Grilled artichokes are a revelation. If for whatever reason you can’t or don’t want to grill artichokes, you can steam them in 1/2 inch water for 45 minutes. Ingredients 6 globe artichokes 2 lemons 1/3 cup olive oil Green Garlic Dip 3/4 cup minced green garlic, white and light green parts only 1 egg 2 […]
Kale Chips
Kale chips, the perfect snack. So quick, so easy, so tasty, so portable. In our house, a batch of kale chips lasts about 20 minutes. Time: 20 minutes Yield: approx 2 cups Ingredients 1 small bunch of kale (about 1/2 pound) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder or 1/2 […]
Linguine with Pesto Trapanese
I found out about this recipe from a good friend who comes from a family of classic Italian chefs. It’s fantastic: a simple preparation, light and perfect for summer, and since it is served at room temp, it’s great for company. It’s omission from Marcella Hazan printed recipes is the only crack in an otherwise […]
Key Lime Pie
Gotta say this one is amazing. It’ll be hard to consider buying store-bought again, even from the gourmet grocery store in the most southern part of Florida. Mind-blowing pie. Sweetened condensed milk is the agreed foundation of a key lime pie. Limes of course, but the specifics vary. This recipe uses 2/3 c lime juice […]
Buttermilk Pancakes
Wow, talk about a crowd pleaser, this is it. Unbelievably light and fluffy pancakes; the perfect vehicle for pure maple syrup. This is one of the three of the most requested weekend breakfasts, especially with chocolate chips. Switch out the flours as you like to total 1-3/4 cups. And while you can substitute powdered buttermilk […]
Chicken Chili
Yield: 6 servings Time: 1 hour 30 (include 30 minute prep) This gets really high ratings from the family across the board. Bonus, it’s super adaptable. Serve on top of / next to roasted potatoes / rice; topped with basil / cheddar cheese / corn chips / sour cream; And there are some shortcuts you […]
Crepes
This is one of the three most requested breakfasts in our house. I usually have two pans going at a time to speed up the production. And if you happen to have leftover batter, keep it in the fridge and bring it out for dessert or a snack. Yield: serves 4 Time: 1 hour Ingredients […]
Cherry Chocolate Granola
We always have a large jar of this on the kitchen counter. It’s a part of many breakfast variations: in oatmeal, in yogurt, and with milk as a cereal (bonus, the milk turns chocolate-y). But it’s also a great “snacking granola”. Yield: Makes about 11-12 cups Time: 1.5 hours Ingredients 4 cups rolled oats 1 […]
Simple Roast Chicken
Yield: Makes 2 to 4 servings Time: 1 hour – 75 minutes – maybe longer, depends on size of chicken Ingredients One 2- to 3-pound farm-raised chicken Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 teaspoons minced thyme (optional) Unsalted butter Directions Preheat the oven to 450°F. Rinse the chicken, then dry it very well […]
Potato-Salmon Croquettes
This is a terrific meal on a hot summer day. It tastes really good, and is incredibly simple. I serve it on a bed of lettuce with Lime Champagne Vinegar Dressing or Garlic Lemon Anchovy Dressing : 1 croquette for lunch, 2 croquette for dinner. And, the patties can be shaped ahead of time, making this […]
Perfect Popovers
Yield: 6-8, depending on the size of the baking cups (or 12 if you’re using a regular muffin tin) Time: 1 hour These high-rise popovers are a great breakfast dish. We always make them on Christmas morning, which works well for the grown-ups who need coffee before facing the chaos. Serve them hot from the […]
Raised Waffles
Best waffles ever. I’m not always ready to start making breakfast the night before, but these waffles are worth it: amazingly light and crisp with a slightly yeasty flavor. And since the batter is prepared the night before, all you have to do the next morning is cook them. Serve hot with room temperature butter […]