Before serving, it rests so the garlicky oil in the salad seeps into the bread. My theory is different: the sandwich was likely the handiwork of a thrifty Sicilian housewife. Her husband slung it over his shoulder for a day of backbreaking work in the fields of Sicily. Simply Recipes / Lori Rice Muffeletta, Muffaletta, or Muffuletta? The sandwich takes its name from the seeded round Sicilian loaf in which it is assembled....
If youre craving clam chowder, try this classic New England clam chowder. Its creamy, but not heavy, with delicate potatoes and just the right amount of briny clam flavor. Dont forget the oyster crackers! Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas Youre hungry after a seaside hike. In front of you sits a bowl of steaming clam chowder. Its creamy but thin and light, and it tastes of the sea. Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas...
This recipe for the New England classic keeps it simple and lets the lobster shine. Maybe its the longing for it that makes it so. One thing is required when it comes to sunny summer days: the lobster roll. Sally Vargas Thats the essence of summer here, with or without the dock. Proust can have his madeleines. I will take a lobster roll. Sally Vargas There is something so comforting about eating a lobster roll on a hot dog bun....
Creamy pasta primavera with fresh veggies is a classic! Its very name evokes the 1980s, nouveau cuisine, and bad food cliches. Our version is a pared down rendition of this classic, simplified and lightened up for more modern tastes. Michelle Becker Why resurrect pasta primavera at all? Because despite all the jokes, it was and is a good dish. I ate it a lot. Michelle Becker It has a lovely mouthfeel and really does make the cream and cheese feel lighter when you eat it....
Here’s how to make the best patty melts right at home. When I go to a diner, I almost always order a classic patty melt. Its a perfect flavor and texture combo! Nick Evans Its a hearty sandwich, for sure, and is pure comfort food in my opinion. Its just absolutely delicious and the perfect mix of agrilled cheeseand a goodburger. What Is a Patty Melt? Nick Evans I suppose the onions are optional, but I consider them pretty important to a true patty melt experience....
Going to a cookout? This is the potato salad you want to make! Outdoor barbecues, kids and swimming pools, burgers, hot dogs, and plenty of potato salad. Simply Recipes / Eliezer Martinez We made a big batch of potato salad for a little family gathering this weekend. I love using Yukon golds, though it’s possible for you to use any potato. My dad likes using russets inhis potato salad. Simply Recipes / Eliezer Martinez...
Elegant rack of lamb is the perfect recipe for entertaining and the holidays. I live for lamb chops. So, when my father sent me on a mission to make rack of lamb (what? Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe Eight lamb chops in a row?) I was all over it. The trick is to not go overboard with the herbs. Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe The lamb tastes so good on its own....
Only he has the patience to make it. What Is Ratatouille? Ratatouille is a classic summer dish from the South of France. Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas The recipe is little involved, but the results are fantastic! This ratatouille is a dream to eat. What To Serve With Ratatouille Ratatouille can be eaten warm or room temperature. Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas It also makes a great side dish to serve alongside grilled or roasted chicken....
A timeless and foolproof roast beef for rump, round, or sirloin roast. My mother knows a thing or two about cooking beef. She knows all of the cuts and the best way to prepare them. Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe These days most people buy their meat already packed in plastic at the supermarket. If you want to talk to a butcher, you have to work to find one in your area....
Sauce tomat is one of the classic French mother sauces. Cover the pot and pop it in the oven for a slow simmer. All that deliciousness comes with a time commitment. Sally Vargas / Simply Recipes It is that delicious. I also pureed it in a blender rather than straining it in the traditional way. Be careful when blending the sauce, as hot sauces expand and releases a lot of steam....
These classic cookies have a buttery flavor and crumbly texture. Make them into cut-outs, slice and bakes, or wedges the choice is yours. Simply Recipes / Mark Beahm Shortbread is a crisp-crumbly butter cookie. Simply Recipes / Mark Beahm The centuries-old cookie is famously Scottish but now loved around the world. Its most popular around the holidays, but just as welcome dipped in coffee on a Sunday afternoon. At its most basic, shortbread is a cookie made from flour, butter, and sugar....
Classic Southern buttermilk biscuits that are light and tender. I tried everything when it came to this classic Southern buttermilk biscuit recipe. I used lard, butter, vegetable shortening, and combinations of them all. Alison Bickle I also tried baking soda, baking powder, sugar and salt, self-rising flour, and all-purpose flour. Im a Yankee, after all, and taking on the venerated Southern buttermilk biscuit felt a little risky. The Best Biscuits? Alison Bickle...
A good stuffed mushroom recipe should be in every home cook’s collection. They’re easy to make, they’re great for parties, and the variations are endless! The Best Mushrooms for Stuffing Simple regular button mushrooms or the brown creminis are perfect for stuffing. Sally Vargas Look for mushrooms with dry caps and gills (the feathery part underneath). Avoid mushrooms that seem slimy or have sunken brown spots. To prep for stuffing, scrub the mushrooms well, then just snap out the stems....
