A little fancy
A tribute to Nothing Fancy
I like making resolutions and I like cooking. In 2020, I’m going to make my way through all the recipes from Nothing Fancy by Alison Roman. Yep, just like the comedy/drama from 2009, Julie and Julia. However, unlike Julie and Julia, I hope Alison doesn’t hate me at the end of this story.
Love,
@darrendub
Sour Cherry and Sesame Galette
After Dinner
Spiced and Braised Short Ribs with Creamy Potatoes
Mains
Vinegared Apples with Persimmon and White Cheddar
Salad
Crispy Chocolate Cake with Hazelnut and Sour Cream
After Dinner
Any Excuse to Make Shrimp Cocktail
After Dinner
Grilled Trout with Green Goddess Butter (A Whole Fish! Yes, You Can!)
Mains
Summer Squash with Basil, Parmesan, and Toasted Buckwheat
Salad
Slow-Roasted Oregano Chicken with Buttered Tomatoes
Mains
Spicy, Giant Crunchy Corn
Snacks
Salted Citrus Salad with Fennel, Radish, and Olive
Salads
Spicy Caramelized Leeks with Fresh Lemon
Sides
Soy-Braised Brisket with Caramelized Honey and Garlic
Mains
DIY Martini Bar
Snacks
Chicken and Mushroom Skillet Pie with Greens and Tarragon
Mains
Mustardy Green Beans with Anchovyed Walnuts
Sides
Coconut-Braised Chicken with Chickpeas and Lime
Mains
After-Dinner Drinks
After Dinner
Hibiscus-Roasted Peaches with Brown-Sugar Bread Crumbs
After Dinner
Tomato-y Beans with Preserved Lemon and Bread Crumbs
Sides
Upside-Down Apricot Tart
After Dinner
A Better Cheese Plate
Snacks
A Very Fine Spritz
Snacks
Harissa-Rubbed Pork Shoulder with White Beans and Chard
Mains
Grilled Carrots with Limey Hot Sauce and Cotija
Sides
Slightly Sticky Walnuts with Sesame and Sumac
Snacks
A Very Good Lasagna
Mains
Lemony White Beans and Escarole with Anchovy and Parmesan
Salads
Seeded Breadsticks with Parmesan
Snacks
Melon with Crispy Ham and Ricotta Salata
Salads
Low and Slow Rib Roast with Rosemary and Anchovy
Mains
Baked Potato Bar
Sides
The Greatest Creamed Greens
Sides
Coconut Banana Cream Pudding
After Dinner
Lamb Chops for the Table
Mains
Tiny Creamy Pasta with Black Pepper and Pecorino
Sides
Trout Roe on Buttered Toast with Lemony Herbs
Snacks
Pan-Fried Sardines with Fried and Salted Lemons
Mains
Smashed Cucumbers with Sizzled Turmeric and Garlic
Salads
A Better Garlic Bread / Caramelized Garlic on Toast with Anchovies
Snacks
Sungold Pasta with Lemony Shellfish, Garlic, and Pistachios
Mains
Torn Plum Browned-Butter Cake
After Dinner
Sausage Party
Mains
Spicy Red Cabbage with Sweet Onion and Lime
Salads
Crispy Vinegared Potatoes with Dried Chile
Sides
Fruit on Ice
After Dinner
Grilled Lamb Shoulder over Fresh Garlicky Tomatoes
Mains
Creamy Goat Cheese with Lemony Za'atar
Snacks
Halibut with Asparagus and Brown-Buttered Peas
Main
Crispy Haloumi with Honey and Pistachio
Snacks
Sheet Cake with Mascarpone and Coffee
After Dinner
Almost Angel Food Cake
After Dinner
Smashed Eggs and Fancy Fish on Crackers
Snacks
Lemony Aioli
Snacks
Clams and Cod in Heavy Cream with Tiny Celery
Mains
Tomatoes Dressed in Toasted Fennel and Anchovy
Salads
Your Very Own Marinated Artichoke Hearts
Snacks
Spicy Marinated Anchovies with Potato Chips
Snacks
Salted Honey Panna Cotta with Crushed Raspberries
After Dinner
Yogurt-Marinated Leg of Lamb with Spicy Fennel and Sumac
Mains
Beets with Buttermilk and Walnuts
Sides
Celery and Fennel with Walnuts and Blue Cheese
Salad
Casual Apple Tart with Caramelized Buttermilk
After Dinner
Citrus Chicken Rested in Herbs
Mains
A Big Pot of Brothy Beans
Sides
Little Gems with Garlicky Lemon and Pistachio
Salads
Kimchi-Braised Pork with Sesame and Egg Yolk
Mains
Ricotta-Stuffed Shells with Burrata, Mushrooms, and Herbs
Mains
Just-Cooked Cabbage with Butter, Anchovy, and Lemon
Sides
Harissa-Braised Green Beans with Herbs
Sides
Tiny, Salty, Chocolatey Cookies
After Dinner
Fancy Citrusy Olives
Snacks
Chicories with Preserved Lemon, Yogurt, and Mint
Salads
Sticky Chili Chicken with Hot-and-Sour Pineapple
Mains
Smashed Sweet Potatoes with Maple and Sour Cream
Sides
Iceberg with Pecorino, Crushed Olives, and Pickled Chile
Salads
Spicy Tomato-Marinated Feta
Snacks
Lemony Turmeric Tea Cake
After Dinner
Long-Roasted Eggplant with Garlic, Labne, and Tiny Chile Croutons
Sides
Perfect Herby Salad
Salads
Salad Bar Croutons
Snacks
Wine-Roasted Artichokes
Sides
Escarole with Mustard and Spicy Guanciale Bread Crumbs
Salads
Farro with Toasted Fennel, Lemon, and Basil
Sides
Pizza Night
Mains
Vinegar-Marinated Butter Beans
Snacks
Black Lentils with Crispy Garlic and Labne
Sides
Creamy cauliflower and Onion Gratin
Sides
Spicy Pork Meatballs in Brothy Tomatoes and Toasted Fennel
Mains
Garlicky Beet Dip with Walnuts
Snacks
Pot of Pasta with Broccoli Rabe and Chorizo Bread Crumbs
Mains
Crushed Peas with Burrata and Black Olives
Salads
Hard-Roasted Spiced Cauliflower
Sides
Sweet and Salty Cream Cheese Tart
After Dinner
Buttered Salmon with Red Onion and Dill
Mains
Crushed Baby Potatoes with Scallion, Celery, and Lots of Dill
Sides
Frizzled Chickpeas and Onions with Feta and Oregano
Sides
Crushed Blackberry and Cornmeal Cake
After Dinner
Swordfish with Crushed Olives and Oregano
Mains
Lemony Watercress with Raw and Toasted Fennel
Salads
Steamed Broccoli: A Love Letter
Sides
Sticky Roasted Carrots with Citrus and Tahini
Sides
Charred Corn and Scallions with Tomatillo
Salads
Scallops with Spicy Beans, Tomatillo, and Citrus
Mains
Peppers with Yuzu Kosho
Snacks
Celery Salad with Cilantro and Sesame
Salads
Salmon and Soy Citrusy Charred Scallions
Mains
Garlicky Broccoli and Greens with Hazelnut and Coriander
Sides
Citrusy Cucumbers with Red Onion and Toasted Sesame
Salads
Tangy Roasted Mushrooms
Snacks
Buttered Turmeric Rice with Crushed Almonds and Herbs
Sides
Grilled Shrimp with Crushed Fresh Tomatoes and Lots of Lime
Mains
Creamy Sesame Turmeric Dip
Snacks
Overnight Focaccia, Tonight
Snacks
Labne with Sizzled Scallions and Chile (Almost Ranch)
Snacks
Roasted Squash with Yogurt and Spiced, Buttered Pistachios
Mains
One-Pot Chicken with Dates and Caramelized Lemon
Mains
Roasted Radishes with Green Goddess Butter
Sides
Butcher's Steak with Dried Chiles and Salted Peanuts
Mains