vegetables
RECIPE: Asparagus Chevre Tart
This tart has party food written all over it — looks cool, easy to make, delicious warm or at room temperature. MAKES 6 to 8 SERVINGS 5 ounces chevre (goat cheese)1 egg ¼ cup heavy cream 10 grinds fresh black pepper 1 teaspoon kosher salt …
RECIPE: Mushroom Strudel
MAKES ABOUT 48 PIECES FILLING 1/3 cup plus 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 pound button mushrooms, coarsely chopped ¼ cup minced scallions 1 pound Italian sausage (sweet or hot, your preference) Salt and freshly ground black pepper 8 ounces cream cheese 1/3 cup melted butter21 …
RECIPE: Seeded Glazed Carrots
MAKES 6 SERVINGS 2 pounds carrots3 tablespoons butter Salt and pepper 1 tablespoon fennel seed 3 tablespoons honey Cut carrots into 1/2-inch chunks. Melt butter in large deep skillet. Add carrots and stir to coat. Season with salt, pepper and fennel seed, then cook over medium heat, …
RECIPE: Smashed Sweet Potatoes
MAKES 8 SERVINGS 4 pounds (about 6 large) sweet potatoes¼ cup orange juice ¼ cup brandy (optional) ½ cup heavy cream (see Note) ¼ cup light brown sugar ½ cup butter, softened 1 teaspoon nutmeg ½ teaspoon cinnamon Salt and pepper Miniature marshmallows or chopped …
RECIPE: Roasted Radishes with Blue Cheese, Peanuts and Cilantro
MAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGS 1 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon butter 1 pound radishes, trimmed and quartered 1 head endive 1 garlic clove, minced 1 shallot, thinly sliced Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup roasted, salted peanuts, chopped1 ounce Gorgonzola cheese 2 tablespoons …
RECIPE: New Year Carrots
This sweet and zesty dish substitutes for traditional tzimmes, an often-mushy stew of carrots and other root vegetables. MAKES 4 SERVINGS 1 pound medium carrots, peeled and sliced crosswise into 1/2 -inch coins3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon honey Juice and minced zest of 1 …
RECIPE: Ratatouille
MAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGS 5 to 6 tablespoons olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced 1 large onion, coarsely chopped 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 3 sprigs fresh) 1 medium eggplant (about 1 pound), cubed 3 large bell peppers, cored, seeded and coarsely chopped …
Heirloom Tomato Salad with Buttermilk Dressing
MAKES 4 SERVINGS DRESSING 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/3 cup buttermilk 2 tablespoons finely chopped Italian parsley 11/2 tablespoons lemon juice 11/2 tablespoons minced shallot 1 small garlic clove, minced Kosher salt and pepper SALAD 3 slices white bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (optional) 11/2 pounds …
Yin Yang Beans
Be sure to drain the blanched beans well. Any water left on the vegetables will turn a stir-fry into a braise. MAKES 4 SERVINGS 3/4 teaspoon salt1 pound green beans, ends trimmed (about 6 cups) 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon Shao Hsing rice wine …