This easy cucumber and tomato salad tastes like summertime in a bowl. The dressing is light and zingy from the vinegar, the cucumbers and onion are so pleasantly crunchy you can’t stop eating them, and the tomatoes are so juicy and sweet they burst in your mouth. It’s perfect as a light summer snack, but […]
ish with fruit and curry? Trust us, it works. Making your own curry powder takes just a few minutes and lets you tailor the blend to complement the fruit. Use a mix of fruit colors for the prettiest salsa. Wine Pairing: Complex, honeyed Lone Madrone 2013 “Points West White” Rhône blend (Paso Robles; $35). Ingredients […]
A sweet-salty miso, brown sugar, and soy sauce glaze caramelizes in about 10 minutes as it cooks atop rich, meaty salmon. Ingredients 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons hot water 2 tablespoons miso (soybean paste) 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets (about 1 inch thick) Cooking spray 1 tablespoon chopped fresh […]
Various adaptations of this popular recipe from the Silver Palate Cookbook have been a go-to dinner party favorite for decades. It’s a simple and delicious one-dish recipe for the busy host, and tastes best when prepared a day or two ahead. Ingredients 2/3 cup pitted dried plums 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup dry […]
Ingredients 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar 1 tablespoon minced shallot (from 1 shallot) 1/2 tablespoon honey 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, divided 1 small cantaloupe (about 3 lb.), halved lengthwise 1 small honeydew melon (about 3 lb.), halved lengthwise 2 ounces thinly sliced salt-cured ham (such as prosciutto […]
What is the easiest way to win over your family on a weeknight? Cheesey calzones. Most supermarket brands of ricotta contain stabilizers, which can give the cheese a gummy texture when baked. Check the label and choose ricotta made with as few ingredients as possible—ideally milk, whey, vinegar, and salt. Or seek out homemade ricotta […]
Shortcuts: Microwave-in-Bag Haricots Verts: No water needed. Throw the entire package into the microwave for crisp-tender green beans in about three minutes. Pickled Vegetable Salad: Usually marinated overnight, this blend of cauliflower, onions, and peppers packs a ton of flavor. Hummus: Not just for snacking! Hummus is a great alternative to mayo for a sandwich spread. Ingredients 1 […]
Throw an extra flank steak on the grill for a Cali-inspired salad and a Texas-style hash. Ingredients 2 cups dry red wine (such as Merlot) 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns 1 tablespoon fennel seeds 1 bay leaf 2 (1-lb.) flank steaks, trimmed and divided 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided […]
Add a touch of tropical flair to your steak dinner with a flavorful side of grilled pineapple rice. From grill pan to table, this dish is dinner-ready in under 30-minutes; so quick, it’s basically a vacation from stressful supper prep. Ingredients 1/4 cup lower-sodium soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 4 (4-ounce) beef tenderloin […]
Add fresh curry paste to canned coconut milk and nut butter, and you have an instant, wonderfully complex satay sauce. Use as a dip, in stir-fries, or drizzled on this gluten-free veggie bowl. If you don’t have a spiralizer, you can use a julienne peeler or the shredding blade of your food processor. The sweet potato […]