Turkey Chili
Turkey Chili is a little leaner than beef; and we use some cumin and thyme to enhance the flavours. White kidney beans change the appearance but not the taste. This recipe is a slow cook type meal for a cool fall or winter day. Even …
Tag: Tomatoes
Tomato Caesar Salad
It’s tomato season and we’ve had a bumper crop this year! Use any ripe tomatoes you can find, mix, and match. Grill some crusty baguette to mop up the lemony dressing.
Panzanella
Panzanella is a delicious Tuscan salad that got its roots using up stale bread. Originally the bread was soaked in water and wrung dry; but its evolved and now the toasted bread cubes soak up olive oil and red wine vinegar. This basic salad consists …
Caprese Salad
Tomatoes are at their peak and it’s a perfect time to make this classic Italian Salad for lunch or alongside a beautifully grilled steak! This was my absolute “go to” salad throughout Italy!
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce (Ragu)
Ragu generally means tomato and meat sauce, but a heated debate continues about the name of “Spaghetti Sauce”. Some American Italians call it “Sunday Gravy” because gravy always had meat in it; and was served on Sunday. In our house Spaghetti Sauce is more likely …
Greek Salad
Traditionally Greek Salad is served in the summer and fall when tomatoes are at their peak. They are the star ingredient and the salad shines when the tomatoes do. Historically, Greek Salad does not include lettuce.
Guacamole
Guacamole, prior to the 16th Century was made purely from avocado. It was only a matter of time before the bright flavors in Pico de Gallo appeared with the avocado in Guacamole.
Pico de Gallo
Pico de Gallo is a traditional dish and staple in Latin homes and restaurants around the world. It’s eaten alone or as a topping for countless Mexican dishes. Authentic Pico must have tomatoes, green peppers, onions, cilantro and lime.