Here is my recipe for spiced pilaf rice. It makes the perfect side dish for many Asian dishes. You can also add a variety of vegetables to create a complete, flavorful vegetarian meal 😋 What is pilaf ...
Quick and Easy Alsatian Sauerkraut with Toppings
I love sauerkraut, but since I’m not from Alsace at all, I never learned how to make it. It seemed really complicated to me, and I’d never tried it before… But now I have, thanks to this quick and ...
Spanish Chickpea Stew (Cocido de Madrid)
My friend Pascale cooked us this traditional Spanish chickpea stew, known there as Cocido madrileño. She adapted this recipe from the book , which, she told me, is now her favorite cookbook and has ...
Zucchini Tagliatelle with Pine Nuts and Parmesan
Here is my recipe for zucchini tagliatelle with pine nuts and Parmesan. Until now, I wasn’t in the habit of eating raw zucchini, and I was pleasantly surprised by this salad, which is both light and ...
Cod omelet, Basque-style
Today I’m sharing the recipe for one of my favorite dishes from the Spanish Basque Country: cod omelet (known there as tortilla de bacalao vasca). I made this delicious omelet for the first time ...
Mussels in white wine sauce and spaghetti
Here’s my foolproof recipe for mussels marinières, served with spaghetti. It’s a simple, hearty dish that smells of the sea and the ocean breeze, and one we love to enjoy with family or ...
My Easy Mousseline Sauce
Today, I’d like to share my easy-to-make mousseline sauce recipe with you. Mousseline is a classic French sauce—light and creamy. It transforms your poached fish, asparagus, or steamed vegetables into ...
My Easy Beef Bobun
I made this beef bo bun recipe and we really enjoyed it, so I’m sharing it here! Beef bo bun is an iconic dish in Vietnamese cuisine, somewhere between a salad and a full meal. It’s a fresh, ...
My Authentic Chili con Carne
Since returning from my trip to Mexico, I’ve gotten into the habit of cooking the dishes I loved there myself. I especially enjoy this authentic chili con carne recipe—a hearty and delicious dish, ...
Vietnamese Chicken, Shrimp, and Grapefruit Salad
I adapted this recipe for a Vietnamese salad with chicken, shrimp, and grapefruit from the famous book . It’s a salad that’s complete, healthy, and filling—perfect for a summer lunch. The dressing ...
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