Meatless Monday: Egyptian Red Lentil Soup
There is something about Middle Eastern spices that sends my heart and palate into orbit. The aroma of toasted spices in a savory broth with red lentils in this Egyptian-inspired recipe will transport …
Meatless Monday: Chickpea Minestrone
I love to see different renditions of everyday comfort foods whether it be mac and cheese, mashed potatoes or a hearty Minestrone. Whether you are in New York or Italy, you will have as many …
Meatless Monday: Leek Risotto with Sautéed Kale
I often think about the tender, meaty leeks I ate in the countryside in France that were often served as a starter or side dish. Aromatic and full of flavor, this winter garden darling is often …
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Trimmer Tuesday: Chicken Salad with Bok Choy, Almonds, & Apricots
It's winter on Long Island and I am picking fresh cilantro and cabbages in my garden. That is the great thing about hearty herbs and vegetables that thrive in the chill of early winter. Bok Choy, like …
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Meatless Monday: Gluten-free Mushroom and Lentil Pot Pies with Gouda Biscuit Topping
Most countries have a kind of pot pie and the love affair extends across borders. Golden crust bearing rich, savory fillings that spill into our forks, oozing with soul and warmth: thus the state of …
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Italian Quince Chutney-Mostarda Mantovana
I am a big fan of "conserving" the bounty of the season to be able to enjoy it year round. During the summers I pick the raspberries that grow just off our terrace and make jam. Towards the end of …
Meatless Monday: Baked Gnocchi with Ricotta and Marinara
With Editorial Assistant, Erica Zollo Nothing brings people together more than cooking and eating together. Some of my best memories are from moments in the kitchen, cooking with friends, family …
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Northern Italian-inspired Christmas Eve Dinner
Your Christmas Eve menu can cover many bases if you plan it correctly. With the right dishes you can honor some tradition yet also include the vegetarians, the gluten-free along with the gourmands. …
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Winter Endive and Citrus Salad with Beets
On the North Fork, like in many parts of Europe, you can find different types of chicory for winter salads. Most chicory is bitter which is why lovers of these leaves look forward to eating them. If …
