A sweet, smoky and hearty vegetable stew that makes great leftovers
Tag: Tomatoes
Bulgur, chickpeas, roasted tomatoes and grilled halloumi cheese
A healthy Mediterranean salad recipe that’ll hold its own as a main course
Grilled avocado
A superb vegetarian grilling option for your summer and fall barbecues
Curried tomato coulis
A simple yet exotic homemade tomato sauce, perfect as a condiment or dip
Muri-Gries Lagrein Rosato paired with tomato frittata
A stunning 11th century fortress turned into a Benedictine monastery, Muri-Gries is not your typical winery. The fairly large estate, located in Süd Tyrol, in northwestern Italy, is not just a winery, it’s also an orchard and a working farm.
Tomato frittata with fresh herbs Close cousin to the omelette, this healthy vegetable frittata has loads of flavor!
What is a frittata? Frittata, in Italian, translates roughly to “fried.” It’s an egg dish made in a pan, and on first glance I couldn’t blame you for mistaking this frittata for an omelette. However, there are a couple of key differences that make the frittata distinct from its more […]
Fresh tomato Bloody Mary with garden herbs and celery bitters
If you’ve never had a Bloody Mary made with fresh tomatoes, you’re in for a treat. It makes a lighter, more delicate and yet unbelievably flavorful libation.
Heirloom tomato and avocado salad with crispy wontons and spicy cilantro vinaigrette
In 2009, I had the great pleasure of meeting Jaden Hair at her book signing in New York City. Jaden is a fantastic cook, and the talented author of the popular blog Steamy Kitchen. With her huge smile and endearing personality, Jaden never fails to light up the room.
Yellow heirloom tomato gazpacho with lime oil and fresh mint
Yellow heirloom tomatoes — like the Golden Jubilee, Amana Orange, Yellow Brandywine or Bicolor Mortgage Lifter — are slightly sweet, juicy and fleshy. They also have very few seeds, making them perfect candidates for gazpacho. The lime-infused oil drizzled on the chilled soup just before serving brings out the tomatoes’ […]
Cucumber linguini with fresh mint and fried capers
When summer is in full force, cucumbers follow suit in the most overwhelming fashion. They are piled high on the shelves of every grocery store, where they sell for a pittance. You’ll find them in all shapes and sizes at your local farmers’ market. And, if you happen to be […]
Zucchini fritters with sweet basil
These little fritters are the quintessential summer appetizer or hors d’oeuvre. Adults love them, kids love them, even picky eaters love them. They’re as addictive as they are easy to prepare. The basil leaves become crispy as they fry, while the lemon zest adds a bit of zing to the […]
Tomato coulis with shallots and white wine
This flavorful coulis can be used as a dip for fritters, finger foods and grilled sandwiches, as a sauce for appetizers or main courses, or as a condiment. In the summer and fall, you can make it with vine-ripened tomatoes. In the winter and spring, use organic canned tomatoes. Either […]