Blog Archives for tag watercress

Fennel, Orange & Watercress Salad with Pistachio Vinaigrette

For this light summer salad I started with the classic combination of raw fennel and sweet navel oranges.  From there I added in watercress… Continue reading »

Tortellini en Brodo with Rotisserie Chicken & Green Peas

Tortellini en brodo is a classic Italian dish of pillowy tortellini served in a flavorful broth.  It may seem strange to… Continue reading »

Peppery Watercress with Persimmons, Pistachios & Lemon Vinaigrette

Grab a bag of watercress the next time you see these tender greens in the store.  Peppery in flavor like… Continue reading »

Bucatini with Asparagus, Pancetta & Marcona Almonds

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, bucatini is one of my top-three favorite pasta shapes (pappardelle and… Continue reading »

‘Creamy Fennel & Watercress Soup’

Two of my favorite vegetables in one soup—pass that ladle please!  This thick soup actually gets its creaminess not from… Continue reading »

Fingerling Potato, Roquefort & Watercress Salad

Potatoes roasted with fresh rosemary is a classic combination.  While they roast, the smell of rosemary in the kitchen is… Continue reading »

‘Beet & Shrimp Winter Salad’

When I’ve got a special dessert in mind, I try to slim down the entree selection that night, just to… Continue reading »

Freekeh Pilaf with Lemon Zest, Olives & Watercress

You hear the term ‘ancient grains’ a lot these days.  When you see or hear this term, it basically encompasses… Continue reading »

Caramelized Onion, Pancetta & Gorgonzola Tart

This savory tart gets its richness from all three of its main ingredients: crispy, thinly sliced pancetta, rich caramelized onions… Continue reading »

Warm Lentil Salad with Za’atar-Roasted Butternut Squash & Watercress

Here I go with the za’atar again! I just can’t get enough of its smoky, unique flavor.  Here I have… Continue reading »