Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil Club

Trinxat de Col (Potato and Cabbage Cakes with Bacon)

Think of this as a kind of Spanish potato pancake—comfort food at its best, with potatoes, cabbage (or kale), and bacon. Traditionally, it’s served as a frying pan–sized cake. But individual servings are easier to manage and look beautiful on a plate. Ingredients Directions Step 1 Bring a large pot of salted water to a […]

Oven Roasted Broccoli with Serrano Crisps

Many supermarkets now sell broccoli crowns—the top few inches of the bunch. While I don’t mind trimming off and peeling the lower part of the stalks (they’re great in stir-fries), the convenience of the crowns is appealing. A dusting of crisp serrano ham bits takes this easy side dish over the top. Ingredients Directions Step […]

Almond Orange Cake

This is a very moist, gluten-free single-layer cake topped with sautéed orange slices. A mix of oranges, such as blood orange, mandarin, and Cara Cara, slightly overlapping atop the cake, creates a beautiful presentation. Tip: Zest the oranges you’ll sauté for the topping and use the zest in the batter. Ingredients For the batter: For […]

Mixed Green Salad with Citrus and Sherry Vinaigrette

This salad received rave reviews when I brought it to a neighbor’s dinner party. I’m sure amazon (dot) com noticed a run on Marcona almonds and Spanish guindillo peppers in the days that followed! Ingredients For the salad: For the vinaigrette: Directions Step 1 Using a small sharp knife, slice the top and bottom off […]