Browned butter is the quick cook’s best-kept secret: Less than two minutes in the pan caramelizes the milk solids in butter for a fragrant, nutty note in any dish. Try not to chop the tomatoes too finely; you want them somewhat chunky so they’ll break down in the sauce faster, but you also want them […]
Lightly charring the lemon slices intensifies their flavor and creates a gorgeous look for this delicious chicken dinner. Be sure to include any of the sweet, tangy liquid the lemons give off in the bowl; it adds incredible depth to the sauce. Ingredients 2 small lemons, cut into thin rounds 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar 4 […]
Port reduces to an intensely fruity, syrupy glaze for the pork loin. You can also omit the port and stir 2 tablespoons unsalted chicken stock into the cherry preserves. Fresh sage or rosemary would work in place of the thyme. Ingredients 3/4 cup ruby port 1/2 cup cherry preserves 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme 1 […]
You’d never believe these crispy little croquettes with veggie relish were whipped up exclusively from pantry and refrigerator/freezer staples. It’s the perfect satisfying supper for those occasions when you’re next grocery shopping trip isn’t gonna happen for a few more days. Ingredients 1 (15-oz.) pkg. frozen baby lima beans (about 2 1/2 cups) 2 cups […]
This is a riff on the classic rice dish bibimbap, in which various toppings are arranged over a bed of rice. Here, Korean shrimp BBQ bowl must-haves such as matchstick-cut carrot, shredded cabbage, and pan-seared shrimp top brown rice. Ingredients 2 cups fresh spinach 1 ounce shiitake mushrooms 1/2 teaspoon canola oil 2/3 cup cooked […]
Remove the foil and arrange fillets over asparagus for a lovely presentation. No grill? Bake the packets at 425° for 15 minutes or until desired degree of doneness. Ingredients Cooking spray 4 (6-oz.) salmon fillets (about 1-in. thick) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper […]
This speedy stir-fry, ready in just 20 minutes, achieves everything we love about Chinese takeout with just a few wholesome ingredients; no special equipment required. The trick is to get a good sear on the beef without cooking it all the way through, then adding it back into the mix after the vegetables become nicely […]
Moroccan spices usually blend the earthy (cumin) with the warm and fragrant (coriander and allspice). Salmon and cauliflower embrace these spices well. We start the cauliflower at a higher oven temperature to achieve better browning, then reduce the heat so the salmon cooks evenly and stays juicy. You could also sear the salmon on the […]
Embrace breakfast’s savory side with this whole-grain bowl. This simple one-dish meal is crowned with a soft-boiled egg; the nutrient-rich yolk creates its own creamy sauce. New research shows that eating eggs with raw vegetables like tomatoes increases your absorption of carotenoids—antioxidants that may protect against heart disease. Ingredients 1 large egg, at room temperature […]
Just a hint of char on the asparagus adds fantastic complexity to this simple 5-ingredient spring salad. Look for medium stalks rather than pencil-thin ones—those would char and dry out too quickly. A soft-boiled egg adds protein and richness; let the slightly runny yolks mingle with the rest of the salad before enjoying. Whole-milk […]