Try this delicious winter dish, which is typical of Basilicata in the south of Italy. Nancy Brussat‘s blog is a great source of fabulous Italian recipes and great writing about her journeys in Italy and the beginnings of Convito. A hearty red wine, like Gattinara by Travaglini, one of Convito’s favorites ($34), would be perfect […]
When it comes to beautiful, healthy skin, hair and nails, the old adage “you are what you eat” definitely rings true. Breakouts, inflammation, brittle nails and dull hair can be improved just by making better food choices. Dermatologist Jordan Carqueville of The Skin Care Center in Glenview and Chicago explains, “Foods containing natural antioxidants help reduce […]
Kale is known for its exceptional nutrient richness, health benefits and delicious flavor—although kids might argue otherwise. Kale can taste bitter and be hard for kids to handle, and there’s no fooling them when you try to slip it in a side salad at dinner. This leafy green is low in calories and high […]
I’ll be the first to come out and say that I don’t really like kale. I’ve tried, being that it’s the sexy green of the moment, but I can’t get past the tough texture and dirt-like flavor. This is why I was surprised when I found myself buying a huge bunch of it at the […]
Boiled greens are a tough sell. Kids claim they’re slimy, so instead, try crisping kale in a hot oven. Totally different texture and the crunchy bunches are fun to dip in fondue. Serves: 6 Prep time: 5 min. Cook time: 10 min. Ingredients 1 bunch of kale (enough for 6-8 cups of leaves) 2-3 tbsp. […]
