Steamed Broccoli With Lemon And Olive Oil
Steamed Broccoli With Lemon And Olive Oil
To enhance the broccoli's flavor, season it with a sprinkling of salt and pepper as soon as it's moist with steam. Check its tenderness with the point of a knife, remembering that it will continue to cook off the heat.
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Mushroom, Arugula And Pecorino Salad
Mushroom, Arugula And Pecorino Salad
Spicy arugula is perfect for a mushroom and pecorino combination with a lemon-oil dressing. This is a salad that goes well with nearly everything and lightens up a heavy meal.
The balance of salty capers and fresh herbs is a perfect topping for fish or meat and is also wonderful spread onto crostini with a slice of vine-ripe tomato and fresh mozzarella. Freeze any extra to brighten a winter day.
Cauliflower With Mustard-Tarragon Vinaigrette
Cauliflower With Mustard-Tarragon Vinaigrette
The bite of Dijon mustard and anise flavor of tarragon dress up this quick-cooking side dish.
Endive Braised With Tomato, Black Olives And Pine Nuts
Endive Braised With Tomato, Black Olives And Pine Nuts
For a nuttier flavor, try using almonds or walnuts, as in this recipe for Endive Braised With Walnuts And Olives.
Red Lentils And Rice With Caramelized Onions
Red Lentils And Rice With Caramelized Onions
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Creamed corn is a classic side - sweet and creamy in one, kid-friendly vegetable side. If you like a bit more spice, try mixing in some chili powder or cayenne pepper to taste.
Grilled Corn With Thyme Butter
Grilled Corn With Thyme Butter
Adding herbs to butter is an easy way to flavor your corn and grilling it inside its own husk makes the corn tender and creates a beautiful presentation. (Best served outdoors.)
White Bean Salad With Garlic, Lemon And Parsley
White Bean Salad With Garlic, Lemon And Parsley
Lemon juice, garlic and fresh parsley team up to complement the creamy, starchy white beans in this simple salad. Just about any other bean would work here too.
This is a clean and simple spinach salad. The rich, earthy taste of the spinach leaves needs little dressing up. Serve this alongside just about any grilled or roasted meat. It's also a delicious base for a fillet of fish.
Creamed Corn With Monterey Jack And Green Onions
Creamed Corn With Monterey Jack And Green Onions
The green onions break up the creamy sweetness of creamed corn - feel free to add more to your own taste.
