Blog Archives for tag side dish

Asparagus & Watercress with Shaved Pecorino & Saffron Vinaigrette

Crispy blanched asparagus pairs just marvelously with peppery, fresh watercress.  With any vinaigrette drizzle on top this side dish would… Continue reading »

‘Cauliflower Risi e Bisi’

I served this low-carb version of a Venetian risotto alongside the Steak Peperonata recipe from yesterday’s post.  A classic Risi e Bisi is a… Continue reading »

Lemony Prosciutto-Asparagus Bundles

This simple side dish recipe works well not only with asparagus spears, but with thin, French green beans and even… Continue reading »

Potato, Radish & Green Bean Salad with Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette

Think of this as a modern (and much healthier!) take on a traditional potato salad. No mayo in sight, just… Continue reading »

Garden Green Beans with Yellow Peppers & Hazelnuts

Any green bean variety will do for this colorful side dish–green beans from your vegetable garden, the thinner French green… Continue reading »

‘Pecan-&-Raisin Parsnips’

This recipe would work very well with a number of root vegetables: turnips, carrots, or even rutabagas come to mind…. Continue reading »

Balsamic-Braised Pearl Onions with Orange & Tarragon

Try pairing a dish of braised pearl onions, cipollini onions or even shallots with your next dinner menu.  Peeled and… Continue reading »

‘Roasted Cauliflower & Arugula Salad with Sumac Dressing’

Ground sumac is becoming more readily available in supermarkets these days and if you’ve never had it, it is a… Continue reading »

‘Fresh Almonds, Zucchini, Curry & Mint’

I just read through Patricia Wells’ amazing French cookbook aptly entitled, The Paris Cookbook.  All of the recipes epitomized classic… Continue reading »

‘Garlicky Stir-Fried Eggplant’

If you can find smaller Japanese or Chinese eggplant for this dish, I recommend using those for their small size,… Continue reading »