I’ve always admired the French–their lifestyle, art and cuisine. Most certainly I am appreciative of the myriad ways they knot their scarves! I’m also a fan of their green beans, “haricots verts”, essentially a long and slender version of your basic green bean. Anyone with decent soil and full sun can grow haricots vert, but I’ve always associated these beans with the French: So slender, so chic – with no strings attached!
A dinner based simply on green beans is what I’m craving tonight. I’ve a weekend of Super Bowl meatballs, chicken wings and stuffed potato skins ahead so appreciate a somewhat refined dinner centered around a vegetable– the perfect antidote to game day snacking!
I find fresh, whole green beans cook better in boiling water than when steamed, the boiling water cooks them evenly and they remain crisp. I shock my beans in icy cold water so they retain their vibrant green color.
Here’s an easy one pan dinner recipe where the dressing works double-duty to season the salmon as well as the roasted potatoes. Here’s how it works: Make the dressing and use part of it to marinate the salmon. While the salmon is marinating, preheat your oven then roast the potatoes several minutes. Remove the potatoes from the oven, make space … Full recipe post »
Here’s a dish that requires minimal effort; a recipe of reprieve after a tedious week spent in preparation for Thanksgiving. But this is not a dull dish, mind you, for these coconut-curried infused mussels and clams are festive enough for ushering in the holiday season, which is – sigh – officially underway. Too weary to … Full recipe post »
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A dinner based simply on green beans is what I’m craving tonight. I’ve a weekend of Super Bowl meatballs, chicken wings and stuffed potato skins ahead so appreciate a somewhat refined dinner centered around a vegetable– the perfect antidote to game day snacking!
