Kale Salad with Pecorino & Walnuts
I’m just getting to know kale. This finely shredded salad has a lot of steps (toast the walnuts, plump the raisins, toast the breadcrumbs, grate the pecorino), but it’s elegant and special, and is a lovely way to enjoy your leafy greens.
Thanksgiving Slaw
Our family’s classic Thanksgiving and Christmas menu is rich. There are tons of carbs, and I’m afraid to tell you how much butter it takes to get the meal on the table. This tangy cabbage slaw is not only quick to put together and sturdy enough to sit for up to 2 hours without wilting, it’s acidity and hint of mustard help cut through the other dishes on the plate.
Easy Skillet Kale with Lemon & Garlic
I’m late to the kale party, but have been looking for healthy vegetable recipes to serve as side dishes. This is a super easy (you tear the leaves with your hands, rather than chop them, and you don’t even have to dry the leaves after you rinse them) and quick side for a weeknight dinner.
Grilled Corn Salad
Grilled corn with juicy tomatoes, salty feta cheese, basil, and lemon is the perfect side for a backyard barbecue or pool party. We usually bring some spare grilled whole corn to satisfy kids who’d rather eat straight off the cob.
Garlic Broccolini
This broccolini, sautéed until the edges are crispy, seasoned with salt and garlic, and then steamed until just tender, is so, so good. It’s done on the stovetop in less than 20 minutes, making it an easy weeknight veggie.
Caramelized Onions
Great caramelized onions require slow cooking over medium heat. It takes an hour or more, but the time spent is worth it if you’re looking for a great topping for burgers or pizza.
Dianna’s Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower
Parmesan cheese, garlic, and breadcrumbs take roasted cauliflower to the next level.
Roasted Butternut Squash, Pomegranate, & Goat Cheese Salad
Serve this rich, colorful salad alongside juicy grilled pork tenderloin for a fall lunch with friends.
Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad
This fresh, summery side dish gets even easier if you replace the oil, lemon juice, and cilantro with a little bit of high-quality bottled dressing.
Roasted Frozen Broccoli
Broccoli goes straight from the freezer to the oven to get a flavorful, roasted vegetable on the table even when you’re running low on fresh produce.