Fried Rice With Leftovers
A superlative version of the classic clean-out-the-fridge stir-fry that reinvents leftovers. Beware the optional but addictive jalapeño garlic vinegar.
20 mins
Baked Eggs with Polenta and Mushrooms
This frugal supper is laughably easy to make, European in flair, and comforting to both the palate and the pocketbook.
50 mins
Belgian Endive Gratin
If you’ve been limiting your endive game to crudité platters and cute appetizers, prepare to be astonished.
1 hr 10 mins
Spinach with Raisins and Pine Nuts
When prepared simply yet perfectly as here, this classic side dish will leave a lingering memory of just how lovely something healthy can be.
30 mins
Red Wine Onions
Meet your newest weeknight staple for when you want something a little special and impressive. Slightly sweet, deeply flavored, caramelized red onions doused with red wine.
2 hrs
Potato Salad with Apples
This unique spud salad is full of pleasant surprises and is gonna upend your notion of how things—or at least potato salad—ought to be.
1 hr
Roasted Garlic
Is there anything better than roasted garlic? We think not. Three ingredients. Almost no effort. And yet what results is both complex and versatile and knee-wobblingly lovely.
1 hr 5 mins
Mango Chutney
You'd never, ever guess how quick and easy it is to make this authentic Indian condiment at home. And let's not forget how delicious it is. So much so that folks are calling it "outstanding" and "magic." Enough said.
1 hr 20 mins
Homemade Mayonnaise
Millions have become adept at slathering mayo on all manner of food stuff. Yet few have attempted to make it at home. This foolproof recipe may change that.
10 mins
Portuguese Tomato Jelly
Summer tomatoes are turned into a sweet jelly that's a Portuguese classic. Use it as you would any jelly as well as with cheese plates.
1 hr 15 mins
White Bean Hummus
Change up your hummus game with this white bean version that's served with a fresh herb, olive, and seed topping.
10 hrs
Bifanas ~ Portuguese Pork Sandwiches
In the pantheon of great Portuguese foods, there are few sandwiches that are more superlative than the bifana. Essentially pork, bread, and sauce, it's comfort food at its simplest.
2 hrs
Lemon Biscotti
Irresistible in terms of both taste and texture. Those with a weakness for these classic Italian cookies, consider yourself warned.
2 hrs
Masala Chai Crème Brûlée
Your favorite tea turned sideways, making it a creamy dessert with a crackling, shattering caramelized sugar topping.
3 hrs 55 mins
World Peace Cookies ~ Korova Cookies
There's a double whammy of chocolate in these indulgent cookies that are loaded with chunks of chocolate and sprinkled with sea salt.
2 hrs
Potatoes with Tomatoes and Feta
A deeply spiced, but not spicy, Turkish potato and tomato casserole that makes a superb side dish. Serve with yogurt, lemon, and even a sprinkle of nuts.
1 hr 20 mins
Small Batch Strawberry Jam
Here's a recipe for a small batch of strawberry jam, without all the fuss of traditional canning. Ready in less than an hour, with all the lush taste of peak strawberry season.
40 mins
Mini Jam Tarts
Made for little hands and little mouths, these lovely little tarts are short pastry crusts that are baked and then dolloped with any kind of jam you'd like. Make sure the kids make these with you.
3 hrs
Banana Bread with Nutella
Get ready for an upgraded banana bread. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or anytime you really want something a little sweet.
1 hr 55 mins