Seasonal recipes for today's kitchen
As the weather starts heating up, I find myself dreaming of colorful tablecloths and picnic tables. The park beckons us to enjoy its green, lush landscape under a sky full of clouds. I also start looking for dishes that can be cooked ahead of time–Read more
While I grew up eating beef stew enriched with root vegetables like potatoes and carrots, I have enjoyed experimenting with stews that incorporate other types of veggies over the years. This stew, adapted from a recipe by Faye Levy in the series “The Basics” in–Read more
When friends gather for a Mexican meal, it’s fun to offer homemade margaritas during the cocktail hour. Serving margaritas after dinner—in dessert form–makes for a festive ending to the meal. A cooling dish that combines a sign of spring—strawberries—with a ritual of summertime—margaritas—is a great way to–Read more
Having a few overripe bananas on hand prompted me to look through my trusty recipe box for the card detailing how to make Banana Bran Muffins. When I put the card on the kitchen counter, Chuck asked, “Are you going to use that to follow the–Read more
I am frequently searching for new dishes to serve alongside a protein or at the center of a vegetarian meal. Squashes can be interesting alternatives to potatoes, rice, and various grains. This recipe for baked spaghetti squash uses a small number of ingredients to help–Read more
Looking for a new chocolate dessert, I happened upon a recipe for “Sin Pie” in the April 1986 issue of Bon Appétit. It appears in the RSVP column, requested from the Joie de Vivre restaurant in Chatham, New Jersey. The pie’s ingredient list lived up–Read more
