Makes 8 servings If you have the grill going, you can cook the corn on the grill instead of in the oven. Ingredients 4 ears corn on the cob with husks still attached Kosher salt, as needed 6 cups mesclun lettuce mix, rinsed and dried 3 red beefsteak tomatoes, sliced […]
Tomato, Mozzarella, and Basil Galette
Makes one 9-inch galette A galette is a free-form, rustic version of a tart with a savory or sweet filling. One of its main advantages is the ease and simplicity of preparation. For a particularly lovely and tasty presentation, select heirloom tomatoes in a variety of colors. Tomato and Goat […]
Tortino di Carciofi alla Maggiorana (Artichoke and Egg Tortino)
Makes 4 servings You can use practically any ingredient you like to make a tortino following this recipe: asparagus, peas, chicory or any wild greens, peppers, sausage, onion, cheeses, and so on. Cook the tortino in a non-stick pie pan or a cast-iron skillet. Ingredients 4 medium artichokes, cleaned (see […]
What I’m Cooking: Crispy Lamb Pitas
I am such a fan of gyros and souvlaki and other Greek and Mediterranean-style “things in pita.” I occasionally make gyro meat at home, though without a rotisserie, it doesn’t quite have the same charm. This week’s pitas were my simplified homage to this favorite food, and I actually think […]
What I’m Cooking: Green Bean and Potato Salad
The main course is sort of the easy part. We can all grill chicken or roast a pork loin, but with limited ingredients, it can be the sides that throw us off. You can only eat boxed macaroni and cheese so many times, even during a global pandemic. Veggie sides […]
What I’m Cooking: Grilled Veggie Bowl with Adobo Chickpeas
This dish was inspired by a week of too much takeout and not eating enough vegetables. The chickpeas are dressed with a creamy blend of avocado, chipotle in adobo (look for the cans near the salsas and taco accoutrement at any grocery store), garlic, and sherry vinegar, and they will […]
What I’m Cooking: Sweet and Spicy Ricotta Toast with Fig
My neighbor has a fig tree in her backyard, and about 1/3 of it hangs over the fence into my backyard, which means I have 1/3 of a fig tree (I’m not a lawyer, but I hope this checks out). Usually, the squirrels and birds get to the figs before […]
Zucchini-Mushroom Griddlecakes
Makes 9 griddlecakes These savory griddlecakes are one of our favorite diabetes-friendly recipes, using a whole wheat baking mix for a little extra convenience. Any salt-free, dried herb mixture can be used in these savory griddlecakes. Serve them with extra sautéed mushrooms on top if desired. Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive […]