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Pasta alla zazonna translates into “dirty pasta” and I’m still not sure if that is because of the addition of sausage or because it’s decadence makes you feel the need to visit a church in the morning and confess your sins. The dish is made for the senses. Slightly sweet, salty, unctuous, silky, and satisfying, it reminds me of the Rome I fell in love with.
This is a twist on the classic stick-to-your-ribs beef stew. Mushrooms provide an earthy flavor and the greens add a freshness and nutritional punch. It is the ideal dinner on a chilly winter’s day. Beef, onion, carrots, potatoes, mushrooms, turnips, dandelion greens, and red wine come together for the perfect comfort dish.
This braise uses a classic French red wine based braise and is basically a bourguignon. Nothing more comforting for a winter weekend treat. You can substitute chuck roast for the lamb if desired.
Authentic Greek greens galette. A harmony of greens, onion, ricotta, and potatoes.
One of my favorite places in the world is the village or Bonnieux in Provence. This dish brings back memories of fields filled with lavender and sunflowers and enjoying a Ricard which color perfectly offsets the pastel blue of the summer sky.
What grows together goes together! Scotch glazed salmon is a match made on the isle of Islay.
This recipe is Mother In-Law tested and Mother In-Law approved. I can’t stay for an extended period and not make these. They are that good. And easy. The marinade does most of the work.
Sweet and heat. This dish balances the heat of curry with the sweetness of Grand Marnier. Can be made with shrimp or poultry.
A great way to use holiday leftovers or the remains of a Saturday roasted chicken this is comfort food in the extreme. Easy to through together for a weeknight dinner, this is perfect for the colder months. The topping is somewhere between a biscuit and dumpling and comes together in seconds with the help of a food processor. They can also be made by hand. Comfort food in the extreme.
This family recipe is the real deal! They might look simple, but family feuds have been fought over the ingredient list. These cakes can be either pan fried, deep fried, or broiled. The recipe can also be made into mini-cakes for appetizers if desired.