Dayna’s Matzo Ball Soup

Written on Apr 18, 2011 by Alison Ashton
Dayna’s Matzo Ball Soup

Dayna Macy, author of “Ravenous,” shares a matzo ball soup recipe fit for a feast–or for a comforting meal any night.

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Roasted Asparagus with Miso, Honey and Lime Zest

Written on Apr 6, 2011 by Lia Huber
Roasted Asparagus with Miso, Honey and Lime Zest

A bright and zingy (and super easy) way with asparagus that pairs wonderfully with Asian dishes.

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Fennel and Mint Raita

Written on Mar 31, 2011 by Alison Ashton
Fennel and Mint Raita

A traditional Indian condiment gets a spring makeover with fennel and mint.

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Red Lentil Dal with Caramelized Onions, Carrots and Peas

Written on Mar 30, 2011 by Alison Ashton
Red Lentil Dal with Caramelized Onions, Carrots and Peas

Redolent with spices and bursting with flavor, this Indian-cuisine staple is a comforting dish at the end of a long day.

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Swiss Chard with Grated Garlic

Written on Mar 28, 2011 by Lia Huber
Swiss Chard with Grated Garlic

This is my new go-to green dish. I can literally go from picking chard from the garden to getting this on the table in under 10 minutes.

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Wild Mushrooms Roasted in Parchment

Written on Mar 16, 2011 by Alison Ashton
Wild Mushrooms Roasted in Parchment

In her new book, “Tender,” Seattle Chef Tamara Murphy shares a super-simple way to roast wild mushrooms.

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Caramelized Sunchokes with Meyer Lemon Zest and Parsley

Written on Mar 9, 2011 by Alison Ashton
Caramelized Sunchokes with Meyer Lemon Zest and Parsley

Sauteing sunchokes in a little olive oil, butter and sugar transforms a homely tuber into a beautiful side dish.

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Improvised Lentil Soup with Bacon and Juniper Berries

Written on Feb 21, 2011 by Alison Ashton
Improvised Lentil Soup with Bacon and Juniper Berries

Lentil soup is easy to improvise on a chilly night. Even better, it’s hearty enough to serve as a main dish.

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Shaved Celeriac, Radish and Pecorino Salad with Pomegranates and White Truffle Vinaigrette

Written on Feb 14, 2011 by Alison Ashton
Shaved Celeriac, Radish and Pecorino Salad with Pomegranates and White Truffle Vinaigrette

A handful of well-chosen ingredients yields a salad that’s light and bright yet earthy and wintery.

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Warm Brussels Sprouts Slaw with Bacon and Juniper Berries

Written on Feb 11, 2011 by Alison Ashton
Warm Brussels Sprouts Slaw with Bacon and Juniper Berries

A handful of flavor-packed ingredients yields a simple yet stellar winter side dish that’s perfect with roast beef, pork or fish.

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