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A creamy mushroom and scallion soup, pureed for a silky texture and garnished with fresh green onions.
A frozen coffee custard parfait made with espresso, egg yolks, and whipped cream. It is chilled until set and served with additional whipped cream and…
This tangy, spicy Colombian hot sauce is made with Scotch bonnet or habanero peppers, tomatoes, and cilantro. It's perfect for dipping empanadas or…
About 1 quart This is an exceedingly delicious, lightly tangy take on vanilla ice cream.
A simple glaze made from marmalade, optionally enhanced with Cognac or bourbon, perfect for baked ham or poultry.
A simple highball or rickey cocktail made with your choice of spirit and club soda, served over ice.
8 to 10 servings This rich adobo from Jalisco, Mexico, is perfect for stewing cuts of lamb and beef as well. We serve this with corn tortillas, but…
About forty 2-inch cookies In addition to the fillings here, these cookies may be filled with Chopped Fruit Filling, Toasted Walnut or Pecan Filling, Nut…
4 servings Unlike back ribs, which are mostly bone, short ribs offer a good amount of rich-tasting meat. We prefer English-style short ribs for this…
1 serving Notoriously rich and sweet, making it a good after-dinner drink.
A rich and spicy étouffée made with shrimp or crawfish in a dark roux-based sauce, served over rice.
About 4 cups A hearty Italian accompaniment for fish, poultry, or meat, as well as a spread to be served with pita bread, crackers, or Crostini.
4 servings The even, solid texture of chicken breasts is ideal here (thighs tend to split when pounded). For tips on pounding chicken into cutlets, see…
4 servings The bread crumb coating is essential for Eggplant Parmigiana. You may also peel and cut the eggplant as directed here and fry in a batter (we…
6 servings If desired, add a couple smashed garlic cloves, sprigs of thyme, and a few grated Roma tomatoes for more flavor.
A classic creamy potato salad with hard-boiled eggs, celery, and a tangy mayonnaise dressing. Perfect for picnics and barbecues.
4 servings When in Salzburg, few visitors fail to indulge in one or more of these souffléed globular puffs. To be fair, they are more akin to free-form…
6 servings Roasting preserves some of the texture of the rhubarb. Serve this over yogurt, custardy desserts, or ice cream.
A quick and versatile fried rice made with cold cooked rice, eggs, and vegetables. Customize with your favorite add-ins for a satisfying meal.
4 servings This dish, contributed by friend and gifted chef Kusuma Rao, is the precursor to the Anglo-Indian favorite chicken tikka masala, also known as…
About 1 ½ cups This smooth avocado sauce can be treated as a dip, similar to Guacamole, or it can be used as a sauce for grilled meats or vegetables.
A stack of sweet crêpes layered with chocolate ganache, jam, or pastry cream, topped with powdered sugar. Serve warm, optionally flambéed.
2 sandwiches This vegetarian club gets an extra boost of flavor from miso mayonnaise and salty, chewy mushroom bacon. Eating one has no bearing on your…
A classic cocktail made with white rum, orange curaçao, dry vermouth, and a dash of grenadine. Shaken and strained into a chilled glass.
1 serving An old-time New England favorite that is said to make one see double and feel single.
6 servings Pavlova is the larger, statelier cousin of Eton Mess. Named after Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova, it is widely believed to have originated in…
Green beans are steamed or boiled until barely tender, then tossed with olive oil or butter and seasoned with salt and pepper. Optional toppings include…
½ to ¾ cup From persil, the French word for “parsley,” persillade is a mixture of chopped parsley and garlic that is used as a garnish to add flavor and…
About ½ cup Rich and refined, beurre blanc is traditionally served with fish, but is also excellent drizzled on seared scallops; grilled or sautéed…
8 servings True Cajuns may scoff at the suggestion that less than 4 or 5 pounds of crayfish per serving is adequate, but we find these proportions more…
A tall, moist, and tender angel food cake made with whipped egg whites and cake flour. Perfect for serving as a light dessert or as a base for roll cakes.
2 servings This simple Egyptian bean dish is commonly served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is excellent served with Shirazi or Israeli Salad. You…
24 pieces These wings are loosely inspired by Andy Ricker’s fish sauce wings, a popular staple in Portland, Oregon. If you opt for the garnish of Crispy…
6 to 8 servings For a sublime variation, marinate overnight in a double recipe of the mixture for Five-Spice Ribs.
A single-crust pie filled with fresh peaches and a rich custard topping. The custard browns and sets as it bakes, creating a crusty top. Serve warm or at…
A simple coddled egg cooked gently in a water bath, enriched with butter and heavy cream, and seasoned with salt and pepper.
Duck legs are braised until tender in a savory-sweet sauce, then grilled to caramelize the glaze. Served with jasmine rice.
Eggs are slow-poached in their shells at a low temperature using an immersion circulator, resulting in perfectly poached eggs ideal for serving a crowd.
4 to 6 servings Okra and tomatoes are a classic Southern pairing. For added flavor, add a little diced country ham to the pot, or cook a few slices of…
About 3 cups We generally aren’t fans of fruit salsa, but we love this one. It avoids being overly sweet and has just enough spice to keep things…
A classic nacho platter loaded with melted Cheddar and Monterey Jack, topped with chorizo, beans, and fresh garnishes. Perfect for sharing.
Crispy flour tortillas topped with lime-infused rice, sautéed zucchini, poblano pepper, and onion, finished with a creamy mayo-lime dressing and cotija…
A moist spiced cake made with applesauce, flavored with cinnamon and cloves. Can be frosted with butterscotch icing or dusted with powdered sugar.
These steamed dumplings feature a savory filling of shrimp or pork with ginger and cilantro, wrapped in wonton wrappers. Serve with soy sauce for dipping.
A rustic Tuscan bread and tomato soup, thickened with stale bread and finished with basil, olive oil, and Parmesan.
A refreshing frozen treat made with orange juice, yogurt, and vanilla, sweetened to taste.
4 servings Though we usually associate tender chicken and lamb with this famous yogurt-based marinade, cauliflower is a wonderful vegetarian alternative.
Juicy air-fried chicken with tomatoes and onions served over lemony couscous, finished with fresh dill and feta. A quick and healthy…
About ½ cup Our friend Jen Bryman makes this flavorful, bright-green sauce in the summer when basil is plentiful. It is thicker than most flavored oils…
A classic New York style hot dog with an all-beef frank, spicy brown mustard, sauerkraut, and sautéed onions in a toasted bun.
4 servings These dates straddle the sweet-savory divide with grace. They can be the perfect end to an elegant dinner or part of breakfast.
Enough to coat 4 cups food This batter does not brown very much but turns into a light, crisp, thin shell when fried. Please read about Deep-Frying.
About ¾ cup This classic green sauce—not to be confused with Mexican salsa verde (or tomatillo salsa)—is traditionally served with braised meats, fried…
About 1 ½ cups A good choice for hearty meats. For Sauce Piquant, stir in with the herbs 1 tablespoon chopped drained capers and 1 tablespoon chopped…
6 to 8 servings Baked beans are as traditional in Sweden as they are in Boston. DRIED BEANS
2 to 3 servings Okonomiyaki means “how you like it,” so play around with the vegetable and meat additions in this savory pancake. Mountain yam is not…
Traditional Polish bread rolls with a depressed center filled with onion and poppy seeds. They have a chewy texture and are perfect for breakfast or as a…
6 cups; 4 servings This bread-thickened soup is a superlative way to utilize stale, half-eaten baguettes. The soup is even richer served in individual…
2 servings For a malted milk shake, add ½ cup malted milk powder.
A creamy chowder with salmon, leeks, and potatoes, flavored with vermouth and dill.
Who says bhajis have to be made of onion? Bhajis are a great vehicle for any kind of veg – have a look at your fridge leftovers and get creative! These…
4 servings When my father, Ethan, came to visit during the holidays, he stayed at the now-defunct Mallory Hotel in Portland, Oregon. We would invariably…
These pan-fried Chinese curry puffs feature a spiced beef and potato filling wrapped in a curry-scented egg dough. They are served hot with a choice of…
4 servings Soak wooden or bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before use. Almost any vegetable will work, but firm vegetables such as carrots…
Steamed lobster is a simple and elegant dish. The lobsters are steamed with a little water and wine until bright red, then served with melted butter and…
Eight 3-inch shortcakes The cream in this recipe replaces the butter in a standard biscuit dough, resulting in biscuits that are quicker and easier to…
4 to 6 servings We are partial to old-fashioned recipes that combine fruit with whipped cream or rich custard. If using cream, serve within 2 hours…
One 13 × 9-inch cake; 20 to 30 servings Serve this cake straight from the pan. Have all ingredients at room temperature, about 70°F. Preheat the oven to…
About 1 ½ cups This has a tempting green color and a lightly tangy flavor. It is excellent with fish or poultry. If using with fish, omit the egg. For a…
4 servings Grill tenderloin whole to keep it from drying out. For tenderloins less than 1 ½ inches thick, treat as for chops, below. To ensure juiciness…
4 to 6 servings For turning cooked sausages into sandwiches, see About Hot Dogs. A quality sausage is well seasoned and needs little embellishment to be…
4 or 8 servings An unassuming but astoundingly good dessert that can be assembled and refrigerated up to 3 hours before baking. We usually consider it a…
A hearty beef and mushroom pie with ale gravy, baked in a double crust. Tender stew meat and potatoes are simmered in beer and herbs, then encased in…
About 1 ½ cups For a milder sauce, replace up to half the whiskey with water; for a very potent sauce, replace the water with whiskey.
About 4 cups Use as a stuffing for small birds such as Cornish hens, poussins, or squab, or serve as a side dish for roasted or grilled lamb. If desired…
A creamy, tangy horseradish dressing made with heavy cream, prepared horseradish, red wine vinegar, and vegetable oil. Perfect for salads or as a…
Fruit ice pops made with pureed fruit, orange juice, and sugar, frozen until solid. A refreshing summer treat.
About sixteen 4-inch pancakes Please read About Pancakes or Griddle Cakes. This recipe, perhaps more than any other in this book, has garnered lifelong…
A refreshing citrus salad made with oranges, grapefruits, and tangelos, lightly sweetened and optionally flavored with orange liqueur and mint.
Sautéed chitterlings are a Southern delicacy, pan-fried until golden and seasoned with vinegar or hot sauce. Serve with black-eyed peas and greens and…
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A one-pan dish featuring roasted potatoes and fennel topped with shrimp, feta, olives, and parsley. Finished with lemon wedges for brightness.
Danish meatballs made with a blend of ground beef and pork, coated in bread crumbs and baked until golden. Served with a creamy dill sauce.
A rich and creamy stroganoff made with beef broth, mushrooms, and a tangy goat cheese and sour cream sauce, served over egg noodles.
Grilled sea scallops are served with a refreshing fennel and orange salad, finished with crushed pink peppercorns for a subtle spice.
4 servings If desired, substitute ¾ cup chicken stock plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice for the wine in the pan sauce made after cooking the fish. Reduce as…
Enchiladas Suizas feature shredded chicken rolled in corn tortillas, topped with a creamy tomatillo-serrano sauce and melted Monterey Jack cheese, baked…
Grilled chicken cutlets topped with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and a basil vinaigrette. A light and flavorful summer dish.
Tender pork chops are pan-grilled and basted with a sage butter sauce, served alongside scalloped potatoes.
Creamy scalloped potatoes with a golden crust, made with Yellow Finn potatoes and half-and-half. A classic side dish perfect for holidays or family…
A Southern classic featuring creamy stone-ground grits topped with a saffron-infused andouille and shrimp hash, butternut squash, and crispy kale chips…
A quick and flavorful pasta dish featuring anchovies, garlic, and chilies, finished with lemon, panko, and Parmesan. Inspired by a classic Italian…
A rich and creamy Indian dish featuring tender chicken thighs in a spiced tomato-cashew sauce, finished with butter and cream. Served with rice.
Chicken souvlaki is a Greek-inspired dish featuring tender chicken cubes marinated in a blend of spices, garlic, olive oil, and vinegar, then grilled or…
A classic cold Spanish soup made from ripe tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and bread, blended until smooth and chilled. Serve with diced vegetables and…
Tender squid stuffed with a savory mixture of chard, fennel, pine nuts, and pecorino, then roasted until golden. A classic Sicilian seafood dish.
These easy flatbreads are made with self-rising flour and Greek yogurt, then cooked over charcoal or on a griddle for a puffy, charred result.
A simplified low-country boil featuring roasted potatoes, corn, andouille sausage, and shrimp with Old Bay butter. This one-skillet meal delivers all the…
Grilled bone-in pork chops are topped with a spiced stone fruit compote featuring cumin, coriander, and thyme. The sweet fruit compote complements the…
Lamb chops marinated in lemongrass, lime, and oyster sauce, roasted until tender, and served with a spicy mango salsa.
Smoked chicken salad is mixed with tarragon and served on buttered croissants for a quick and satisfying lunch.
A fusion pasta salad combining Italian seafood with Vietnamese rice noodles. Shrimp, squid, and crab are tossed with a lemon-herb dressing and thin rice…
A smoky and tangy shrimp salad with pinto beans, corn, and bell pepper, dressed with chipotle-lime vinaigrette. Serve with tortilla chips for a light meal.
These individual salmon and broccoli quiches are made with a flaky pie pastry and a creamy egg custard. Perfect for a light dinner or brunch.
A classic Greek salad with ripe tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, olives, and feta cheese, dressed with red wine vinegar and oregano.
A classic Caesar salad made with rotisserie chicken, crisp romaine, croutons, and Parmesan cheese, tossed in creamy Caesar dressing.
Succulent shrimp and tender orzo pasta with zucchini in a creamy, spicy Calabrian chile sauce. A quick and flavorful weeknight dinner.
A creamy green goddess dressing with anchovies, herbs, and lemon coats rotisserie chicken, ciabatta, piquillo peppers, celery, and olives for a satisfying…
Sea bream fillets are cooked in a smoky chipotle sauce and served with roasted lemon courgettes, warm tortillas, and a spicy lime seasoning.
A whole fish is stuffed with lemon, garlic, ginger, and fresh herbs, then encased in a salt crust and baked until tender. The salt crust is cracked open…
Crispy flour tortillas topped with lime-infused rice, sautéed zucchini, poblano pepper, and onion, finished with a creamy mayo-lime dressing and cotija…
A hearty pasta salad with roasted chicken, marinated artichokes, and fresh herbs in a homemade herb oil. Perfect for a light lunch or side dish.
A classic Caesar salad dressing made with roasted garlic, anchovies, and Parmigiano-Reggiano. This creamy dressing is perfect for tossing with romaine…
Tender flank steak and crisp broccoli in a savory-sweet sauce, seared in a cast-iron skillet for a perfect stir-fry.
Tender pork medallions are pan-seared and served with a rich, tangy shallot cream sauce. This elegant dish comes together quickly for a special weeknight…
A hearty salad with seasoned chicken cutlets, chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and a tangy red wine vinaigrette.
A tangy and savory Latin mojo sauce made with sour orange juice, garlic, olive oil, and spices. Perfect for marinating meats or as a dipping sauce.
A simple seared tuna steak seasoned with coriander, fennel, and pepper. Grilled quickly for a rare center, finished with lemon and oil.
This slow-cooker ramen features tender pork butt in a savory miso broth, topped with shiitake mushrooms and scallions. It's a comforting and easy meal…
Grilled shrimp, peaches, and red peppers are served over baby spring lettuce with pecans and goat cheese, drizzled with a honey-balsamic vinaigrette.
A quick stir-fry of chicken, cashew nuts, and green peppers in a savory soy sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Shrimp and ramen noodles are baked in foil pouches with a savory broth of vegetable broth, mirin, soy sauce, and sesame oil. This easy, flavorful dish is…
A creamy soup with Italian sausage, potatoes, and kale, inspired by the popular Olive Garden dish.
Grilled skirt steak seasoned simply with salt and pepper, served with chimichurri sauce. A classic Latin American dish.
Cheese ravioli tossed in a creamy pumpkin sauce with sage and hazelnut butter. A comforting fall pasta dish.
Moroccan-style chicken kebabs marinated in a blend of parsley, lemon juice, and spices, then grilled or broiled to perfection.
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