Tag Archives: tomatoes

Halibut with Saffron-Tomato Sauce and the Brave New World of Selling Books Deconstructed

A friend recently asked what was my favorite spice. That’s like asking which of my kids I preferred. A cold analogy, granted, but hey, savoring well-prepared food has been a primary life-enhancer for me, the therapies of cooking a gift. Since herbs and spices are vital to cooking, it stands to reason I’d contemplate such a question with gravity. … Full recipe post »

Sun-Kissed Tomato-Basil Angel Hair Pasta Salad

Here’s a light, yummy pasta salad and the sun is a main ingredient; allowing the tomatoes and pasta to bask in sunlight enhances the flavor of both. The acidity in the vinegar and tomatoes is a barrier for food borne illness making this salad perfect for a Fourth of July picnic. Note, however, I’d advise … Full recipe post »

Tomato Bulgur Salad

What could be more satisfying on a sweltering summer day than a dish of tomato and whole grain salad liberally seasoned with a citrusy dressing and copious amount of fresh herbs. Nothing, I tell ‘ya, nothing. Certainly this recipe would be a welcome accompaniment to anything you put on the grill, but it stands alone with a crusty baguette … Full recipe post »

Summer Tomatoes with Fresh Peach Dressing

Pairing tomatoes and peaches in a dish just sounds wrong; the combination reminds me of a mismatched couple. Yet, like many unlikely (yet joyful) relationships, timing and maturity are everything. The natural sweetness of the tomato, which is actually a fruit, comes to its prime at the same time as that of the peach. Therefore, … Full recipe post »