Side
Gratin of Endive and Ham
Gratins feature a crust of melted cheese and sometimes breadcrumbs. Serve with good bread and a salad for lunch or a light dinner.
Lustrous Leeks
Leave the roots on the leeks while simmering them so they don't fall apart. Afterward, trim off the roots very close to the bulb end.
Polenta with Salt Codfish
By James Beard
Caper-Saffron Mayonnaise
Offer this colorful condiment with assorted grilled vegetables or grilled tuna. It's also great when paired with fried calamari or used in tuna or potato salad.
Sweet Potato Pudding
By Eloise Davison
Polenta with Spinach
By James Beard
Red Beans and Rice
Garlic bread is perfect on the side. You can find Creole or Cajun seasoning in the spice section of most supermarkets.
By Sandi Nelson
Baking Powder Biscuits
This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
These tender biscuits are especially light when made with cake flour.