This is what happens when the good ol' chicken casserole takes a trip to the land of enchantment. You get an easy-to-love casserole with cheesy rice and a spicy kick.
This side-dish salad uses fat-free mayonnaise in the dressing so it's much lower in fat than a regular Caesar salad. Portobello mushrooms add a meaty flavor.
Paired with: Gordon Biersch Blonde Bock.Briny olives, chiles, and bright citrus: That's what you call a pairing challenge. This smooth, strong (7 percent alcohol) golden bock from the Bay Area can handle it, playing up the orange and toning down the chiles.
Falafel, a popular recipe from the Middle East, consists of seasoned pureed chickpeas that are shaped into patties and usually fried. It's worth the effort to seek out Greek yogurt, which is thick, rich, and creamy. Make the sauce up to three days in advance and the falafel mixture up to one day ahead; bake falafel patties just before serving.
