Italian ragus tend to be long-simmered dishes, but a French ragout is a quicker affair, a thick, cheesy stew. Tossed over pasta, this one is a true fusion, a halfway point between ragu and ragout.
Back in the day when I didn't know what high fructose corn syrup was or understand that it was bad for us...I used to make a killer taco salad with Catalina
Salty feta plays off cherries' tart sweetness in this salad. Instead of crumbling the cheese, we coated balls with crunchy almonds for more texture and a nicer look.
This dish embodies the alluring qualities you'd expect from rösti—shredded potatoes that are cooked until browned and crisp on the edges. Serve with a colorful mixed greens salad.
Uncooked ramen noodles, almonds, and sunflower nuts add extra crunch to this side salad. Quick to prepare and easy to tote, it's an obvious choice for potlucks and camping.
