Tag: vegetables

Appetizers, Side Dish

Feeling Hot Hot Hot

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Stuffed Long Hots are not for the faint of heart or taste buds. I stuff mine with shredded mozzarella, minced garlic and prosciutto. Roast for about 25 minutes and you have a summer side that is a sure fire hit, especially with those who have a hankering for spicy eats.

Side Dish, Vegetables

Scalloped Potato Gratin

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We live in a world in which carbs are made of evil. Especially the lowly potato. Layered in cream and cheese. Soooooooo, if you are one to live in sin, you MUST rock out the fabulous fabulous fabulous Scalloped Potatoes Gratin. The recipe comes from Tyler Florence. It is perfection! […]

Side Dish, Uncategorized, Vegetables

Asparagus Awesomeness

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Asparagus season is upon us here in NJ. My Grilled Asparagus with Lemon Thyme Dressing is prepared on my trusty old grill pan, and is so simple. You absolutely must give this recipe a try! Lemon, thyme and parsley in a simple dressing add a bright touch to the springy […]

Italian, Pasta, Soups

Minestrone

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Minestrone is one of my faves and this recipe from wonderful cookbook called The Food Lab by J. Kenji Lopez-Alt is absolutely fabulous. It was such a wonderful use of my Jersey Fresh veggies. I particularly love that it calls for fresh cherry tomatoes. The taste is so fresh! A […]

Side Dish, Vegetables

Mommom Sacco’s String Beans

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Holidays are all about tradition. Especially with the food. That’s why my Mommom Sacco’s amazing string beans are always on my table, especially at Thanksgiving. This dish requires very few ingredients. Beans, a small potato, garlic and oil and voila – magic happens. That’s really how it was with everything […]