Carrot Muffins

These little lovelies contain sugar and spice and everything nice--including an oh-so-buttery oat streusel and a batter so enticing you'd never, ever guess it's good for you.

55 mins

He’s the Reason You’re Fat

Ever wonder why you can't lose weight? It's not for lack of resolve or willpower. It's because some Roman king long ago decided to mess with the calendar.

When Food Doesn’t Heal

The idea that food can heal all was tested when David cooked for a family member, hoping to help, to persuade, to no avail.

Maple Leaf Cocktail

For this boozy cocktail, bourbon, maple syrup, and lemon juice are shaken and served with a cinnamon stick garnish. Autumn sipping, anyone?

5 mins

Grilled Pork Loin

No more helplessly watching as the chops you toss on the grill toughen into leathery dryness. This flawless technique cooks the pork loin whole and slices it AFTER grilling.

15 hrs 30 mins

Where You Going? Barcelona? Oh.

David recounts the misery of a lunatic cab driver, a broken down train, a snarky airline rep, and the joy of traveling coach on his way to Barcelona.

I Have Taken a Lover, the iPad

After taking the iPad for a spin in the kitchen testing recipes, David isn't only smitten, but convinced the it could change cookbook publishing forever.

Cinnamon Gelato

Cinnamon is the solo act in this sophisticated but simple gelato. Creamy, indulgent, and complex tasting, this gelato is sure to become a new favorite.

7 hrs

Fall-Off-the-Bone Baby Back Ribs

The secret to these knee-wobblingly tender little lovelies? Roast 'em low and slow and then toss 'em on the grill for just a short spell. Which means you don't have to constantly tend a smoker from dawn to dusk.

2 hrs 45 mins

Mint Julep Panna Cotta

This mint julep panna cotta has all the minty essence of the classic cocktail but in a creamy dessert. A Kentucky Derby must.

2 hrs 30 mins

Steak Frites

Robust, meaty, bistro-style hanger steaks are seared and served alongside a trio of classic steakhouse sides: caramelized onions, sauteed mushrooms, and pan-roasted potatoes.

45 mins

Cottage Cheese Chremslach

If you weren't fortunate enough to have this breakfast staple made for you in your formative years, you have some lost time to make up for.

45 mins

Pork Belly Confit

You've not truly lived until you've had pork belly prepared this way. Perhaps it's time you get a life....

1 d 16 hrs

Herbed Bread and Celery Stuffing

A classic. Bread stuffing filled with celery, onion, thyme, basil, and parsley that's synonymous with Thanksgiving (though honestly, it's equally welcome any time with roast chicken).

50 mins

Perfect Roast Turkey

This iconic roast turkey is, we sorta have to admit, perfect to behold. And it ought to be after being brined, stuffed with chestnut stuffing, and all but smothered in a ridiculously rich, real-deal gravy.

1 d 6 hrs

Pumpkin-Cider Soup

This pumpkin soup gets a boost from apples and a bite from a cupful of Irish cider. The soup, with its intense pumpkin flavor, makes for great fall fare.

1 hr 40 mins

Savory Lemon Shortbread Cookies with Thyme

More savory than sweet, these shortbread go magnificently with booze of any sorts, from the most genteel of cocktails to your go-to wine from the corner store.

1 hr 20 mins