Black beans have so many health benefits, turning them into a nutritious salad with tomatoes and green beans, makes perfect sense. And because canned black beans are ready to eat and so versatile, it’s always a good idea to have some on hand as a staple. Combined with a simple vinaigrette, it makes a light […]
This is a perfect end of summer salad when cantaloupes and tomatoes are at their peak of ripeness. While it seems like an unusual combination of ingredients, I’ve seen versions of this salad in cookbooks dating back as early as 1918. What I love about this dish is its simplicity, with an emphasis on fresh, […]
This pasta salad takes on all the wonderful, briny flavors of the Kalamata olives, pepperoncini, and marinated artichokes hearts. To let these flavors shine through, we wanted a lighter dressing that wouldn’t compete with the other ingredients. Our vinaigrette is made with equal amounts of red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, and canola oil. […]
Like most slow simmering dishes, our Italian Beef Stew with Rosemary and Tomatoes is absolutely delicious and even better the next day. A boneless beef chuck roast is an ideal cut of meat for slow cooking. The lengthy cooking time makes the meat tender and allows all the rich flavors to develop as it creates […]
This pasta dish is perfect as a meatless dinner, a quick lunch, or a delicious side. Roasted vegetables add an intensely rich, caramelized flavor that’s balanced with the light, fresh taste of lemons and parmesan cheese. We use eggplant and zucchini from our garden in this recipe, but you could easily swap in other vegetables like […]
Because quinoa is a complete protein containing all nine essential amino acids, it’s a perfect choice for those who are limiting meat in their diet. And as a special bonus, it cooks in just fifteen minutes. By itself, quinoa is somewhat bland, but to counter that, we’ve packed this salad with lots of flavor, starting […]
Our white bean soup with kale is substantial enough to be a meal on its own. We use dried beans in this recipe, which take longer to cook, but the results are well worth the effort. We start by sautéing onions, carrots, and celery to bring out their sweetness. As the beans slowly cook along […]
Our salad with mixed greens features rich, buttery croutons made from our garlic bread recipe. We use a combination of olive oil and butter to minimize the amount of saturated fat. Unlike a traditional crouton, these are crispy on the outside and soft and flavorful on the inside. I like to make the garlic bread […]
Zucchini and corn are sautéed with onions and tomatoes for a fresh and simple side dish. Mexican oregano adds a savory counterbalance to the sweet flavors of the vegetables. This recipe is perfect for seasonal ingredients, but most of these are readily available at the grocery store year-round. Frozen corn can easily be substituted for […]
Here are a few great topping ideas for our flatbread recipe. Whether you’re making a specialty sandwich or just need a quick lunch or dinner, keeping a stack of these homemade flatbreads in the freezer can make a hectic mealtime a little less stressful. Try grilled or rotisserie chicken, avocados, bacon, lettuce, and tomato, or whatever leftovers […]
