When it’s too hot to cook, this tomato and peach panzenella is my go-to favorite meal. It’s full of peak summer flavor, tangy dressing, and cubes of sourdough that soak up all the delicious flavors of the salad. Panzanella is a traditional bread salad from Tuscany, designed to use up stale bread. It’s refreshing, simple to…
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Continue ReadingOne of the best things about this time of year right at the start of Autumn is soaking up all the end of season tomatoes and peppers. Since it’s officially cozy season, what better way to enjoy them than in a soup?! This tomato and sweet pepper soup is the perfect way to use up the…
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Continue ReadingEvery summer I’m absolutely entranced by all the colors of tomatoes and peppers that pop up at the markets. Here in Los Angeles, we’re lucky that nightshade season bleeds well into Autumn, so we can enjoy these beauties for some extra time during the year. This skillet cornbread with tomato pepper jam recipe is a celebration…
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Continue ReadingThe summer months can make the kitchen feel a bit daunting, when you’re battling high temperatures from every angle. Pasta is one of my favorite things to make when I want to make something delicious, satisfying, and impressive, with relatively minimal work (and no oven!!). This recipe takes advantage of peak tomato season to make a…
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Continue ReadingI’ll admit I am a late-stage tomato convert. Growing up, I was never a fan of tomatoes, particularly raw ones. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve come to appreciate these magnificent gems, and all of their uses in the kitchen. One of my favorite ways to celebrate the arrival of summer is with this caramelized onion and…