Grits and Grillades
Grits and Grillades are the classiest and most comforting of all brunch dishes in New Orleans. It’s pieces of beef cooked in the most flavorful and complex of gravies. While tomato sauce takes the back seat, it creates depth of flavor and cloves gives it the unexpected hint of sweet and bitter that warms the soul on the greyest of winter days.
Beef and Beet Stew
It’s deep and decadent like the best of beef stews but also has a subtle sweetness and lightness, thanks to the beets. The combination creates the perfect bridge food between wanting the depth and comfort of winter food, but the air is a bit too warm.
Farre or Dressing
Dressing was always one of my favorites during the holidays. It's rich, comforting, and flavorful. Pair it with roux peas and it’s a match made in heaven.
Nutmeg Meatballs with Tahini Roux and Pomegranate Sauce
These meatballs are fun and exciting and will keep you talking for days. Nutmeg brings out the sweetness in beef, tahini makes it warm and inviting, and cilantro keeps it fresh.
Spiced Flank Steak with Roasted Snap Beans and Browned Butter Soy Sauce
The snap beans shine with a deep sweetness from being roasted while maintaining structure, the ginger in the beans brings brightness to the flank steak that is grounded with cumin, coriander, and cinnamon. It all ties together with a sauce that brings nuttiness and richness to the dish. I usually chop up roasted peanuts to bring a little crunch, but I forgot to add them when I took the photo. Se la vie. It happens.
Hummus Kawarma
Light and bright hummus paired with the deep notes of spicy beef is God’s answer to summer comfort food
Zucchini Boats
They were delicious. Jumbo zucchini can be desirable. If you’re the kind of gardener who is always at the top of their game and picks zucchini when they’re small, resist the urge and let a few go wild. You won’t be disappointed.
Beef and Corn Meatballs with Roasted Pepper Sauce
These meatballs are special because they include charred corn and roasted red pepper sauce. They’re beautiful and look fancier than the amount of work it takes to make.