The Garden of Him

David 's dad, Papa Leite, died this weekend. To honor him, we're rerunning this essay in which David explains why, after 40 years, he's finally decided to follow in his father's muddy footsteps.

Grilled Trout

Nothing is more romantic than cooking grilled trout in the open air. Well, maybe that's a stretch. Still, it's a damn good recipe.

40 mins

Steamer Clam Chowder from New England

Quite possibly the definitive clam chowder, made simple yet spectacular with clams, salt pork, potatoes, and oodles of cream. A bold claim, we realize, yet we stand behind it.

2 hrs 30 mins

Blueberry Frozen Yogurt

No sugar. No creepy preservatives. Nothing but blueberries, plain yogurt, honey, lemon juice, purple smiles, and requests for seconds.

3 hrs

Thai Beef Salad ~ Larb

Given its multitude of tastes, textures, and temperatures, this salad is certain to remind you there's more to this cuisine than pad Thai.

30 mins

Strawberry Sangria

Anyone else ready for another weekend? If so, we've got an especially seasonal riff on the sultry Spanish sipper that'll get everyone in the mood...for what, you tell us.

5 hrs 30 mins

Morir Soñando

“To die dreaming” is what this moniker means. And that's exactly what you'll want to do after succumbing to this spiked creamsicle cocktail.

5 mins

Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies

Happiness can be found in this recipe that ended our search for the perfect small-batch chocolate chip cookie. Insanely perfect for when you need—need, not want—just a dozen.

25 mins

Frozen Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

Sometimes what you need isn't so much a recipe as a strategy. Like this frozen cookie dough balls magic that's ready at a moment's craving.

1 hr 10 mins

Sweet Cream Ice Cream

No vanilla. No eggs. Just cream, sugar, cream cheese, and plain and simple goodness like you've never imagined. A sweet cream sensation.

10 hrs

Amazing St. Louis Ribs

Our testers raved about these ribs slathered with spice rub and smothered with barbecue sauce and smoked until knee-wobblingly tender. They're that good.

10 hrs

Shauna Sever: Natural Sugars

David interviews Shauna Sever, aka the Next Door Baker and author of Real Sweet, who discusses alternatives to refined sugar.

Tomatillo Salsa with Avocado

Just like the tart, creamy, slightly soupy condiment you find in Mexico City’s incredible taquerias. Pass the tacos, por favor.

20 mins

Carnitas Tacos

A little pile of tasty meat cushioned by a warm tortilla and electrified by a little salsa. Life is good.

40 mins

Blue Margarita

Blue as the blue lagoon, this conversation-starting cocktail tastes as stunning as it looks. Blue margarita magic.

10 mins

Chicken Apple Sausage

Seriously, it's so easy to make your own sausage. Insanely easy. And holy heck, does it taste phenomenal. No meat grinder required.

45 mins