthateffectivelyneutralizesthecannabistasteinhisbutters and oils when cooked—and, as they say, the rest is history. Today,JeffThe420Chefisknownforhispowerful“tasteless”and“light-tasting”canna-butters and canna-oils and for his incredible medible meals and desserts, andnowyoucanmakethem,too.Voilà!
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LeelaCydLeelaCyd isa food, travel,and lifestylephotographerbased inSantaBarbara,California.Herworkhasappearedinmanycookbooks,commercialprojects,andmagazinessuchasSweetPaul,Food&Wine,CookingLight,andKinfolk.Leelaisastorytellerfirstandforemostandcanoftenbefoundshootingartists,makers,grandmothers,cooks,andforagersaroundtheworldandsharing inspirationonhereponymousblog.
ChefAdrianHaleAdrian J. S. Hale has been writing professionally for over a decade. She hasworked for various food and lifestyle publications, including filling in asassistant food editor atCountry Living and working on the editorial researchteamatSaveur.
In2004,shestartedwritingaregularfoodcolumnfortheOrlandoWeekly,whereshedevelopedfood-relatedstoriesandwroterestaurantcritiques.Forthepast eight years, she has been freelancing as a recipe developer and writingstories for publications such as Saveur, Culture,Mix, and others. She is theeditoroftheonlinemagazineCommunalTable,whichsharesarticlesandrecipesquarterly. She is also the food blogger and baker extraordinaire behindthousandbitesofbread.com.
She and her family travel extensively, but they settlemuch of the time inPortland,Oregon.YouwillmostlikelyfindAdrianelbow-deepinredfifeflourandshapingloavesoflevain.Shepausestohike,forage,delveintoagoodbook,orsitaroundatablewiththepeoplesheloves.
ChefTadashiMiwaHalf Filipino and half Japanese, Chef Tadashi was born and raised in thebeautiful Philippine Islands. He has traveled the world extensively, and hiscultureand travelshavehugely inspiredhispassion forcooking.Based inSan
Francisco, Tadashi received his chef training from the Culinary Institute ofAmericaatGreystoneintheNapaValley.Afterculinaryschool,heworkedforthehighly acclaimedMichelin-ratedOneMarket restaurant inSanFrancisco’sfinancialdistrict.Henowworksasachefforawell-knownluxuryresortbrand.ChefTadashi regards theBayAreaas a culinarymeccawithanabundanceofresourcesavailableallyearlong.Hisculinaryidealiscookingwithingredientsthat are seasonal, locally sourced, sustainable, and organic. Tadashi lovesseafoodandsushi,inparticular.Beingabigfoodie,heeithercooksathomeorvisitshisfavoritesushiplaceonhisdaysoff.Tadashi’sstyleisfresh,clean,anduncomplicated,highlighting the real flavorsand texturesof ingredients thatgowell together.He dreams of having his own little place on the beach inAsia,where people will gather to celebrate, and where he can make the ocean hisgardenanduseitsbountytobringhisflavorcreationstolife.
ChefGillian“La”CaballeroChef “La” Caballero began cooking at the age of eight, inspired by thecombinationofherfather’svastcookbookcollectionandherstepmother’s(self-admitted) complete lack of any cooking skills. Taking matters into her ownhandsandteachingherselftoreadandfollowrecipes,shebecametheself-taughtchef of the family well before turning ten years old. Having grown up inCalifornia and having worked in Bay Area restaurants for more than twentyyears, she has developed a personal style of cooking that firmly follows thephilosophy of using seasonal, high-quality ingredients and avoiding allprocessed foods and chemical additives. For the ten years prior to finallyofficially attending culinary school, she began to cook exclusively vegetarian,vegan,and rawcuisine.Also,having livedandextensively traveled inMexicoand Italy (whereher ancestors are from), shehas focusedher cooking style toreflect the classic recipes of those areas, but with healthier lifestylemodificationsandaCaliforniaperspective.
Chef“La”Caballerolostherfathertocancerin2008.Atthattimeshebegantocontemplatethemedicalbenefitsofcookingsavory,non-blood-sugar-spiking,whole-food-basedfoodswithcannabis,atthesametimeasshewasattendingtheCity College of San Francisco’s prestigious Culinary Arts and HospitalityProgram. She is currently working as a chef in San Francisco, whilesimultaneously founding her new company, Green Light Naturals, which willprovide a combinationof rawand cooked food-basedwholesomeproducts forthemedicalcannabiscommunity.
ChefJ.P.ReyesIn2013,J.P.lefthisjobinhumanresourcestoventureoutintothewildsoftheculinaryworld.With no income, he figured the bestway to learn is in a realkitchen.Themorninghequithisjob,J.P.literallywalkedaroundSanFrancisco,popping into different restaurants to ask if he could “stage” (intern) for them.Outofalltherestaurantsheasked,Cotognasaidyes!ThatwasJ.P.’sfirstrealexperienceinaprofessionalkitchen;J.P.gotthroughtheday,butitwastough.There was an etiquette he didn’t know, a lingo he didn’t understand, and atechnique thatwasbeyondhim.Luckily,Cotognawaspatientwithhim,and ittook only that one day to validate for him that this was what he wanted todedicatehislifeto.
Sincethen,J.P.hasbeenonacrashcoursethroughlife’skitchen.HelandedhisfirstrealgigstagingatSpiceKit.J.P.workedhiswayuptolinecookandinjust a fewmonthswasoffered theopportunity toopen andmanage its secondlocation.Inthatsameyear,heworkedatDrakeastheexecutivechef,helpingitdevelopitsfirsthappyhourandbrunchprograms.J.P.thentriedhisluckathisownfoodbusiness,but justas thingswerepickingup,hewasoffereda jobatGoogleSanFrancisco!J.P.iscurrentlyatGoogleandrecentlytransitionedfromlead vegan chef to sous-chef. In his free time J. P. experiments with pop-updining events, to explore the world of comfort food and develop dishes thatsatisfybothvegansandomnivores.
MichaelBurnhamMichaelBurnham’s passion for photographywas sparkedwhen, at the age ofnine,hebeganborrowinganoldcameraofhisfather’s,eventuallyreceivinghisown as a gift. With his passion discovered and his fate sealed, he activelyimprovedhisskillsandknowledgeofthemediumthroughouthisteenageyears.AfterhighschoolhemovedtoCalifornia,wherehereceivedabacheloroffineartsdegreeinartphotographyfromCSULongBeach,thelargestcampusintheCaliforniaStateUniversitysystem.Michaelhasnineteenyearsofexperienceasa professional photographer, with experience in the fields of productphotography, architecture, modeling and fashion, events, portraiture, and fineart.
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ACDC,8activation,18aioliFreakyFishTacoswithLime-chipotleCanna-Aioli,186–87,188–89Garlic-DillCanna-Aioli,52Lime-ChipotleCanna-Aioli,54SpicyJalapeñoCanna-Aioli,53Teriyaki-GlazedSalmonwithGarlicCanna-Aioli,194alcohol,22Almond&GarlicCrumble,Toasted,193AmarettoPoundCake,Poundin’,236–37,238–39appetizers&smallplates,97–117AppleRoses&Canna-AppleRosePartyTower,Canna-,230–31ArugulaSalad,BeefTartare,Crostini,EggYolk&,262,263–64avocado“Green”Guacamole,70,71PepperedAvocado&EggWhiteswithSpinachonCanna-ButteredFrenchBreadCrostini,93
BananaCanna-BananaBreadwithBlazedPecans,94,95Strawberry-BananaCanna-CustardNapoleon,240–41Bars,Strawberry-LemonKush,243,244,245Basil&PineNutChickenOrecchiette,Poppin’,207BBQPulledBrisket,Infused,176,177beansCanna-CowboySalad,160–61Fakin’“Bakin’”VeggieCheeseburger,170,171“Green”BeanDip,62,63beefBeefTartare,Crostini,EggYolk&ArugulaSalad,262,263–64BraisedCanna-BeefStroganoffwithWildMushrooms,178–79GrilledSteakwithCompoundCanna-Butter,Jus,GrilledSeasonalVegetables&PotatoPuree,274–76
InfusedBBQPulledBrisket,176,177RibEyewithCanna-ButteredBlackenedCorn&CelticSeaSalt,282–83BeefTartare,Crostini,EggYolk&ArugulaSalad,262,263–64BeerChicken,Canna-,180–81,182–83Beet&WatermelonSalad,TricolorCanna-,162,163BerryMuffins,Wake&Bake,90,91–92blanching,20–21BlazedPecans,78BlueberryCanna-CoconutWaffles,76,77–78BlueDream,8,15Borekas,Spinach&FetaCanna-,104,105,106BraisedCanna-BeefStroganoffwithWildMushrooms,178–79bread,205–27Canna-BananaBreadwithBlazedPecans,94,95Canna-Croutons,126Canna-GarlicKnots,211–12,212–13Canna-PandeQueso(Gluten-Free),217Chocolate-FilledCanna-Challah,268,269–70FantasyFocaccia,222,223–24,224JalapeñoCornBread,226,227PeasantBreadGrilledCheese,98,99PepperedAvocado&EggWhiteswithSpinachonCanna-ButteredFrenchBreadCrostini,93Poppin’PitaChips,220–21Poppy-LimeZucchiniBread,225breakfast&brunch,73–95Brisket,InfusedBBQPulled,176,177Broccoli&Cauliflower,Canna-ButteredGarlic,123Brownies,HeathBarCanna-CookieButter,232–34,233–34BrusselsSproutswithCanna-SesameOil,Charred-TipGlazed,142,143BuffaloChickenPoppers,103buttersandoils,35–49calculatorforinfusionof,27calculatorperrecipeandserving,28conversionchart,26Garlic&RosemaryCanna-Oil,48gramconversions–measurementchart,29Honey-WhippedCanna-Butter,49infusing,36“Light-Tasting”Canna-Butter,39–43,40–43“Light-Tasting”Canna-Oil,45,46,47“Light-Tasting”CreamyCanna-Butter,44measurements,percentages,andmilligramsperserving,31typesof,36BuzzedChickpeaCurry&Canna-ButteredSaffronRice,167–68,169
CaesarSaladwithGrilledChicken,Canna-,124,125,126Cake,Poundin’AmarettoPound,236–37,238–39Cake,PumpkinSpiceSnack,254,255calculators,24–31
gramconversions–measurementchart,29forinfusionofcanna-butterandcanna-oil,27THC/CBDperrecipeandserving,28cancer,9,10CandiedEggplantBacon(Vegan),420ChefQuinoawith,158–59,159Canna-AppleRoses&Canna-AppleRosePartyTower,230–31Canna-BananaBreadwithBlazedPecans,94,95Canna-BeerChicken,180–81,182–83cannabidiolicacid(CBDA),18cannabinoids,7–11cannabisbeneficialeffects,9,10calculators,24–31cannabinoidsin,7–11cookingbasics,16–23popularstrainsandeffects,12–15sideeffects,9–11species,6strains,6,7,8,12–15taste,20–21understanding,4–11canna-buttercalculatorforinfusionof,27calculatorperrecipeandserving,28conversionchart,26cookingbasics,16–23gramconversions–measurementchart,29Honey-WhippedCanna-Butter,49“Light-Tasting”Canna-Butter,39–43,40–43“Light-Tasting”CreamyCanna-Butter,44measurements,percentages,andmilligramsperserving,30Canna-ButteredGarlicBroccoli&Cauliflower,123Canna-CaesarSaladwithGrilledChicken,124,125,126Canna-CaramelCorn,235Canna-ChickenTarragonwithMushrooms,184–85Canna-ChiliTarragonCauliflower,156,157Canna-CoconutLimeSmoothies,86,87Canna-CoconutShrimp,198,199–200Canna-CowboySalad,160–61Canna-CowboySalsa,64,65Canna-CrazyOmelet,80,81Canna-Croutons,126Canna-GarlicKnots,211–12,212–13Canna-GarlicWasabiMash(Cauliflower,Turnips&Parsnips),140,141Canna-Ghanoush,61Canna-Harissa,59,60Canna-Hummus,56,57canna-oilcalculatorforinfusionof,27calculatorperrecipeandserving,28
conversionchart,26cookingbasics,16–23Garlic&RosemaryCanna-Oil,48gramconversions–measurementchart,29“Light-Tasting”Canna-Oil,45,46,47measurements,percentages,andmilligramsperserving,31Canna-PandeQueso(Gluten-Free),217Canna-Tahini,55Cannatonic,14,14Capers,SaltedCanna-CaperSalmonoverFarfallewithToasted,201CaramelCorn,Canna-,235CaramelCornCookies,SeaSaltCanna-,242CaramelSauce,Sea-SaltedCanna-ButterPretzelswith,252–53cauliflowerCanna-ButteredGarlicBroccoli&Cauliflower,123Canna-ChiliTarragonCauliflower,156,157Canna-GarlicWasabiMash(Cauliflower,Turnips&Parsnips),140,141CBD,7–10,13calculators,26–31cookingbasics,16–23popularstrainsandeffects,12–14propertiesof,7–8CBD:THCratio,7–8,14Challah,Chocolate-FilledCanna-,268,269–70Charlotte’sWeb,8,14Charred-TipGlazedBrusselsSproutswithCanna-SesameOil,142,143cheeseCanna-PandeQueso(Gluten-Free),217CrazyQueso,68,69Fakin’“Bakin’”VeggieCheeseburger,170,171KaleSaladwithPumpkinSeeds&CotijaCheese,290MiniRicottaPineappleCanna-CrepeSoufflés,107–9,108–9PeasantBreadGrilledCheese,98,99Spinach&FetaCanna-Borekas,104,105,106WhackyMac&Cheese,208,209,210CherryPepperBacon,EggsCanna-Dictwith,83,84,85chickenBuffaloChickenPoppers,103Canna-BeerChicken,180–81,182–83Canna–CaesarSaladwithGrilledChicken,124,125,126Canna-ChickenTarragonwithMushrooms,184–85ChickenSoup,271–72,273CrazyChickenNachos,68,69HazyThaiCoconutCurryChicken,196,197HazyThaiWings,115–17,115–16MediterraneanChicken,RoastedCanna-SpikedEggplant&Couscous,277,278,279Meterspaätz,202–3Poppin’Basil&PineNutChickenOrecchiette,207PotzoBallSoup,136,137,138SesameCanna-ChickenSaladwithStrawberryCanna-SesameDressing,127,128,129
ChickenSoup,271–72,273Chickpea&EggplantCanna-Tajine,150–51ChickpeaCurry&Canna-ButteredSaffronRice,Buzzed,167–68,169ChiliTarragonCauliflower,Canna-,156,157ChipotleCanna-Aioli,Lime-,54Chips,Jeff’sSalt-and-PepperCanna,67Chips,Poppin’Pita,220–21Chocolate-ChipBlazed-PecanMuffins,Pumpkin,79Chocolate-ChipBlazed-WalnutCanna-Pancakes,82Chocolate-FilledCanna-Challah,268,269–70Cilantro&Mint,SpicyMoroccanCanna-LambTaginewith,280–81coconutBlueberryCanna-CoconutWaffles,76,77–78Canna-CoconutLimeSmoothies,86,87Canna-CoconutShrimp,198,199–200HazyThaiCoconutCurryChicken,196,197CookieButterBrownies,HeathBarCanna-,232–34,233–34Cookies,SeaSaltCanna-CaramelCorn,242cookingbasics,16–23activationandinfusion,18controllingpotency,20deliverymethodand“kick-in”time,18–19measurements,19percentages,18setup,19taste,20–21timesandtemps,19cookingtimesandtemps,19cornCanna-CaramelCorn,235JalapeñoCornBread,226,227RibEyewithCanna-ButteredBlackenedCorn&CelticSeaSalt,282–83SeaSaltCanna-CaramelCornCookies,242Couscous,MediterraneanChicken,RoastedCanna-SpikedEggplant&,277,278,279CrazyQueso,68,69CreamCanna-Puffs,Canna-PuffPartyTowerwith,248,249–51CrèmeFraîche,PotatoLatkeswithCanna-Pear,100,101–2CrepeSoufflés,MiniRicottaPineappleCanna-,107–9,108–9Crostini,EggYolk&ArugulaSalad,BeefTartare,262,263–64Croutons,Canna-,126Cucumber,DeviledEggswithCannabis-InfusedShallots&,118,119Curry&Canna-ButteredSaffronRice,BuzzedChickpea,167–68,169CurryChicken,HazyThaiCoconut,196,197CustardNapoleon,Strawberry-BananaCanna-,240–41cuttingthetaste,21
Decarbing,18,21deliverymethod,18–19DeviledEggswithCannabis-InfusedShallots&Cucumber,118,119
digestion,18–19dillGarlic-DillCanna-Aioli,52ToastedOnion&DillCanna-Dip,66Dip,“Green”Bean,62,63Dip,ToastedOnion&DillCanna-,66dips&sauces,51–71Double-WhammyIceCreamSandwich,The,246,247drying,21
EggplantCanna-Ghanoush,61Chickpea&EggplantCanna-Tajine,150–51420ChefQuinoawithCandiedEggplantBacon(Vegan),158–59,159InfusedFire-RoastedVeggieLasagna,164,165–66MediterraneanChicken,RoastedCanna-SpikedEggplant&Couscous,277,278,279eggsBeefTartare,Crostini,EggYolk&ArugulaSalad,262,263–64Canna-CrazyOmelet,80,81DeviledEggswithCannabis-InfusedShallots&Cucumber,118,119EggsCanna-DictwithCherryPepperBacon,83,84,85PepperedAvocado&EggWhiteswithSpinachonCanna-ButteredFrenchBreadCrostini,93EggsCanna-DictwithCherryPepperBacon,83,84,85Enchiladas,285endocannabinoidsystem(ECS),9entertaining&gourmet,257–90entourageeffect,8,9euphoria,7,8,15
Fakin’“Bakin’”VeggieCheeseburger,170,171FantasyFocaccia,222,223–24,224FarfallewithToastedCapers,SaltedCanna-CaperSalmonover,201FetaCanna-Borekas,Spinach&,104,105,106FettuccineAlfredo,206fish&meatmains,175–203FishTacoswithLime-ChipotleCanna-Aioli,Freaky,186–87,188–89Five-PepperBlazedPotatoes,122flavonoids,8,9FlyingPigsinBlankets,114Focaccia,Fantasy,222,223–24,224ForbiddenFantasyRice,139420ChefQuinoawithCandiedEggplantBacon(Vegan),158–59,159FreakyFishTacoswithLime-chipotleCanna-Aioli,186–87,188–89
GarlicCanna-GarlicKnots,211–12,212–13Canna-GarlicWasabiMash(Cauliflower,Turnips,&Parsnips),140,141Garlic&RosemaryCanna-Oil,48
Garlic-DillCanna-Aioli,52Teriyaki-GlazedSalmonwithGarlicCanna-Aioli,194ToastedAlmond&GarlicCrumble,193ToastedPeanuts&Garlic,117Garlic&RosemaryCanna-Oil,48Garlic-DillCanna-Aioli,52GefilteFish,Infused,266,267Ghannoush,Canna-,61GirlScoutCookies,8,15GnocchiwithLemonPesto,SweetPotato,214,215–16,216gourmet&entertaining,257–90gramconversions–measurementchart,29“Green”BeanDip,62,63“Green”Guacamole,70,71GrilledSteakwithCompoundCanna-Butter,Jus,GrilledSeasonalVegetables&PotatoPuree,274–76Guacamole,“Green,”70,71
Halibut,InfusedLemon-Tarragon,191,192,193Ham,HolidayCanna-,190Harissa,Canna-,59,60Harlequin,8,14,14Harle-Tsu,8,14HashBrowns,“Real,”74,75HazyThaiCoconutCurryChicken,196,197HazyThaiWings,115–17,115–16HeathBarCanna-CookieButterBrownies,232–34,233–34HempSeed&KaleSaladwithCurriedOrangeDressing,130–31,131HolidayCanna-Ham,190Honey-WhippedCanna-Butter,49hostingrulesfor420meals,22–23Hummus,Canna-,56,57hybrid,6,14,15
IceCreamSandwich,TheDouble-Whammy,246,247indica,6,7–8,15InfusedBBQPulledBrisket,176,177InfusedFire-RoastedVeggieLasagna,164,165–66InfusedFire-RoastedVeggies,155InfusedGefilteFish,266,267InfusedLemon-TarragonHalibut,191,192,193InfusedPumpkinLambSoup,132–33,134–35InfusedWildMushroomRisotto,152,153,154infusion,18,21,26–27butterconversionchart,26buttersandoils,36calculatorforcanna-butterandcanna-oil,27intoxication,11
JackHerer,8,15jalapeñoFive-PepperBlazedPotatoes,122JalapeñoCornBread,226,227SpicyJalapeñoCanna-Aioli,53JalapeñoCornBread,226,227Jeff’sSalt-and-PepperCanna-Chips,67Jus,GrilledSeasonalVegetables&PotatoPuree,GrilledSteakwithCompoundCanna-Butter,274–76
Kale&HempSeedSaladwithCurriedOrangeDressing,Krazy,130–31,131KaleSaladwithPumpkinSeeds&CotijaCheese,290“kick-in”time,18–19,22–23KrazyKale&HempSeedSaladwithCurriedOrangeDressing,130–31,131KugelwithCaramelizedLeeks,ZucchiniCanna-,172,173
LambInfusedPumpkinLambSoup,132–33,134–35SpicyMoroccanCanna-LambTaginewithCilantro&Mint,280–81Lasagna,InfusedFire-RoastedVeggie,164,165–66LatkeswithCanna-PearCrèmeFraîche,Potato,100,101–2Leeks,ZucchiniCanna-KugelwithCaramelized,172,173lemonInfusedLemon-TarragonHalibut,191,192,193Strawberry-LemonKushBars,243,244,245SweetPotatoGnocchiwithLemonPesto,214,215–16,216“Light-Tasting”Canna-Butter,39–43,40–43“Light-Tasting”Canna-Oil,45,46,47“Light-Tasting”CreamyCanna-Butter,44limeCanna-CoconutLimeSmoothies,86,87FreakyFishTacoswithLime-ChipotleCanna-Aioli,186–87,188–89Lime-ChipotleCanna-Aioli,54Poppy-LimeZucchiniBread,225Lime-ChipotleCanna-Aioli,54Lobster-CannaMac&Cheese,210lowdosing,20
Mac&Cheese,Lobster-Canna,210Mac&Cheese,Whacky,208,209,210mainsmeat&fish,175–203vegetarian,149–73MangoRice,Sweet,144,145MapleCreamCanna-PuffsPartyTower,248,249–51MauiOnionPotatoPierogi,110–11measurements,19,29–31
gramconversions–measurementchart,29perserving,30–31meat&fishmains,175–203medicinaleffects,7–10,14,15MediterraneanChicken,RoastedCanna-SpikedEggplant&Couscous,277,278,279metabolization,18–19,22–23Meterspaätz,202–3metricconversionchart,291milligramsperserving,30–31MiniRicottaPineappleCanna-CrepeSoufflés,107–9,108–9Mint,SpicyMoroccanCanna-LambTaginewithCilantro&,280–81Mole,OaxacanCanna-,286–87MoroccanCanna-LambTaginewithCilantro&Mint,Spicy,280–81muffinsPumpkinChocolate-ChipBlazed-PecanMuffins,79Wake&BakeBerryMuffins,90,91–92mushroomsBraisedCanna-BeefStroganoffwithWildMushrooms,178–79Canna-ChickenTarragonwithMushrooms,184–85InfusedWildMushroomRisotto,152,153,154TortilladePatataswithMushrooms&Tarragon,88–89
Nachos,CrazyChicken,68,69Napoleon,Strawberry-BananaCanna-Custard,240–41non-infusedfood,22NoodlePudding,StonedPepperPecan,112,113
OaxacanCanna-Mole,286–87OGKush,15Omelet,Canna-Crazy,80,81onionsMauiOnionPotatoPierogi,110–11ToastedOnion&DillCanna-Dip,66OrangeDressing,KrazyKale&HempSeedSaladwithCurried,130–31,131Orecchiette,Poppin’Basil&PineNutChicken,207
Pancakes,Chocolate-ChipBlazed-WalnutCanna-,82paranoia,11pasta,205–27FettuccineAlfredo,206PoachedSalmon,SautéedZucchini&LeekSpaghetti,BeurreBlanc,&ParsleyedPotatoes,258,259,260–61
Poppin’Basil&PineNutChickenOrecchiette,207SaltedCanna-CaperSalmonoverFarfallewithToastedCapers,201StonedPepperPecanNoodlePudding,112,113SweetPotatoGnocchiwithLemonPesto,214,215–16,216TricolorPastawithCanna-OilVinaigrette,218,219
WhackyMac&Cheese,208,209,210Peanuts&Garlic,Toasted,117PearCrèmeFraîche,PotatoLatkeswithCanna-,100,101–2PeasantBreadGrilledCheese,98,99pecansBlazedPecans,78Canna-BananaBreadwithBlazedPecans,94,95PumpkinChocolate-ChipBlazed-PecanMuffins,79StonedPepperPecanNoodlePudding,112,113PepperBlazedPotatoes,Five-,122PepperedAvocado&EggWhiteswithSpinachonCanna-ButteredFrenchBreadCrostini,93percentages,18,30–31perserving,30–31Pesto,SweetPotatoGnocchiwithLemon,214,215–16,216Pierogi,MauiOnionPotato,110–11PigsinBlankets,Flying,114PineappleCanna-CrepeSoufflés,MiniRicotta,107–9,108–9PitaChips,Poppin’,220–21PoachedSalmon,SautéedZucchini&LeekSpaghetti,BeurreBlanc,&ParsleyedPotatoes,258,259,260–
61Poblano&PotatoGratin,Roasted,288–89Poppin’Basil&PineNutChickenOrecchiette,207Poppin’PitaChips,220–21Poppy-LimeZucchiniBread,225porkEggsCanna-DictwithCherryPepperBacon,83,84,85HolidayCanna-Ham,190potatoesFive-PepperBlazedPotatoes,122GrilledSteakwithCompoundCanna-Butter,Jus,GrilledSeasonalVegetables&PotatoPuree,274–76Jeff’sSalt-and-PepperCanna-Chips,67MauiOnionPotatoPierogi,110–11PoachedSalmon,SautéedZucchini&LeekSpaghetti,BeurreBlanc,&ParsleyedPotatoes,258,259,260–61
PotatoLatkeswithCanna-PearCrèmeFraîche,100,101–2“Real”HashBrowns,74,75RoastedPoblano&PotatoGratin,288–89SweetPotatoGnocchiwithLemonPesto,214,215–16,216TortilladePatataswithMushrooms&Tarragon,88–89PotatoLatkeswithCanna-PearCrèmeFraîche,100,101–2potency,controlling,20PotzoBallSoup,136,137,138PoundCake,Poundin’Amaretto,236–37,238–39Poundin’AmarettoPoundCake,236–37,238–39PretzelswithCaramelSauce,Sea-SaltedCanna-Butter,252–53Pudding,StonedPepperPecanNoodle,112,113pumpkinInfusedPumpkinLambSoup,132–33,134–35KaleSaladwithPumpkinSeeds&CotijaCheese,290PumpkinChocolate-ChipBlazed-PecanMuffins,79
PumpkinSpiceSnackCake,254,255PumpkinChocolate-ChipBlazed-PecanMuffins,79PumpkinSpiceSnackCake,254,255
Queso,Crazy,68,69QuinoawithCandiedEggplantBacon(Vegan),420Chef,158–59,159
Real”HashBrowns,74,75RibEyewithCanna-ButteredBlackenedCorn&CelticSeaSalt,282–83riceBuzzedChickpeaCurry&Canna-ButteredSaffronRice,167–68,169ForbiddenFantasyRice,139InfusedWildMushroomRisotto,152,153,154SpikedSpanishRiceSoup,146–47SweetMangoRice,144,145RicottaPineappleCanna-CrepeSoufflés,Mini,107–9,108–9rinsing,20–21Risotto,InfusedWildMushroom,152,153,154RoastedPoblano&PotatoGratin,288–89RosemaryCanna-Oil,Garlic&,48rulesofhosting420meals,22–23
SaffronRice,BuzzedChickpeaCurry&Canna-Buttered,167–68,169salads,121–47BeefTartare,Crostini,EggYolk&ArugulaSalad,262,263–64Canna-CaesarSaladwithGrilledChicken,124,125,126Canna-CowboySalad,160–61KaleSaladwithPumpkinSeeds&CotijaCheese,290KrazyKale&HempSeedSaladwithCurriedOrangeDressing,130–31,131SesameCanna-ChickenSaladwithStrawberryCanna-SesameDressing,127,128,129TricolorCanna-Beet&WatermelonSalad,162,163salmonPoachedSalmon,SautéedZucchini&LeekSpaghetti,BeurreBlanc,&ParsleyedPotatoes,258,259,260–61
SaltedCanna-CaperSalmonoverFarfallewithToastedCapers,201Teriyaki-GlazedSalmonwithGarlicCanna-Aioli,194Salsa,Canna-Cowboy,64,65Salt-and-PepperCanna-Chips,Jeff’s,67SaltedCanna-CaperSalmonoverFarfallewithToastedCapers,201sativa,6,7–8,14,15sauces&dips,51–71Scampi,WhackyShrimp,195SeaSalt,RibEyewithCanna-ButteredBlackenedCorn&Celtic,282–83SeaSaltCanna-CaramelCornCookies,242Sea-SaltedCanna-ButterPretzelswithCaramelSauce,252–53SesameCanna-ChickenSaladwithStrawberryCanna-SesameDressing,127,128,129SesameOil,Charred–TipGlazedBrusselsSproutswithCanna-,142,143
setup,19Shallots&Cucumber,DeviledEggswithCannabis-Infused,118,119ShapotDinner,265–72,265–73shrimpCanna-CoconutShrimp,198,199–200WhackyShrimpScampi,195sideeffects,9–11sides,soups,&salads,121–47simmering,21smallplates&appetizers,97–119snacks&sweets,229–55soaking,20–21Soufflés,MiniRicottaPineappleCanna-Crepe,107–9,108–9soups,121–47ChickenSoup,271–72,273InfusedPumpkinLambSoup,132–33,134–35PotzoBallSoup,136,137,138SpikedSpanishRiceSoup,146–47SourDiesel,8,15SourTsunami,8,14SpiceSnackCake,Pumpkin,254,255SpicyJalapeñoCanna-Aioli,53SpicyMoroccanCanna-LambTaginewithCilantro&Mint,280–81SpikedSpanishRiceSoup,146–47Spinach&FetaCanna-Borekas,104,105,106SpinachonCanna-ButteredFrenchBreadCrostini,PepperedAvocado&EggWhiteswith,93SteakwithCompoundCanna-Butter,Jus,GrilledSeasonalVegetables&PotatoPuree,Grilled,274–76steeping,21StonedPepperPecanNoodlePudding,112,113strains,6,7,8,12–15popularstrainsandeffects,12–15THC:CBDratio,7–8,14Strawberry-BananaCanna-CustardNapoleon,240–41StrawberryCanna-SesameDressing,SesameCanna-ChickenSaladwith,127,128,129Strawberry-LemonKushBars,243,244,245SweetMangoRice,144,145SweetPotatoGnocchiwithLemonPesto,214,215–16,216sweets&snacks,229–55
TacoswithLime-ChipotleCanna-Aioli,Freaky,186–87,188–89Tahini,Canna-,55tarragonCanna-ChickenTarragonwithMushrooms,184–85Canna-ChiliTarragonCauliflower,156,157InfusedLemon-TarragonHalibut,191,192,193TortilladePatataswithMushrooms&Tarragon,88–89taste,20–21temperatures,cooking,19Teriyaki-GlazedSalmonwithGarlicCanna-Aioli,194
terpenes,8,9tetrahydrocannabinolicacid(THCA),18ThaiCoconutCurryChicken,Hazy,196,197ThaiWings,Hazy,115–17,115–16THC,7–11,13calculators,26–31cookingbasics,16–23popularstrainsandeffects,12–15propertiesof,7THC:CBDratio,7–8,14ToastedAlmond&GarlicCrumble,193ToastedOnion&DillCanna-Dip,66ToastedPeanuts&Garlic,117TortilladePatataswithMushrooms&Tarragon,88–89trichomes,9TricolorCanna-Beet&WatermelonSalad,162,163TricolorPastawithCanna-OilVinaigrette,218,219
Vegetable-StuffedEnchiladas,285VegetarianFiestaNight,284–90vegetarianmains,149–73VeggieCheeseburger,Fakin’“Bakin’,”170,171VeggieLasagna,InfusedFire-Roasted,164,165–66Veggies,InfusedFire-Roasted,155
Waffles,BlueberryCanna-Coconut,76,77–78Wake&BakeBerryMuffins,90,91–92WalnutCanna-Pancakes,Chocolate-ChipBlazed-,82WatermelonSalad,TricolorCanna-Beet&,162,163WhackyMac&Cheese,208,209,210WhackyShrimpScampi,195WildMushroomRisotto,Infused,152,153,154WildMushrooms,BraisedCanna-BeefStroganoffwith,178–79wine,22
ZucchiniInfusedFire-RoastedVeggieLasagna,164,165–66InfusedFire-RoastedVeggies,155PoachedSalmon,SautéedZucchini&LeekSpaghetti,BeurreBlanc&ParsleyedPotatoes,258,259,260–61
Poppy-LimeZucchiniBread,225ZucchiniCanna-KugelwithCaramelizedLeeks,172,173
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