Seasonal recipes for today's kitchen
Now that grilling season is open, I’m always looking for easy sides that can complement our meals. I want dishes that add to the festivities. This rice salad fits those categories. It is colorful and flavorful, a great companion for meats or vegetables that are–Read more
Fresh cherries and blueberries have been abundant at the market lately, sure signs that summer and its celebrations are upon us. Recently, we have fallen for a summery cake that is golden yellow and brimming with fresh fruit. Featuring a batter rich in notes of–Read more
My niece has planted her first garden this year and is harvesting beautiful peppers, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Remembering a tempting salad recipe I had seen in the June 1999 issue of Bon Appétit, I asked myself what would happen if some of her Cajun cucumbers met a–Read more
This summer I’ve discovered Italian prune plums. A few weeks ago a merchant at our farmers’ market recommended them to me for jam making. Their purple skins hide a greenish yellow interior, creating a rather mundane appearance when raw. And I know– their name is–Read more
As the last days of summer come upon us, I prize my trips to our local farmers’ market for fresh produce. At the market, I can find vegetable varieties that might not be available at the grocery store. The offerings are local, fresh, and full–Read more
Crunchy sweet corn meets just-tender zucchini in this salad that celebrates summer. The vinaigrette that binds it has touches of mellow onion and bright notes of mint. It’s pretty simple to put together, can be assembled ahead of time, and will wow whoever is gathered–Read more