Sautéed Spinach with Pine Nuts and Feta
This is a great fresh and healthy dish. The toasty pine nuts add a nice crunch and rounds out the texture of the cooked spinach and the lemon really brightens the flavor. It’s a quick and easy side dish to almost anything.
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio (Pasta in Garlic and Oil Sauce)
If there were a pasta bible, the first line would read, "In the beginning, God created aglio e olio." Historically, that line wouldn't really be accurate, since the evidence doesn't support the idea that garlic (aglio) and oil (olio) were the original accompaniments to pasta. But structurally—and by that I mean the way most pasta […]
Crab Rangoon (Crab Puffs) With Sweet and Sour Sauce
Crisp, bubbly wonton wrappers with a molten center of oozy, tangy cream cheese lightly scented with scallions and a vague hint of crab. Who can argue with that? While actual crab is not the primary focus of crab rangoon, either imitation crab or the real stuff adds necessary flavor. The best shape for crab rangoon […]
Curried Potato and Green Pea Frittata
This simple frittata, studded with warmly spiced peas and potatoes, takes inspiration from Indian samosas. We bloom curry powder and whole cumin seeds in oil, creating a flavor-rich base for cooking the vegetables. We start the cooking on the stovetop and finish in the oven to make sure the frittata is thick, flat and […]
Slow-Cooker Pork Carnitas
To achieve a slow-cooker version of this Mexican pulled pork dish, we had to make some adjustments to compensate for the moist environment of the slow cooker. We cut pork shoulder (with a good amount of fat left on it) into chunks and combined the meat with onion, orange zest and juice, lime zest […]
Pasta with Creamy Tomato Sauce
For a smooth, full-flavored pasta sauce recipe in which the tomatoes and cream would complement each other, we combined crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and sun-dried tomatoes and added the cream to the finished tomato mixture at the last minute.
Pasta with Shrimp and Browned Butter
We build big flavor into this dish by cooking tagliatelle or pappardelle—dried pastas made with egg—in a skillet, directly in the liquid that becomes the pasta sauce. The noodles’ delicate texture pairs perfectly with sweet, briny shrimp and the nuttiness of browned butter. Use larger-sized shrimp, large or extra-large, so they remain tender and plump. […]
Pan-Cooked Albacore with Soy and Mirin
You won’t break the bank buying fresh fish, but there can be a better selection of moderately priced varieties in the freezer department. Among my findings were albacore steaks, one of the few types of tuna that we can still enjoy with a clear conscience, and a great fish if you’re trying to eat more […]
Spiced Chickpea Wraps with Tahini Dressing
These Spicy Chickpea Wraps capture the smoky flavor of a falafel without all the work.
Crab Melt
Crab Melts are a fast, easy and delicious way to enjoy fresh or canned crab meat, perfect as a meal in themselves or sliced as finger food at parties.
French Onion Beef Noodle Soup
This super-savory dish draws its inspiration from Taiwanese beef noodle soup, then gilds the lily with a Dutch oven’s worth of sweet, slow-simmered onions—the best part of French onion soup, if you ask this recipe’s developer, Amiel Stanek. It takes some doing, but the effort is worth it. If you’re not planning on serving […]
Ikea Swedish Meatballs
This Swedish Meatballs recipe has been passed down from a Swedish grandmother to her beautiful granddaughter, and are the best Swedish meatballs I’ve ever tasted! Even better than Ikea! Easy to make meatballs full of flavour, swimming in the most amazing creamy gravy sauce!
Spring Vegetable Pasta
For a fresh version of a pasta primavera recipe, we used a pair of spring classics—asparagus and green peas—plus other flavor-packed vegetables and aromatics. We found that by sautéing the vegetables in stages in a large Dutch oven, we could ensure that each one maintained its crisp-tender texture while taking on a touch of flavorful […]
Sichuan Stir-Fried Pork in Garlic Sauce
When it comes to replicating this classic Chinese stir-fry, the biggest issue is vexingly familiar: how to cook tender, juicy pork. To keep the pork tender and juicy in this flavorful stir-fry, we first soak the meat in a baking soda solution, which tenderizes and moisturizes the meat. Before stir-frying, we coat the treated […]
Emeril’s Boston Clam Chowder
Creamy Boston clam chowder is a fantastic dish that is a guaranteed crowd pleaser. While there are many variations to choose from, your family will love this recipe from celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse.This is a hearty, rich and thick, version of the classic New England-style clam chowder flavored with bacon, leeks, celery, and onions, and […]
Toasted Tortellini with Pesto Cheese Fondue
Make this fondue with your favorite blend of cheeses and swirl in your best pesto. The flavors meld together beautifully and are really amazing with toasted tortellini. The toasted tortellini surround soft, warm cheese tortellini with a crunchy, seasoned breadcrumb coating that’s just right for dipping.