Makes about 8 servings Ingredients 8 oz tuna, diced 5 tablespoons lime juice, divided use, plus more as needed Kosher salt, as needed 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced 1/2 cup seeded and diced cucumber 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, rinsed in cold water 1 to 2 teaspoons minced […]
Mini Calzones
Makes 8 mini calzones These are classic calzone flavors perfectly kid-sized for a fun handheld movie-night dinner! Set out a variety of fillings so everyone can make their own, and don’t be afraid to try something new, like Buffalo chicken, taco pockets, or barbecue pulled pork! Ingredients 1 lb Pizza […]
Minted Fava Beans
Makes 5 small-bite servings Ingredients 2 lb fresh fava beans 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 shallots, thinly sliced Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon Salt, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon shredded or chopped mint leaves Directions In a medium sauté pan, heat […]
Mushroom and Leek Tart
Makes one 9-inch or 11-inch tart For this tart, select dark brown cremini mushrooms, which have a slightly more complex and fuller flavor than the common cultivated white mushroom. The cremini mushrooms’ earthy flavor balances the tanginess of the crème fraîche and makes for a memorable tart. Ingredients All-Butter Pie […]
Mussels Mariner-Style (Moules Marinière)
Serves 6 to 8 as an appetizer, 3 to 4 as a main course (if served with fries) Ingredients 3 lb mussels 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided use 1/4 cup minced shallots 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley 1/2 cup very dry white wine Freshly ground black […]
Mussels with Olives
Orange-Chipotle Chicken Wings with Chipotle Sour Cream
Makes 6 main-course or 12 appetizer servings Wings Ingredients 1/4 cup hot water 3 chipotle chiles canned in adobo sauce, seeds removed 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1 tablespoon tomato paste 2 tablespoons orange marmalade 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 pinch ground allspice […]
Oysters with Cranberry Mignonette
Makes 8 servings This cranberry-infused mignonette is tart and acidic—just right paired with sweet in-season oysters. If serving as a cocktail appetizer, serve the oysters with the sauce on the side for guests to fix themselves.
Palmier with Prosciutto
Makes 36 pieces This is a savory variation of a classic French pastry made of puff pastry sprinkled with granulated sugar. The name palmier reflects the palm-leaf shape of the pastry. These palmiers are lined with prosciutto, and a dusting of Parmesan cheese replaces the sugar. Ingredients 1 sheet prepared […]
Parmesan Biscotti
Makes 40 biscotti Makes 40 biscotti When we think of “biscotti,” we usually think about little biscuits or cookies, sweet and studded with fruit or nuts. But the name actually refers to the method in which they are baked—twice—so that they can be stored for long periods of time at […]
Parsnip and Potato Latkes
Makes 6 servings While you can make these latkes potatoes-only, we like the little bit of added sweetness and earthiness from the parsnips. We served ours with rhubarb jam, but you can use any jam or the traditional apple sauce, if you like. Ingredients 1 lb parsnips, peeled and finely […]
Pico de Gallo
Makes 2 cups Ingredients 1 lb tomatoes, small dice 2 serrano chiles, seeded and minced 1 cup small dice red or white onion 1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped Juice of 2 limes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, or to taste Directions Combine all of the ingredients in […]