Recipes from Chef Nancy Waldeck
April in Paris on Atlanta and Company – Herb Salad and Champagne Dressing
I was so lucky to work in Paris this February - I spoke at Vin Expo/Wine Paris on behalf of the USDA. I shared American wine info at a "Les Talks" during the largest annual conference for wine in France! Yes, it was incredibly fun, and interesting. My mostly French...
Friday Four – Windy Day Warmup Mac and Cheese – 040822
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Windy Day Warmup Mac and Cheese 2 (15 OZ) Cans of Cannellini (White) Beans, drained and rinsed well 1 Cup Non Fat Greek Yogurt ¼ Tsp Cayenne Pepper Sea Salt and Pepper to taste 2 Cups Grated Sharp Cheddar 2 TB Grated Parmesan Cheese 1 Box...
Friday Four – Cast Iron Skillet Roasted Mushrooms and Goat Cheese – 040122
If you are looking for an easy recipe with just a few ingredients that will “knock the socks off” of your diners – look no further.
Spicy Tuesday – Zesty Mushroom Chili – Coriander
We love chili, and this one uses mushrooms instead of meat to give it that tummy-filling body we love. And the addition of the lime juice and zest make it bright tasting and zesty! Although Coriander the spice, and Cilantro the herb, both come from the same plant,...
Friday Four – Northern Italian Style Creamy Polenta and Greens – 032522
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Northern Italian Style Creamy Polenta with Greens 4 Cups Vegetable (or Chicken) Broth 1 Cup Polenta 1/4 Cup Grated Parmigiano Reggiano 1 Large Bunch Broccoli Rabe 2 TB Olive Oil 3 Garlic Cloves, Grated 1/2 Cup Kalamata Olives 2 Roasted Red...
Friday Four – Easy Fish and Fennel Tagine – 031822
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Easy Fish and Fennel Tagine 1 TB Olive Oil 2 Cups Chopped Red Onion 1 Bulb Fennel and stalks, sliced in 2” sticks, fronds reserved for garnish 2 TB Grated Garlic 1 Tsp EACH, Ground Cumin, Coriander, Ginger, Red Chile Flakes 1 (15 OZ) Can Diced...
Spicy Tuesday – Roasted Cauliflower and Peppers with Picada – Parsley
Hold the Corned Beef this year and serve up this fun and beautiful green recipe to celebrate St Patty’s Day. Right? This fun holiday is celebrated the world over. You’ll have to trust me on this one - It sounds really “interesting” with ingredients like unsweetened...
Friday Four – Roasted Red Pepper and Chickpea Quinoa – 031122
St Patricks Day falls on a Thursday this year – so here’s a green and beautiful salad to serve up beside your corned beef – or as the whole meal!
Spicy Tuesday – Warm Roasted Veggie Salad with Herbed Mustard Dressing – Italian Seasoning
Imagine the “oohs and ahhs” from your family and friends when you present this gorgeous platter of color, overflowing with warm veggies bathed in a tangy herb filled dressing. (Not only delectable, but beautiful too!) Welcome to Warm Roasted Veggie Salad, using...
Friday Four – Almost Spring Salsa Topped Chicken – 030422
Only the first weekend of March – but the weather in Georgia is beautiful. Break out the grill and enjoy the sunshine!
Spicy Tuesday – Shrimp Remoulade – Mustard Seeds
If you’ve traveled to the Gulf Coast of Louisiana, Alabama or Mississippi you have probably enjoyed Remoulade. We love the slightly spicy combination of tastes and all the herbs and veggies in it. Remoulade was created in France, in the 1800s. You may think about it...
Friday Four – Creamy Manchego and Shallots Souffles – 022522
You may have heard that soufflés are hard to make, fussy and French and not worth the effort – some recipes may be difficult, but not this one.
Spicy Tuesday – Roasted Beets, Avocado and Toasted Almond Salad – Dill
It’s the end of February, lets eat salad. Salad? Yes! Although we don’t think of salad as a winter dish, with seasonal ingredients, salads can rock the table. We use roasted beets, oranges and spinach or power greens to make the salad beautiful and tasty. Our herb of...
021822 Friday Four – Yummy Veggie, Potato and Poblano Tacos
EASY and Veggie, gluten free when you use gf corn tortillas, and simply delicious – these tacos may find a place in your regular rotation!
Friday Four – Chocolate Chili Pecan Cake – 021122
With Super Bowl excitement on Sunday, and Valentine’s Day on Tuesday – you need a yummy sweet treat to share with family and friends! This one is perfect❤️
Spicy Tuesday – Oatmeal Crusted Pizza – Italian Seasoning
Here’s a recipe perfect for tonight AND for the big game on Sunday. You know when you just crave the ooey gooey messy goodness of pizza? Here’s a way to enjoy the best of toppings on your pizza without having lots of dough to eat, too! This pizza is crusty and easy...
Friday Four – Slow Cooker or InstaPot Spiced Cauliflower and Sweet Potatoes – 020422
Warm comfort food that full of flavor – spicy but not hot! The perfect antidote to a rainy winter day!
Spicy Tuesday – Smoky Tomato Soup with Roasted Parsnip and Carrot Croutons – Tarragon
Happy Winter Soup Weather! We love tomato soup of all kinds, but this easy and delicious soup with its brilliant red color with fun veggie croutons is perfect to share during the week. Tarragon adds a distinctive flavor to this delicious creamy soup. We don’t use it...
Friday Four – South American Inspired Seafood Soup – 012822
Chilly days call for rich, warm soup dinners. This one makes a generous 8 servings, more for leftovers or the freezer!
Spicy Tuesday – Provençal Greens Soup – Herbes de Provence
Not need to plan for a pot on the stove for long - this is a less-than-thirty-minute soup, full of flavor from the veggies and herbs we add to it. I love using the spice blend, Herbes de Provence, and always keep a jar of it in my spice cabinet. Herbes de Provence...