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A
Acid, boosting flavors with, 27
Anchovies, Beluga Lentil Soup with, 231–32
Andy-owned dinners, 51–56
Andy’s Homemade Chicken Stock, 289
Andy’s Manhattan, 136, 137
Apple(s)
Butternut Squash Soup with, 101–2
Curried Chicken with, 14–15
and Fennel Slaw, 243
“Gazette” (aka Galette), 263–64
and Onions, Mustardy Pork Chops with, 220–21
Potatoes, and Onions, Baked Sausage with, 109
Apricot-Mustard Baked Chicken, 132, 133
Arroz con Polio, 52–53
Artichokes
and Spinach, Spaghetti with, 120–21
stocking pantry with, 120
Arugula
Parmesan, Lemon, and Ricotta, White Pizza with, 275, 278–79
and Prosciutto, Flatbread Pizza with, 135
Asparagus
with Chopped Egg and Onion, 241–42
Fish Presents, 169–70
Two-bowl Chopped Salads, 161–63
Assumed Stay-at-Homer, 104
Avocado(s)
and Black Bean Salad, Fried Flounder with, 143–44
Dinnertime Breakfast Burritos, 115–16
and Pickled Onions, Kale with, 249–50
Taco Soup, 159–60
Two-bowl Chopped Salads, 161–63
Awkward Silence strategy, 253
B
The Babbo Cookbook (Batali), 225
Baby books, 123–28
Back-Pocket Recipes, 74–78
Bacon
adding to risotto, 76
Chicken with Bacon-y Brussels Sprouts, 156
-Corn Hash, 29
and Leeks, Homemade Fettuccine with, 228–30
Two-bowl Chopped Salads, 161–63
Balsamic Vinaigrette, 163
Barbecue Salmon, Sweet, 215
Barbecue Sauce, 238
Barefoot Contessa Cookbook (Garten), 47
Barley Salad, Herbed, 245
Basil
Baked Chicken in Creamy Tomato Sauce, 267
-Corn-Tomato Salad, Simple, 241
Pan-fried Hawaiian Pizza, 280, 281
BBQ Chicken, 238
BBQ Ribs, 239–40
Bean(s). See also Green beans
Black, and Avocado Salad, Fried Flounder with, 143–44
Black, Burritos, 53–55
Chickpea Fries, 210–11
Dinnertime Breakfast Burritos, 115–16
Turkey Chili, 100
White, and Tomato Soup, 292–93
White, Kale, and Sausage Stew, 250–51
Beef
Emily’s Meat Loaf, 20–21
Great-Grandma Turano’s Meatballs, 194–97, 195
Lazy Bolognese, 98–99
Porcupine Meatballs, 17–21
Short Ribs, Braised, 40–41
Stew, Belgian, 265–66
Swedish Meatballs, 197–98
Tony’s Steak, 172, 173
Beer
Belgian Beef Stew, 265–66
Dark & Stormy, 136, 137
Beets and Goat Cheese “Fluff,” 241
Belgian Beef Stew, 265–66
Beluga Lentil Soup with Anchovies, 231–32
Birthdays, holidays, and celebrations. See also Entertaining
including children at, 177–78
recording details about, 44–45
at restaurants, 80
Bolognese, Lazy, 98–99
Bourbon
Andy’s Manhattan, 136, 137
-Marinated Grilled Pork Tenderloin, 71–72
Branding strategies for reluctant eaters, 171
Bread knives, 25
Breads. See also Tortillas
Devika’s Roti, 145–47
Flatbread Pizza with Arugula and Prosciutto, 135
Grilled, 244–45
no-knead, recipes for, 268–69
Broccoli
adding to Back-Pocket Pasta, 78
Crispy, and Sausage, Orecchiette with, 157
Browning and searing foods, 26–27
Brussels Sprouts
adding to Back-Pocket Pasta, 78
Bacon-y, Chicken with, 156
Bulgur wheat
Lamb Kibbeh with Mint-Yogurt Sauce, 81–82
Burgers
Lamb Sliders, 206–7
Turkey, California-style, 208
Burritos
Black Bean, 53–55
Dinnertime Breakfast, 115–16
how to fold, 55
Butter
cooking with, 27, 112
organic, buying, 112
Buttermilk Oven-fried Chicken with Rainbow Salad, 165–66
C
Cabbage
Mexi-Slaw, 237, 243
Old-Fashioned Coleslaw, 242
Pomegranate Pork Loin with, 37–38, 39
Rainbow Salad, 166
Cacio e Pepe, 134
California-style Turkey Burgers, 208
Carrot(s)
Belgian Beef Stew, 265–66
Roast Chicken, 287–88
Casserole with lid, 25
Cauliflower, adding to Back-Pocket Pasta, 78
Chard
and Ricotta Omelet, 114–15
Sautéed, with Horseradish, 243
Cheese
Back-Pocket Pasta with Herbs and Bread Crumbs, 78
Baked Ziti with Sausage and Vegetables, 41–42
Black Bean Burritos, 53–55
Cacio e Pepe, 134
Devika’s Chicken Pizza, 148
Dinnertime Breakfast Burritos, 115–16
Flatbread Pizza with Arugula and Prosciutto, 135
Goat, “Fluff” and Beets, 241
Greek-Style Shrimp with Feta, 70
Grilled Chicken Mediterranean Plate, 160–61
Mushroom and Onion Pizza on Whole Wheat Crust, 273–76
Pan-fried Hawaiian Pizza, 280, 281
Parmesan, buying, 112–13
Ricotta and Chard Omelet, 114–15
Salad Pizza, 276–77
Sausage and Ricotta Pizza, 272, 274
Spinach, Tomato, and Feta Frittata, 117–18
stuffing meat loaf with, 20
Taco Soup, 159–60
Two-bowl Chopped Salads, 161–63
White Pizza with Arugula Parmesan, Lemon, and Ricotta, 275, 278–79
Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Caramelized Onions, Spinach, and Parmesan, 204
Zucchini and Feta Pizza, 277–78
Chef’s knives, 25
Chicken
Arroz con Polio, 53–53
Back-Pocket Tacos, 77
with Bacon-y Brussels Sprouts, 156
Baked, Apricot-Mustard, 132, 133
Baked, in Creamy Tomato Sauce, 267
BBQ, 238
breasts, pounding thin, 12
Buttermilk Oven-fried, with Rainbow Salad, 165–66
Curried, with Apples, 14–15
Cutlets, Breaded (aka Grandma Jody’s Chicken), 11–12, 13
Grilled, Mediterranean Plate, 160–61
Grilled, Yogurt-Marinated, 264–65
Monogrammed Mini Pot Pies, 174–75, 175
nuggets, homemade, 113–14
nuggets, serving to kids, 110–11
Peanut Butter Noodles, 261–63, 262
Pizza, Devika’s, 148
Pot Pie with Sweet Potatoes, 33–34
Roast, 287–88
Soup with Orzo, 290–91, 291
Stock, Andy’s Homemade, 289
Taco Soup, 159–60
Thighs, Pan-roasted, with Braised Leeks, 282–84
Two-bowl Chopped Salads, 161–63
Chicken sausages
Chickpea Fries, 210–11
Children
and bedtimes, 395
developmental milestones, 189
dinner conversation with, 252–53
and entertaining, logistics of, 177–85, 184–85
establishing rituals for, 93–94
having two under age two, 123–37
at holiday parties, 177–78
leaving, when going to work, 92
second-born, 149–66
sharing responsibility for, 104–6
very young, and dinner routines, 93–94, 294
Children, and new foods. See Reluctant eaters
Chili, Turkey, 100
Chips for Details game, 193
Chocolate
Icebox Cookies, Mexican, 72–74
Playdate Cookies, 139–41, 140
Citrus Vinaigrette, 163
Clams, Spaghetti with (and Extras), 56
Classic Italian Cookbook (Hazan), 48
Clean-Up Duty, 108
Cocktails
Andy’s Manhattan, 136, 137
Dark & Stormy, 136, 137
as evening ritual, 66
Jenny’s Gin and Tonic, 136, 137
Martini, 136, 137
mock, during pregnancy, 103
and New Parenthood, 128, 136, 137
Coconut milk
Curried Chicken with Apples, 14–15
Thai-ish Salmon, 215–16
Control freaks, 254–60
Conversation, mealtime, 252–53
Cookbooks
collecting, 45–49
signature recipes from, 225
Cookies
Mexican Chocolate Icebox, 72–74
Play date, 139–41, 140
Cooking techniques and tips adding acidity to dishes, 27
adding milk to hot liquids, 33
browning and searing, 26–27
choosing simple recipes, 27, 297
cooking with butter, 27
deglazing, 27
flattening chicken breasts, 12
grilling foods, 246–47
thawing spinach quickly, 122
Corn
-Bacon Hash, 39
Black Bean Burritos, 53–55
Rainbow Salad, 166
Salmon Salad, 62–63, 64–65
Spaghetti with Clams (and Extras), 56
-Tomato-Basil Salad, Simple, 241
Two-bowl Chopped Salads, 161–63
Cucumbers
Grilled Chicken Mediterranean Plate, 160–61
Lamb Kibbeh with Mint-Yogurt Sauce, 81–82
Peanut Butter Noodles, 261–63, 262
Salmon Salad, 62–63, 64–65
Curried dishes
Curried Chicken with Apples, 14–15
Thai-ish Salmon, 215–16
Customizing strategies for reluctant eaters, 172–74
D
Dark & Stormy, 136, 137
Dear Grill-o-phobe, 246–47
Deconstructed Dinners, 158–63
Deglazing, 27
Denial and self-delusion strategies, 202–3
Desserts
addiction to, 67
Apple “Gazette” (aka Galette), 263–64
Grilled Peaches, 72
Mexican Chocolate Icebox Cookies, 72–74
Playdate Cookies, 139–41, 140
Devika’s Chicken Pizza, 148
Devika’s Boti, 145–47
Dinner: A Love Story (blog), xix–xx, 259–60
Dinner Diary, xvi, xx, 7–10
Dip, Todd’s Minty Pea, 230–31
Drinks. See Cocktails
Dumplings, Pork, 141–42
Dutch ovens, 24
E
Egg(s)
Chopped, and Onion, Asparagus with, 241–42
Dinnertime Breakfast Burritos, 115–16
Fried, Spinach, and Soy Sauce, Quinoa with, 121
keeping fridge stocked with, 120
organic, flavor of, 110–14
and Potato Salad, Classic, 244
Ricotta and Chard Omelet, 114–15
Spaghetti Omelet, 122
Spinach, Tomato, and Feta Frittata, 117–18
Two-bowl Chopped Salads, 161–63
Emily’s Meat Loaf, 20–21
Entertaining
food snobs, 221–25
make-ahead meals, 37–42
post-children, 177–85, 184–85
pre-children, 34–45
rules for, 36–37, 43–45
seasonal menus for, 224
Equipment, essential, 22–25
Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking (Hazan), 235
F
Family Dinner, 189–298
committing to, 164, 293–94
conversations at, 252–53
cooking to the “weakest link,” 199
denial and self-delusion strategies, 202–3
early years routine, 191–94
entertaining guests, 221–25
general guidelines for, 294–98
having a sense of control over, 254–60
homemade breads and pizza, 268–69
homemade stock and love, 284–87
importance of rituals, 218–19
introducing kale to kids, 248–49
introducing salmon to kids, 213–14
keeping it in perspective, 297–98
most popular blog recipes, 261–67
pasta night with friends, 226–28
psychological strategies for the cook, 199–203
successful, criteria for, 295–96
transitioning from kid to grown-up food, 205–6
vacation cooking, 232–36
very first (Meatball Milestone), 189–91
Fast Food Nation (Schlosser), 111
Fennel and Apple Slaw, 243
Fettuccine, Homemade, with Leeks and Bacon, 228–30
The Fine Art of Italian Cooking (Bugialli), 48, 225
Fish. See also Shellfish
Beluga Lentil Soup with Anchovies, 231–32
browning and searing, 26–27
Cakes, 58–60, 59
Fried Flounder with Black Bean and Avocado Salad, 143–44
Grilled, Tacos, 237, 239
Grilled, with Smoked Paprika Butter, 240
Pan-Fried, Sandwiches, 209
Presents, 169–70
Royal Salmon with Yogurt-Mustard-Dill Sauce, 214
Salmon Salad, 62–63, 64–65
Sweet Barbecue Salmon, 215
Thai-ish Salmon, 215–16
Flanagan, Gaitlin, 90
Flatbread Pizza with Arugula and Prosciutto, 135
Flounder, Fried, with Black Bean and Avocado Salad, 143–44
Food snobs, 221–25
Freezing foods, 98
Fries
Chickpea, 310–11
Spicy Oven, 311
Zucchini (aka “Green French Fries”), 212
Frittata, Spinach, Tomato, and Feta, 117–18
Fruits. See also specific fruits
Two-bowl Chopped Salads, 161–63
G
Garlic Vinaigrette, 163
Gifts, registering for, 22–25
Gilchrist, Ellen, 89
Gin
Martini, 136, 137
and Tonic, Jenny’s, 136, 137
Gourmet magazine, 50
The Gourmet Cookbook (Reichl), 48
Grains
Arroz con Pollo, 52–53
Back-Pocket Risotto, 76
Herbed Barley Salad, 245
Lamb Kibbeh with Mint-Yogurt Sauce, 81–82
Porcupine Meatballs, 17–21
Quinoa with Fried Egg, Spinach, and Soy Sauce, 121
Roast Vegetables with Polenta, 60–61
Great-Grandma Turano’s Meatballs, 194–97, 195
Greek-Style Shrimp with Feta, 70
Green beans
Fish Presents, 169–70
Salmon Salad, 62–63, 64–65
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Greens. See also Cabbage; Spinach
Crispy Kale, 244
Fish Presents, 169–70
Flatbread Pizza with Arugula and Prosciutto, 135
introducing kale to kids, 248–49
Kale, Sausage, and White Bean Stew, 250–51
Kale with Avocado and Pickled Onions, 249–50
Ricotta and Chard Omelet, 114–15
Salad Pizza, 276–77
Sautéed Chard with Horseradish, 243
Two-bowl Chopped Salads, 161–63
White Pizza with Arugula, Parmesan, Lemon, and Ricotta, 275, 278–79
Guilt, 6, 90, 92, 255–56, 258–59, 294
H
Ham
Pan-fried Hawaiian Pizza, 280, 281
Happy Birthday Scallops, 26–29
Hawaiian Pizza, Pan-fried, 280, 281
Herbed Barley Salad, 245
Hominy
Taco Soup, 159–60
Horseradish, Sautéed Chard with, 243
How to Cook Everything (Bittman), 48, 50
How to Cook Everything Vegetarian (Bittman), 48
J
Jenny-owned dinners, 57–65
Jenny’s Gin and Tonic, 136, 137
Just Married, 3–82
collecting cookbooks, 45–49
cooking classes, 26–29
cooking old family recipes, 15–21
developing no-recipe meals, 74–78
entertaining (pre-children), 34–45
equality-minded marriages, 3–6
essential kitchen equipment, 22–25
first recipes made, 11–15
learning to cook, 6–11
literary debut dinner party, 30–34
making and “owning” recipes, 5o-65
meeting talented cooks, 68–74
spousal influences, 66–67
undercover restaurant dinners, 79–82
K
Kale
with Avocado and Pickled Onions, 249–50
Crispy, 244
Fish Presents, 169–70
introducing, to kids, 248–49
Sausage, and White Bean Stew, 250–51
Two-bowl Chopped Salads, 161–63
Kibbeh, Lamb, with Mint-Yogurt Sauce, 81–82
Kitchen equipment, 22–25
Kitchen heart-sinkers, 108
Knives, 25
L
Lamb
Chops, 155
Kibbeh with Mint-Yogurt Sauce, 81–82
Sliders, 206–7
Lazy Bolognese, 98–99
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