Blog Archives for tag Fine Cooking

‘Green Cabbage-Apple-Fennel Salad’

You’ve heard the mantra that the more colorful your plate it, the healthier it is.  Yes, that is very true,… Continue reading »

‘Spiced Carrot-Pine Nut Soup’

This lovely deep orange-hued carrot soup gets it’s ‘spiced’ categorization from the combination of coriander, mustard seeds and fragrant Madeira wine…. Continue reading »

‘Smoky Slow Cooker Brisket’

This fork-tender beef brisket has several things going for it: 1) a smoky flavor that comes from a flavorful rub… Continue reading »

‘Spinach-Ricotta Gnocchi’

These light and fluffy gnocchi are made with blanched spinach and creamy ricotta cheese. Flavored simply with a pinch of… Continue reading »

‘Aqua Pazza’

‘Aqua Pazza’ = crazy water.  That’s right, crazy water.  Sounds intriguing, right?  This classic Italian dish of white fish poached in a… Continue reading »

‘Sausage & Charred Broccolini Pizza’

The combination of crumbled spicy Italian sausage, charred baby broccoli, hot red chili peppers and melted cheese atop a tender… Continue reading »

‘Pasta with Lamb Ragu’

 This hearty version of a classic Italian ragu (very similar to a Bolognese sauce) used ground lamb instead of beef,… Continue reading »

‘Persian-Style Carrots & Black-Eyed Peas’

 When I think of Persian cuisine, I think of warm spices and an incredible mix of flavors.  This Persian-style side… Continue reading »

‘Tuna, Escarole & Chickpea Salad with Warm Herb-Garlic Vinaigrette’

 This is no regular tuna salad– there is no mayo involved, nor is there relish.  This updated version of a… Continue reading »

‘Wine-Pickled Beets’

 Taking the time to preserve the freshest produce of the season is always a good idea…especially when the recipe is… Continue reading »