Having survived my first brutal winter in NYC, in 1977, I remember being so relieved when the magnolia tree outside my window...
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My Secret Ingredient Sweet Potatoes
You can’t go wrong with my Secret Ingredient Sweet Potatoes for an easy appetizer. With simple ingredients and day-of prep,...
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Coconut Cilantro Rice
A delicious trick for making flavorful rice is to simmer it in a combination of coconut milk and chicken stock. Jasmine rice...
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Herbed Lentil Salad with Walnuts and Goat Cheese
One bite of my Herbed Lentil Salad will send your palate on a journey to France. My favorite lentil salad is perfect for...
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Roasted Vegetables
Every dinner table needs a plate of beautifully roasted vegetables to serve alongside the main course. You don’t have to...
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Roasted Rosemary Potatoes
Every home cook has their secret trick to making roasted potatoes perfectly crisp on the outside and creamy on the inside. My...
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Sautéed Broccolini with Garlic, Lemon, Almonds and Parmesan
Do you want to know my secret to perfectly cooked green vegetables? I’ll give you a hint…it has to do with a certain...
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Parmesan Polenta
Parmesan Polenta 3½ cups chicken or vegetable stock1 bay leafSaltFreshly ground black pepper1 cup polenta4 tablespoons...
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Strawberry Risotto
Strawberry Risotto 2 cups chicken stock2 unsalted butter½ yellow onion, finely chopped½ cup arborio rice½ cup Nicole...
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