Category Archives: Potluck

Thai Chicken and Rice Noodle Salad

Posted on July 13, 2015 by Allison Woods

  I’m not going to bore you with a bunch of flowery talk about how good this salad is—there are plenty of people already doing that kind of writing. This delicious and healthy salad keeps in the fridge for about … Continue reading →

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Impromptu: Golden Beet Salad

Posted on May 20, 2014 by Allison Woods

I threw this parts-bin special together after scoring some gorgeous organic golden beets at Ballard Market last week. My cooking method for the beets is as follows: Give them a light scrub, then place in a loaf pan. Cover with … Continue reading →

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Cippolini en Agrodolce

Posted on March 2, 2014 by Allison Woods

12-15 small Cippolini (larger ones can be halved or quartered) 3 T evoo salt & freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup red wine vinegar 2 T aged balsamic vinegar Preheat oven to 400F. Place onions in a bowl of cold water … Continue reading →

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Hummus

Posted on February 23, 2014 by Allison Woods

Hummus is a delicious snack that’s easy to make and good for you. Don’t buy the stuff in the deli aisle, throw together your own in 5 minutes. Ingredients: couple cloves of garlic 1 can garbanzo beans, drained  (or soak … Continue reading →

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Shepherd’s Pie

Posted on December 3, 2013 by Allison Woods

Upon finding myself with a shit-ton of root vegetables and some leftover mashed potatoes from Thanksgiving, I decided to make my first Shepherd’s Pie. It’s not especially difficult, but I haven’t made it, and when I get it in restaurants, … Continue reading →

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German Goulash

Posted on November 10, 2013 by Allison Woods

I heavily adapted this recipe from one I found online when faced with the challenge of cooking for a German-themed potluck. olive oil 2 # stew beef 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 large onions, diced 2 large carrots, sliced (peel … Continue reading →

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German-inspired slaw

Posted on November 10, 2013 by Allison Woods

I put this together when my CSA sent me a giant, perfect head of red cabbage, and I had an invite to a German-themed potluck. It is a simple riff, but good enough to write it down. Nothing is set … Continue reading →

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Roasted Radicchio with Anchovy Vinaigrette, Preserved Lemon, and Breadcrumbs

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Allison Woods

I had this at Delancey. it was so good that I looked for a recipe online, and lo, Delancey co-owner Molly Wizenberg had shared it with the readers of Bon Appetit. With any luck, by giving proper credit, I’m not … Continue reading →

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Charred Carrots with Griddled Goat Cheese

Posted on November 10, 2012 by Allison Woods

OMFG this is delicious.   For the carrots: 1 bunch of carrots (about 1 pound, or about 8 large carrots)   1 tablespoon olive oil   Coarse salt For the vinaigrette: 2-3 tablespoons good-quality apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup olive … Continue reading →

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Curried Chicken with Lentils

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Allison Woods

I picked up this recipe at Central Market the other day. They were making it in their little demo kitchen. I was a little nonplussed about the lentils, but curry makes everything taste good. This one-pot dish is insanely delicious … Continue reading →

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