A Polish Girl In An American Kitchen
I love harvest veggies, and this is probably my favorite side to make for the fall season. Parsnip and parsley root are so under used and under appreciated! Also, the soy sauce really adds a depth of flavor you rarely see with sweet potatoes and apples.The …
I never knew you could cook escarole, but it’s absolutely delicious! This recipe is especially decadent because of the garlic chips, which add a nice crunch and complement the slightly peppery flavor of this chicory family green. The original recipe is from “The New American …
It’s pumpkin season again! I don’t know what that means for you, but I go crazy trying all kinds of pumpkin anything. This pumpkin bread was one of said new pumpkin adventures. I’m not usually one for gluten-free or dairy-free cooking so I was very …
This really is the best gazpacho. I’m generally not a big fan, but I make 2 batches of this every time. It’s so good I always want more after the first meal. It’s great as a light dinner or lunch on its own, but can …
I was feeling patriotic after the 4th of July and decided to make this stew. My first introduction to American food was around Thanksgiving, so in my mind American equals harvest foods hahaha. Either way this light stew is perfect for the summer, especially since …
This salad is another jem from The New American Plate. I like to serve it anytime we’re grilling. It’s a perfect refreshing side for a hot summer day (so pretty much any day in SoCal). And it’s super versatile, matching anything from california style lunch, …
Kale chips are the best thing to come out of the entire alternative-chips craze. They are soooo good! And super easy to make. The most fun thing about making kale chips is that you can always continue trying different seasoning combinations! Have fun with it. …
This is one of the first recipes I ever tried from The New American Plate and it’s been a favorite of mine ever since. Polish people eat a lot of beets, and true to my heritage I love them too! This side is a great …
Who doesn’t want to impress with perfectly cooked steak every time? I know I do, and this recipe from The New Best Recipe has helped me do just that. Even down to the perfect round shape. We never go out for steak anymore because it’s always …
This lemon barley is somewhere between a side and a salad. It’s served cold which to me harkens more of salad, but it’s primarily barley which would indicate side. Either way it’s a great dish to serve in the summer along side fish or poultry. …