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Roasted Broccoli by John SpottiswoodThis roasted broccoli recipe, adapted from the Barefoot Contessa, is really wonderful. It has a lot of flavor. We served it with a mild pasta, and it was just a wonderful combination. Don't be worried by the lemon juice and zest. They impart a subtle flavor that adds a nice dimension to this dish. |
25 votes
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Potatoes With Parsley and Garlic - Pommes Parsillade by John SpottiswoodThese are the fantastic potatoes you've probably had in a french bistro...the ones that weren't pommes frites (french fries). They are best served immediately when the crisp exterior contrasts so nicely with the warm, soft interior. We served these with a lentils and sausage recipe that I will post shortly. The combination was… |
10 votes
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Deep Fried Brussels Sprouts by Nate ApplemanThis dish will go with just about any main - pasta, meat, small plates. Whatever you're in the mood for. |
9 votes
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Spanakopita (Spinach Pie) by Nancy MiyasakiI love spanakopita, but it's too much work. This is a great way to make spanakopita for a crowd. And it's really yummy, too! Just remember the filo has to be defrosted overnight or for 5 hours before assembling. |
8 votes
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Potato and Sweet Potato au Gratin with Herbs by Nancy MiyasakiThis is not the lightest recipe I've made, but it's a real treat when you are having guests and want to splurge. I love the flavor and color combination of the sweet and gold potatoes. It's a wonderful twist on a classic French standby. |
7 votes
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Spanish Rice by Wendi TaylorEver wondered how to get that perfect consistency of spanish rice that's served in restaurants? Here's the secret... |
6 votes
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Roasted Asparagus and Parmesan by Nancy MiyasakiThis is a simple and delicious Italian recipe adapted from the Barefoot Contessa. We leave out the egg and sometimes the lemon (depends on what you are serving this with). |
5 votes
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Greek Rice by Mary JosephThis recipe combines my favorite traditional Greek ingredients to make a tasty rice dish. Add some chicken to make a meal out of it! |
5 votes
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Mushroom, Tomato, and White Bean Ragout by Nancy MiyasakiThis is a delicious companion to grilled fish, steak or chicken. It is beautiful, healthy, and flavorful. |
5 votes
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Bean Gratin by John SpottiswoodThis delicious and healthy recipe can be made with any variety of white bean, dried or canned. I used dried cannellini beans. Great Northern beans or other white beans will work too. I served this with a delicious Pork Stew, but I think it would go well with any hearty meat or poultry dish. It took me back to our summer visit to… |
4 votes
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Sauteed Spinach with Garlic by John SpottiswoodThis is a delicious and healthy dish that takes 5 minutes to make and goes with almost anything--asian, mediterranean or american. Barefoot Contessa has a similar recipe but adds butter and extra salt. You don't need that, but can add if you like. Fresh spinach is much better than frozen in this dish. |
4 votes
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St. Patrick's Day Irish Champ by John SpottiswoodThis is a traditional Northern Irish dish of mashed potatoes with milk and sliced green onions. I thought it was a delicious under our St. Patrick's Day Salmon and Leeks recipe. The leeks and green onions really went well together. That said, the green onion flavor is quite strong so I would caution against serving this with… |
4 votes
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Tzatziki Sauce by John SpottiswoodThis is a great traditional greek sauce. Serve it on flatbread with fava beans, kebab, falafel, or anything else you can think of. It's super simple to make and you can experiment with adding different spices. The yogurt has a mellowing impact, so you can add just about anything without ruining it! |
3 votes
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Spätzli And Game, A Swiss Specialty by Patricia TuroA Swiss speciality served with game. Späzli is similar to a dumpling and very easy to make. Made in Switzerland, Austria, Germany and Italy, the recipes are all similar. |
3 votes
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Plum tomatoes roasted with fresh basil by Nancy MiyasakiWhen plum tomatoes are on sale this summer, grab a bagful and make this simple and delicious side dish. It goes great with just about anything you will cook on the grill--steak, lamb, chicken or fish. Or just have it as part of a vegetarian meal. However you serve it, you and your guests will love it! |
3 votes
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