Side Dishes

A white plate topped with couscous and greens.

Fregola with Feta & Arugula and Sesame Sauce

06/01/2016 |

The first time I ate fregola pasta was in 2009 at Nancy Silverton’s restaurant Mozza. My friend Michele and I…

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Scallion Pancakes Korean-Style with Lemon Soy Dipping Sauce

09/28/2015 |

I have found that sometimes I would really like to have a snack that has interesting textures and complex taste…

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A plate of food with some pancakes and sauce.

Corn Pancakes with Almond Red Pepper Romesco

07/13/2015 |

Romesco, Romesco. Wherefore art thou, Romesco? Oops, I was getting a little silly there. I’m over it now. Continuing on…

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Three Bean Salad

06/17/2015 |

I think this is one of the best picnic and BBQ party salads of all time. It is one of…

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Pecorino Potato Pops with Smokey Chipotle Sauce

04/19/2015 |

This recipe has been a total inspiration for me. It’s little Duchesse potato bites with the spicy smokey dipping sauce…

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Aranitas con Mojo de Ajo ~ Shredded Green Plantain Fritters with Garlic Onion Sauce

01/10/2015 |

When green plantains started showing up at my grocery store about 10 years ago, I was totally fascinated. I had…

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Avocado & Pecans

11/15/2014 |

As Thanksgiving is rapidly approaching, I am finalizing my chosen side dishes and making my shopping list. I decided on…

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A white plate topped with carrots and potatoes.

Roasted Carrots & Parsnips

11/07/2014 |

Thanksgiving is almost here! Thanksgiving is almost here! Yeaaaaa! If you’re like me, this is your most favorite meal of…

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A plate of food with broccoli and meat on it.

Ricotta Parmesan Gnocchi & Brown Butter Broccoli

10/10/2014 |

Oh, Ricotta Parmesan Gnocchi, how I do love thee. Cheezy little pillows. Melt in the mouth dumplings. Soft buttery morsels.…

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A bucket of fries covered in cheese and herbs.

Oven Roasted Fries with Garlic Butter & Parmesan

06/13/2014 |

Now that grilling season is here, I will be seeing quite a number of burger patties coming off the grates.…

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