Greek style potatoes are my vice. Crunchy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, a tiny bit sweet and a lot savory. Wonderful with fish, chicken, beef or atop a big salad. Basically perfect.
Read MoreI adore any preparation of artichokes, but this one makes them shine. So refined and simple. So good.
Read MoreAs a half-Italian, having a great tomato sauce in my repertoire is almost as important as breathing. It’s deceptively difficult to get it down. After many attempts at perfecting it, here’s a version that makes me (and my children) happy. Obviously, pasta is its natural BFF. It’s also wonderful over wilted greens (spinach, kale, arugula) or roasted vegetables. My elder son, Christian, likes it spicy, so that’s how I do it. But, start slow with the cayenne, and adjust to your taste.
Read MoreThis is an easy, flavor-packed go-to for a savory Sunday brunch. Cremini mushrooms are a staple for me – a slightly more mature version of the white button and younger than a Portobello. They are all of the same variety, simply in different stages of life. This is why cremini is often packaged as “Baby Portobello.”
Read MoreThis is absolutely my favorite soup. Hearty, but bright, fresh and full of flavor,
The richness of salmon, the fresh licorice-taste of fennel and a bed of garlicky spinach. A perfect summer meal.
Read MoreColorful, multi-textured and full of flavor, this is a gorgeous soup starring powerhouse shiitakes. If gluten is a concern, be sure to purchase 100% buckwheat noodles. Don’t be intimidated by the number of ingredients, the first 10 are simply thrown in a pot for the broth.
Read MoreRamps are a beautiful little spring gem that is available for a short period of time every year from mid-April to early June. In the onion family with a sweet garlicky flavor, they’re wonderful fresh, caramelized by roasting or quickly sautéed. Their lovely leaves are edible and included in this recipe. Fresh, herbal and bright, this is a nice accompaniment to fish, chicken, beef or roasted vegetables.
Read MoreA fun bite-sized version of meatballs that my younger son loves (a feat, believe me). Crispy, garlicky, herby and totally delicious. Over sautéed greens or on their own with Spicy Tomato Sauce – a great meal for