Cioppino

Cioppino is a hearty seafood and tomato stew first invented in San Francisco by Italian fishermen. Today, Cioppino is made in many different ways across the country. In many recipes, the seafood is all just added to the pot to simmer with the stew, but in the recipe, the seafood is individually seared so […]
Critchell House Prime Rib Soup

I’ve been making this for a while, but I had never written anything down. It was always a little different, depending on which vegetables I ended up using. This is a great recipe to use up any fresh or frozen vegetables. As long as you start with a good base, you are almost always guaranteed […]
Kielbasa & Cabbage Soup

This Eastern European soup (called kapusniak in Polish) is traditionally made with sauerkraut. To keep the sodium in check in this healthy recipe, we use fresh cabbage and save the sauerkraut for a deliciously salty-sour garnish.
Zach’s Classic Pork Fried Rice

This fried rice recipe brings together several time-honored ingredients to exemplify my idea of this ultimate takeout classic.
Short Rib & Pumpkin Chili

An ideal chili for fall's cooler weather (and it stays true to its one-pot claim). It's smoky, but each ingredient still shines through—and it's stick-too-your-ribs hearty.At first glance, this thing looks daunting. But once you've assembled the ingredients, it really is pretty straightforward. I've taken more than a few liberties on traditional chili. I've used […]
Babgulyas a Hungarian Bean Goulash

Babgulyas is a Hungarian bean goulash recipe, rich in paprika and featuring beef & bacon this dish is an easy one-pot wonder. This recipe is gloriously old school and is influenced by the dish that is served up every year at our village festival. It features instructions for both stovetop and Instant Pot.Hungarian goulash is […]
Beef Bulgogi

Bulgogi is Korean sweet and savory meat- usually with beef but sometimes with pork too. The main flavor is coming from soy sauce, garlic, fruity sweetness, and sesame oil. Bulgogi is something that everyone loves, so I always make bulgogi when I introduce Korean food for the first time.
Fenugreek & Gram Flour Flatbreads

Flatbreads, also known as roti or chapatti, make a great accompaniment to any of the curries in this book. They are also terrific as a snack with some pickle or chutney, or used as wraps for your favorite fillings or some chutney and salad. They are handy to have for picnics and packed lunches, too. […]
Fish Curry

This fragrant tomato-and-coconut curry with pieces of flaky white fish is a staple at chef Meherwan Irani’s dinner table. At home, he likes to make double or triple batches of the coconut milk curry (see his recipe for All-Purpose Coconut Curry here) and freeze it in two-cup portions. Then, when he’s ready for dinner, all […]
Peruvian Seafood Chowder

This nourishing bowl of seafood simmered in a base of pureed corn, evaporated milk, squash, and potatoes pulls inspiration from the beloved Peruvian chupe. Right before turning off the heat, gently stir in egg yolks for a satisfying soup with big flavor.
Cajun Shrimp & Cheesy Polenta

This Ottolenghi inspired recipe is a take on the famous shrimp and polenta. Buying the prawns with shell on can be used to make your own shellfish stock for the cheesy polenta. This is a quick and easy dish with our freshly blended Cajun seasoning. Enjoy!
One Skillet Beef Chow Mein

Cheese and Tomato Lasagna

While removing both meat and vegetables from lasagna makes it a much simpler affair, it can result in a dish lacking in texture, flavor, and stature. This recipe upgrades each of the components—tomato sauce, cheese, and noodles. Tomato paste, minced anchovies, grated Pecorino Romano, and a dash of sugar boosted the complexity and body of […]
French Onion One-Pot Pasta

Inspired by the deeply savory flavors of French onion soup, this single-pan pasta is a surefire crowd please—and better still, it couldn’t be easier to make. You start by caramelizing your onions to create a deeply flavorful base, then simply add your cooking liquid, aromatic flavorings, and dried pasta to the pan—bring everything to […]
Fish Cakes with Cucumber Yogurt (‘Fischküchle mit Gurkenjoghurt’)

I would choose fish cakes over meatballs at any occasion. They are light, delicate, and incredibly tender. Meat, fish, grain, and vegetable patties are insanely popular across German cuisine. It’s said that the American hamburger was invented by putting German meatballs on a slice of bread.
Salt and Pepper Fish

Traditionally, the fish for this classic Chinese dish is battered and deep-fried. In our version, the fish is pan-seared in hot oil, but still gets plenty of texture and flavor from ginger, caramelized scallions, and lots of freshly ground black pepper. When you’re cooking the fish, be sure to let it get golden brown on […]