by maryjwhite | Feb 6, 2018 | Small Plates
COLD SPAGHETTI SALAD – Marcella Hazan Forget everything you’ve ever read or thought about pasta salad – this one, adapted from the inimitable Marcelle Hazan, does it perfectly. For 4 to 6 you’ll need: 1 Lb. thin spaghetti pasta ¼ C. olive oil plus 2 Tb. 1 dozen...
by maryjwhite | Feb 6, 2018 | Small Plates
DECADENT DELICIOUS EGGS This is rich, gooey, and a great way to use up leftover hard boiled eggs. Serve with some good dark toast and be prepared to take a walk later; it’s worth it! To serve 4, you’ll need to preheat your oven to 350, and then assemble: 6 hardboiled...
by maryjwhite | Feb 6, 2018 | Small Plates
EASY THAI PEANUT SAUCE This is a fine sauce to have on hand; it can take sautéed vegetables and a little protein and rice to a whole new place. For about 2 cups, you’ll need: ½ C. natural peanut butter 2 whole jalapenos, seeded and chopped (leave in some seeds if you...
by maryjwhite | Feb 6, 2018 | Small Plates
EGG FRITTERS (Pisci d’Ovu) This is another Italian classic from the queen, Marcella Hazan. These are magic puffs of goodness and are a fabulous appetizer. For 6 servings, you’ll need: 4 eggs 2 Tb. freshly grated parmesan ½ tsp. garlic, finely chopped ½ C. unflavored...
by maryjwhite | Feb 6, 2018 | Small Plates
GREEK STYLE QUINOA Quinoa is a great grain to have around; it’s the only plant source of complete protein so is perfect for vegetarian and vegan dishes. This salad can be changed up depending on who’s coming over, and can be an entrée as well. To serve 8, you’ll need:...
by maryjwhite | Feb 6, 2018 | Small Plates
HOMEMADE MAYONNAISE Once you make this a couple times you’ll find that mayo is fun! I love that with a little change in the acid or the oil you can have tons of variations. To make approx. 1 cup, you’ll need: 1 egg yolk, room temp 1 ½ tsp. fresh lemon juice 1 tsp....
