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Artichokes

Sherry pairs well with artichokes because it has the acidity, nuttiness, and oxidative complexity needed to counteract the bitter compounds in artichokes.

Fried Okra

Grenache pairs well with fried okra because its juicy red fruit, spice, and bright acidity cut through the crispy, fried texture while enhancing the okra’s earthy flavors.

Sausage with Mashed Potatoes

Grenache pairs well with sausage and mashed potatoes because its fruit-forward, spicy, and medium-bodied profile complements the savory, fatty richness of the sausage while balancing the creaminess of the mash with its bright acidity and soft tannins.

Aloo Gabi

Aloo Gobi is a popular Indian vegetarian dish consisting of potatoes (aloo) and cauliflower (gobi) that are cooked together with a blend of aromatic spices and seasonings. The dish is typically prepared by sautéing the potatoes and cauliflower in a mixture of spices like cumin, turmeric, coriander, and garam masala, along with ingredients such as ginger, garlic, and tomatoes. Aloo Gobi can be customized to suit different regional variations in India, but it is generally known for its comforting and flavorful combination of tender potatoes and cauliflower, making it a staple in Indian cuisine. It is often served with rice or Indian bread, such as naan or roti.

Asparagus

A tall plant of the lily family with fine feathery foliage, cultivated for its edible shoots.

Zucchini Blossoms

ucchini flowers (also called zucchini blossoms) are the edible flowers of the zucchini plant. These bright orange-yellow flowers open up and bloom to allow bees to transfer the sticky pollen from the male flowers to the female flowers. Once pollinated, the flowers close and a zucchini grows at the flower’s base. – Taste of Home

Spring Risotto

Comforting to eat — and comforting to make, in a mindless, repetitive sort of way — risotto is a northern Italian rice dish cooked gently until it reaches a creamy consistency. Most people think of it as a restaurant-style dish, but it’s actually quite simple to make with just a few ingredients. The only thing to keep in mind is that it requires frequent stirring, so you need to stay close to the stove for 25 minutes while it cooks. Onceuponachef