As the weather warms and our social bubbles slowly and safely expand, we plan to spend a lot of time in our backyards—and that means grilling season has come early! Grilling can be as convenient or complicated as suits your mood, but for all spring and summer grilling, we generally […]
Asian Glazed Flank Steak
Makes 6 servings Ingredients 2 flank steaks (3 to 3 1/2 lb total) 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup mirin 2 tablespoons dark sesame oil 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce Directions Trim any excess fat from the flank steak. To make the marinade: Combine the soy sauce, honey, […]
Balsamic Vinegar of Modena P.G.I. Classic Spaghetti with Ragù Bolognese
Makes 8 servings
Balsamic Vinegar of Modena P.G.I.-Braised Short Ribs in a Dutch Baby
Makes 4 servings
Barbecuing 101
These early days of summer are not like the ones we’ve known in the past, and the added stress and anxiety, coupled with not being able to have fun with our friends and family, is a lot for anyone to handle. We’re searching for a silver lining, and of course, […]
Beef Chili
Makes 6 servings Ingredients 3 lb boneless beef shoulder 1 tablespoon whole cumin seeds, or 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 tablespoon whole coriander seeds, or 2 teaspoon ground coriander 1 tablespoon sweet chili powder 1 tablespoon medium hot chili powder 1 tablespoon smoked Spanish paprika 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 […]
Beef in Massaman Curry Sauce
Makes 4 to 6 servings Massaman curry is the mildest of the Thai curries, but it is often very rich, with the flavors or cardamom, cinnamon, and cumin. You can find massaman curry paste at most Asian markets, but in pinch, you can replace it with easier-to-find red curry paste. […]
Boston Baked Beans
Makes 8 servings Ingredients 1 lb dried Great Northern or navy beans 3 slices bacon, chopped 3/4 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup molasses 2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar, plus more as needed 1 tablespoon dry mustard powder 1 bay leaf 1/3 cup ketchup, plus more as needed 1/4 cup […]
Braised Lamb Shanks
Makes 8 servings Braising is often used for cooking leaner and tougher cuts of meat like lamb shanks, which braise beautifully. As the meat slowly cooks, the connective tissue dissolves, the meat becomes tender, and the juices develop into a rich sauce. Serve with couscous or rice pilaf to soak […]
Brines for Tender and Flavorful Meats
Curing meats, poultry, and fish in a salt and water solution is known as brining or wet curing. Brining provides depth in flavor, tenderness, and a moister final product. The base of a brine is salt and water, and sometimes sugar. Kosher salt is preferred because it doesn’t have any […]
Cabernet Braised Short Ribs with Chard and Orecchiette
Makes 6 to 8 servings This hearty dish gets its robust flavor from browned meat, tomato paste, and concentrated red wine. Most of the preparation can be done in advance, making it ideal for entertaining.
Caramelized Onions
Makes about 1 cup Caramelizing onions is a slow process, but it can be almost meditative if you let it. They require frequent attention, which makes them a great side-project while doing other jobs in the kitchen. If you have a large enough pan, make a large batch and freeze […]