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Holiday Cranberry Sauce
Thanksgiving calls for a proper feast. While the first sighting of a pumpkin inspires some to plan Halloween costumes or jump ahead to gift-giving lists, autumn has me thinking about turkey, stuffing, and every dish that makes the feast delicious. Now that Thanksgiving is a little over a week away, I finally can share the holiday cranberry sauce recipe that will be on my table this year. Homemade cranberry sauce is a holiday essential that is simple to prepare and adds vibrancy with its ruby tone and bright flavor. In this recipe, tart cranberries are made irresistible with the addition of brown sugar, Cointreau, and a touch of balsamic vinegar…
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Crispy Herbed Baby Potatoes
The golden crust on a roasted potato is the signal that dinner is ready. Chicken can rest for a moment, but when the potatoes are done, it’s time to eat. Crispy on the outside with a piping hot, soft interior, a potato wedge is an ideal mid-week comfort food. While it may seem like a rather humble marriage, the union of heat, fat, and starch elevates a random Wednesday, or a stressful week, like few foods can. It seems simple enough to cut up some potatoes, toss them with a little oil, and pop them in the oven, but this often doesn’t result in the crispy roasted potatoes we want.…
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Quick Pickled Cherries
“Cherries of the night are riper Than the cherries pluckt at noon” – From “Cherry-Time” by Robert Graves Fresh cherries are one of the addictive pleasures of summer. Sweet and shiny with just enough meatiness to sink your teeth into, they are easy to devour by the bowl. Still, with the abundance of cherries on my counter, I can’t resist the urge to bake, pickle, and otherwise transform them into even more deliciousness. Quick pickling allows you to take the freshest cherries and infuse them with spiced, briny flavor without the hassle of the canning process. They won’t keep the same way as preserved versions, so make sure to keep…
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Roasted Asparagus with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Now that April is well underway, bunches of tall asparagus have begun to appear at the market. Crisp and vibrant green, asparagus stands up to a variety of cooking methods, giving you choices of whether to grill or roast – use the stovetop or oven – and so many other decisions. It’s hard to go wrong, since asparagus can even be eaten raw, but it becomes sweeter and richer when roasted with sun-dried tomatoes. Beyond cooking methods, asparagus stands up equally well to a variety of ingredients from garlic to cured meats such as prosciutto and Serrano ham. With an intense concentration of tomato flavor, chopped pieces of the sun-dried…
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Purple Carrots in Peanut Sauce
With names such as Cosmic Purple and Purple Haze, the purple carrot is prized for its gorgeous tones, which include a skin that ranges from reddish to indigo. When you slice into some varieties, you will find a yellow or orange interior, which gives these delicious vegetables a great visual appeal. Even more appealing is the complex sweetness that makes them a tasty alternative noodles in a dish such as this one, which features roasted carrots in a peanut sauce. Ingredients 1 bunch of purple carrots (about 6 medium) ¼ teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon lime juice 2 teaspoons chile oil…
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