Loving The Art of Cooking
A list of side dishes.
The sourdough bread baking craze is having another moment, as are mushrooms with all their incredible health benefits. Mushrooms are packed full of nutrients…rich, low-calorie source of fiber, protein, and antioxidants…(https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/mushrooms-make-healthy-meal-magic). This Mushroom Toast ( in France known as Tartine) recipe combines both sourdough and mushrooms. A more traditional ingredient […]
It’s NO wonder these potatoes are having a moment! Golden crispy crusted on the outside and soft on the inside. With minimal ingredients and the oven doing all the work, this quintessential comfort food will be the star side dish on your table. Crispy Roasted Parmesan Potatoes Serves 4-5 1 […]
This recipe takes your classic French Onion Soup and turns those flavors into a hearty, healthy, meatless one-pot meal. Lentils and Farro pack a huge nutritious punch. Lentils belong in the legume family and are a good source of B vitamins, folate, iron, and potassium. They also contain high levels […]
This is the perfect autumn salad recipe!! The ingredients highlight the best of the best of the season…tart crisp apples, toasty nuts and seeds, tasty raw brussel sprouts, sweet dried cherries and topped with a creamy maple dressing. Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad with Creamy Maple Dressing Serves 8 1½ pounds large […]
Make this recipe before the season is over! All ingredients are fresh and only requires chopping. It’s made simply with sweet corn, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime, avocado and a dash of chili powder. You can pull this appetizer together quickly for a delicious appetizer. Fresh Corn Salsa and Baked Chips […]
One Pot Farro with Italian Sausage and Tomatoes Serves 6 My favorite grain is farro. It’s nutrient packed, chewy, nutty and is so versatile. This one pot farro recipe is slow-simmered with Italian sausage, cherry tomatoes, herbs, greens and finished with a sprinkling of pine nuts and Parmesan. Easy to […]
Herby Strawberry Salad with Goat Cheese Serves 4-6 This is a beautiful Spring strawberry salad with goat cheese crumbles, handfuls of fresh herbs, red onion slivers, savory-sweet pepitas, lots of black pepper and a perfectly emulsified balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for a Mother’s Day Brunch. Vinaigrette 2 Tablespoons red onion, finely minced […]
Everything you love about a classic green salad… with a Mexican twist! Make it an entree and add grilled chicken or shrimp. Mexican Green Salad Serves 4 5 cups roughly-chopped lacinato kale leaves, tough stems removed 4 cups roughly-chopped Romaine lettuce 1 cup fried tortilla strips, homemade* or storebought 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves […]
This delicious salad is a perfect welcome to Spring. The flavors are bright with sweet, nutty and herby notes. The Farro adds a great source of fiber, iron and protein. With all those nutrients in this little grain, you might serve this salad as an entree. I will be serving […]
This easy roasted beet side makes for an impressive dish. Honey and orange zest flavor the goat cheese that is smeared for the base of the salad. Don’t miss the mint, zest and pistachios for garnish. Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese Spread Serves 4-6 Roasted Beets 2 pounds medium size fresh […]
Old-school steakhouse creamed spinach is an American classic and easy to make at home. Incredible flavors, with the spinach served up in a rich, velvety sauce that you can quickly cook up on your stovetop. It’s a classic! Thanks for the inspiration Marsha. Steakhouse Creamed Spinach 1/2 stick butter 2 […]
This is a tried and true salad from Deb of Smitten Kitchen. Deb claims this is her favorite salad EVER… and that’s quite a statement! That familiar pairing of apples and cheddar is the star of this side with a sweet crunch of toasted almonds. Seasonal ingredients, lots of texture […]
For a smaller Thanksgiving gathering, this is an easy, delicious and impressive way to serve sweet potatoes. (I’m NOT on team marshmallow). A mandolin will make short work for slicing those tubers. Then you simply add the potatoes to melted butter, garlic, cheese and thyme before stacking them in muffin […]
Fall flavors on parade! Delicata is the star of this salad, and during its short season take advantage of its versatility and enjoy. This squash has a sweet, velvety flesh that caramelizes in the oven. The beauty of the delicata is its small size and thin edible skin! The creamy […]
Grilled cheese is the classic comfort food and this version takes it to a new level. The creamy brie, crunchy apple slices and sweet fig jam create your knew seasonal favorite. And of course, pair this with the other classic…tomato soup. Brie, Fig and Apple Grilled Cheese Serves 2 4 slices sourdough […]
This seasonal fig salad with arugula, prosciutto, pecans and burrata, dressed in a balsamic vinaigrette, is the perfect fall dinner party addition. It’s a balance of sweet, crunchy, salty and creamy, and makes this harvest salad a winning combination. Burrata, Fig and Arugula Salad Serves 4 Ingredients For the salad: […]
We try to incorporate mushrooms into our diet when we can. This mushroom galette is literally easy as pie. (with store-bought pie crust) This recipe comes together quickly and hits all the notes. I’m including some mushroom facts to emphasize their importance. Mushrooms are a good source of B vitamins, […]
How about a new twist on an old favorite? Turn your grilled brat into a brat slider burger. Pile it high with caramelized onions and a beer cheese sauce on a pretzel bun. This will be your new summer favorite!! Promise. Brat Burgers with Beer Cheese Sauce Serves: 4 burgers […]
This recipe is a take on an Italian Panzanella salad, but with a summery twist. Make a trip to your farmers market for peaches, tomatoes, savory bacon, creamy burrata and fresh basil. This salad makes enough to easily serve four as a starter or 2 as a main dish. Peach […]
Looking for a side to your grilled meats? THIS is it. The nutty tones of Quinoa pairs well the earthy, smoky mushrooms. Adding roasted tomatoes adds a sweet note. This dish is packed with protein and tons of healthy and can easily stand alone. Roasted Mushrooms and Tomatoes with Herbed […]
This is a great alternative to everyone’s favorite brunch item! Deconstructed Eggs Benedict Salad, a lighter version with all the “things” and flavors; english muffin croutons, diced ham, jammy eggs, greens and a Hollandaise-like dressing are all on board. Eggs Benedict Salad Serves 4 Croutons and Salad 2 thick English […]
Cast Iron Skillet Crispy Kale is a favorite, easy weeknight side dish for us. The dish can be prepared in under 10 minutes. This method creates a crispy side (think kale chips) or the base of a main that checks all the healthy notes. Kale is one of the world’s most […]
This is one of my favorite recipes because it’s not only easy but also versatile. Rich and savory with an incredible depth of flavor that’s perfect for roasts, steaks and POTATOES. Yep, simple dinner for us, baked potatoes smothered in mushroom gravy. This recipe comes together quicker than this recent […]
Onions are a familiar ingredient when making risotto, but not usually the main event. Caramelizing the onions gives this dish rich savory notes that stand alone or pair well grilled meat. Risotto itself has a reputation of being difficult and time consuming. After making this dish a few times you’ll […]
Potato fondant is a technique used by cutting potatoes into cylinder shapes to brown the ends while they slowly braise and roast in stock and butter. Pommes Fondant or melting potato, originated in France. This technique creates a potato that’s creamy inside and crispy, buttery on the outside. Potato Pave is another […]
Potsticker dumplings are one of my favorite things to eat and have made a few appearances on this blog in the last 9 years. Store bought wonton wrappers make this an easy and fun recipe to take on. The sweetness of butternut squash goes so well with the saltiness of […]
Stuffed acorn squash with sausage is one of those perfect dinners that celebrates the bounty of Fall. The sweet and nutty qualities of acorn squash mesh perfectly with the savory, tart flavors of sausage and apples. This squash is rich in fiber, vitamin C, potassium and magnesium making it as healthy […]
This green bean recipe hits all the notes…sweet, savory and crunchy. Fresh green beans are sautéed in a hot pan until blistered on the outside and tossed in a creamy and tangy mayo dressing with pecans. A side of all sides! Creamy Sautéed Green Beans 1 pound green beans or haricot vert […]
This Cilantro Lime Chicken Taco Salad is flavor/texture heaven! This Salad is bursting with tender, juicy chicken, all your favorite salad fixings including crunchy, salty tortilla chips and the zesty, out of this world, must make, cilantro lime dressing. Cilantro Lime Chicken Marinade Serves 2 1 pound boneless chicken breasts pounded to an […]
This side is easy to make and refreshing to accompany your grilled mains this summer. It’s bright, light, sweet and tangy with a kick. Grilled Corn Salad with Hot Honey Lime Dressing 8 Servings 3 ears of corn, husked 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted 1½ tsp. kosher salt, plus more […]