Barley Risotto with Kale
Even though this dish is made with barley instead of the usual Arborio rice, it has all the components of a risotto and makes a wonderful accompaniment to hearty stews and roasted poultry.
Basic Rapini Recipe
Trim off tough bottoms about 1/4 inch (5 mm) from base of rapini stalks. In deep skillet of boiling salted water, cover and cook stalks until tender, about 6 minutes; drain and pat dry. In same skillet, heat oil over medium heat; fry garlic and hot…
Borscht Pancakes
Potatoes pair up with beets and carrots to make a soul-satisfying pancake reminiscent of borscht. Serve these on their own as a vegetarian brunch or lunch dish, or as a side dish to accompany roast or broiled chicken.
Braised Cinnamon-Anise Sweet Potatoes
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 3/4 cup onions and next 6 ingredients (3/4 cup onions through anise); stir-fry 15 seconds. Add water, soy sauce, and sake; bring to a boil. Add potatoes. Reduce heat; simmer 25 minutes or until…
Braised Fennel with Orange
Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add fennel wedges. Cook 5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add fennel wedges and sugar, and sauté 3 minutes. Add chicken…
Braised Fennel with Orange
Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add fennel wedges. Cook 5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add fennel wedges and sugar, and sauté 3 minutes. Add chicken…
Braised Greens
Stem the greens and rinse thoroughly. Heat a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Heat the oil, add garlic, stirring until golden brown. Add the greens all at once. Toss with a pair of tongs, sprinkle with salt and cover for several…
Braised Kale
Calcium-rich kale has a piquant flavor and coarse texture, which lends itself to this simple but tasty dish. Try it as an accompaniment to roast pork.
Braised Shiitakes & Artichokes
Mushrooms, potatoes and artichokes seem to have a natural affinity for one another. Their earthy flavors complement each other while the sprightly taste of lemon gives the dish a boost.
Broccoli Cheddar Corn Bread
This zippy bread can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.