Appetizers, Hors D’oeuvre, and Snacks

Arancini di Riso

Makes 12 servings Arancini, or plini, are made from leftover rice made the previous day, which is why we mention in the instructions that you should cook the rice a little longer than usual. That means the rice will be sticky enough to stay together and hold the filling once […]

Main Dishes

Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Makes 6 to 8 servings This classic fried chicken is salted overnight with lemon zest, resulting in tender, juicy, flavorful chicken that’s a perfect match for the lightly seasoned crispy coating. Ask your butcher to break down a whole chicken, if you like, or pick your favorites, like all dark […]

Desserts

Churros

Makes 24 churros Ingredients 1 cup water 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 eggs, beaten Vegetable oil, as needed, for frying Directions Combine the water, butter, and salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a rolling boil. […]

Appetizers, Hors D’oeuvre, and Snacks

Fried Calamari

Makes 6 small-bite servings Any place where squid swim you will find a different version of fried calamari. Be sure to rinse and dry the squid thoroughly before seasoning it. You can use both the tubes and the tentacles, but you may want to fry them separately. Sprinkle with sea […]

Pantry

Fried Shallots

Makes about 1 cup (enough for 6 garnish servings) These crispy shallots are a great-looking and flavorful garnish, adding a crispy finishing touch to soups, salads, stews, fried eggs, grilled fish…there is no end to the list of uses! If you don’t have a thermometer, you can test the temperature […]

Appetizers, Hors D’oeuvre, and Snacks

Fried Wontons with Mustard Sauce

Makes 20 wontons Ingredients Mustard Sauce 3/4 cup Dijon mustard 1/4 cup water 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce 1 1/2 teaspoons vinegar Filling 4 oz ground pork 2 oz Napa cabbage, thinly sliced 2 scallions, thinly sliced 1 teaspoon minced ginger 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 […]

Side Dishes

Potatoes Anna

Makes 10 servings Ingredients 4 lb russet potatoes 1/2 cup clarified unsalted butter, or as needed 1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more as needed Pinch of freshly ground black pepper, or as needed Directions Preheat the oven to 400°F. Scrub, peel, and trim the potatoes into uniform cylinders. Using a […]

Breakfast and Brunch, Main Dishes

Rösti Potatoes

Not only a superstar brunch dish, Rösti Potatoes are the start of a perfect meal anytime of day. Serve as a side alongside roasted or braised meats, or use as a savory tart base for toppings like smoked salmon, whitefish salad, marinated grilled vegetables, or even Hollandaise sauce, poached eggs, […]