Main Dishes

Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI and Yogurt-Marinated Chicken

Makes 6 servings *The Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) is the name of an area, a specific place, or, in exceptional cases, the name of a country, used as a description of an agricultural product, which comes from such an area, place, or country, which has a specific quality, goodwill, or […]

Pantry

Berbere Spice Paste

Makes 2 3/4 cups Berbere is a traditional Ethiopian spice blend made with chiles, warming spices, fenugreek, and other aromatic ingredients. Use this paste to rub meats, poultry, and fish before grilling.

Pantry

Dry Berbere Spice Blend

Berbere is an Ethiopian spice blend made from chiles and other spices. Though you can find it online or at most grocery stores, there is nothing like homemade, and you’ll especially love it for grilling season. Makes about 3/4 cup

Sandwiches

Falafel

Makes 8 portions Chef’s Note: When grinding the soaked legumes, the fine disk of a meat grinder is preferable to a food processor. If using a food processor, it’s easy to over- or under-process the ingredients, which results in an unpleasant texture either way.