Key spice: Panch Phanon Mix, also known as Five Spice (do not substitute Chinese Five Spice!)
Equal proportions of whole cumin, fenugreek, anise, mustard, “Indian black
onion” seeds (kalunji). You will need to go to an Indian Store to get them last ingredient. It is not related to the onion.
ready in about an hour and 10 minutes;
serves 4
You might need to buy:
- red lentils
- water
- salt
- minced onions
- chopped tomatoes
- grated fresh ginger
- ghee or vegetable oil
- panch phanon mix
- dried small red chilies
- garlic
This is a very easy bean salad you can make the night before and take to work, or serve as a side dish.
serves 3
You might need to buy:
- extra-virgin olive oil
- balsamic vinegar
- herb and spice blend
serves 4
You might need to buy:
- fresh lemon juice
- milk
- all-purpose flour
- sugar
- baking powder
- baking soda
- salt
- large egg
- vegetable oil
- maple syrup
Tip: Also called cranberry beans. May substitute navy beans or pinto beans.
Wine pairing: red
ready in about two hours and 15 minutes;
serves 4
You might need to buy:
- Bacon
- Garlic
- Extra virgin olive oil
- taste alt
- taste Freshly ground black pepper
- Tbspaste
- BARILLA Ditalini
Wine pairing: white
ready in about 45 minutes;
serves 4
You might need to buy:
- dried porcini mushroooms
- extra virgin olive oil
- tastesalt
- taste freshly ground black pepper
Wine pairing: white
ready in about 40 minutes;
serves 4
You might need to buy:
- butter
- all-purpose flour
- salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- dried oregano
- milk
- Italian flavored bread crumbs
- olive oil
ready in about 45 minutes
You might need to buy:
- spaghetti
- plain flour
- chicken stock
- cream
- white wine or sherry
- cooked diced chicken
- parmesan cheese
- champignons or fresh mushrooms
- chopped green pepper.
We had this at Leslie’s Halloween party 2006
You might need to buy:
- shredded swiss cheese
- Thousand Island dressing
- Pretzel crackers or rye bread
Serve smothered chops with a starch to soak up the rich gravy. Simple egg noodles were the test kitchen favorite, but rice or mashed potatoes also taste great.
serves 4
You might need to buy:
- unbleached all-purpose flour
- apple cider vegetable oil
- ground black pepper
- table salt
- water
- minced fresh thyme leaves
- bay leaves
- minced fresh parsley leaves
Gluten-free
serves 4
You might need to buy:
- * 4 slices all natural nitrate-free Genoa salami
- * 4 tsp mild goat cheese with garlic and chives
- * 4 slices of organic red pear