SERVES 4 These radishes are tender, peppery and slightly sweet. The flavor is mild enough that they can be enjoyed alongside most entrees, but they are particular good with Panfried Filet with Shallot Sauce. INGREDIENTS 2 cups/400 g radishes, sliced and tops removed 2…
SERVES 4We often receive savoy cabbage from our CSA. This is one of my favorite ways to prepare it. The cabbage and carrots become sweeter as they cook, and the addition of bacon makes this a perfect marriage between sweet and savory. This is excellent served with my…
SERVES 4 This aromatic dish is the perfect accompaniment to roasted or pan-fried fish. Try it with my Panfried Cod with Herb Sauce. INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp/30 ml butter 1 small white onion, chopped 2 fennel bulbs, sliced 2 apples, cored and chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced…
SERVES 4 Although you can use any color sesame seeds, the black gives this dish an elegant feel. These green beans pair well with Macadamia-Crusted Duck Breast with Spicy “Soy” Ginger Sauce. INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp/30 ml coconut oil, preferably expeller-pressed 1 lb/455 g…
SERVES 4 When zucchini season rolls around, my fridge is usually overflowing, between the farmers’ market and the generosity of gardening friends. I am always looking for new ways to prepare zucchini, but this simple sautéed version with fresh herbs remains my…
SERVES 4 Watercress can be hard to come by, so I snatch it up whenever I see it to make this soup. The watercress adds the perfect amount of pepper and spice to an otherwise sweet soup. INGREDIENTS 3-4 tbsp/44-60 g butter 1 cup/150 g yellow onions, finely chopped 4…
SERVES 8 This Thai take on chicken soup is so refreshing that you can even enjoy it on a summer day! The homemade broth is a powerhouse full of easily digested nutrients, such as calcium and magnesium. It is also rich in collagen, gelatin and amino acids. INGREDIENTS…
SERVES 6 TO 8 Oxtail is a tough but flavorful cut of meat that becomes very tender when cooked slowly. This Hawaiian version of oxtail soup is thin and light. The toppings are reminiscent of a Vietnamese pho. Traditionally this soup calls for peanuts but due to their…
SERVES 6 Beef Burgundy, also know as Beef bourguignon, is an iconic French recipe. It is a sumptuous and comforting slow-cooked stew. It is delicious over mashed potatoes or cauliflower mash. INGREDIENTS 6 pieces bacon, chopped 1 large onion, chopped 2 large carrots,…
SERVES 4 Unlike most Persian dishes, Khoresht Lubia Sabz is actually fairly simple to make. The traditional stew calls for diced tomatoes but my mom improvised with sun-dried tomatoes. We all preferred her new version! INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp/30 g ghee 1 cup/150 g onion,…
SERVES 4 Soup is one of our favorite meals. We love the flexibility it offers, as our fridge is always filled with a variety of vegetables from local farms. Soup allows us to get creative in the kitchen and mix and match combinations. This soup is one of our…
SERVES 8 When I was growing up, my hopar (Armenian for dad’s brother) owned an Italian restaurant. I loved the gazpacho they served, so refreshing on hot Los Angeles summer nights. It truly hit the spot! I asked him for the recipe and he didn’t remember the amounts,…