Pasta Alfredo Romano Fettuccini Alfredo is something most of us have heard of or eaten. When served in most restaurants, it is a heavily-cheesed, cream-laden pasta, which is actually a bastardization of the original dish. This recipe is simple and delicious and will show you how to make pasta […]
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Dee’s Gratin de Chou or Cabbage Gratin
Everything sounds better in French! For example the lowly cabbage is elevated to new heights solely by calling it “chou”. I was surprised to learn that there many variations of this dish. Unfortunately, most of them use heavy cream. I decided to make mine with a lighter béchamel (white sauce). […]
Lemony Garlicky Smashed Potatoes
These potatoes are a great side dish for just about anything or good enough to munch with just a side salad. They are fluffy and creamy on the inside and crispy on the outside. Just delicious! What you’ll need: 2 pounds Dutch yellow baby potatoes ¼ to ½ cup extra […]
La Ratatouille de Dee
If you have a garden, you likely have lots of great veggies in mid to late summer. Here is a rich, delicious way to use them that’s also healthy. The fresh herbs really make the flavors pop! Ratatouille is a French veggie stew – things always sound better in French!! La […]
Veggies in Masala Simmer Sauce
Wait til you taste this Indian Veggie and Tofu melange gently cooked in a delicate sauce of coconut milk and warming Asian spices! Outstanding! Serves 6 Serve with Dee’s Coconut Rice Pilaf What You’ll Need: 1 small shallot, finely minced Clarified butter or ghee for frying shallot Masala Simmer […]
Stuffed Artichoke Scampi
An original Dee thing, this dish can be served either as an appetizer, side, or main course. It’s garlicky, lemony and stuffed with delicious whole grain filling that gets crunchy when baked. Dee’s Stuffed Artichoke Scampi What you’ll need: 2 large or 3 medium artichokes 1 lemon 3 whole allspice […]
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cherries and Candied Pecans
Tired of Balsamic Vinegar on your Brussels Sprouts? Try something different! Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cherries and Candied Pecans Serves 6 What you’ll need: FYI – Everything you will need for this recipe is available at Trader Joe’s! 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 3 Tablespoons olive oil 2 […]
Glazed Sage Sweet Potato Medallions
Serves 6 Quick and easy holiday side that pairs well with turkey, ham, pork, beef or even fish! If you want to keep you meal vegetarian or vegan, try this paired with Sweet Basil Haricots Verts and your favorite veggie protein source. Enjoy! What you’ll need: 2 pounds sweet […]
Panzanela
Dee’s Panzanela Italian Tomato and Bread Salad for 6 With summer tomatoes about to arrive, try this Italian comfort salad that is an easy-to-make show stopper! What You’ll Need: 6 large very ripe tomatoes (2 to 3 pounds) 12 ounces Ciabatta bread or Pan Rustique (firm country-style white bread), […]
