For most of us, dandelions are obnoxious weeds. They’re something to be pulled, yanked and banished from well-manicured lawns. But consider this: Their leaves are edible and according to the University of Maryland Medical Center, they’re full of vitamins A, B, C and D as well as minerals such as iron, potassium and zinc. “Dandelion […]
Albacore tuna is one of the world’s most highly prized fish. It flourishes in temperate and tropical oceans as well as the Mediterranean Sea. Canned albacore is one of the iconic pantry staples worldwide. It’s the star ingredient in France’s famed Salade Niçoise. It accompanies students and parents alike in lunch bags as tuna salad […]
I love shrimp! I love bacon! Shrimp loves bacon and bacon loves shrimp. We’re such a lovey-dovey group. Grinding them both into some savory meatballs for pasta in a creamy sauce seems like a perfectly natural thing to do. As a twosome, shrimp and bacon go back a long way. Back in the cocktail buffet […]
Insalata Caprese, a salad in the style of Capri, is so simple that you must use the very best ingredients in season or it will be ordinary at best. The required ingredients are fresh tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and good olive oil. It is traditionally served as an antipasto. Additional ingredients are often added and […]