Winter – Page 7 – Fennel*Twist

November 6, 2012

Parsnip and Pear Pancakes with Horseradish Sour Cream

I am a huge fan of potato pancakes from way back, so when I came across this recipe for Parsnip and Pear Latkes, I was practically out the door to buy a pear the next second. And oh my, they are so good --crispy, a little sweet from the pear, salty and delicious. I added …

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October 31, 2012

Greens and Bulgur Gratin…Boo!

Looking for a side dish or even a vegetarian meal for Meatless Monday, or something like that? Well then, look no further because I have got the dish for you! Hearty winter greens (I used a mix of only kale and spinach, but the possibilities are pretty endless) are steamed and wilted, then combined with …

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April 8, 2012

Brunch: Poached Eggs over Polenta & Greens with Chili Oil

This is a meal that I kind of reverse-engineered from our many brunches at Accanto. Although I have tried many things there for brunch, the dish this is based on is my favorite. You could easily start here and add even more too it -- maybe cook the greens with pieces of crisp bacon? Add …

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March 27, 2012

Vinegar-Braised Chicken with Leeks and Peas

This...was so good. And it was really a last minute dinner idea. I had to go get chicken and white balsamic vinegar. Okay and leeks, but really after I got everything I needed it was so quick and delicious! And you could certainly use non-white balsamic vinegar if you don't mind a pink sauce. If …

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March 12, 2012

Egyptian Red Lentil Soup

I have made quite a few batches of lentil soup in my time. All of them have been pretty good but this is the first one that I have absolutely, completely loved. I am giving credit for that to two things. Thing #1 - I used awesome, homemade lamb stock for my soup, made from …

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