Pastas, grains & legumes

Farro with Sweet Peas and Ricotta

Farro with sweet peas, fresh herbs and ricotta

It’s not easy to make whole grains taste light, or look sophisticated. Yet, they’re so satisfying – not to mention, good for us – that it’s certainly worth giving it a try. As far as whole grains go, farro has been stealing the spotlight lately. Mostly grown in Italy, farro […]

Mac and cheese with braised leeks, asiago and parmesan breadcrumbs

Mac and cheese with braised leeks, asiago and parmesan breadcrumbs

Viviane Bauquet Farre gives this favorite American comfort food a French twist: Mac and Cheese with Braised Leeks, Asiago and Parmesan Breadcrumbs. The recipe includes step-by-step instructions and photographs for braising the leeks and for making the creamy béchamel. This mac and cheese is so delicious, you’ll have seconds even if your stomach screams it’s full…

Artichoke risotto with lemon-herb pesto

Artichoke risotto with lemon-herb pesto

Do you find preparing an artichoke intimidating? If the answer is yes, then you’ll love Viviane’s video. She demos how to peel, trim, choke an cut an artichoke… and she also shows every step of making a creamy artichoke risotto. She also talk about the different kinds of rice you can use to make risotto: Carnaroli, Vialone or Arborio. A delicious yet simple artichoke risotto recipe!