Category Archives: Vegetables

Spring Oat Risotto with Peas, Radicchio, Asparagus and Pecorino

Spring is the time of year when my cooking enthusiasm gets a shot in the arm from the wonderful fresh products that begin to appear in the local markets. I am just back from a bike trip in Italy, where … Continue reading

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Oven Poached Salmon with Roasted Beets – Featuring Fresh Maine Salmon from Maine Aquaculture

I recently had the opportunity to host a cooking class for a fun group of women travel writers here to experience some winter adventures in Maine. The weekend included skiing at Sugarloaf, a wonderful winter hike into the Flagstaff Lake … Continue reading

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Cavolini di Bruxelles Con Le Mandorle – Brussels Sprouts with Almonds

In Italy, cavoletto di bruxelles are most common in the northern regions, where they grow in cooler, coastal environments. On Italy bike tours in the Veneto region we’ve explored the flat plains along the rivers and canals on the mainland … Continue reading

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Butternut Squash Puree – Cavucin of Friuli-Venezia Giulia

Last year around Thanksgiving I posted a couple of turkey recipes. If you’re looking for some ideas, check out my Braised Turkey with Pears and Chestnuts, and How to Use Your Entire Turkey.  This year, I’m writing up a few … Continue reading

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Risotto con Radicchio Trevigiano e Ubriaco

Currently, I am working on the recipes for our upcoming Italiaoutdoors Chefs on Bikes tour of the Veneto. I like to include dishes that incorporate the wonderful products of the Veneto region, reflect the traditional cuisine of the area, and … Continue reading

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