The heartiness of polenta makes it a comforting menu addition when autumn's chill sets in. The coarse grains develop their characteristic mushiness when they're mixed with simmering liquid, so reserve some stamina for stirring.
This is a delicious bowl of soup that you can make with baked potatoes or leftover mashed potatoes. You'd never know that it's a low fat version, because it tastes so rich and creamy.
When it's asparagus season, I gobble it up almost daily, with little regard for balance. Like corn, asparagus is one of those vegetables that seems to deteriorate more quickly than others, the sweetness turning starchy and the...
Vindaloo is an extremely spicy Indian curry dish; our version has heat but doesn't overwhelm. The dish goes well with jasmine rice and naan. If you've got time, make your own
A favorite chopped salad recipe - fresh and crunchy with toasted, plenty of pan-fried shallots, chives, cabbage, red onions, and tossed with a simple miso dressing.
The home-style flavors of baked potatoes topped with tender barbecue chicken and all the fixin's go perfectly with old-fashioned banana pudding. Top the pudding with some beautiful strawberries, and you've got a fresh new angle on a classic dessert.Prep: 5 minutes; Cook: 12 minutes
