Roasted nuts and citrus is the match made in heaven we don't talk about enough. This combination is all about harmonious contrast, in which depth and vibrancy perfectly align. It wakes up the palate ...

Roasted green beans with almonds and lemon are anything but boring. The roasting process enhances their natural sweetness, giving them a crisp-tender bite. The almonds add a satisfying crunch, while ...

Knowing how to roast nuts is an easy skill that can make your midmorning snack taste 10 times better. Once you master the basics, you can make your own roasted pecans, roasted almonds, roasted peanuts ...

FARGO — I adore finger foods, also known as small plates, tapas, or, in Italian, cicchetti. On a recent trip to the Twin Cities, I enjoyed a wonderful dinner at Broders’ Pasta Bar in south Minneapolis ...

What makes these nutty, crunchy biscotti oustanding is the addition of crumbled almond paste and sugar in the dough, along with chopped unsalted, dry-roasted almonds. The almond paste is whirred in a ...

Aside from the price and the cachet, Champagne is one of life’s simplest pleasures -- just lifting a glass is a mood-altering experience. But it brings out the Gaudi in hosts. Who doesn’t want to take ...

Za’atar is a traditional Middle Eastern spice blend that combines thyme, oregano, sumac and sesame seeds. Add it to almonds for a tangy, nutty bite. If you already have a prepared za’atar spice blend ...

Dear Alma: This handsome onion dish is from Suzanne Tracht at Jar. It makes a memorable accompaniment to roasts of all kinds and isn’t hard to do. Coarsely grind the almonds in a food processor. Add ...

The trouble with cranberries at the Thanksgiving table is that they so often end up alone. These wonderfully tart and sweet berries generally are relegated to a sauce. If they are luckily, they might ...