Posts by The Katz Tales
ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP
I’ve never been a huge squash fan, but every now and then I try to get out of my comfort zone. I really like to cook with local produce and this time of year, there are tons of big squash available in my greenmarket, so I figured, why not? I was surprised at how well…
Read MoreCREAMY ROASTED VEGETABLE AND TURKEY MEATBALL SOUP
Given my love of soup and my desire not to waste any food, I found myself with a bunch of leftovers and an empty pot yearning to make something this afternoon. A few hours later, I had a hearty soup simmering away, a loaf of crusty bread warming in the oven and a bottle of…
Read MoreSHRIMP WITH SQUID INK PASTA
I first had this dish in the original Eataly in New York, and I couldn’t stop thinking about it. Before I left, I bought some squid ink pasta, determined to try and recreate it at home. It took me a few tries, but I think this recipe gets pretty close. Let me know what you…
Read MoreMISO POACHED BLACK COD WITH BOK CHOY
You want simple and delicious? Here’s one of my favorite dishes that I only make when my husband is out of town. (He’s not crazy about certain fish.) It takes less than a half hour and it’s a one pot dish. The perfect thing to have while watching the forbidden chick flick. INGREDIENTS (Serves 2-3)…
Read MorePORTUGUESE SEAFOOD RICE
On a recent trip to Portugal, I was overwhelmed by the amount of available fresh fish. I think I went a week without eating any type of meat in favor of devouring the bounty of their seas. In nearly every restaurant, a seafood rice dish was offered with a variety of shellfish or white fish.…
Read MoreTURKEY LEFTOVER SANDWICH
It’s Friday, you’re exhausted from yesterday’s feast, but you’ve still got a few stragglers who refuse to leave you in peace. Rather than jumping through hoops to feed them, just use what you’ve got. Here’s a recipe for the ultimate leftover Thanksgiving sandwich. With some luck, once your leftovers are gone, maybe some of those…
Read MoreLONGAN MARTINI
Move over, lychee, there’s a new exotic fruit in town ready to elevate your martini game. The longan, often overshadowed by its more flamboyant cousin, is finally stepping into the spotlight it so rightfully deserves. I discovered these while living in Singapore and I’ve been addicted ever since. You can find these fruits in most…
Read MoreCARROT-GINGER DRESSING
I’ve never been particularly intuitive when it comes to salad dressings. I can vamp a lot in the kitchen, but for whatever reason, my salad dressings often leave something to be desired. But, when I actually pull off a decent one, I like to make note of it. This Asian style carrot-ginger dressing will get…
Read MoreROASTED POTATOES WITH GRUYERE
I don’t know how you feel about potatoes, but for me they are the ultimate comfort food. Whether they are fried, mashed, boiled or drowned in a béchemel sauce in a gratin, they are a go-to side for almost any meal. Here’s a simple roasted potato recipe with melted gruyere because, in my world, everything…
Read MoreBEET AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD
Once summer is a distant memory, my salads tend to be a bit on the dull side. So for those dark, dreary days, I’ve realized it’s important to add a little color and zing to my food. This salad not only brightens up a meal, but it’s a real crowd pleasure too. Enjoy! INGREDIENTS: (Serves…
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