For a quicker preparation of this recipe by contributing editor Sara Foster’s sister, you can use fresh or “no boil” lasagna noodles that don’t need precooking; replace the items added to the meat sauce in step 2 with store-bought marinara; and instead of the mozzarella and Parmesan, buy shredded Italian-blend cheese (mozzarella, Parmesan, provolone, Romano, […]
Orzo with Grilled Zucchini and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
December 30, 2009 by Leave a Comment
Try this easy pasta dish alongside gilled lamb or chicken. It’s also great for a quick vegetarian lunch or for picnics.
Wild Mushroom and Spinach Risotto
December 30, 2009 by Leave a Comment
Like so many hearty, comforting dishes, risotto is a dish that’s traditionally made with what’s on hand, and leftovers. Risotto relies on the flavor of the individual ingredients—so start with the tastiest seasonal vegetables you can find, freshly grated Parmesan and good white wine. (You can serve the rest of the wine with your dinner.) […]
Brown Rice and Wheat Berry Pilaf with Roasted Acorn Squash Spinach and Sauteed Shallots
December 30, 2009 by Leave a Comment
Pilaf is different from other rice dishes in that you cook the rice quickly in the pan with oil or butter before adding liquid, giving the rice a rich, slightly nutty flavor. I like to toss rice with different grains and vegetables. This is my favorite fall combo.
Risotto with Balsamic Glazed Chicken Thighs
December 30, 2009 by Leave a Comment
This tastes best with chicken thighs because they cook quickly and hold the flavor of the caramelized vinegar. To make this quick dish even faster, use leftover chicken or buy one precooked, such as a rotisserie chicken
Pan-Roasted Halibut with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Butternut Squash
December 30, 2009 by Leave a Comment
Butternut squash and tomatoes is a combination that reminds me of the first hint of fall, when the season’s first winter squash and the last of summer’s tomatoes are together for a short, transitional time
Braised Chicken Thighs with Chevre Stuffing
December 28, 2009 by Leave a Comment
Chicken thighs are rich in flavor and don’t dry out as quickly as chicken breasts. This fast, easy dish is also delicious without the chevre stuffing.
Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Artichokes, Lemons, and Capers
December 28, 2009 by 2 Comments
This quick, easy dish is delicious any time of year, but especially in summer, since the lemons, artichokes, and capers add vibrant — but light — flavors. Try this on a bed of lightly wilted spinach or Classic Mashed Poatoes.
Spicy Pad Thai Salad
December 24, 2009 by Leave a Comment
No matter how much many dishes I try, Pad Thai is my absolute favorite Thai dish. With this salad, I tried to get all those flavors into a salad we could sell at the Market.
Navy Bean Soup with Rosemary and Smoky Ham Hocks
December 22, 2009 by Leave a Comment
My mom often requests this when she comes to visit. She claims to love it, but then adds so much hot sauce to it I doubt she can taste it. She usually makes cornbread to go with it, and that’s dinner.