Posts Tagged ‘tomatoes’

Summer Fest Ingredient: Tomatoes
What better way to bring Summer Fest to an end than with an ode to the season’s most popular produce? Whether you consider them a fruit or a veggie, there’s no denying that tomatoes of every shape and size make for one versatile food. From simple salads to hearty sauces, tomatoes take [...]

Summer Fest Ingredient: Cukes n’ Zukes
Sliced, chopped, dipped or dressed, cucumbers are one of the most versatile vine veggies. And what better way to kick off the launch of Summer Fest 2010 than with a refreshing pickled salad loaded with carrots and tomatoes and tossed in a toasted sesame vinaigrette. Cool off by enjoying this [...]

What better way to ring in the scorching heat of an NYC summer than with chilled soup. No flaming burners required.
Gazpacho was my favorite dish when I lived in Spain, and it was my señora’s specialty (yep, the infamous señora). But I’ve turned to Ina Garten, one of my all-time Food [...]

I’m not the type of person who turns to food for comfort, so I’ll spare you the Star Jones “food never judged me” speech. But this pizza was undeniably the result of a much needed emotional release. To me, that’s the beauty of cooking - it’s a welcome distraction in my mind, allowing me to [...]

One portobello mushroom has about 30 calories and no fat or cholesterol. The hearty mushrooms are great substitutes for meat and cook up quickly over a grill. Fresh garlic, balsamic vinegar and olive oil season the portobellos while the tomato, basil and mozzarella toppings add Caprese-inspired flavors to the meal. Tuck the ingredients into soft, [...]

The name for this traditional Spanish stew literally means “I sowed a garbanzo.” The recipe comes from a close friend’s grandmother, Bibi, who created it along with her parents more than a century ago in Asturias, Spain. It’s a one-pot meal with a hearty blend of steak, chorizo and ham. The proteins accent the traditional [...]

As a California girl at heart, I will find any excuse to enjoy homemade guacamole. This time I’ve put a spin on my traditional guac by serving it up as the centerpiece in this simply delicious bruschetta recipe. And how can you go wrong with this arsenal of flavor-packet ingredients? The crunchy French bread serves [...]

Salsa cruda, or uncooked salsa, is one of the easiest appetizers and toppings to make. My recipe, while traditional in appearance, includes the uncommon addition of brown sugar. The slight touch of sweetness balances out the acidity of the tomatoes while pairing well with the spicy kick of the jalapeño. Replace boring tortilla chips with [...]

Many people shy away from salads because the leafy entrees either lack flavor or leave their stomachs wanting more. But this salad with smoky bacon, crisp water chestnuts and a tangy vinaigrette will satisfy even the biggest of appetites. I love to create salad recipes because you have the freedom to pick and choose your [...]

I had a strong affinity for food even as a young child, so I suppose it’s not surprising that some of my earliest memories are of the delicious meals my mom cooked. I can even remember standing at our kitchen counter in my Halloween costume 10 years ago while eating this chowder before a long [...]