More than ever, this year is about expressing gratitude for what we do have, for finding joy in the small and simple. Which for many of us means creating a simplified Thanksgiving menu that sparks joy. We’ll be enjoying this bright and flavorful Roasted Delicata Squash & Onions, with Lentils & Greens, Continue reading Roasted Delicata Squash & Onions with Lentils & Greens
Until a few weeks ago, roasting was my preferred way to cook beets. (Actually, the only way I cooked beets.) I’d not heard of nor considered steaming beets. Though, steam them I did. To my surprise, the steamed beet Continue reading Balsamic Beet Salad – Fresh Herbs, Toasted Walnuts, Feta Cheese
Bold and complex flavors make Moroccan Carrot Raisin Salad the best carrot raisin salad. Citrusy/sharp with preserved lemon, moderately spicy with harissa, and tart/sweet with pomegranate molasses. It’s definitely the uniquely flavored dressing that makes this salad such a standout. Continue reading Moroccan Carrot Raisin Salad – The Best Carrot Raisin Salad
Muhammara – Syria’s Zesty Alternative to HummusFew boldly flavored and undeniably delicious foods have so many differing pronunciations. I’m currently going with pronounced mhamara, without pronouncing the “u.” Though, you might prefer one of these other possibilities: mu-HUMM-a-ra moo-hahm-MRAH mooah-MARA. 😉 Continue reading Muhammara – Roasted Red Pepper Dip, Spread & Sauce
Tart, Sweet, Savory and Spicy Roasted Glazed Carrots Vegetables like asparagus and tomatoes naturally take center stage. Not so with carrots. True, they add color to vegetable and dip platters. Yet they usually sit mostly untouched throughout the party. I can’t even remember the last time I served Continue reading Roasted Glazed Carrots
Delicata Squash – A No-Fuss Winter SquashDelicata squash, a great sweet-tasting, no-fuss winter squash gets star treatment in today’s recipe. Dressed in a beautifully caramelized gown of maple syrup, balsamic vinegar and pomegranate molasses, these dainty rounds are bejeweled Continue reading Delicata Squash w/ Maple Balsamic Pomegranate Glaze
New York City Highlights—Natural History Museum to Za’atarSuch fun recalling our week in this most vibrant city. New York City Highlights, Part 2 begins with the Natural History Museum and ends with my newest favorite herbal blend, za’atar Continue reading New York City Highlights — Apples to Za’atar, Part 2
