Soup
Parmesan rinds add great flavor to soups and stews. Simply simmer them with the soup for 30 minutes, then discard.
These North African pastries usually are made with paper thin dough called malsouqua (Tunisian pastry) or ouarka (Moroccan pastry). As these semolina flour pastries are time consuming and a bit tricky to make, and because they are not readily available at our markets, we’ll use filo. Briouats are similar to Tunisian briks or small Greek and Turkish borek type pastries. Layers of paper thin pastry are wrapped around a filling, rolled up onto cylin
Appetizer, Main Dish
Potato stacks are a sophisticated and fun appetizer or side dish. If requiring a gluten-free recipe, check the label of the indicated (*) recipe ingredients to ensure they are gluten-free.
If requiring a gluten-free recipe, check the label of the indicated (*) recipe ingredients to ensure they are gluten-free.
Layers of potatoes and leeks are topped with just a bit of cheese in this healthy gratin.
Soup
Collard or mustard greens can be substituted for the kale in this flavorful soup. Make it a meal: For a satisfying winter supper, serve with your favorite crusty bread.
Skordalia takes its name from its most important ingredient, skordo or garlic. There are two versions of this sauce, one based on mashed potatoes and the other thickened with bread and almonds or walnuts. Some skordalias are blended with vinegar, some use part lemon juice and part vinegar. Skordalia usually is served as a condiment for fried fish, salt cod, cooked beets, fried zucchini or eggplant and greens. It is also an excellent dip for pita
Main Dish
This classic casserole goes south of the border by borrowing the ingredients of traditional picadillo—tomatoes, cinnamon, almonds and raisins. The piquant, sweet filling is topped with creamy Yukon Gold mashed potatoes spiked with Monterey Jack cheese. Great for entertaining, it can be assembled hours ahead, then popped in t he oven just before dinner.