"chicken marbella" news and stories

Had a party lately? If you served a bowl of olives, chances are you've got leftovers. Here, some creative ways to use them.

The Silver Palate Cookbook, by Julee Rosso and Sheila Lukins, has become one of the classic, must-have cookbooks since it was first published 1979 (I am the same age as this book). So many of the recipes in this book have become standards in the repertoires of home cooks across the country and world. I remember reading a newspaper article about this book several years ago, when people were first starting to celebrate its 25th anniversary. The article recounted stories all about the experiences people have had with Chicken Marbella, one of the signature dishes from the Silver Palate. Just last night, I had dinner at my cousins' house, and was served an updated version of that recipe.

In addition to Chicken Marbella, this book is chock full of dependable, tasty recipes. I'm particularly attached to the stew section and I also enjoy that the chapter entitled "Great Garden Vegetables" is broken down by individual type of vegetable.

This book also makes a really terrific gift for the burgeoning cook in your life, because the instructions are clearly written and easy to follow. Happy cooking!

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• This guy makes green beans pickled with soy sauce and wasabi, smokra (which is okra with smokey paprika), and rosemary-scented pickled beets.
• This isn't your typical veggie burger.
• An interview with Barbara Kingsolver about her new food book.
• More books: it's the silver anniversary of The Silver Palate Cookbook.
• This week's recipes: Bulgur Wheat Salad, Imperial Asparagus, Chicken Marbella, Rougaille Beef, and Brownies.