Bean and Legume
Green Pea Ravioli in Lemon Broth
Active time: 35 min Start to finish: 35 min
White Beans with Lemon and Dill
In just minutes, you've got a sophisticated accompaniment to steak, lamb, grilled fish or roast chicken.
Veal Rib Eye with Ragoût of Pearl Onions, Peas and Artichokes
Ask your butcher to bone the veal for you. Start marinating it a day ahead.
Turkey Cutlets with Springtime Vegetables
Marinate thinly sliced radishes and sweet onions in a Sherry vinaigrette for a side salad. Serve coarsely mashed potatoes with the turkey, and for dessert, layer strawberry ice cream with sugared strawberries in large wineglasses.
Sauteed Chick-Peas with Cinnamon and Fresh Coriander
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Ambila Chicken
(Braised Chicken with Chilies and Chinese Long Beans)
The intoxicating seasoning paste in this Eurasian stew may be used to flavor chicken, beef, lamb, or seafood.
Green Beans with Red Onion and Olives
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Lobster and Confetti Vegetable Salad
The lobster and vegetables are tossed with an orange, shallot and tarragon dressing, then served over mixed green. Offer lavash crackers and white wine spritzers.
Buckwheat Pasta Primavera
Buckwheat noodles give this classic spring pasta dish a nifty twist. Uncork your favorite Chardonnay.
Lobster Salad with Curried Mango Dressing
When you want to put on the "dog" but not the fat, try this colorful salad.
Buttered Peas
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Bruschetta with White Beans, Tomatoes and Olives
A terrific appetizer for parties.
Mediterranean Salad
Pick up stuffed grape leaves, marinated mushrooms and crusty bread from the deli to round out the menu. Finish with an almond tart and brandied espresso.