Category Archives: By Region

True Greek Salad

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Jennifer

I saw a picture of this salad in a magazine and it reminded me of my expat days.  I learned early on in our time abroad that a Greek salad served virtually anywhere except the USA does not include lettuce. … Continue reading →

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White Bean & Tuna Spread

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Jennifer

Quick, healthy and deeeeelicious! This makes a nice appetizer or yummy, light lunch. Make it all fancy by laying an arugula leaf after spreading on a Finn Crisp cracker. 1 thick slice red onion, roughly chopped 1 fat garlic clove … Continue reading →

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Farro, Shiitake and Leeks

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Jennifer

I love farro’s texture; chewy like barley but slightly stiffer like brown rice. It is a wonderfully satisfying side or main dish. This version is vegetarian, but can easily be vegan– just eliminate the Parmesan. 1 large leek, timmed of … Continue reading →

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Tapas: Garlicky, Baby Potatoes and Manchego

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Jennifer

Manchego is a sheeps’ milk cheese made in the La Mancha region of Spain. It is aged from 60 days to 2 years, thus developing a deep, complex and salty flavor. Paired with potatoes and twice baked, it makes a … Continue reading →

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Char-Grilled Ocotpus

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Jennifer

I first had this dish about 23 years ago at Todd and Olivia English’s tiny, renowned restaurant, Olive’s in Charlestown, Mass. The apartment I shared with two friends was on the second floor of an old townhouse on Bunker Hill. Olive’s humble … Continue reading →

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Chili Cheese Spread

Posted on April 12, 2012 by Jennifer

I am having a SEAFOOD EXTRAVAGANZA (!!) this weekend. Grilled soft shell crabs w/hollandaise drizzle, marinated, grilled octopus w/lemon, garlic and parsley and Coquille St Jacque (that classic French dish of fresh scallops braised w/mushrooms, white wine, a splash of … Continue reading →

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Stuffed, Braised Artichokes

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Jennifer

Fear not, the thorny artichoke! They are intimidating beasts, but can be tamed and worth the effort of doing so. Why I am now writing in Shakespearean style, I know not, but carry on, good man! 3 heavy, Globe artichokes 1/2 … Continue reading →

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Coq au Vin

Posted on March 4, 2012 by Jennifer

I made this for a dinner party I catered last night. It’s a great dish for entertaining because all the work is done ahead of time. It’s simple to prepare, but does take several steps to achieve the rich, finished … Continue reading →

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Healthy Fried Rice

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Jennifer

This is one of the few dinners that my family will eat harmoniously. Everyone in m family likes this recipe (vegetarian, cheese-phobe, carnivore, even picky Nicky– everyone!) All of the measurements are per person, ie: 1 cup cooked rice = … Continue reading →

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Pizza w/ Shaved Brussels Sprouts & Red Onion

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Jennifer

I am not kidding: This may be the best pizza I have ever made. Do not fear Brussels sprouts on this– they are undetectable, in fact none of the ingredients draws attention rather, they all work harmoniously together. I use a very … Continue reading →

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