Spicy Pecan Popcorn Chicken

These spicy and crunchy pecan-crusted chicken nuggets are paired with a quick, creamy ranch dip. If you can't find coarse breadcrumbs, substitute Grape-Nuts cereal instead

Honey-Chili Chicken Wings

This chicken wings recipe avoids the deep fryer and instead the wings are broiled or grilled, which turns them super crispy. A soy and honey glaze makes them sweet, sticky and salty. These wings are simple to prepare

Meatball Sliders

Most of us think of sliders as tiny burgers with grilled onions served on little buns. I thought it would be fun to use meatballs instead of burgers and the result might be an improvement over the traditional burger slider

Pat Loud's Classic Cheese Log

What would winter entertaining be without a good cheese log? This fantastic and easy recipe was passed down to my friend Pat Loud from her mother. She has served it at nearly every party that I've attended, and it's always a big hit

Chicken Liver Pate with Sage, Apple and Thyme

I am always on the lookout for appetizers. Chicken liver pate doesn't enjoy the popularity it had when Julia Child was queen, but this elegant yet economical hors d'oeuvre is due for a comeback

Sweet Potato and Goat Cheese Bruschetta

I vowed to make some time this month to nourish myself in between all of the holiday cooking madness. This simple yet tasty bruschetta came about from that promise

Crispy Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Dates

This tasty twist on rumaki wraps apple-cured bacon around a sweet date stuffed with Parmesan cheese. A Spanish-style nibble, this is a terrific pick-up appetizer served with cocktails

Turkey Pesto Meatballs with Tomato Sauce

These meatballs are lighter than the traditional beef variety and burst with a kick of pesto flavor and Parmesan

Shaved Asparagus Salad

This salad is a great way to put a new spin on asparagus. You'll be surprised by the taste of it raw; it's so fresh and crunchy. A simple vinaigrette is all you need to make the asparagus shine like it should. Try it as an appetizer or side dish

Quinoa Cakes with Smoked Salmon

These crisp quinoa cakes spiked with smoked salmon and topped with lemony sour cream make for a lovely appetizer

Spicy Tuna Tartare in Sesame-Miso Cones

I'd like to share with you here one of my all-time favorite hors-d'oeuvres recipe, a mainstay at Spago and all the glamorous functions I get to cater: Spicy Tuna Tartare in Sesame-Miso Cones. And you can make it without too much effort in your own home kitchen

Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura

The batter, bite-sized morsels, and dipping sauces for tempura are very easy to prepare in advance. Everybody loves the crispy, flavorful results. Serve a steady flow of tempura, and your guests will feel they've really had a memorable holiday party

Grilled Shrimp Bruschetta with Romesco Sauce

I think you will appreciate the unexpected topping on this bruschetta recipe. If you can find fresh shrimp, you will be rewarded with a double dose of deliciousness. If not, ask your fishmonger for the best-quality shrimp available

Grilled Guacamole

Holy moley, grilled guacamole? Well, yes! Have you tried it? If not, you should. It's easy, smoky and so, so good. Here's how to make it

Roasted Garlic-Bacon Dip

With grilling season in full swing, I was looking for a cookbook and recipes that could help freshen up our usual party fare

Pumpkin Risotto

Making a great pumpkin risotto is one trick whose secrets I can reveal. It starts by selecting the right pumpkin

Roasted Curried Chickpeas with Rosemary and Thyme

While dips and chips and vegetable spreads are all fine and good, there's something wonderful about spicy roasted chickpeas

Garlic Lamb and Vegetable Spring Rolls

My chefs and I love to try new combinations of ingredients. That creative spirit led to my recipe here for Garlic Lamb and Vegetable Spring Rolls

Make-Ahead Gougeres for an Easy but Elegant Brunch

Gougeres are fantastic on their own as an appetizer or side dish with dinner. For a light lunch or dinner buffet, also try stuffing gougeres with ham and salad greens to make little sandwich bites. Either way, light and airy gougeres are an immensely satisfying treat to have on any table, especially considering that making them ahead is so easy

Oscars Party Recipes

Impress your family and friends with Katie's delicious and easy-to-make-at-home recipes.

Down-to-Earth, Stress-Free Hors d'Oeuvres

I want to offer another simple recipe you can use to round out your awards night entertaining: succulent oven-baked balls of fresh, homemade sausage, accompanied by a quickly prepared mustard-mayonnaise sauce.

A Fresh Take on Guacamole and Salsa

These recipes are both atypical renditions of the classic Mexican combo

Garlicky Roasted Red Pepper and Almond Dip

Spicy Sweet Ginger-Garlic Chicken Wings

Curried Chicken Satay with Fresh Mint-Soy Dipping Sauce

Asian Gravlax with Ginger-Mustard Sauce

Hummus With Whole-wheat Pizza Crust Wedges

Pear and Cheese Quesadillas

Crostini with Pea Shoots and Strawberries

Spicy Buffalo Wings with a Healthier Spin

Asparagus and Salmon Spring Rolls

Roasted Skewered Shrimp with Warm Citrus Butter

Spanakopita

Greek Meatballs with Tzatziki

Party Hors D'oeuvres: A Trio of Cheese Balls

Classic Creamy Spinach Dip

Goat Cheese and Poblano Quesadillas with Pineapple-Mango-Habanero Salsa

Coconut Curry Shrimp

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Triple Threat Loaded Baked Potato Soup

I dream about this kind of soup. It's completely decadent. What makes this Baked Potato Soup recipe a triple threat? Let's see, it has lots of ham, it's full of bacon and extra sharp cheddar cheese. It is the best dang soup you could ever imagine

Chipotle Chili Butternut Squash Soup

For this soup recipe, I swapped ginger for assertive chipotle chilis in adobo sauce. Smoky, fiery chipotle chilis are the perfect antidote to boring butternut squash soup. With cilantro, onions and cumin, this soup has a decidedly Southwest flair

Easy Creamy Leek and Potato Soup

This classic French Potato and Leek Soup recipe that couldn't be more comforting on a cold winter day. It's an easy recipe that requires only a few ingredients. The addition of a bread slice adds to the 'creamy' texture of the soup without using cream

Split Pea Soup: A Seriously Simple Standby

Split Pea Soup is a satisfying soup for cold days and evenings. Here, I share two of my favorite recipes -- Split Pea Soup with Yam and Cumin; and Yellow Split Pea Soup with Mushrooms and Smoked Turkey

7 Principles for Making Better Soup in a Slow Cooker

If you're trying to adapt a regular soup recipe to your slow cooker or to improve one you've already made, here are a few slow-cooking tips to help you make the best soup ever

Very Green Lentil Soup

Lentils seem to go with just about anything, and here they play well with a collection of greens and some cumin and coriander to add a gentle spicy note to this soup recipe. The result is a hearty winter soup with layers of flavor

A Soup for Mushroom Lovers

I'm hooked on mushrooms. And Hungarian Mushroom Soup, full of creamy fungi, dill weed and paprika, is a marvelous way to enjoy them

Roasted Cauliflower and Potato Soup with Dill Whipped Cream

When the weather turned cold, something came over me and I found myself making this roasted cauliflower soup. Its inspiration came from many different places: a new cookbook, a dish I saw on a restaurant menu, and a new food mill

Spinach and Goat Cheese Bisque

A little fresh goat cheese and a touch of butter are just enough to make this spinach soup silky, creamy and a little nutty -- but not enough to overdo it

Cashew Tomato Soup

This Cashew Tomato Soup recipe has hippie roots, but its rich and spicy creaminess makes it a favorite for modern palates as well. It's a quick and simple dish that can easily be made ahead of time and reheated just before serving

Yin Yang Soup

You don't have to get extravagant to celebrate in your own home. Even a few thoughtfully chosen ingredients or an imaginative but easy presentation style can make your Chinese New Year's meal memorable. Consider, for example, my Yin Yang Soup

Apple-Butternut Squash Soup

As we head into the depth of winter, it only seems right to offer a recipe for a soup that is chock full of vegetables and even a little bit of fruit. I've been making this creamy Apple-Butternut Squash Soup for years

Your Winter Rx in a Pot: Chicken Soup

You've got the sniffles. It's chilly outside. You want nothing more than to wrap yourself in a big ol' blanket and settle down with a mug of chicken noodle soup. Am I right? Then this is the chicken soup recipe for you

Roasted Winter Squash Soup with Red Bell Pepper Swirl

Squashes, broth and seasonings, make up the majority of this soup recipe ingredients. Yes, there's also some butter and cream. But, when you divide them by the maximum number of bowlfuls you get, 12, you see how healthy the soup really is

Roasted Pumpkin-Apple Soup

One of the pleasures of fall is velvety pumpkin soup. Apples add just a hint of sweetness to this recipe, which is easy to put together. The soup is satisfying yet low in cholesterol and fat, and high in potassium

Clams Steamed with Corn, Bacon and Fingerlings

I think of this recipe as clam chowder revisited. No flour, nor is it soupy -- just the essential clam chowder flavors coming together in a fresh approach

Chicken Posole: A Fun Weeknight Dinner Soup

Posole is everything we love about southwestern cuisine. The fact that everyone gets to choose their own garnishes makes this soup a fun family meal or dinner party entree

Spinach Soup with Rosemary Croutons

Rosemary has a strong flavor, but offers only a subtle hint in this spinach soup. If you like, any seasonal greens you have on hand can be substituted for the spinach

Light, Creamy and Dairy-Free Fish Chowder

I came up with this chowder as a light yet comforting weeknight dinner. The broth skips the usual milk or cream and is instead thickened by pureeing cooked potatoes and aromatics into a flavorful base studded with chunks of white fish and vegetables

White Chicken Chili

This White Chicken Chili recipe is really good right off the stove, but it keeps getting better if you are willing to wait. Use a heavy hand when you season -- now is not the time to cut back on salt, be sure to grind in plenty of black pepper

Some Swear by Chicken Soup to Battle Flu

During flu season, people often look to the kitchen, rather than the medicine cabinet, for relief.

Creamy Corn, Potato and Sausage Chowder with Corn Relish

I add sausage for depth of flavor and cheddar cheese for richness. Then I adorn each serving with a simple corn relish. And, this chowder recipe turns out just like I want it to: wonderfully thick and creamy with a deep corn flavor

Super-Fast One-Pot Chili

Here's a Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili recipe that is made in one pot; done in less than an hour; and delicious and healthy, too

Zesty Chicken Chili

I can't think of a better food for the cold days upon us than a big bowl of comforting chili. Chilies are the key ingredients in a robust and flavorful chili

Ultimate Beef Chili

More than simply delicious, healthy chili is an easy one-pot meal made with ingredients you already have on hand. Use these simple tricks to make chili healthy but still hearty and satisfying

Minestrone Soup with Clams and Saffron Pasta

I love good vegetable soup at any time of year. But spring feels especially perfect for making a soup full of all kinds of different vegetables. That's one of the best ways I know to welcome the season of rebirth. My recipe for Minestrone with Clams and Saffron Pasta is a fine example of just that sort of preparation

Carrot-Ginger Soup with Pumpernickel Croutons

On cold days, nothing is as comforting as hot soup, and one of the best flavor combinations for soups at this time of year is sweet and savory. The following Carrot-Ginger Soup recipe is all about building flavor one on top of the other

Salmorejo: Classic Spanish Cold Soup Recipe

Fresh Springtime Asparagus Soup

Black Bean, Sweet Potato and Quinoa Chili

Classic New England Clam Chowder

Cabbage Beet Borscht

Sherry-Garlic Soup with Smoked Paprika

Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup

Curried Coconut Carrot Soup

Vegetarian Matzo Ball Soup

Homemade Tomato Soup

Mushroom and Barley Soup

Broccoli and White Bean Soup

Sweet Vidalia Onion Soup

Pureed Broccoli Soup

Corn and Tomato Soup

Sweet Corn Chowder with Bacon and Jalapeno Cream

Turkey-Butternut Tortilla Soup with Zesty Lime Sour Cream

White Bean Soup With Tomatoes and Spinach

Watermelon Gazpacho

Miso Soup with Rice and Poached Egg

Chicken-Vegetable Stracciatella

Roasted Butternut Squash-Sweet Potato Soup

Vietnamese Beef and Noodle Soup

Vegetable Tortilla Soup

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Pasta with Asparagus, Ricotta and Prosciutto

Orecchiette are just the right shape for this pasta resipe. You can also use penne, fusilli or bow-tie pasta. This creamy sauce, delicate yet packed with garlic and crushed red pepper essence, is sure to be a favorite for the most demanding pasta lover

Ragu Bolognese: A Building Block of Great Italian Dishes

Ragu bolognese is an essential building block for some of the greatest dishes in the canon of Italian cooking, but few rival the simple preparation of Tagliatelle al Ragu

Pici con Sugo d'Agnello

Much like fat spaghetti, this shape originates in the Tuscan hill town of Siena and is found throughout northern Italy. Traditionally, pici is an eggless pasta, made simply of semolina flour and water

Alpine-Style Macaroni and Cheese with Bacon

If you had to pick just one dish that represents the category of comfort food better than any other, what would it be? My pick would be good old fashioned mac and cheese. My recipe combines the classic Alpine cheeses

Farfalle Abruzzese with Veal, Porcini and Spinach

This pasta dish is inspired by the region of Abruzzo, among the most mountainous regions in Italy and home of some of the country's most interesting cooking

Manicotti Baresi al Forno

Baked pasta is classic comfort food and easy to make. This recipe can be made just as easily with any shape of pasta. I start with a simple filling of veal, lamb and prosciutto cotto, egg and herbs

Penne alla Vodka: This Pasta is a Carb-Lover's Dream

My memory may have gotten the best of me, and the tastes and colors of that childhood pasta have blurred. Just how similar this penne alla vodka recipe is, I will never know

Angel Hair Pasta with Heirloom Tomatoes, Garlic and Fresh Basil

Try substituting heirloom tomatoes for the usual kind in all kinds of fresh tomato recipes like the angel hair pasta recipe I share here

Bucatini with Crayfish, Jalapeno and Basil

Use American crayfish in this Italian-style preparation for a supremely delicious combination of Italian flavors and domestic ingredients

Corzetti with Pesto: Ligurian Pasta Specialty

The beauty of pesto genovese is that it's a no-cook pasta sauce. Combine the basil, garlic and pine nuts in a food processor or with a mortar and pestle. Add Pargmigiano-Reggiano and olive oil, and mix to your desired consistency

Spaghetti with Mascarpone, Meyer Lemon, Spinach and Hazelnuts

Mascarpone is a soft sweet cheese. Not sugar sweet, but mild and milky with just the tiniest bit of tang. The Meyer lemon has that same quality. They make a great sauce together, lighter than a typical cream sauce but still silky and rich

Baked Pasta with Tomato Red Pepper and Sweet Sausage Sauce

Here I have made a flavorful sauce of sweet sausage, tomatoes, roasted red peppers and arugula, enriched with some cream. The sauce clings to the pasta and the arugula offers a pleasant slightly bitter counterpoint to the red pepper tomato sauce

Slow-Cooker Vegetarian Lasagna

Sure, the slow cooker's great for stews and soups, but it also happens to make a mean lasagna! In this ingenious slow-cooker recipe, all you have to do is chop your veggies, then layer the ingredients (raw) into the crockpot

Spaghetti with Toasted Breadcrumbs and Oregano

This is the sort of pasta recipe you can pull together without so much as going to the market. The only ingredients you might not have in your pantry are Italian parsley and oregano

Pork Ragu with Semolina Gnocchi

Always being fascinated with the similarities between Italian and Southern cuisine, I wanted to make a recipe using flavors more familiar to me, while still keeping it true to its roots

Pasta with Spicy Tomato and Sausage Sauce

Here's a pasta dish that is made ahead and only needs to be baked just before serving. This baked pasta is a fresh innovation on the heavy tomato and cheese casseroles of my childhood

Gnocchi with Farmers Market Fresh Vegetables

Sauteing farmers' market vegetables creates the sauce. Toss in the cooked gnocchi and you're ready for a great meal. Perfect for a summertime lunch or dinner

White Corn Agnolotti

These little bite-sized ravioli cousins feature a filling of white corn freshly grated from the cob, mixed with cream, cheeses, and seasonings, tossed in a quick broth-and-butter sauce

Key to Stress-Free Risotto: Know When to Leave it Alone

Risotto is not the high-maintenance dish it's made out to be. The anxiety surrounding the cult of risotto originates from one of the most common errors of a household cook: his inability to let things sit

Kale Pesto

Adapt the kale pesto recipe in spring with spinach, a mix of greens in summer and once fall and winter come around again try all those hearty greens like kale, chard, collards and rapin

The Joys of Homemade Pasta

Do you know how easy it is to make pasta at home? Really easy! Here's a great recipe for a basic egg pasta and a step-by-step guide through the entire process

Spicy Eggplant Fettuccine with Tomatoes and Goat Cheese

When you toss pasta with a sauce featuring earthy vegetables along with creamy and tangy goat cheese, you have a main course that will be certain to sustain you. So, let me share with you my simple strategy for preparing such pasta dishes

Panzerotti Pugliesi

Panzerotti are a stuffed pastry native to the southern Italian regions of Apulia (Puglia) and Campania. Think of them as large fried ravioli or a small calzone

Basil, Shrimp and Zucchini Pasta

This quick-cooking, healthy dinner recipe is a simple combination of zucchini, shrimp and pasta flecked with plenty of fresh basil

Mushroom Risotto with Caramelized Onions

Looking for something rich and satisfying for dinner tonight? Here's a creamy, thick, baked rice dish full of dark mushroom flavor

Tortellini Primavera

This creamy tortellini and vegetable pasta recipe is a real crowd-pleaser. To make it even quicker, you can use frozen chopped vegetables

Gnocchi With Pumpkin Rosemary Sauce

For a fast, easy and healthy dinner, turn to canned pumpkin and whole-wheat gnocchi to make this Gnocchi With Pumpkin Rosemary Sauce recipes

Fresh Pasta Rounds with Spinach-Ricotta Mousse

Fettuccine with Ramp Pesto

Pesto Pasta with Lemon, Spinach, Edamame and Toasted Almonds

Tomato, Broccoli and Mozzarella Pasta Casserole

Gnocchi with Wild Mushrooms and Rosemary Sauce

Ravioli Gnudi

Orzo with Caramelized Vegetables and Ginger

Eleventh-Hour Freezer Pasta, Made Interesting

Healthy Macaroni and Cheese

20-Minute Stovetop Mac and Cheese

Whole-grain Macaroni and Cheese

Apple-Pork Ragu with Papardelle

Chili, Lemon and Basil Shrimp with Israeli Couscous

Angel Hair Pasta with Smoked Salmon

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Shaved Asparagus Salad

This salad is a great way to put a new spin on asparagus. You'll be surprised by the taste of it raw; it's so fresh and crunchy. A simple vinaigrette is all you need to make the asparagus shine like it should. Try it as an appetizer or side dish

Wheat Berry Salad with Blood Oranges, Feta and Red Onion Vinaigrette

A simple salad with some winter citrus and salty feta seemed like a good idea, and it all turned out very tasty. Light yet satisfying, this Wheat Berry Salad recipe makes a perfect lunch or dinner side salad this time of year

Barley Cranberry Salad

Combine uncooked barley with water, boil, cover and simmer until the liquid is absorbed and the grains are soft. From here, the possibilities are endless -- including this Barley Cranberry Salad

Thai Grilled Steak Salad

This is my take on the classic Thai salad yam neua, which is the dish I suggest to friends who are looking to escape from the usual pad thai rut. I use the meat as more of a garnish

How To Make a Better Side Salad

What is the perfect simple salad? Here are some guiding principles on making a quick salad. This will make enough side salad to feed 2 to 4 people

Crab Louie with Thousand Island Dressing and Fresh Tomato Relish

When summertime's heat begins to drag you down, no main course does a better job of making you feel refreshed and lightened than a main course salad. One of my favorite summer main course salads is Crab Louie

Farro Salad With Cucumber and Tomato

Farro, a nutty and sweet whole grain, makes for a deliciously light and filling salad at barbeques and picnics

Shredded Kale and Romaine Salad with Quinoa, Currants and Almonds

I tasted this at The Napa Valley Grill in Los Angeles and thought it would be even better with a few changes

Red Rice Salad with Apples, Walnuts and Gorgonzola

This savory, earthy salad -- with just a hint of sweetness from the apple -- features unique ingredients that are sure to impress at large parties and family gatherings

Simple Green Salad with Citronette

Frisee and radicchio are both assertive, slightly bitter greens that add color and texture to any salad. Match them with mellower-flavored greens, such as red leaf lettuce, baby spinach or even Boston lettuce

Classic Waldorf Salad

This Classic Waldorf Salad recipe is a bite of the past but not without contemporary updates such as creme fraiche instead of sour cream and serving it inside a hollowed-out apple

Pear and Prosciutto Salad with Late-Harvest-Wine Vinaigrette

This Pear and Prosciutto Salad with Late-Harvest-Wine Vinaigrette recipe makes an ideal first course for a holiday meal, whether Christmas dinner or a New Year's Eve gathering. It highlights fresh pears

Autumn Pear and Burrata Salad with Eiswein Vinaigrette

Try my Autumn Pear and Burrata Salad with Eiswein Vinaigrette recipe to help you savor burrata at its best. Then have fun coming up with your own variations, making this part of your own repertoire

Greek Salad Santorini-Style

The rich, zesty vinaigrette in this Greek Salad recipe gets great authentic flavor from the fresh oregano, and is further enhanced by the fresh mint and parsley

Farro Salad with Nectarines, Basil and Toasted Pine Nuts

In this farro salad recipe, sweet nectarines are paired with salty ricotta salata and the assertive grain in a creative combination that works beautifully

Brown Rice Salad with Apples, Walnuts and Cherries

Need a gluten-free, vegetarian recipe to bring to a picnic or barbecue? This brown rice salad is full of tasty bits of treasure

Flageolet Bean Salad with Carrots and Fennel

In this Flageolet Bean Salad recipe I play with Mediterranean flavors such as fennel, garlic, lemon and olive oil

Salads for Earth Day and Every Day

I'm including two of my favorite salad recipes here to get your started. Try one, and have fun composing your own fresh salads throughout the spring and summer

Massaged Kale Salad

In this recipe, a pungent garlicky dressing is infused into kale by massaging the greens and the dressing together with your hands. Any type of kale will work in this kale salad; just remember to remove the tough stems before you start

Radicchio Salad with Green Olives and Parmesan

The salad itself is so simple -- just a handful of ingredients. The olives should be Castelvetrano olives, which are lighter and not so pungent. Use the sweetest, richest balsamic you can for the dressing

Roasted Eggplant Salad with Smoked Almonds and Goat Cheese

The eggplant is tossed with olive oil and a touch of vinegar, smoked paprika and cumin, and roasted until soft and buttery. Then I toss it with chopped smoked, salted almonds, goat cheese, parsley and a touch of lemon

Warm Goat Cheese Salad with Arugula and Radicchio

One of my favorite salad stars, however, is the fresh, creamy goat cheese sometimes labeled with its French term, chevre. As you'll see in my recipe for Goat Cheese Salad with Arugula and Radicchio

A Lighter and Healthier Macaroni Salad

This version is simple and deliciously plain. A combination of low-fat mayo and sour cream lightens up the dressing, and whole-wheat elbow noodles, spinach and edamame add extra nutrients

Red Potato Salad with Scallions and Radishes

This potato salad has green onions for savory, and red radish slices for crunch and color. I also call for a couple specialty ingredients: smoked olive oil and citrus ponzu

BLT Salad: A Bacon Recipe That Won't Wreck Your Diet

Here's a salad version of America's favorite sandwich. We use shredded tomato as a base for the creamy tomato-and-chive dressing -- adding great tang and flavor along with extra vitamin C

Springtime Soba with Miso Sauce

This soba noodle salad features seasonal gifts like tender asparagus and peppery radishes, watercress and chives. This one-dish vegetarian meal both satisfies and enlivens the palate

Warm Ginger-Orange Radicchio Salad

A bold and bright enhancement to salads, this radicchio salad recipe pairs well with ginger and orange

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Quinoa and Black Bean Salad with Citrus-Coriander Dressing

Farmers Market Nicoise Salad

Mango Jicama Salad with Lime Dressing and Pepitas

Supercharged Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

Two Endive Salad with Pears, Walnuts and Blue Cheese

Roasted Beet Salad with Pecans and Goat Cheese Crostini

Greek Salad: Simplicity at its Best

Tomato, Onion and Cucumber Salad

Wolfgang's Caesar Salad

Asian Tabouleh Salad

Autumn Harvest Chicken Salad

Colorful Lentil Salad with Walnuts and Herbs

Crabmeat Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette In Avocado Halves

Chicken Salad Nicoise

Cucumber Salad

Asian Sweet-and-sour Four-bean Salad

Lobster Salad with Green Beans, Apple and Avocado

My Autumn Soup, Sandwich, and Salad Combo

Confetti Cucumber and Radish Salad Recipe

Heirloom Tomato Salad With Grilled Shrimp

Heirloom Tomatoes with Peaches and Burrata

Warm Chickpea Salad with Cumin and Garlic

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Spaghetti Squash with Asparagus, Ricotta, Lemon and Thyme

What fun it would be to come up with a light supper dish that uses both of these ingredients! I roasted the squash and the asparagus and combined them with ricotta and pine nuts for richness. I used lemon and thyme to add brightness and acidity

Pork Chops with Peppers and Capers

This Pork Chops with Peppers and Capers recipe is in the style of the zingara or Gypsy. The name -- Cotolette alla Zingara -- must be because of the colorful components of this fiery, festive dish. It's the perfect weeknight meal

Beef Daube: A Bright Provencal Stew

Provence has beef daube, a Mediterranean-style stew with bright flavors influenced by the cooking of Italy and North Africa. This stew might not be as well known as beef Burgundy, but it's amazing in it's own right

Braised Lentils and Chard Topped with an Egg

An egg can make a complete meal out of many dishes but one of the best combinations, I think, is eggs with lentils and greens. Here I've braised lentils and chard with aromatics and herbs, and then rounded off the dish with a yolky fried or poached egg

Roast Chicken and Sweet Potatoes

Caramelized sweet potatoes and red onion are the bed for chicken thighs that cook up fast in a very hot oven -- perfect for a quick healthy chicken dinner. Serve this recipe with a fall salad of mixed greens, sliced apples and blue cheese

Lamb Shanks with Leeks and Grapes

One of my favorite preparations of braised lamb is a dish of lamb shanks with leeks and grapes. Use a rich grape, like Concord, to bring a sweetness to the meat. Cook slowly and you can't go wrong

Chicken Marengo Over Polenta

Chicken Marengo is an amazing Italian dish. Serving this over polenta also makes this comfort food to the max. The flavors are over the top, and you will love how moist the chicken becomes

Slow Cooker Coconut and Green Curry Pork

Want something spicy, hearty and easy for dinner this week? Whip out your slow cooker and make this five-ingredient green curry pork. It takes 15 minutes to set up, and when all is said and done you'll have tender, rich and spicy pork curry

Prime Rib Roast with Horseradish Cream and Cabernet Sauce

In this recipe, a seasoning paste creates a crispy crust as well as extra flavor. I prefer horseradish cream, but I also include a simple sauce for those who must have their gravy. I like to serve this with mashed potatoes and braised spinach for a memorable holiday dinner

Chicken with Creamy Braised Leeks

A touch of heavy cream, a few garlic cloves and thyme sprigs round out the flavor of tender braised leeks with chicken in this recipe. The rich, silky sauce is wonderful over whole-wheat egg noodles or mashed potatoes

Roast Rack of Lamb Persillade

Rack of Lamb Persillade is a favorite. Persillade is a mixture of bread crumbs, parsley and garlic moistened with olive oil. Patted onto the lamb and quickly browned under the broiler, the crumbs create a crisp, golden brown crust

Braised Brisket of Beef with Onions and Garlic

This recipe is a cross between my mom's brisket and the best pot roast you'll ever taste. This comforting potted beef braises slowly atop an onion, leek and beer compote, heightened with the addition of whole braised garlic clove

Almond and Lemon Crusted Fish with Spinach

Coating fish with nuts and baking it is an easy, foolproof way to cook it elegantly. And it is especially nice with a mild white fish like cod or halibut. The spinach turns a little yellowy because it's cooked with the acidic lemon juice

Crispy Duck Breast with Cherry Port Sauce

I can't think of a better dish to serve than this crispy duck breasts recipe. Easy to prepare for a novice cook, duck breasts are the best combination of a crispy duckling and the meatiness of a good steak

Baked Chicken with Bacon: A Smoky, Garlicky Chicken Dish

This Baked Chicken with Bacon recipe is a big dish of food, smoky, garlicky and tender, with extra flavorful sauce to save and pour over pasta or rice later. It's a family dish, one that children should love unreservedly

Miso-Glazed Black Cod

My recipe for Miso-Glazed Black Cod offers a good example of how you can cook smartly at home by creating meals that feature healthful ingredients while also enjoying delicious foods

Individual Pot Roasts with Thyme-Glazed Carrots

This is a 2-hour recipe, no more -- a very reasonable amount of time for a weekday supper. It even comes with its own vegetable: Snappy carrots, cooked until tender but still bright, perked up with fresh thyme

Butternut Squash, Sage and Parmesan Pasties

After visiting Cornwall earlier this year, I was determined to bake up my own version of the iconic pasty. When winter squash hit my farmers market, I knew what was going to fill that buttery shortcrust

Three Color Fried Rice

I was first introduced to this simple, yet tasty, dish as a young girl in a Cantonese restaurant. I remember the flavor enhancers of the plain fried rice. Through the years, I have reinterpreted this dish for many a quick night supper

Pineapple-Honey Glazed Ham

This pre-cooked ham is heated and glazed with complimentary mustard pineapple sauce. If your family enjoys ham for Easter dinner, they will certainly like this recipe and be thrilled to have plenty of leftovers for the rest of the week

Fruity Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

I have made these healthy fruity quinoa stuffed peppers several times now, experimenting with different ingredients, and this version is the winner. Nutrient-rich colored bell peppers are the vessel for a flavorful and textured quinoa stuffing

Sauteed Pork Medallions in Port Wine Sauce with Spinach

As part of the Pork Medallions recipe, I include quickly wilted spinach, which adds a vegetable side that also serves to soak up the sauce. Serve some rice pilaf or potatoes along with it and you have an incredibly elegant main course

Viennese Fried Chicken with Lemon-Rosemary Butter Sauce

In the depths of winter, it feels like summer and its many eating pleasures are a long way off. But then, I remind myself that cooking just the right recipe can change one's spirits as is the case with this Viennese Fried Chicken

Farfalle Abruzzese with Veal, Porcini and Spinach

This pasta dish is inspired by the region of Abruzzo, among the most mountainous regions in Italy and home of some of the country's most interesting cooking

Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura

The batter, bite-sized morsels, and dipping sauces for tempura are very easy to prepare in advance. Everybody loves the crispy, flavorful results. Serve a steady flow of tempura, and your guests will feel they've really had a memorable holiday party

Smoky Maple-Mustard Salmon

It doesn't get much easier -- or more delicious -- than this speedy recipe for roast salmon topped with a smoky maple-mustard sauce. The sweetness of the maple balances the tangy mustard

Pan-Seared Fish Fillets with White Bean Ragout and Cherry Tomato Vinaigrette

This Pan-Seared Fish Fillets with White Bean Ragout and Cherry Tomato Vinaigrette recipe makes a spectacular main course for a casual dinner party or a family supper alike

Pork Cutlets with Sweet and Sour Apples

Turkey Lasagna

Thai Green Curry with Chicken

Mushrooms on Toast: A Light, Surprisingly Satisfying Supper

French Onion Beef Tenderloin

Manicotti Baresi al Forno

Lemon-Thyme-Marinated Pork Tenderloin

Slow Roasted Salmon with Miso Vinaigrette

Santa Maria-style Barbecue

Austrian-Style Boiled Beef with Pickled Pumpkin

Fire-Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Asian Spices

Chicken and Artichokes in Wine Sauce

Chicken Posole

Ginger and Cilantro Baked Tilapia

Chinois Marinated Grilled Lamb Chops with Cilantro-Mint Salsa

Pork Tenderloin with Strawberry-Mango Salsa

Bucatini with Crayfish, Jalapeno and Basil

The Secret to Cooking Juicy Pork Chops Without the Fat

Braised Lamb Shanks

Cajun-Style Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Nancy Silverton's Burrata with Speck, Peas and Mint

Baked Panko Rockfish with Gingery Cabbage

Stuffed Cabbage with an Italian Inflection

Beef Rouladen with Brunoise Vegetables and Red Wine

Beef Daube: A Bright Provencal Stew

Classic Beef Stew

Pan-Seared Pork Chops

Chicken Potpie

Garlic-Ponzu Shrimp with Lo Mein Noodles

Stews and Casseroles

Pan Broiled Lamb Chops

Sauteed Lamb With Zucchini And Eggplant

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Sesame Green Beans

This Sesame Green Beans recipe takes the place of Asian-style noodles and does it well, with a crisp texture and a creamy dressing. I like to serve this recipe with lamb. It also makes a lovely salad for lunch along with grilled shrimp or chicken

How to Make the Best Mashed Potatoes

Is there nothing more comforting and delicious than mashed potatoes? This warm, creamy, dairy-laden starch might be more of an indulgence than everyday fare these days, so I say go all out and do it right

Sweet Potato Fries: Good to Eat and Good for You

Sweet potato fries are a great alternative to regular potato fries because they are packed with vitamins and minerals. Use garnet yams for this dish. They are sliced thickly and are coated with a lively herb and spice olive oil mixture

Broccoflower, Carrot and Leek Ragout with Thyme, Orange and Tapenade

If it's winter, I must be cooking broccoflower. I've sauteed, roasted, stir-fried and quick-braised broccoflower, but it's very cold here today and I thought the following Broccoflower, Carrot and Leek Ragout recipe would be satisfying

Roasted Kabocha Squash with an Orange-Honey Glaze

I created this recipe for Roasted Kabocha Squash with Orange-Honey Glaze and can't stop making it. Roasting the Kabocha squash renders it irresistibly tender, while the sweet and spicy orange-honey glaze enhances its inherent sugary goodness

Potato, Squash and Goat Cheese Gratin

This delicious rustic recipe makes a great vegetarian dinner or a pretty side dish. It also happens to be simple to put together: Yellow squash is layered in a jumble with sliced red potato and goat cheese. No cream is needed at all

Soft Polenta with Grilled Portobellos and Treviso

This polenta recipe can be accompanied by any number of ragus, vegetables or meats. It's the perfect substitute for pasta

Minty, Mushy English Peas

Mushy peas are a traditional British side dish. My version of mushy peas may or may not be 'proper,' but they are delicious. Bright, vibrant green with just a hint of mint, they're great with fish or chicken

Crispy and Irresistible Oven-Baked BBQ Fries

So what's a girl to do with five russet potatoes sitting on the counter? Cut them into thick wedges and slather them with barbecue sauce? Why not

Shaved Asparagus Salad

This salad is a great way to put a new spin on asparagus. You'll be surprised by the taste of it raw; it's so fresh and crunchy. A simple vinaigrette is all you need to make the asparagus shine like it should. Try it as an appetizer or side dish

Roasted Sweet and Spicy Butternut Squash

By all means, play with the recipe. Butternut squash also loves sage. Just season squash with salt and pepper and add a handful of fresh chopped sage in the last few minutes of the cooking time. Or try fresh chopped rosemary or thyme

Home-Cooked Beans: Not As Hard As You Thought

If you've avoided cooking beans at home because you've heard that they are troublesome, finicky or complicated, it's time to think again. Cooking beans is no more bother than filling a pot of water and letting it simmer

Austrian 'Napkin' Dumplings

A mixture of dried bread cubes, buttery sauteed onion and garlic, chopped fresh herbs, egg, and milk is securely wrapped up as a plump sausage shape. The result is a side dish that makes a perfect companion to any dish that features a wonderful, rich sauce

Cornbread Stuffing with Brussels Sprouts and Squash

With the holidays coming up, the search is on for new twists on the standard dinner elements. One place to make an impression is the side dishes, and this cornbread stuffing is no exception

Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Winter Squash

This Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Winter Squash recipe is a great side dish in the cooler months. The firm, slightly brown Brussels sprouts mingle nicely with the creamy, bright orange squash pieces

Baked Sweet Potatoes with Orange-Raisin Sauce

The deep orange color of sweet potatoes is a calling card for its stash of antioxidants called carotenoids--the major one being beta-carotene, which can be turned into vitamin A in your body

Homemade Apple Sauce

Homemade applesauce is infinitely better than bottled. With no additives or preservatives, it's healthier too. Here's how I make homemade apple sauce

Romanesco alla Diavola

Romanesco can be served raw, lightly cooked, or cooked through. I usually saute it slowly with garlic and lemon zest, and punctuate with red pepper flakes for zing as in this Romanesco alla Diavola recipe

Three Color Fried Rice

I was first introduced to this simple, yet tasty, dish as a young girl in a Cantonese restaurant. I remember the flavor enhancers of the plain fried rice. Through the years, I have reinterpreted this dish for many a quick night supper

Fruity Quinoa Stuffed Peppers

I have made these healthy fruity quinoa stuffed peppers several times now, experimenting with different ingredients, and this version is the winner. Nutrient-rich colored bell peppers are the vessel for a flavorful and textured quinoa stuffing

Three-Colored Vegetable Loaf

Whatever the combination, I encourage you to give this Three-Colored Vegetable Loaf recipe a try for your next dinner party, or just for a family meal when you have a little extra prep time. Make it a classic in your own kitchen repertoire

Parsnips with Horseradish and Chives

This Parsnips with Horseradish and Chives recipe works next to a turkey or with poultry or braised meet for weekday meals. It beautifully captures the flavors of autumn

Pumpkin Risotto

Making a great pumpkin risotto is one trick whose secrets I can reveal. It starts by selecting the right pumpkin

Greek-Style Braised Green Beans

This recipe is inspired by the Greek-style beans I used to eat at my favorite Greek restaurant. The wine brings out summery flavors in this warm dish, and they turn out soft but not mushy, firm but not crunchy

Green Beans: Fresh and Packed with Nutrients

Though red and yellow vegetables are most associated with health-promoting carotenoid pigments, green beans also belong to those ranks

Zucchini Ribbons With Lime, Garlic, Cilantro and Mint

This Zucchini Ribbons recipe is a really quick saute that requires very little effort to deliver a dish with restaurant-quality good looks and a lovely flavor and texture

How to Cook Fresh Artichokes

Here are my foolproof steps for preparing and trimming artichokes, plus 4 easy ways to cook them

Tomato-Corn Quiche

Fried Zucchini Flowers with Parmigiano and Thyme

Grilled Corn Seriously Simple

For Stress-Free Veggie Grilling, Grab a Basket

How to Make Elote, Or Mexican Grilled Corn

Fava Beans with Red Onion and Bacon

Tri-Color Slaw with Lime Dressing

Herbed Mushroom Gruyere Quiche

Brussels Sprouts with Pecorino and Thyme

Fried Artichokes

Mario Batali's Spaghetti Squash Italian Style

Slow-Cooked Broccoli with Lemon Breadcrumbs

Brown Sugar-Glazed Beets

Garden Vegetable Saute: The Little Black Dress of Side Dishes

Maple Apple Baked Beans

Potato and Onion Gratin

Broccoli Rabe: Broccoli's Bolder Cousin

Cheesy Tex-Mex Rice

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Natalie's Lemon Cream Pie with Nilla Wafer Crust

This classic American Lemon Cream Pie dessert uses condensed milk, which when combined with citrus thickens and becomes the filling. I especially like the crispy vanilla cookie crust that envelops the silky, citrus custard filling

Creamy Chocolate Gelato

This ultra-chocolaty, dairy-free Sicilian-style gelato is relatively lean but still creamy-smooth and flavorful. The coconut milk used for the base gives it a silky, rich mouthfeel and a subtle coconut flavor

Baked Pears in Red Wine and Port Wine Glaze

I hope you'll try this Baked Pears in Red Wine and Port Wine Glaze recipe whether you are serving a crowd or just a small group. Serve them at room temperature or reheat them just before serving; either way, this dessert will shine

Baked Eggnog Custards

What makes me smile most about this baked custard recipe is that it's a tradition that I've made my own. And the older I get, the more I realize that's what the holidays are all about

Peppermint Pattie Pots de Creme Custard

Unlike traditional uber-rich custard recipes, this Peppermint Pattie Pots de Creme custard uses low-fat milk, only 3 egg yolks and 1/2 cup of half-and-half for its creamy richness

Fig and Raspberry Bakewell Tarts

This tart recipe would work well with strawberry, cherry, apricot or almost any other fruit preserve. The figs paired wonderfully with this particular flavor, but for a more traditional bakewell tart you could replace them with flaked almonds

Coconut Black Rice Pudding

This Thai dessert is my favorite way to get my fix at home. Made with sticky whole-grain black rice, coconut milk and toasted coconut, this warm rice pudding is creamy, sweet, a little savory and very coconutty. It's also dairy-free and gluten-free

Hot Baked Nutella and Cream Cheese Sandwich

This is all dessert. Here's what's involved: Nutella. Cream cheese. A sprinkle of salt, and the best crusty Italian bread you can find, sliced as thin as you can

Shortbread with Chocolate and Candied Walnuts

This Shortbread with Chocolate and Candied Walnuts recipe is a crowd-pleaser, to be sure, and, best of all, it's really simple to prepare

Carrot Sheet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

My aunt happily shared the recipe with me a while back when I asked for it. She then went on to describe so many tweaks, adjustments and variations that I'm convinced this is now solely her own. In turn, I have made my own tweaks and adjustments

Pithiviers

What makes classic French pastry Pithiviers so special? First of all, it's based on puff pastry, with thin, flaky layers that taste seductively buttery and yet feel so delicate on the lips. And then there's the traditional filling: a seductively rich almond cream

Classic Tarte Tatin

Here's what makes a Tarte Tatin so fabulous: It will still taste like something that came directly from heaven. Creamy-soft apples in a deeply caramelized sauce will cover a multitude of other culinary imperfections

Holiday Buttermilk Cupcakes

Let me offer one little suggestion that might ease your mind about that last-minute holiday baking: Keep it simple. Bake a batch of holiday buttermilk cupcakes!

Chocolate-Peppermint Shortbread

Chocolate and peppermint is a flavor match hard to beat. I'm a fan of this combination in souffles and cakes, so why not in a crumbly classic cookie like this shortbread? This is one of the many delectable cookies you'll find

Spiced Sweet Potato, Cranberry and Pecan Cake with Orange-Cinnamon Glaze

I adore fresh cranberries. And since cranberry season peaks between October and December, now is the perfect time to use them in this Spiced Sweet Potato, Cranberry and Pecan Cake with Orange-Cinnamon Glaze recipe

Pumpkin-Caramel Ice Cream Pie

After a big holiday dinner, a slice of this pie is a refreshing finale. Pumpkin-caramel ice cream pie is now required for our Thanksgiving dessert table, much the same as the turkey is for the main course

Sour Cream Vanilla Cupcakes

This fail-proof recipe is adapted from author Elinor Klivans' book, 'Cupcakes!' Make sure to use a good quality vanilla extract for this recipe so the flavor really stands out

Chocolate Pretzel and Cherry Popcorn Balls

Popcorn balls are cherished tradition at Halloween. This recipe is made with agave nectar and peanut butter, spiked with chocolate-covered pretzels and dried cherries for a lighter but still special treat

Gingerbread with Orange Cream-Cheese Frosting

You'll find that this cake doubles as a treat for your kid's afternoon snack as well as a satisfying adult dessert. I also like to serve it for winter afternoon tea when it's cold outside and the zesty cake boosts everyone's spirits

Chestnut-Apple Ciambella Cake

A ciambella is a simple ring-shaped bread made of egg, shortening and sugar -- basically, an Italian Bundt cake. They can be dressed with glazes, syrups or berry compote. This decadent winter version is inspired by Emilia-Romagna

Apple and Banana Oatmeal Cake

Oatmeal, tart apples, cinnamon and banana paired with cream cheese -- it can't get much better ... unless you add some chopped toasted pecans to this wonderful cake recipe

Cookies-And-Cream Cheese Cake

I'd like to share with you my recipe for cookies-and-cream cheesecake. My doesn't feature store-bought sandwich cookies. Instead, both its crust and its filling feature a richly flavorful, crumbly, home-baked chocolate cookie dough

Maple Pecan Tart with Dried Cherries

Pecan pie is a seasonal favorite. Yet even if you bake it once or twice a year, it's still a good idea to tweak your recipe to keep things interesting. This pecan tart recipe might be just what you're looking for

Bittersweet Chocolate Mousse with Chocolate Cookie Wings

Start with your tried-and-true recipes, ones on which you know you can rely, and add a little trick or two. That's the spirit behind my recipe for Batty Bittersweet Chocolate Mousse with Chocolate Cookie Wings

Homemade Apple Sauce

Homemade applesauce is infinitely better than bottled. With no additives or preservatives, it's healthier too. Here's how I make homemade apple sauce

Walnut Sbrisolona Torta with Blackberries

La torta sbrisolona is a classic crumbly cake from Lombardy, the northern Italian region best known for its capital city, Milan. I pair the cake with blackberries for an American flair

Jammy Raspberry and Walnut Scones

The sweetness of these scones comes mostly from figs whirred into the dough, and they have a fine nuttiness complemented by that sweet pop of raspberry jam

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Warm and Fudgy Pudding Cake

Peach Crostata is Easy as Pie

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Banana-Blueberry Buttermilk Bread

Red Chili-Spiked Chocolate Mousse

Nectarine and Black Pepper Cheesecake

How to Make a Killer Strawberry Milkshake

Peach and Blackberry Crostata

Brown Sugar Peach Shortcakes

Smashed Cherries with Amaretti and Ricotta

Dark Chocolate and Hazelnut Skillet Blondies

Peach Frozen Yogurt

No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake

Caffe Shakerato con Gelato

Creme Brulee Tart with Fresh Strawberries

Frozen Chocolate Oreo Ice Cream Cake

Buttery Popcorn Ice Cream

Chilled Zabaglione with Raspberries and Amaretti

Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream Pie

Chocolate Truffle Pie with Frozen Espresso Sabayon

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Alternative Flours Offer Variety and Nutrition

Whether you're interested in gluten-free eating, trying a new whole grain, or experimenting with new flavors, alternative flours are a great way to ramp up your culinary I.Q. and take any dish beyond the expected

Eat The Whole Plant, From Stem to Root

Chefs are finding newfound inspiration to cook with the entire plant, 'root to stem,' using culinary ingenuity

Veggie Egg Salad

Traditional egg salad isn't exactly the healthiest meal. That's why we set about making healthier egg salad. Using a few simple techniques, we slimmed down egg salad without sacrificing any of its flavor

Waffles Worth Waking Up For

We developed this delicious waffle recipe that even a doctor could approve of. Here's how we made it healthier

Tofu Parmigiana

Tofu-phobic? This Tofu Parmigiana recipe will change your mind

Irish Soda Bread

Make this hearty Irish treat healthy by using whole wheat flour and low-fat buttermil

Everyday Superfoods: 4 Easy and Healthy Quinoa Recipes

This gluten-free whole grain cooks more quickly than rice and tastes even better. Just try our delicious Quinoa recipes

Cantaloupe Boats

I love cantaloupe boats because they're healthy and refreshing. And who wouldn't love that? Feel free to play around with ingredients you like until you find your favorite combo

The Latest Superfoods You Need to Know About

It's easy and smart to add these superfoods (aka nutritional powerhouses) to your diet. So, what are you waiting for?

Surprising Nutrition Facts on Foods

We consulted with our panel of nutrition experts to bring you truth on some common nutrition misperceptions

Let Whole Grains, Milk and Fruit Kick Start Your Day

Starting the day with a healthy breakfast can jumpstart your morning and set a positive tone for the whole day. Take these factors into consideration as you're planning the perfect breakfast to power your day

Are Eggs Part of a Healthy Diet?

Yes! Eggs are a nutrition bonanza, concludes a review of 25 studies on eggs and health

Everyday Superfoods: Oat Recipes You'll Love

Move over, packaged oatmeal. Try one of these four crowd-pleasing favorites for breakfast, lunch and dinner

The Blackberry: Enjoy Summer's Antioxidant Powerhouse

The blackberry's sweet-tart flavor can be as addicting as its smartphone namesake. Plus, they provide a powerful health benefit

Herbs That Boost Flavor and Your Health

Here are four herbs that I constantly use in my dishes for health and therapeutic benefits, and why you should use them too

A Heart-Wise Diet For Life

Based on the current body of science, these are the foods you should power up on to protect your heart from disease

Peanuts Shell Out Many Health Benefits

Peanuts have long been known for reducing the risk of heart disease, and research has since linked them to the prevention of other chronic diseases

The Slimming Power of Pureed Vegetables

Looking for a new and easy way to lose weight? Try sneaking pureed vegetables into your food

Red Banana and Blood Orange Smoothie

Honey has Health Advantages, But Moderation is Key

Secrets for Slimmed-Down Scalloped Potatoes

Stuffed Cabbage with an Italian Inflection

Mario Batali's Spaghetti Squash Italian Style

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8 Healthy Foods That Make You Happy

Fast Breakfasts That Boost Your Health

Affordable Organics for Every Budget

Basil, Shrimp and Zucchini Pasta

Fighting Cancer with Plant Foods

Healthy Comfort Foods

Indian Cuisine: Healthy and Delicious

Is 'Ethnic' Cuisine Healthier?

Pumpkin-Sunflower-Flax Seed Butter: Better Than Peanut Butter

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3 Perfect Post-workout Meals

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Three-Colored Vegetable Loaf

Whatever the combination, I encourage you to give this Three-Colored Vegetable Loaf recipe a try for your next dinner party, or just for a family meal when you have a little extra prep time. Make it a classic in your own kitchen repertoire

Sauteed Pork Medallions in Port Wine Sauce with Spinach

As part of the Pork Medallions recipe, I include quickly wilted spinach, which adds a vegetable side that also serves to soak up the sauce. Serve some rice pilaf or potatoes along with it and you have an incredibly elegant main course

Viennese Fried Chicken with Lemon-Rosemary Butter Sauce

In the depths of winter, it feels like summer and its many eating pleasures are a long way off. But then, I remind myself that cooking just the right recipe can change one's spirits as is the case with this Viennese Fried Chicken

Cookies-And-Cream Cheese Cake

I'd like to share with you my recipe for cookies-and-cream cheesecake. My doesn't feature store-bought sandwich cookies. Instead, both its crust and its filling feature a richly flavorful, crumbly, home-baked chocolate cookie dough

Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura

The batter, bite-sized morsels, and dipping sauces for tempura are very easy to prepare in advance. Everybody loves the crispy, flavorful results. Serve a steady flow of tempura, and your guests will feel they've really had a memorable holiday party

Pumpkin Risotto

Making a great pumpkin risotto is one trick whose secrets I can reveal. It starts by selecting the right pumpkin

Pan-Seared Fish Fillets with White Bean Ragout and Cherry Tomato Vinaigrette

This Pan-Seared Fish Fillets with White Bean Ragout and Cherry Tomato Vinaigrette recipe makes a spectacular main course for a casual dinner party or a family supper alike

Warm Goat Cheese Salad with Arugula and Radicchio

One of my favorite salad stars, however, is the fresh, creamy goat cheese sometimes labeled with its French term, chevre. As you'll see in my recipe for Goat Cheese Salad with Arugula and Radicchio

Austrian 'Napkin' Dumplings

A mixture of dried bread cubes, buttery sauteed onion and garlic, chopped fresh herbs, egg, and milk is securely wrapped up as a plump sausage shape. The result is a side dish that makes a perfect companion to any dish that features a wonderful, rich sauce

Yin Yang Soup

You don't have to get extravagant to celebrate in your own home. Even a few thoughtfully chosen ingredients or an imaginative but easy presentation style can make your Chinese New Year's meal memorable. Consider, for example, my Yin Yang Soup

Miso-Glazed Black Cod

My recipe for Miso-Glazed Black Cod offers a good example of how you can cook smartly at home by creating meals that feature healthful ingredients while also enjoying delicious foods

Spicy Tuna Tartare in Sesame-Miso Cones

I'd like to share with you here one of my all-time favorite hors-d'oeuvres recipe, a mainstay at Spago and all the glamorous functions I get to cater: Spicy Tuna Tartare in Sesame-Miso Cones. And you can make it without too much effort in your own home kitchen

Pear and Prosciutto Salad with Late-Harvest-Wine Vinaigrette

This Pear and Prosciutto Salad with Late-Harvest-Wine Vinaigrette recipe makes an ideal first course for a holiday meal, whether Christmas dinner or a New Year's Eve gathering. It highlights fresh pears

Turkey Lasagna

One of my favorite inspirations is to feature turkey in lasagna. I chop up the turkey meat and moisten it with a good-quality tomato-based pasta sauce

Bittersweet Chocolate Mousse with Chocolate Cookie Wings

Start with your tried-and-true recipes, ones on which you know you can rely, and add a little trick or two. That's the spirit behind my recipe for Batty Bittersweet Chocolate Mousse with Chocolate Cookie Wings

Spinach, Mushroom, Tomato, and Gorgonzola Pizza

A pizza is a delicious edible canvas for a casual but artful combination of flavors and textures, shapes and colors. The art comes in selecting ingredients that complement each other as in this recipe

Pithiviers

What makes classic French pastry Pithiviers so special? First of all, it's based on puff pastry, with thin, flaky layers that taste seductively buttery and yet feel so delicate on the lips. And then there's the traditional filling: a seductively rich almond cream

Roasted Winter Squash Soup with Red Bell Pepper Swirl

Squashes, broth and seasonings, make up the majority of this soup recipe ingredients. Yes, there's also some butter and cream. But, when you divide them by the maximum number of bowlfuls you get, 12, you see how healthy the soup really is

Spicy Eggplant Fettuccine with Tomatoes and Goat Cheese

When you toss pasta with a sauce featuring earthy vegetables along with creamy and tangy goat cheese, you have a main course that will be certain to sustain you. So, let me share with you my simple strategy for preparing such pasta dishes

Focaccia with Fresh Thyme

Be prepared for the possibility that the guests at your table will lavish as much praise on this Focaccia with Fresh Thyme recipe as they do on your main course!

Austrian-Style Boiled Beef with Pickled Pumpkin

Let me intrigue you with a main dish that gets its distinctive character from pumpkin: Austrian-Style Boiled Beef with Pickled Pumpkin. It's a recipe inspired by a dish by renowned chef Heinz Reitbauer

Sauteed Rib-Eye Steaks with Dijon Mustard Sauce and Crispy Onions

My recipe for Sauteed Rib-Eye Steaks with Dijon Mustard Sauce and Crispy Onions is a good example of a dish you can be sure will seem appropriate regardless of what the weather is

Fresh Springtime Asparagus Soup

One of my favorite ways to prepare asparagus is to turn it into a subtly flavorful, beautiful pale green asparagus soup

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Autumn Pear and Burrata Salad with Eiswein Vinaigrette

Chocolate Raspberry Truffles

Catalonian Fire-Roasted Lamb Rack with Romesco Sauce

Chocolate Beignets

Angel Hair Pasta with Heirloom Tomatoes, Garlic and Fresh Basil

Grilled Fresh Ahi Tuna Salad Nicoise

Crab Louie

Acqua Pazza

Individual Baked Alaska

Szechuan Rib-Eye Steaks With Caramelized Shallot Sauce

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