Blog Archives for tag balsamic vinegar
‘Orechiette with Bacon, Black-Eyed Peas & Spinach’
I love orechiette pasta—translating from Italian into English as ‘little ears,’ this pasta shape is like a little bucket that… Continue reading »
Creamy Polenta with Swiss Chard, Pancetta & Pine Nuts
This hearty Italian side dish starts with a plate of creamy polenta. A simple start to an extraordinary dish. The… Continue reading »
‘Wilted Mustard Green Salad with Cranberry Dressing’
Similar to a warm spinach salad but with peppery mustard greens, this lovely Fall salad is tossed with a warm,… Continue reading »
Pear & Crispy Mortadella Salad
This salad is destined to be one of the best you’ll taste all season long. A perfect combination of Fall… Continue reading »
‘Louisiana Strawberry & Spinach Salad’
On my most recent trip home to Baton Rouge, one of the places on our agenda was Chef Scott Varnedoe’s highly acclaimed… Continue reading »
Roast Peppers with Feta & Herbs
This colorful Mediterranean salad is a healthy addition to any dinner menu. Thick slices of imported Greek feta cheese topped… Continue reading »
Balsamic-Glazed Sweet Potatoes
I am loving this flavor combination—the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes, roasted with a tangy glaze of melted butter and… Continue reading »
Pasta Puttanesca with Eggplant
A traditional pasta Puttanesca is one of my family’s favorite of all Italian dishes. Always on the short list… Continue reading »
Farfalle with Balsamic-Roasted Vegetables & Asiago Cheese
Farfalle, the Italian word for ‘butterflies’ (also known as bow-tie pasta) is the perfect shape for this healthy and flavorful… Continue reading »
Sautéed Collard Greens with Dried Currants & Almonds
My Sautéed Collard Greens with Dried Currants & Almonds is a unique dish that is bursting with flavor and a… Continue reading »