Just like you, we’re not making fully formed extravagant dinners every night of the week. Sometimes a basic pan-cooked protein + side is as good as it gets, like a sautéed chicken breast or seared pork chop. But just like the foundations of French cooking tell us, nothing makes a […]
Individual Lasagnas with Spring Vegetables
Makes 4 servings Get your kids or guests to help assemble the lasagnas. Let each “sous chef” add one ingredient—noodles, purée, veggies—to the plate. If you can’t find whole grain lasagna noodles, conventional dry lasagna noodles will work just fine. Ingredients Kosher salt, as needed 1 bunch (approximately 1 pound) […]
Israeli Couscous Risotto with Pumpkin and Chanterelle Mushrooms
Makes 5 servings Vegetables Ingredients 2 shallots, finely chopped 1/4 cup olive oil 2 cups chanterelle mushrooms, washed, dried, and diced Kosher salt, to taste Freshly ground black pepper to taste 2 cups peeled and diced fresh pumpkin or other hard-skinned squash Couscous Risotto Ingredients 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil […]
Mignonette for Oysters
Makes 1 cup This is the most very basic mignonette to top fresh raw oysters, and you can add whatever flavors you love best to make it your own. Popular additions include minced chiles, freshly squeezed citrus juice, pomegranate seeds, cucumber, and minced herbs.
Minted Fava Beans
Makes 5 small-bite servings Ingredients 2 lb fresh fava beans 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 shallots, thinly sliced Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon Salt, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon shredded or chopped mint leaves Directions In a medium sauté pan, heat […]
Mushroom Chive Omelettes
Makes 4 servings Dinner omelettes are a hungry chef’s best friend, and we bet you can relate! These omelettes are filled with mushrooms and chives, but you can fill yours with anything you like, including ham and cheese, bell peppers, bacon, or even roasted veggies. For tips on making an […]
Mussels Mariner-Style (Moules Marinière)
Serves 6 to 8 as an appetizer, 3 to 4 as a main course (if served with fries) Ingredients 3 lb mussels 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided use 1/4 cup minced shallots 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley 1/2 cup very dry white wine Freshly ground black […]
Pork Braised in Milk
Makes 6 servings Substitute any color onion for the shallots, if needed (you’ll want about 1/3 cup finely chopped) or chicken broth in place of the beef broth. The herbs are a welcome addition, but you can still make this dish if you don’t have any on hand.
Roasted Pear and Arugula Salad with Caramelized Shallot Vinaigrette
Makes 6 Servings Salad Ingredients Juice of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons honey 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 3 unpeeled Bartlett pears 3 cups baby arugula 1/3 cup walnuts, toasted, chopped 1/3 cup blue cheese, crumbled Vinaigrette Ingredients 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 shallots, thinly sliced 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar 3 tablespoons […]
Roasted Turkey with Maple and Walnut Glaze
Makes 10 servings The sweet and savory bites of glazed turkey are just the upgrade Thanksgiving dinner needed! Simply omit the walnuts for a nut-free dish, and thicken the pan sauce with a corn starch slurry for a gluten-free option.
Sweet Potato, Sausage, and Kale Strata
Makes 8 to 10 servings A strata is a kitchen-sink breakfast dish that is made with egg, bread, cheese, and virtually anything else you would like! Like any good brunch recipe, stratas are best if made the day ahead, meaning less work in the morning—and that’s always a good thing. […]
Tomato, Avocado, and Roasted Corn Salad with Chipotle-Sherry Vinaigrette
Makes 8 servings If you have the grill going, you can cook the corn on the grill instead of in the oven. Ingredients 4 ears corn on the cob with husks still attached Kosher salt, as needed 6 cups mesclun lettuce mix, rinsed and dried 3 red beefsteak tomatoes, sliced […]