What comes to mind when you see or hear the word “Orzo.” Could it be the 6 Orzo families who were living in New York City (USA) in the 1920’s. Or could it be Caffè d’orzo – a type of hot drink, originating in Italy. Most of us though think of the small, rice-shaped pasta […]
Brussels sprouts are compact rounded leaves tightly bound into individual spherical-shaped heads ranging in diameter of one to two inches when mature. The younger the Brussels sprouts, the sweeter and more palatable flavor they contain. The vegetable is available year-round. Read More Here About Brussels Sprouts and Their Nutritional Value – Creamy Brussels Sprouts Casserole […]
Despite its appearance, risotto is not a type of rice but rather an Italian dish made with a special high-starch short-grain rice. Which includes the Arborio, Carnaroli and the Vialone Nano rice. This special type of rice can absorb quite a bit of liquid without becoming mushy. A basic risotto is particularly prepared with Arborio […]
These roasted red potatoes with garlic parmesan are simple and fast to make. A perfect side dish to any dinner and sure to please. They are toasted with olive oil, minced garlic, along with a little Himalayan salt and black pepper. You can also mix dried thyme, oregano, and basil if you wish. Once they’re […]
Thanks to their distinctive smokey flavor, canned chipoltle peppers really bring this recipe to life, but they can be a little intimidating if you haven’t worked with them before. The chipotle pepper is not actually a pepper, but rather the process of smoking jalapeño peppers, originating in the area surrounding Mexico City. You can remove […]
Roasted sweet potatoes, along with figs and green onions are all piled onto a plate and drizzled with a ginger-chile sauce and a balsamic reduction. This amazing dish draws inspiration from a Middle Eastern dish made by Chef Yotam Ottolenghi, author of – “Jerusalem A Cookbook.” Fresh figs are abundant in Jerusalem when in season, from mid-May […]
Tarragon is a culinary herb that is described as an herb with glossy skinny leaves and an aromatic flavor similar to fennel and anise. Fresh tarragon has an intense flavor over dried tarragon as the oils evaporate during the drying process. The most common type found in markets and used in cooking is the French […]
This barbecue vegetable platter features green beans, sweet potatoes, and rainbow carrots (red, yellow and purple). The green beans provide a crisp and fresh element, while the sweet potatoes offer a deliciously sweet and creamy contrast. The rainbow carrots not only add a pop of color but also a variety of flavors ranging from earthy […]
