Side Dishes

Cowboy Caviar

Looks good, right? Well, I assure you, this Cowboy Caviar tastes as great as it looks. This simple dish is…

2 years ago

Cucumber, Dill, & Feta Pearl Couscous

Pearl couscous, Israeli couscous, or Ptitim, is a nutty pasta made of toasted semolina flour “pearls”.  A wonderful replacement for rice…

2 years ago

Mushroom Risotto with Peas

I’ll admit, I was a little intimidated by this one.  I’d never made risotto before, and writing this cookbook gave…

3 years ago

Black Bean and Corn Salad

It's often quite true—particularly with food—that simpler is better and this recipe is no exception.  It's a big favorite of…

3 years ago

Lemon Herb Roasted Hasselback Potatoes

Who doesn't love roasted potatoes?  Crisp on the outside and creamy on the inside, they've been a staple of dinner…

3 years ago

Spring Vegetable Quinoa

Nothing says "Spring!" quite like fresh asparagus, tender peas, and fragrant mint.  This healthy dish features them all, along with…

3 years ago