Cuisine: Side dish
Hasselback Potatoes UnPlugged
I love Hasselback Potatoes! Hasselback potatoes cut in such a way as to resemble a fan or accordion when roasted. The name is derived from the restaurant where they were first introduced in the 1940s, Hasselbacken in Stockholm, Sweden which opened in that city in 1748 and where they are called hasselbackspotatis. The outside of the potato becomes crisp and brown while the inside is soft and creamy. This version is sort of cheating because you cut the potatoes all the way through.
By - Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 1 hrs 15 mins
- Yields: 6 - 8 Servings
Roasted Smoky Cauliflower with Limey Yogurt
Last weekend, we had dinner with my culinary/photographer (he took my new head shots!) friend Chris and his wife. He is an amazing chef and made this wonderful cauliflower, which could be served as a snack or side dish. It's a recipe from Aarti Sequeira, who had a Food Network program called Aarti Party.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Roasted Balsamic Glazed Mushrooms
I love all kinds of mushrooms. They give an earthiness and depth of flavor to many dishes. The key to this recipe is to heat your baking sheet in a 500 degree F oven before adding the mushrooms. I learned this technique at a cooking class I took at Pizzeria Mozza in Los Angeles.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Yields: 8 Servings
Crispy Parmesan Herb Zucchini
Zucchini is such a great side dish for the summer. The zucchini or courgette is a summer squash and very versatile. It can be prepared using a variety of cooking techniques, including steamed, boiled, grilled, stuffed and baked, barbecued, fried, or made into bread. Zucchini is one of the easiest vegetables to grow in temperate climates.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 8 Servings
Asparagus with Mushrooms & Parmesan
It's prime asparagus season. I picked up some very thin ones at the farmer's market last week. Here it is prepared with wine soaked mushrooms.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Cucumber Slices With Dill
I happen to love cucumbers, especially with dill. When I was a kid, I was often found twirling around in my parent's Eames chair (now worth a fortune), eating whole cucumbers while watching Dark Shadows or Love American Style (what a great show!) or the Brady Bunch or Laugh-In (another classic!). Okay, I'll stop. Try these Cucumber Slices With Dill!
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 2 hrs
- Yields: 8 Servings
Cheesy Cauliflower Gratin
Cheesy Cauliflower Gratin - YUM! As you may have guessed, I love cauliflower. I think I have posted about 14 other cauliflower recipes. This one is wonderfully creamy and cheesy. You can also top this with ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan mixed with ¼ cup fresh bread crumbs instead of Saltines.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 8 Servings
Indian Cauliflower and Potatoes
Indian Cauliflower and Potatoes are so good, it has cumin, ginger, coriander and turmeric. Indian food is something I could eat every day. I love it. I started eating it after I got out of college in New York city. It was the cheapest possible meal. For $4 you could have a feast. I used to order Vindaloo and each time I would want it hotter and hotter. It got to the point that my friends told me to stop because it looked like I would have a heart attack! I did taper off, my stomach needed a break! After living in New York, I moved to London - a virtual Indian food mecca. Now we live in Los Angeles, where good Indian is scarce. This week my husband and I tried a new place - finally some stellar Indian food! We brought home leftovers and to bulk it out for the next day, I made this cauliflower dish. Cauliflower and potato are a perfect vehicle for the cumin, ginger, coriander and turmeric. By the way, the restaurant is called Nirvana in Arcadia, CA.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 4 - 6 Servings
Roasted Rainbow Vegetables
I had my last catering job of 2013 last night (unless, I get a last minute call!). I made Coq au Vin and a side dish of roast rainbow vegetables. I found some organic carrots of "many colors" at Trader Joes's. These carrots are red, orange and yellow. I also bought their red, gold and purple potatoes. You can use any fresh herbs you like. I used rosemary and thyme. It's SO colorful!
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Bacony Peas
Bacony Peas - Have you noticed that I love bacon? This is dead easy and delicious. It produced many contented smiles around my table.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
