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Category Archives: Recipes
Recipe: Tomatillo Rice
Tomatillo Rice was a happy accident. We had tomatillos left over from shish kabab and decided to toss them into a pilaf. The effect is transformative. It’s slightly tart with a very full and well-balanced taste that will complement any … Continue reading
Recipe: Summer Nicoise Salad
Like Texas barbecue, the definition of a Nicoise salad inspires endless argument. Our summer nicoise salad recipe takes the approach that the ingredients should taste like summer, with only a few embellishments to bring out the flavor. Serves 2 but … Continue reading
Recipe: Best Tomato Jam
Use this tomato jam recipe instead of the one we published previously; it’s got a better flavor balance and more pectin so it doesn’t mold as easily when you store in the fridge. A version of this has been published … Continue reading
Recipe: Pickled Strawberries
Pickled strawberries are a good way to extend the season’s bounty. They’ll last longer in the fridge and can be used in salads or as a component of a charcuterie plate. This balanced version is not overly sweet or sour … Continue reading
Posted in Cooking, Eating, Recipes, Sides
Tagged charcuterie, pickle, strawberries, The Bear
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Recipe: Deli Style Cole Slaw
Deli Style Cole Slaw is too expensive in the deli nowadays, so let’s make our own. We’re talking about the sweet-and-sour mayo-based product that is ubiquitous in New York delis and goes beautifully with an overstuffed Italian Mix sub. We … Continue reading
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Tagged cole slaw, coleslaw, deli, Hans Kissle, Italan, Upstate
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Recipe: Japanese Restaurant Salad Dressing
This is our version of the Japanese restaurant salad dressing that’s often served in neighborhood restaurants and sushi bars. Feel free to add even more ginger! Makes 1 c. Ingredients 2 T onion, chopped 2 T carrot, chopped 1 inch … Continue reading
Recipe: Best Marinated Mushrooms
Best Marinated Mushrooms are the winner* in our four-way taste test of preparations. We’ve refined the recipe to add a suitable vinagrette; of course you could use your own but make sure it has a good jolt of red or … Continue reading
Recipe: Loaded Potato Salad
We assume you’re making potato salad for the 4th of July, right? Loaded Potato Salad is an upgrade from our time-tested Texas-Style Potato Salad. It adds seasoning to the potatoes as they cook and uses russets which do a superior … Continue reading
Recipe: Fig and Olive Crisps after Trader Joe
Trader Joe’s Fig and Olive Crisps are delectable but costly so let’s make our own! I was inspired by this recipe with a different ingredient mix but a similar process. Next time I might add even more figs and olives, … Continue reading