Four Ways to Savor the Week
The Friday Four
The Friday Four is Nancy’s signature weekly note—delivered straight to your inbox. Just four things, thoughtfully chosen: a vibrant, healthy recipe, a smart kitchen tip, a creative spark, and a wine find worth sipping.
Friday Four – Sopa Verde – Portuguese Kale and White Bean Soup
Think you can’t find a delicious wine to enjoy with this soup for $10? Think again!
Friday Four – Cast Iron Skillet Broccoli Parmesean Gratin
We often think of Willamette Valley as Pinot Noir, but excellent Chardonnay is made in Oregon, too.
Friday Four – Christmas Cake
Have you ever tried to drink a glass of crisp dry wine with dessert?
Friday Four – Northern Italian Inspired Mushroom Pasta
Sangiovese, the most widely planted grape in Italy is used to make this intensely dark cherry, spicy and delicious red wine.
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No. 1 : Quick Recipe Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Charred Tomato and Tomatillo Salsa 1 TB Hot Sauce 1/2 Tsp Ancho Chili Powder 1/2 Tsp Cumin 2 TB Lime Juice 1 TB Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) ½ Tsp Sea Salt 1 LB Medium or Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined 8 Corn...
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No. 1 : Quick Recipe Simply Summer Fruit TartsCrust 1 Package Active Dry Yeast ¼ Cup Warm Water (about 105F) 2 Cups Whole Wheat Pastry Flour ¼ Cup Raw Sugar 1 Tsp Salt ¾ Cup Butter cut into ½” pieces 1 Large Egg, lightly beaten 1 Tsp Vanilla *Bench Flour Fruit...
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