Allergen Friendly, Free Recipes, Side Dishes

Panitta Fritta o Panelle

Makes 4 servings (12 pieces) Ingredients 1 1/4 cups chickpea flour, sifted 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt, plus more as needed 1 1/2 cups cold water 1/4 cup thinly sliced scallion, white part only 1 tbsp chopped flat-leaf parsley 1/2 tsp chopped sage 1/2 tsp […]

Free Recipes, Main Dishes

Pappardelle with Butter Beans and Tomato Ragù

Makes 4 Servings Ingredients 12 ounces fresh or dry pappardelle Salt, as needed 1 1/2 cups halved grape tomatoes 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced 3 tablespoons tomato paste 1 cup cooked butter or lima beans 1/4 cup vegetable broth 1 tablespoon chopped […]

Chef's Notes Plus

Party-Ready Crudités

Vegetable appetizers are a perfect way to start a meal. They run the gamut from simple dips and spreads like guacamole, made from silken smooth avocados, to complex dishes that are sophisticated enough to feature at the most elegant dinner. One of the most popular vegetable appetizers, and one that […]

Free Recipes, Main Dishes

Pizza Dough

Makes 1 large pizza, serves 4 to 6 Pizza Dough Ingredients 2 teaspoons or 1 package active dry yeast 2 cups warm water 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup semolina flour 1 tablespoon salt 1/4 cup olive oil Directions Combine the yeast with the water in a bowl and […]

Main Dishes

Pizza Margherita

Makes three 12-inch pizzas If you don’t have yeast on hand (or the motivation to make the dough!), we bet your local pizza restaurant would be happy to sell you some to-go dough. Set out toppings for a fun make-your-own pizza activity to help beat cabin fever. Ingredients Dough 3 […]

Chef's Blog

Plant-Forward Cooking

At CIA Foodies and our members’ page DISH, we embrace healthy cooking for healthy lives, whatever that may mean for you. With recipes, technique posts, and instructive videos, you’ll find the tools you need to build your kitchen confidence. Whether you follow a special diet, enjoy plant-forward dinners, or simply […]

Side Dishes

Potato Purée

Makes 6 servings Variations: Fried Garlic and Asiago Cheese Mashed Potatoes: While the potatoes are boiling, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add 6 tablespoons roughly chopped garlic and fry until light golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add the cream and milk and allow the flavors to blend together. Add […]