by Rita Anthony | May 30, 2026 | Savory Saturday
This week, I’m highlighting Romano beans, also known as Italian flat green beans. If you’ve only ever used traditional green beans, Romano beans are worth a try. They are wider and flatter than regular green beans, with a tender texture and a rich,...
by Rita Anthony | May 23, 2026 | Savory Saturday
This Savory Saturday recipe is simple, comforting and perfect for this time of year. Tender potatoes tossed with crisp green beans and fresh herbs in a light, flavorful dressing. Comforting but still fresh and bright. This is one of those dishes that feels satisfying...
by Rita Anthony | May 9, 2026 | Savory Saturday
Good Morning! Sometimes the best way to show gratitude is through something warm, comforting and made with love. With Mother’s Day tomorrow, I wanted to re-share one of my favorite dishes, my Lentil & Mushroom Loaf. The earthy mushrooms, savory lentils and...
by Rita Anthony | May 2, 2026 | Savory Saturday
Good Morning! Some ingredients show up in the store more often lately, but not everyone knows what to do with them. Lemongrass is one of them. Commonly used in Thai cooking, especially in dishes like red curry, lemongrass brings a fresh, citrusy aroma with a subtle...
by Rita Anthony | Apr 18, 2026 | Savory Saturday
Some of the most interesting flavors come from the smallest ingredients. Nigella seeds (also known as kalonji) are tiny black seeds with a slightly oniony taste and a hint of bitterness, subtle, but enough to completely change the flavor of a dish. They’ve been used...
by Rita Anthony | Apr 11, 2026 | Savory Saturday
For this Savory Saturday, I wanted to share something simple, something a bit old-fashioned in the best way. Long hot peppers are one of those ingredients that you’ve probably passed by in the produce section and wondered what these long, sometimes very curly peppers...
