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