Panzanella Salad
July 28, 2017
This salad is basically summer in a bowl: tangy, ripe tomatoes and cool cucumbers are balanced by a red wine vinaigrette and toasted bread. Serve it as a side or as a meal! … More Panzanella Salad
Category: Recipes
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Pickled Nasturtium Seed Buds
July 12, 2017
Pickled nasturtium seeds, sometimes called “poor man’s capers,” are edible, decorative toppings that pack a zingy, peppery crunch. … More Pickled Nasturtium Seed Buds
Grilled Stuffed Squid
June 9, 2017
The hardest part of this recipe is probably just finding whole squid/calamari tubes. The rest of it comes together quickly and easily enough for a weeknight meal, and results in a savory, tender bite sure to impress dinner guests. … More Grilled Stuffed Squid
Smoked Salmon Tartare Appetizer
May 10, 2017
Here’s a quick and easy appetizer that won’t last long with a hungry crowd. Or even a not-so-hungry crowd. Thin, crisp crackers contrast with the silky salmon topping, and dill sour cream balances out some of the richness. … More Smoked Salmon Tartare Appetizer
Bolo de Caco (Madeiran sweet potato bread)
March 14, 2017
Bolo do Caco is a unique sweet‑potato based bread served with nearly every meal on the Portuguese island of Madeira. Typically served warm and slathered in garlic butter, they are a great accompaniment to any meal. … More Bolo de Caco (Madeiran sweet potato bread)
Madeiran Carne Vinha d’Alhos (Pork Marinated in Garlic and Wine)
December 12, 2016
This traditional Madeiran Christmas dinner is easy enough to make any time of year! … More Madeiran Carne Vinha d’Alhos (Pork Marinated in Garlic and Wine)
Carmela Soprano’s Rigatoni with Sausage and Tomato Sauce
September 18, 2016
Just a few simple, quality ingredients come together in this dish for an easy, hearty pasta meal. And the fact that it came from the iconic hit series The Sopranos kind of keeps the show alive for me. … More Carmela Soprano’s Rigatoni with Sausage and Tomato Sauce
Costa Rican Gallo Pinto (Spicy Rice and Beans)
July 12, 2016
Welcome to my new favorite dish. I can’t stop making it, and you might not be able to either. But there’s no reason to stop. It’s amazing! … More Costa Rican Gallo Pinto (Spicy Rice and Beans)
Copper River Salmon
June 25, 2016
The Copper River in Alaska is home to three types of healthy, delicious salmon: King, Sockeye and Coho. Each species has its own season and unique attributes, but the cooking methods described here work for any of them. … More Copper River Salmon
Somali Rice
June 14, 2016
Looking for a new, healthy rice-based side dish or main course? Try this easy rice dish, bursting with sweet and savory flavors! … More Somali Rice
