Tag Archives: parmesan
Creamy Parmesan Polenta
My husband calls these (from How Easy Is That?) “fancy grits.” They aren’t so different from the other polenta recipes in the previous Barefoot Contessa cookbooks, but they’re a nice reminder that we’re not limited to potatoes and rice if … Continue reading →
Spring Green Risotto
This risotto (Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics) was incredible – the lemon zest and lemon juice really added a nice zing that other risottos don’t have. And it’s a great way to eat a ton of vegetables – I’m thinking … Continue reading →
Portobello Mushroom Lasagna
Have you ever had a really excellent bowl of Cream of Mushroom soup at a restaurant? We’re not talking about Campbell’s condensed here, of course, but the creamy, rich, substantial but light kind that you might find on a Friday … Continue reading →
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Tagged as Barefoot Contessa blog, bechamel, lasagna, mushroom, nutmeg, parmesan, portobello
Creamy Rosemary Polenta
Consider this a dressed-up version of grits. Yum. I made a half-batch, and it only took half of the recommended time to cook, so this was a very quick side dish. Next time, though, if I make a half-batch, I’ll … Continue reading →
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Tagged as Barefoot Contessa blog, cornmeal, cream cheese, extra virgin olive oil, fresh herbs, garlic, parmesan, polenta, rosemary
Caesar Salad with Pancetta
Sadly, I forgot to take a photo of this decadent salad (Barefoot Contessa Parties!) on the night I made it, so this is a photo of the leftovers. The dressing was just lemon-y and garlic-y enough, and I’d definitely make … Continue reading →
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Tagged as Barefoot Contessa blog, caesar salad, dressing, lettuce, pancetta, parmesan, substitution, tomatoes
Parmesan-Roasted Asparagus
As much as we’re trying to cook seasonally, the landscape (both on our table and outside) can be pretty bleak in Minnesota in January. I am ashamed to admit that I don’t even know where these asparagus spears were grown, … Continue reading →
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Tagged as asparagus, Barefoot Contessa blog, locavore, parmesan, roasted vegetables
Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Warm Cider Vinaigrette
This recipe (Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics) is the type of recipe that made me want to start this project. It’s simple, it’s healthy, and it contains ingredients that we like. But before this project, I would have admired the … Continue reading →
Parmesan-Roasted Broccoli
Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics, pp. 172-173
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Tagged as Barefoot Contessa blog, broccoli, parmesan, pine nuts, roasted vegetables
Parmesan Chicken Sticks
More “kid food” masquerading as adult-worthy fare. Barefoot Contessa Family Style, p. 200
Saffron Risotto with Butternut Squash
I made a lot of risotto when we were first married. It’s inexpensive, it’s easy to keep all of the ingredients on hand, it doesn’t take too long to make, and it’s a fairly easy way to have a meatless … Continue reading →
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Tagged as arborio rice, Barefoot Contessa blog, butter, butternut squash, chicken stock, parmesan, risotto, saffron, shallots
