Cornbread gets a kick with the addition of freshly ground black pepper and buttermilk. Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil plus ⅓ cup 1½ cups (225 grams) yellow cornmeal 1 cup (125 grams) all-purpose flour ⅓ cup (67 grams) sugar 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper 2 teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda 1½ teaspoons […]

These Cheese blintzes are elevated to “for company” status when served with a sumptuous plum compote. Serve for brunch or dessert. You can make the compote and the blintz, aka thin pancakes or “Yiddish crepes,” a few days ahead, so all you have to do is whip up the filling, roll up the blintzes and […]

These traditional Filipino crispy spring rolls are a welcome appetizer or side dish. Ingredients Dipping Sauce ½ cup ketchup, or Thai Sweet Chili Sauce* 1 clove garlic, finely minced 1 teaspoon Sriracha or Sambal Oelek, more to taste for extra heat* ¼ teaspoon cider or red wine vinegar The Lumpia 1 pound ground turkey 1 […]

This Sicilian-inspired slaw is delightful when freshly tossed and even better the next day, after the cabbage has exuded its juices and all the flavors marry. Ingredients 1 teaspoon honey 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil ½ teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper ¼ head red cabbage, finely shredded (about 2 cups) […]

This healthful take on the Italian calzone is made with whole-wheat flour and chock full of vegetables. But with three kinds of cheese and lots of flavorful spices, the folks at your table will hardly know it’s good for them! Ingredients 6 cups broccoli florets (about 2 heads) ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, divided […]

The Black and Tan is a classic drink, with a pale ale on the bottom and a dense, thick stout at the top. This cupcake is an inverted version. The cake is altogether rich, sweet, and complex, and dairy free, as well; we used very dark high-quality cocoa, so the batter was almost black! The […]

We’ve given this grilled corn—a popular Mexican street snack—a twist with Chipotle Lime Butter in place of mayonnaise—with spicy results. Ingredients 8 ears of fresh corn, in the husks 2 tablespoons Chipotle Lime Butter ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese Instructions Pull the green husk of 1 ear of corn down to the bottom of the […]

This colorful salad can be adapted to include most summer vegetables and is delicious served with grilled fish. Add sliced avocado for a hearty vegetarian and gluten-free main meal. Ingredients ½ teaspoon salt 2 ears corn, shucked, kernels cut from the cob ½ cup uncooked quinoa 1½ cups assorted grape tomatoes, quartered ¾ cup canned […]

Vibrant and delicious, this Three Pea Salad is as beautiful to look at as it is to eat. Ingredients Dressing 1 tablespoon lemon vinegar or lemon juice 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard ½ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon pepper, freshly ground 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon fresh mint, chopped Slaw 2 cups snow peas […]

This my version of a mid-century classic. It’s the ultimate comfort food for my mid-century dad. Ingredients 1½ packages (20 ounces) extra-wide egg noodles 3 teaspoons unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes 4 cans albacore tuna in oil, with the oil drained and reserved* 3 cups fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons diced […]

Honestly, this power smoothie may not be the prettiest girl at the ball, but it’s definitely worth a dance. With loads of excellent nutrients, it’s a perfect pick-me-up for vegan and dairy-free diets, and it avoids the most common allergens as well. Ingredients 1 cup frozen blueberries 2 cups vanilla coconut milk beverage 2 cups […]

This in not your average potato salad. Sweet, salty and vinegary at once, it’s a great match for any meaty entrée or cheesy vegetarian dish. Ingredients 12 medium russet potatoes (about 8 cups), peeled and diced 1¾ teaspoons salt, divided 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1½ teaspoons Dijon mustard ½ teaspoon black pepper, to taste […]

Lemon is often paired with poppy, but not necessarily in the traditional poppy hamantaschen filling. Once you try it, though, it’s a delicious change from the ordinary that is hard to resist. Most hamantaschen today are made from cookie dough–always a great, crispy option, but for softer, gentler taste and texture, a sweet yeast dough […]

This smoothie helps you get your fruits and veggies together in a single glass. The edamame provides the protein, while the other produce offers a broad spectrum of vitamins, minerals and phyto-chemicals. It’s perfect for vegans and because it’s not a dairy-based smoothie, for people with milk allergies, and other allergies as well. Ingredients 1½ […]