Tag Archive 'Vegetables'

Mar 19 2009

Green Beans with Caramelized Shallots

Published by under Low-Carb,Side Dish,Spring,Vegetarian

Green Beans and Caramelized Shallots

I realize that my Bistro has been lacking in vegetable posts. It really wasn’t intentional, it’s just such a difficult time of year in the produce department. Wisconsin has such a short growing season, so when it comes to local produce, I’m pretty much stuck with fruits and vegetables that store well (winter squash, carrots, […]

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Mar 17 2009

Saffron Risotto with Butternut Squash

Saffron Risotto with Butternut Squash

I have to admit, I was prepared to not like this dish. I’ve only recently started dabbling in the world of butternut squash, but I do love risotto and was very interested in trying this recipe. I did, however, have my usual bacon reservations. In this recipe, I was afraid the bacon would flavor the […]

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Mar 06 2009

Taco Party

Taco Salad

When I was in elementary school, we all looked forward to taco day for the school’s hot lunch program. The school tacos were not only edible, they were actually good. I still haven’t gotten over my love of tacos: they are easy to make, they are fast, just about everyone loves them, and the meat […]

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Feb 26 2009

French Onion Soup

Published by under Soup

French Onion Soup

I have somewhat of a fascination with French bistro cooking, which may have been obvious considering the name of this blog. Perhaps it’s the thought of eating in a cozy little bistro, the idea of getting a homey meal when eating out, or simply that it’s far removed from the perceived glamour of French cooking. […]

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