I first learned of Tsimmes from the Barefoot Contessa herself- Ina Garten. A traditional vegetable stew which is often served on Jewish holidays, Tsimmes traditionally has carrots, sweet potatoes, and… Read more Tsimmes: Root Vegetable Stew with Orange and Cinnamon →
This recipe is so much more than creamed spinach- it starts by making a bechamel that is flavored with sauteed onions and nutmeg and is finished with salty parmesan and… Read more Spinach Gratin →
These are a very retro appetizer that remind me of the parties my parents would host back in the day. They just epitomize my childhood Christmas memories. Tasting them brings… Read more Rye Toasts →
I never ate many pears growing up but after enjoying a beautiful pear from the incomparable Harry and David, I finally understood why they were referred to in Ancient Greece as… Read more Banana-Pear Smoothie with Cinnamon and Honey →
Cranberry sauce is a full-on side dish in my house. Don’t expect a dainty, little portion next to the turkey. We require a mound of cranberry sauce on our Thanksgiving… Read more Cranberry Sauce (Relish) →
I originally made a Duchess Potato recipe exactly as written from an old Martha Stewart Magazine, but I found that it needed more seasoning and that it looked super pretty… Read more Duchess Potatoes →
Ricotta and herb stuffed pasta shells make for super simple entertaining, as they easily feed a crowd and can be prepared well in advance. Onions, peppers, and mushrooms are sautéed… Read more Stuffed Shells with Chunky Tomato Sauce →
This soup absolutely screams fall and makes excellent use of the bounty of vegetables available this time of year. Sweet potatoes are definitely the star of this dish, but the… Read more Autumn Harvest Soup →
Three Peas in A Pod 