When few ingredients are called for, the key is to use the best you can find. Here, good-quality oil-packed tuna is worth the splurge.
If preparing this recipe for a special occasion or holiday meal, consider using French beans (also called haricots verts) which are longer and more slender for an elegant presentation.
No need to invest in a big bottle of truffle (or porcini) oil when sample-size bottles are available in many supermarkets and specialty stores. Even without the flourish of fancy oil, this salad is a winner.
For ease of preparation, tear, rather than slice, fresh mozzarella; the creamy fat that's between the cheese's curds will come apart naturally, making the mozzarella better able to absorb the dressing.
We love a crisp Sauvignon Blanc for this delicious pasta because the wine's citrus notes balance the dish's rich flavours.
Serve these Canadian-inspired quesadillas with a fruit salsa, such as mango or peach. The filling can be made a few hours in advance and assembled just prior to cooking to keep the tortillas crisp. Cut into small portions to serve as an appetizer.