All Stir It Up!
Indian butter chickenIndian food is easy to make at home, including this decadent recipe for Indian butter chicken that takes only 30 minutes to prepare.
Strawberry rosemary muffinsBoost the flavor of strawberry muffins by processing rosemary needles with sugar for a rosemary infused muffin. Use the leftover sugar to make a flavored butter.
Chickpeas flavored with farro and topped with oven-roasted carrotsCarrots roasted with honey and a sprinkle of sea salt, black pepper, and dried cumin are served atop a jumbled bed of farro and chickpeas that have been tossed in a very simple garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice dressing.
Macadamia chocolate chip shortbread cookiesRaw cane sugar is the secret to these cookies giving it a nice crunch.
Fresh strawberry and cream puddingAn easy and elegant dessert packed with fresh strawberry flavor that can be served in homey petite mason jars or rise the elegance of crystal cups.
Hanoi-style salmon with turmeric and dillFor your next dinner party, set out this beautifully prepared salmon and let your guests decide how they want to enjoy it – either rolled up in rice paper wrappers or atop a bowl of vermicelli noodles.
Craving a taco? Here's a veggie version with all the right stuffGet creative with your taco for Taco Tuesday. This version has crispy chipotle chickpeas with sweet potato and bok choy.
Stir-fried chicken with asparagusVelveting the chicken before stir-frying it, a simple Chinese cooking technique, keeps the meat moist and tender in Stir-fried Chicken with Asparagus.
Ginger cardamom rhubarb compoteMix some of this delicious spring treat into yogurt or serve it warm on pound cake.
Chocolate coconut bliss cookiesCalling all lovers of chocolate and coconut: These cookies are like German chocolate cake in cookie form.
Buttermilk grits with bacon gravyDelicious for breakfast and hearty enough for a side at supper, these grits combine the Southern flavors of ground corn, sharp buttermilk, and salty bacon.
Black bean soupTopped with a dollop of crème fraîche, a sprinkling of chopped parsley and some fresh chives, this black bean soup is perfect dinner party fare.
Make ahead Mother’s Day brunch: mushroom, spinach and gruyere strataPamper the favorite women in your life all at once with a Mother's Day brunch. A meal you can prep the day before will keep the gathering hassle-free and fun.
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with queso fundido soupServe up this cheesy rich soup that has authentic Mexican flavors for your Cinco de Mayo celebration.
Chocolate Dutch baby with vanilla roasted strawberriesA Dutch baby, a puffy oven pancake, can be either savory or sweet. Serve this all-chocolate version warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Warm antidote for reluctant spring: Braised chicken with scallion puréeA base of coarsely puréed scallions and potatoes adds a rustic note to this hearty country dish with a French accent.
Tsoureki: Greek Easter breadMay 1 marked Greek Orthodox Easter. This traditional yeasty bread is baked and served to break the Lenten fast. Its flavor is enhanced by ground Mahlab – the seed kernels from inside a cherry stone.
Lime marinated steak tacos with charred corn and goat cheesePlan ahead for Cinco de Mayo or simply get ready for a delicious and easy Taco Tuesday with these mouthwatering steak tacos.
Soft Nutella chocolate chip cookiesWho says you need chocolate chips for a good cookie? Omit the chips completely and swirl in dollops of Nutella instead.
Country ham wrapped stuffed chicken with green onion gravySouthern country ham is enjoying a bit of a resurgence. This chicken dish is simple to prepare but has a real touch of elegance.