Sure it’s not quite spring but as usual, I was doing freezer inventory and found a few things that should be used up. Now that the tarragon and chives are up…that for sure says spring to me. I used chicken thighs because they were there but use whatever chicken pieces you like, just time them […]
Tag: Peas
Phyllis Pasta Estiva (Summer Pasta)
For a printer friendly version of this recipe, click here. In the spring and early summer, I like to make a Primavera Sauce for linguine. It’s chock full of spring veggies. So…when the fava beans and peas began to show up at the Farmer’s Market, I thought “I should make a pasta using them; here […]
Potato Salad With Fresh Peas
For a printer friendly version of this recipe, click here. My go to when I want a potato salad with a mayonnaise dressing and lots of colourful veggies. It’s great for a picnic with chicken or cold meats. It would also be a really good accompaniment to barbecued fish. We know that Mom made the “best” potato […]
Barley Risotto With Leeks and Peas
Quite simply, I love barley whether in soups or a casserole or in my version of barley risotto. It is creamy and dare I say it, “good for you”. Makes 4 – 6 Servings 1 cup pearl barley, placed in a bowl & covered with cold water for up to 6 hours 1 cup leeks, cleaned […]
Phyllis’ Stinging Nettle Tagliatelle With Asparagus and Peas
I came across some stinging nettles the other day and decided to create a pasta for dinner. I call this spring in a bowl! It’s very imporant that you wear gloves while working with the unblanched nettles! Besides the sauce given here, thinking a fabulous ragu would be great on the pasta…or even a simple […]