Print Whatever you do, don’t pass up this recipe. A superstar side dish, it’s simultaneously rich, satisfying, and surprising thanks to its layered flavors and dill finish. Try it once and it’s sure to become a favorite. FYI, the fatter the bean, the better the result, so skip the skinny haricots verts and reach for Blue Lake or Romano beans. Servings 4 people Ingredients 1⁄4 cup extra-virgin olive oil […]
Print by Niki Ford Everyone should have a salad like this up his or her sleeve. An unassuming yet surprisingly elegant tangle of asparagus ribbons and butter lettuce with a completely addictive creamy vinaigrette, it’s beyond satisfying as a first course, roast- chicken sidekick, or partner to flaked smoked trout or salmon. The dressing is delicious with little gem lettuces and baby romaine, too. Servings 4 people Ingredients 2 […]
Print Some salads are special. This one by James Beard Award-nominated San Francisco chef Melissa Perello is one of them. Make it and be blown away by the layered flavors of charred beans and veggies, citrus dressing, and sesame. And good thing the recipe makes extra vinaigrette, because you’re going to want it. (Store it in the fridge for up to a month.) Can’t find preserved lemon? Substitute 2 […]
Print In this lively, raw mix, cilantro, coriander, green onions, and lime lend a bright complexity and herbal perfume to the summer staples of squash, corn, and cherry tomatoes. Best on the day it’s made, it’s the perfect antidote to richer dishes. Servings 4 people Ingredients 1 pound yellow summer squash ends trimmed 1 ear corn husked 1 1⁄4 cup yellow cherry tomatoes such as Sun Gold, halved 3 […]
Print Sides don’t get easier or more luxurious than this creamy three-cheese dish, which pairs perfectly with red meat. Servings 6 people Ingredients 1 1⁄2 cup crumbled feta cheese 3 1⁄2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese 1⁄2 cup grated Pecorino cheese 1 egg Freshly ground black pepper 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil Instructions Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a food processor, process the feta to tiny pieces. Add […]
Print An elegant way to start a meal, this ridiculously good soup can be ladled into bowls and served. But arranging the shrimp and other garnishes in the bowl beforehand and pouring the soup at the table makes for an extra special presentation. Add grilled bread and a side salad and you’ve got an awesome meal. Servings 6 people Ingredients 18 about 1 pound, 16/20 size unpeeled gulf shrimp […]
Print Horseradish, fennel, and dill happily join forces in this bold purple slaw to offer a punchy, crunchy counterpoint to other picnic fare. Servings 6 people Ingredients 1 small red onion thinly sliced 1 1⁄2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Kosher salt 1 1⁄2 large fennel bulbs trimmed 4 1⁄2 cups thinly sliced red cabbage 1 large carrot peeled and grated or cut into matchsticks 2 tablespoons finely minced flat-leaf […]
Print In this addictive dish made on a grill pan, Arab-Sicilian flavors of pistachio, vinegar, and mint transform humble zucchini into something you’ll long for again and again. Be sure to make your zucchini slices thick in order to achieve the preferred doneness—juicy, somewhat soft to the bite, just cooked through, and with a little bend to them (they’ll soften more as they rest). You can also cook the […]
Print Don’t let its modest looks fool you. This perfect partner for Indian-Spiced Roast Chicken catapults the summertime sidekick to superstardom with spectacular texture and seductive flavors. It’s best served the day it is made, without chilling it, but you can cook the onions and slice and store the potatoes, covered in water and refrigerated, the night before. Servings 6 people Ingredients 6 tablespoons good-quality extra-virgin olive oil 1 […]
In partnership with CA Grown Print Our editor, Erika Lenkert, crafted this recipe after enjoying something like it at a restaurant in San Francisco. When salad is just the thing for dinner, you’ll find great satisfaction in its sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, which leverage deliciously fresh mango and avocado that we can get nearly all year round thanks to California growers. Servings 4 people Ingredients 2 tablespoons unsalted butter […]
Print Garlic, onion, cumin, and slow simmering in chicken broth results in black beans that are so luscious and delicious, they’re good enough to eat solo. But serve them over rice and top with avocado and cilantro and you’ve got a wholesome dream dish. Bonus: you don’t have to soak the beans overnight! Ingredients 2 cups dried black beans Kosher salt About 4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth 1/2 yellow […]
Print Herb Latkes with Smoked Salmon and Sour Cream Servings 10 latkes Ingredients 2 medium russet potatoes grated 1 small yellow onion grated 1 egg beaten 1 teaspoon kosher salt Freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon minced chives 1 tablespoon minced fresh dill plus extra sprigs for garnish 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley 1/3 cup vegetable oil Smoked salmon for garnish 1/2 cup sour cream […]
Print Gluten-Free Beet Latkes with Green Apple and Fennel Relish Course Appetizer Servings 10 latkas Ingredients 1 medium russet potato peeled and grated 1 small yellow onion grated 1 large beet peeled and grated 1 egg beaten 1 teaspoon kosher salt Freshly ground pepper 1/3 cup vegetable oil GREEEN APPLE AND FENNEL RELISH 1 cup diced green apple 1/2 ⁄cup diced fennel 1/4 cup diced red onion Squeeze of […]
Print Curry-Carrot Latkes with Mango Chutney and Yogurt Serve them big for breakfast, mini with drinks, or ceremoniously at Hanukkah. These colorful, fresh, and flavorful potato pancakes are crowd pleasers no matter how you shred ’em. Servings 10 latkes Ingredients 1 medium russet potato peeled and grated 1 small yellow onion grated 1 large carrot grated 1 egg beaten Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 3 ⁄4 teaspoon curry […]
Print Simple, healthy, and satisfying, this recipe by Gayle Pirie of San Francisco’s Foreign Cinema restaurant keeps well in the fridge for up to a week, making it something you’ll want to create over and over again as a guiltless snack, green salad embellishment, or sensational side dish. FYI, garam masala, an Indian spice blend, can be found at many grocery stores and Indian markets. 12 baby beets 11⁄2 cups […]
SERVES 6 In this recipe by chef Niki Ford, beauty lies in simplicity. Use nothing but the brightest, juiciest oranges and add surprising dimension with rose water, mint, and pistachios, and you’ve got a fruit salad that’s equally gorgeous and delicious. 5 blood oranges 2 navel oranges 5 kiwi fruit 3 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons rose water ¼ cup pistachios, toasted and roughly chopped 2 tablespoons mint, roughly chopped With […]
SERVES 8 You’ve never had brussels sprouts like these by Jessica Koslow of LA’s famed Sqirl restaurant. From the looks of them, you’d anticipate a light salad-like side—but they’re the exact opposite. The sprouts are shaved, cooked al dente in a generous coating of leek-flavored butter, then seasoned with poppy seeds, Parmesan, and black pepper. FYI, you can shave the brussels sprouts in a food processor fitted with the shaving attachment or […]
SERVES 6 This dish is likely to incite a love affair with pasta salad and peas— even if you’re a fan of neither. It’s that good. Don’t be surprised at the thin sauce; it thickens as it cools. To make it dairy-free, skip the ricotta salata or feta–easy-peasy! Kosher salt 1 (16-ounce) package gluten-free shells, fusilli, or penne pasta 1⁄4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 (10-ounce) bags […]