Blog Archives for tag side dish

Sautéed Zucchini Ribbons with Thyme

Yellow squash and zucchini are some of my favorite summertime gems.  So many uses for each and if you can… Continue reading »

Sautéed Green Beans with Peaches & Chopped Almonds

  Tender French style green beans blanched and shocked to retain their vibrant green color and crispness, followed by a quick… Continue reading »

Creamy Braised Leeks with Bacon

Braised leeks may not be a typical side dish in your cooking repertoire, but after you taste my Creamy Braised… Continue reading »

Pearled Cous Cous & Almond Pilaf

Traditional cous cous is a North African dish by origin, made from semolina or ground durum wheat, that is simply… Continue reading »

Buttery Orzo with Herbs

Orzo, the small rice-shaped pasta, is one of my favorite side dishes.  You can dress it up anyway you like—with… Continue reading »

Vegetable Tian

Layers of tasty vegetables roasted in olive oil and flavored with garlic, thyme, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.  This… Continue reading »

Roasted Radicchio with Pine Nuts

A predominant side dish found all across Italy is a decadent grilled vegetable plate—a large platter of grilled eggplant, tomatoes,… Continue reading »

Roasted & Stuffed Red Peppers

This colorful side dish is both delectable and a perfect representation of one of Southern Italy’s favorite flavor combinations—that of… Continue reading »

Simple Sautéed Peppers with Olives & Capers

Simply delicious.  A mixture of tender strips of sweet peppers sautéed in fruity olive oil and combined with briny capers… Continue reading »