3 pounds young spinach leaves 4 rashers thick-sliced bacon 1 small white onion, minced 2 tsp sugar 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp dry mustard 1/2 cup cider vinegar freshly ground pepper Stem spinach, place in a salad bowl. Cook bacon until crisp, drain and crumble it. Reheat 2 tablespoons bacon fat, add onion and saute […]
Adapted from “American Country Cheese”, by Laura Chanel and Linda Siegfried. (Addison Wesley, 1989) 1 cup fruity olive oil 1 large head garlic, cloves peeled and slivered 1 large bay leaf 1/4 cup fresh thyme leaves generous ground black pepper 8 ounces fresh goat cheese, thinly sliced sliced baguette Combine the oil, garlic and bay […]
1 cup mayonnaise 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion, minced 1 tsp wine vinegar 1 tsp horseradish 1 tsp curry powder 1 tsp dry mustard (optional) Mix all ingredients together.
4 peaches, cut into halves (peel or leave the skin on, as desired) dabs of butter sugar to taste brandy to taste 1 to 2 pint boxes blackberries, picked over and washed 1 pint ice cream Preheat oven to 375 – 400 degrees. Arrange the peaches cut-sides up in a shallow roasting pan and dab […]
This appetizer, commonly seen in tapas restaurants, is quick and easy to prepare. The dates can be stuffed with a variety of soft cheeses including blue and ricotta. Laiola in San Francisco serves them stuffed with house-made chorizo. 10 Medjool dates, pitted 5 slices applewood smoked bacon, halved crosswise Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Wrap […]
You can make this salad (through step 2) up to 4 hours ahead; cover and chill. Bring to room temperature to serve. Sprinkle with cheese just before serving. 1/2 cup chopped red onion 1 Tbsp olive oil 4 cups fresh corn kernels 2 cups cherry tomatoes such as Sweet 100s (about 10 oz.), rinsed, stemmed […]
1/2 of a (1-pound) package Creamette Lasagna, uncooked 2 (26-ounce) jars Classico Di Napoli Tomato & Basil or Di Sorrento Onion & Garlic Pasta Sauce 1 (15 or 16 ounce) container ricotta cheese 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained 1 pound shredded mozzarella cheese, divided 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 […]
Fuyu persimmons are abundant in Southland farmers markets, along with peppery arugula and good sweet onions. This salad, with its peppers and fruit, is a dazzler. 3 good-sized bunches arugula (about 1 1/2 quarts, torn) 1 small head raddichio 1 small bunch watercress 2 medium Fuyu persimmons 1 small sweet onion such as Maul or […]
2 tsp olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced or pressed 1 cup coarsely chopped onion 1 cup short-grain white rice (such as arborio or pearl) 2 1/4 cups regular-strength chicken broth 1/2 pound mushrooms, rinsed, drained and thinly sliced 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 Tbsp dry white wine Parsley sprigs In a 10- to […]
1 1/2 ounces fresh white goat cheese 1 cup water pinch salt 1/4 cup instant polenta 1 thin slice (1 ounce) prosciutto, roughly chopped 1 Tbsp grated Parmesan Crumble the cheese into large chunks and place in the bottom of a shallow bowl or rimmed soup plate. Bring the water to a boil. Add the […]
1 quart salad greens, in bite size pieces 1/2 cup shredded fresh sorrel 1/3 to 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 1 firm pear, thinly sliced 1/3 cup toasted walnuts For the dressing: 2 Tbsp lemon juice 3 Tbsp peanut or walnut oil 1/4 tsp salt 1/8 tsp pepper 2 tsp chopped lemon thyme Combine lemon […]
Golden calendula and lavender bachelor’s button petals are part of this salad mix. Add shrimp and sizzled prosciutto to make a main dish for lunch or a light supper. 1/4 pound prosciutto, thinly sliced 2 tsp olive oil 3/4 pound (about 4 quart) salad mix, rinsed and crisped 1/2 pound tiny shrimp, cooked, shelled, rinsed […]
1 cup dried wild mushrooms 1 cup reserved liquid from dry mushrooms 4 cups chicken stock 1 Tbsp unsalted butter 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 cup diced onions 1 1/2 cups Carnaroli rice 1 cup roughly chopped Shiitake mushrooms 1/2 cup dry white wine 1/4 cup finely sliced basil leaves 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese […]
For the polenta: 4 cups whole milk 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp coarse ground pepper 1 cup fine cornmeal 1 1/2 Tbsp butter 1 1/2 tsp extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Regianno For the raddichio: 2 large heads raddichio, preferably Trevisano 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp cracked […]
The dish will be very warm, not hot. The success of this recipe depends on high-quality ingredients, including ripe, in-season tomatoes and a fruity olive oil (the test kitchen prefers Columela Extra-Virgin). Don’t skip the step of freezing the mozzarella, as freezing prevents it from turning chewy when it comes in contact with the hot […]
5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth 1 Tbsp butter 2 Tbsp olive oil 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1 garlic clove, peeled and minced 1 1/2 cups arborio rice 1/2 cup white wine 1/2 cup grated pecorino freshly ground white pepper 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves Place broth in medium saucepan […]
A simple vinaigrette is made solely of oil, vinegar and a little seasoning. The addition of Dijon mustard is standard in many classic French vinaigrette recipes. Chopped fresh herbs, ground spices, and minced garlic or shallots can be blended in as well, but if you are using good quality oil, vinegar and mustard, you may […]
1 cup whole pitted California ripe olives 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 lb. small fresh mushrooms, sliced 1/2 cup vegetable or olive oil 1/4 cup vinegar 3 Tbsp chopped fresh basil 2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese 1 tsp minced garlic 2 bunches watercress or assorted torn lettuces Combine olives, tomatoes and mushrooms in bowl. […]
One of the appealing things about this antipasto is its complete lack of oil. 1 can cooked white (cannellini) beans, drained and rinsed (about 1 1/2 cups cooked beans) 3 fat garlic cloves, chopped 2 roasted and peeled red bell peppers, cut into fat strips handful of fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped juice of 1/2 […]
1/2 cup olive oil 2 1/2 cups peeled and diced Spanish onion 1 cup red wine 2 15-ounce packages fresh potato gnocchi 1 Tbsp finely chopped fresh thyme 1 cup grated Asiago cheese* kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the oil. Add the onion […]