Tag Archives: shallot

Chicken & Penne with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Posted on November 24, 2013 by Cat

by Cat, Nov 2007 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) See also: 1. Pasta (About); 2. Preserving & Using Tomatoes (includes section on sun-dried tomatoes) There are many choices for pasta, not only shapes (spaghetti, bow ties, penne, etc.), but also types of grain used … Continue reading →

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Potatoes Dauphinoise (au Gratin)

Posted on November 23, 2013 by Cat

by Cat, Nov 2011 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) Gratin is a very old dish, dating before the time when potatoes were introduced to Europe. In America, we are most familiar with potatoes in this dish. It makes a great presentation … Continue reading →

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Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Parsnips with a Balsamic-Dijon Glaze

Posted on November 22, 2013 by Cat

by Cat, Nov 2013 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) See also: Root Vegetables (About); Glazed Parsnips with Carrots or Ginger This wonderful side dish is adapted from Burnished Chicken Legs (or Butterflied Game Hen) with Yams & Parsnips, which in turn is adapted from Fine … Continue reading →

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Asian Ginger Vinaigrette Dressings

Posted on November 17, 2013 by Cat

by Cat, July 2007, updated 2011 (photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) See also: 1. Vinaigrette Dressings, 2. Creamy Salad Dressings;; 3. Hoisin Sauce; 4. Other sites: Salad Dressing 101 (5); Homemade Rosemary-Scented Vinegar (Mercola site (6)) Included here: 1. Asian Ginger-Sesame Dressing; 2. Hoisin Dressing; 3. Hoisin Sauce … Continue reading →

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Chicken Tarragon: 2 Recipes

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Cat

by Cat,  Oct 2007 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) Chicken with herbs and a wine sauce is one of my favorite dinners, and tarragon is one of my favorite herbs for its uniquely French flavor. I include two versions of Chicken Tarragon … Continue reading →

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