Cooking Method: Sautéing
Butternut Squash Risotto with Gorgonzola and Walnuts
In anticipation of autumn, which doesn't actually exist in Los Angeles, I had a hankering for some risotto. I will give you the recipe two ways - stovetop and Instant Pot. The Instant Pot makes perfect risotto every time in 6 minutes! This Butternut Squash Risotto with Gorgonzola and Walnuts is an outstanding combination of flavors.
The gorgonzola adds a sweet, tangy flavor and the walnuts add an earthy, crunch to this delicious autumnal dish. I would probably serve the gorgonzola and walnuts passed around the table.
By - Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Fagioli Al Uccelletto “Tuscan Baked Beans”
I serve these Fagioli Al Uccelletto “Tuscan Baked Beans” with the Italian-style Slow-Roasted Pork Roast with Oranges & Onions. They go perfectly with it. These beans are a typical dish from Tuscany, particularly in the Florence area.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 40 mins
- Yields: 8 Servings
Creamy Corn Salad
It seems like I've been posting a lot of corn salads lately. I have at least 6 different kinds on my blog. I guess you could say I like corn! It could have something to do with being raised in Indiana. This version has a creamy dressing and uses roasted red peppers and fresh basil.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Ratatouille
Ratatouille is a French Provençal stewed vegetable dish, originating in Nice, and sometimes referred to as ratatouille niçoise. Ratatouille is a great way to use up some of your homegrown vegetables.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Sautéed Corn and Zucchini with Basil
I know I have been posting a lot of recipes for corn, but I grew up in Indiana. There really is nothing better in the summer when the white, sweet corn is at its peak. This recipe for Sautéed Corn and Zucchini with Basil uses up some of the zucchini from your garden with fresh basil.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Pesto Chicken Avocado Salad
This Pesto Chicken Avocado Salad uses pesto dressing 2 ways, to marinate the chicken and dress the salad. You can make your own pesto or buy store bought.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Sweet & Smoky BBQ Sauce
This Sweet & Smoky BBQ Sauce is easy to make at home with ingredients you already have on hand. The bottled stuff is great, but nothing beats homemade.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: Makes 1¾ cups
Pan-Seared Chicken Breasts
It's been way too hot to turn the oven on. These Pan-Seared Chicken Breasts are very quick and easy to prepare and make a great weeknight meal. The key to making juicy, tender chicken breasts is not to overcook them. You can change the herb mixture to whatever you like.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Chicken Almondine
This Chicken Almondine casserole is simple to make, especially when you use rotisserie chicken. The sliced almonds add extra crunch to this fast and easy weeknight chicken and rice casserole.
- Prep: 25 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 8 Servings
Shrimp with Pancetta and Rosemary
My husband and I went to Venice on our honeymoon about 28 years ago. We went back several times after that. Our favorite thing to do was eat a big meal at lunch and then at night go to these little chichetti bars that dot Venice. Cicchetti are small, appetizer bites that one enjoys with a glass of wine at various bacari (local bars). When in Venice is strongly recommend to throw away your map and simply get lost. This is how you find the magic. This Shrimp with Pancetta and Rosemary dish is one of the bar snacks you can also serve it over pasta for dinner.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
