Giardiniera is an Italian relish made of pickled vegetables. It’s really popular in Chicago — popular enough that some jarred brands are referred to as “Chicago-style giardiniera,” which typically ...

You know what’s even better than pickled cucumbers? Pickled carrots! Pickled cauliflower! Pickled any fresh raw vegetable that’s in your crisper drawer! Pickled veggies are crunchy, tangy and tart.

This isn’t your average pasta bake. The combination of broccoli, mushrooms and garlic, along with bright lemony flavor, a kick of heat and a crunchy breadcrumb topping make it anything but ordinary.