Ethnic Sensations

November 2013
By swapping out the heady basil for less traditional spinach, the flavor profile of this iconic Italian dish actually gets more elegant and refined.

October 2013
What separates an addictive plate of grits from slop-on-a plate is the quality of the grits, and, the add-ons, such as butter (lots of butter), heavy cream, milk, cheese, shrimp, ham, bacon, pulled pork, sausage, and red-eye gravy.

September 2013
In this recipe, the humble lamb shank is taken to new heights, creating a dish that is savory, complex and “oh-so-comforting”—all at the same time.

August 2013
In this rendition, the amount of mayo traditionally used has been reduced by one-third, and, this dish is further lightened-up by substituting just enough nonfat Greek yogurt so a hint of tanginess is imparted, yet, the texture remains rich and creamy.

July 2013
Easy to prepare, this is a great recipe to cook with your kids since it brings excitement, and, lots of drama to the table— it’s fun to watch this pancake rise during the last 10 minutes of cooking to a puffy 5 inches in height— like magic!

June 2013
The first thing you will notice about this dish is how fresh it tastes: everything is from scratch — even the garbanzo beans — and, you’ll know it!

May 2013
In this brilliant dish, the bitter taste of the turnip is balanced with the garlicky, sweet taste of the caramelized shallots and garlic.

April 2013
This soup also packs a nutritional punch, and is an excellent source of beta carotene, an antioxidant that is important for vision, bone growth, cell function, reproduction, as well as a healthy immune system.

March 2013
Barley brings more to the table than just great taste — it is a nutritional powerhouse that may reduce your risk of heart disease, diabetes and may help your body to better withstand the rigors of chemo and radiation therapy!