Winter squash tends not to be associated with Italian cooking. But in fall and winter, beautiful big squashes adorn the farmers’ markets from north to south. In Emilia-Romagna, squash-filled ravioli are a classic; and in the south, cooks sauté the squash in olive oil, then dress it with vinegar, sugar, and mint. This recipe pays […]
Recipes
Make a Fabulous Kohlrabi the Easy Way
Treat a kohlrabi like a turnip and everything will be fine. Especially with this recipe, which we adapted from one in the Food Network magazine. You combine kohlrabi with cayenne, olive oil and parmesan cheese, then roast it. Look out, our dish could make kohlrabi the next kale. — Faith Middleton Photo: Tim Sackton/flickr, creative commons
Stuart’s Irish Yankee Mac and Cheese
I suppose this dish reflects my personality—after living in the United States for so many years, I’ve truly become an Irish Yank! This version of mac and cheese blends my two homes, with Irish dairy in a classic American dish.
Mustard-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Apple Cabbage Slaw
During Easter time in Ireland, I love to whip up this easy dish for my family. My mom always has three other types of meat in the oven, usually a duck, a goose, and a turkey. Sometimes beef, too. So trying to find the space to make this meat ends up in an annual argument. […]
Black and White Croissant Bread Pudding
This dessert is a big hit at parties in the Hollywood Hills, especially in the cooler months. It’s probably one of my most deceptive desserts—everyone thinks it’s complex to prepare, but it’s one of the simplest desserts in my repertoire. When the bread pudding is firm to the touch, you know it’s done. From Quick […]
Food Schmooze Original: Pesto Bloody Mary!
Inspired by a Caprese salad, Faith and the gang set out to create a cocktail to hold on to summer.
