ARTICLES For Sides
YORKSHIRE PUDDING
WITH ONE COMMENT
For me Yorkshire pudding and prime rib are the quintessential Christmas meal just out of a Dicken's novel. And in fact, Yorkshire pudding dates back to the 1700's as a tasty way to stretch a meal.
FOUR CHEESE POLENTA FROM DEAN & DELUCA
WITH NO COMMENTS
The mac & cheese of polenta. This is a wonderful foundation for Wild mushroom stew, marinara sauce or any hearty stew or pasta sauce.
TURKEY STUFFING WITH CORNBREAD, SAUSAGE, APPLES & PECANS
WITH 3 COMMENTS
Turkey stuffing made with three kinds of bread, sausage, apples and pecans is a family tradition in our house.
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH CAPERS, RAISINS AND PANKO
WITH NO COMMENTS
Roasted cauliflower by itself is delicious. Capers, raisins and panko take an already great dish up a notch. Can be made ahead. Perfect for Thanksgiving.
WILD MUSHROOM RISOTTO CASSEROLE
WITH 7 COMMENTS
A no-stir risotto casserole that can be made in advance and for a large number of people. Make this when you are cooking for a crowd and want to prepare your meal before your guests arrive.
ASIAN-STYLE COLESLAW
WITH 2 COMMENTS
Asian flavored coleslaw is crisp, colorful and tasty. Serve it as a salad or layer it in your pulled pork sandwich.
ROASTED POTATO SALAD WITH HERBS
WITH 2 COMMENTS
An updated potato salad, minus the mayo, is made with roasted red, white and blue mini potatoes, fresh herbs and a mustardy olive oil dressing.
KENYAN MASSAGED KALE WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND APPLES
WITH NO COMMENTS
This is one of three recipes I am showcasing to honor the work our friends at Cradle to career Kenya are doing. C2C has fed, housed and educated nearly 900 Kenyan orphans since opening in 2005.
THE BEST MAC & CHEESE
WITH 10 COMMENTS
Good for the soul -- my mac and cheese may get you to heaven a little early. Inspired by a a recipe served in Le Bistro D' À Côté in the 17th Arrondissement, I Americanize it with a little turkey sausage and peas.
MOMOFUKU’S BRUSSEL SPROUTS & CAULIFLOWER IN ASIAN VINAIGRETTE
WITH NO COMMENTS
Even brussel sprout haters will love Momofuku's succulent umami-rich Asian-style brussel sprouts. And don't forget the cauliflower!