1. In a small, dry saucepan over medium-low heat, toast the saffron for 2 to 3 minutes, shaking the pan, or until fragrant. Add the stock and turn the heat to medium-high. Bring to a boil and turn off ...

Deciding on the right side dish to serve is sometimes more challenging than choosing an entree. I lean heavily on the versatile pilaf: a rice dish cooked with vegetables, beans and/or spices. Here, a ...

Note: Kombu (also known as kelp) is a type of sea vegetable, available in food co-ops. Butternut squash (or another winter squash) could be substituted for the kabocha squash. To toast the pine nuts ...

1. Set the oven at 400 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. Halve the eggplants lengthwise. Without piercing the skin, score the cut sides with deep, diagonal cuts in a ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Yield: 6 servings ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 6 small plum tomatoes (may substitute Kumato tomatoes) ½ ...