Cheesy au Gratin Potatoes
Few foods seem as all-American as potatoes. But what you actually get from au gratin potatoes can range from curdled cream and unevenly cooked potatoes to cheese that's barely there and slices that fall into sloppy heaps. This American classic needed perfecting.The choice of potato was critical for our Cheesy au Gratin Potatoes. We settled […]
Salmon Patties
Salmon patties are small croquette-fritter-like cakes that are loaded up with ingredients like eggs, crackers, herbs, and vegetables that are fried in a small amount of oil until golden brown. They are often served on a bed of greens and accompanied with a sauce. I think it’s worth sharing a little history on salmon […]
Italian Pressure-Cooker Chickpea and Pork Rib Stew
Tender chickpeas, fall-off-the-bone pork ribs, and perfect nubbins of potato come together in this hearty and delicious stew. A pressure cooker makes it fast.There are enough Italian bean stews out there to make you wonder when Italians find the time to eat so much pasta. Within this broad category of hearty Italian bean and legume […]
Chocolate Biscotti with Pistachios, Almonds and Dried Cherries
The late Maida Heatter has about a dozen cookbooks to her name, all of them focused on baking sweets. These biscotti, our adaptation of a recipe from “Maida Heatter’s Best Dessert Book Ever,” are made with a combination of cocoa powder and bittersweet chocolate. With a flavor boost from instant espresso powder, they’re dark and […]
French-Style Pork Stew
We wanted a stew with lots of pork flavor but without a lot of heaviness. Could a traditional French recipe pave the way?To produce a rich, savory broth, we use three types of pork: pork butt, kielbasa, and smoked ham shank. Aromatics, herbs, and spices season a mixture of water and chicken broth, and a […]
Linguine with Canned Clams
Linguine with canned clams is a wonderful dish to make when you’re craving clam sauce but don’t want to run to the store to buy fresh clams. Topped with homemade toasty breadcrumbs, this pasta is budget-friendly and takes about 30 minutes making it a perfect weeknight meal!
Santa Maria Style Pinquito Beans
Santa Maria pinquito beans are similar to your standard BBQ beans, but with a smoky-spicy profile — think TexMex flavors. Every recipe I’ve seen includes bacon, ham, tomatoes, and onions. After that, the choice of spices or other additions are up to you. I like to include fire-roasted poblano peppers in mine for little extra […]
Panang Curry Beef
Panang is a popular classic Thai curry with a rich and luscious peanut sauce over tender beef that is super quick to make. I also share how to make semi-homemade panang curry paste using store-bought red curry paste as a base. An easy, delicious, gluten-free weeknight meal!
Singapore Noodles for Two
Singapore noodles, a Hong Kong favorite, can sometimes be so heavily seasoned with curry powder that they can feel unpleasantly dusty and gritty. We start by blooming the curry powder in oil, which smooths out the texture and intensifies the flavor. Though the noodles are the main feature in the traditional dish, we tweak the […]
Soft Wheat & Water Pasta Dough
There’s something particularly refreshing about making pasta dough (or anything, really) with your own two hands, as if returning to a near-forgotten, simpler way of life. Making dough by hand is, of course, the most traditional technique, and the one that grandmothers and chefs alike swear by. It’s often called the “well method”—referring to the […]
Pork, Fennel, and Lemon Ragu with Pappardelle
You already know ragu rosso, the king of ragu sauces. But perhaps you haven't met the queen: ragu bianco, which, in our version, trades the tomato for bright lemon and rich cream.We ensured plenty of savoriness by creating fond twice. We first browned finely chopped pancetta, onion, and fennel in a Dutch oven and […]
Braided Lemon Bread
There's just something about lemon that brings a smile to even the dullest of days: its bright yellow color and zippy taste can't be beat. This Braided Lemon Bread is a sweet, egg-enriched dough surrounding a sweetened cream cheese filling with a luscious layer of lemon curd and a sprinkling of pearl sugar. The […]
Potaje de Garbanzo (Cuban Chickpea Stew)
This Potaje de Garbanzo is a hearty Cuban chickpea stew made with garbanzo beans (or chickpeas), chorizo, ham, veggies, and potatoes. Perfect for any day of the week or time of year! Serve with rice, sliced avocado, or some crusty bread. Your home will smell so delicious after making this stew!
Cuban Frijoles Colorados
When you grow up in a Cuban family, legumes, soups, and stews always make an appearance on the dinner table. Whether it was frijoles negros or Cuban chickpea stew, you know you were about to enjoy a hearty, comforting meal.Want to add another cozy recipe to your weekly rotation? Enter frijoles colorados! Frijoles Colorados […]
Crispy Onion Scalloped Potatoes
These Fried Onion Scalloped Potatoes are slices of russet potatoes smothered in a creamy cheese sauce, and topped with crispy, golden-fried onions – a delicious twist on a classic recipe.
Stracotto (Italian Pot Roast)
When it comes to hearty beef dishes, Stracotto, or Italian Pot Roast is at the top of the list for most delicious! The beef is braised until tender in a tomato-based sauce with red wine, vegetables, and herbs and served with polenta or pasta for a truly unforgettable meal!The Italian word, stracotto, translates to […]