There’s a definite chill in the air, and summer is definitely over. Not sure how much longer fresh sweet corn will be available, but if you do have some to use up, this is an excellent side dish.
Hot German Green Bean Salad
September 14, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Fresh beans are infinitely better than the canned version. The addition of bacon makes this side dish out of this world (bacon has a way of doing that . . . )
Fried Okra
September 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Okra is one of those vegetables I never cooked before working my way through Simply in Season. But I’ve come to enjoy it. This is a super simple recipe that’s a great side dish.
Peach Salsa
September 2, 2011 By 3 Comments
Continuing with the peaches theme, this salsa is nice and sweet.
Braised Lettuce for One + CSA Bounty Week 1 & Garden Update
June 14, 2011 By 3 Comments
My first pickup of the season: 1 bok choy, 1 bunch radishes, 1 bunch green onions, 2 heads lettuce, 1 head frisee, 1 lb spinach, 1 1/4 lb mixed greens. Whew, lots of green!
Sauteed Bok Choy
June 12, 2011 By 2 Comments
Bok choy is, I think, my most favorite vegetable. So when I saw it at my first CSA pickup of the season I was ecstatic. If you’re not sure how to cook it, here is a fast and delicious method.
Lemon Rice
March 21, 2011 By 3 Comments
On a recent stock-the-pantry trip to Costco, DH picked up some stuffed salmon fillets. For some reason after a long day of shopping I really don’t feel like cooking, so we took the easy route. He grilled the salmon while I made this easy-peasy side dish. I’m always looking for an excuse to get out my rice cooker!
Roasted Parsnips with Balsamic Vinegar and Rosemary
January 31, 2011 By 8 Comments
Pay no attention to the burnt parsnips in the photo; they tasted delicious, even if a bit overdone. Don’t blame the recipe; I’m sure you’ll pay more attention than I did!
Curried Split Peas (Dhal)
December 18, 2010 By 8 Comments
I haven’t been on top of my meal planning lately, so last night I found myself wondering what to make for dinner, or perhaps whether to get Thai or pizza. Then I remembered the split peas lurking in my pantry. So I hauled out my copy of More with Less and decided to give this recipe a try.
Brussels Sprouts with Brown Butter
December 16, 2010 By 5 Comments
It was a little weird buying brussels sprouts already off the stem, one row over from asparagus in December. The tag told me it was from California; I had my doubts, but really wanted sprouts and since I’ve been traveling haven’t had a chance to get to the indoor winter farmer’s market. So California sprouts it was.
