Roasted Fennel & White Bean Dip
I was drawn to this bean-based dip thinking it would be healthy, but realized how decadent it was after liberally brushing the crostini in butter and blending the copious amounts of olive oil and grated cheese into the dip. I’ll try to lighted it the next time I make it, but for now just consider it a luxury.
Jamy’s Quinoa Salad with Roast Vegetables, Feta, & Herbs
You can adapt this salad to take advantage of whatever vegetables are in season, or swap the quinoa for couscous or farro.
Five-Spice Bourbon Punch
Mix bourbon, lime juice, club soda, and a syrup made of Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, cinnamon, cloves and fennel for a delicious and unusual cocktail.
Rick Bayless’s Black Bean Soup
Black beans are seasoned with chorizo, fennel, onion, and chipotle chiles, cooked for hours, and then puréed and topped with shrimp, crumbled tostada chips, and queso fresco.
Carole’s Rosemary Beef Stew
Brown chunks of beef round, add wine, tomatoes, celery, mushrooms, and seasonings (especially, you know, rosemary), and simmer until tender and delicious.
Spicy Sesame-Crusted Chicken
Marinate chicken in a flavorful spice mixture, dredge in flour, and cook until crisp for an easy weeknight meal.