Makes 4 to 6 Servings Lamb Chop Marinade Ingredients 1 cup olive oil 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 2 rosemary springs, leaves chopped 2 thyme springs, leaves chopped Salt and freshly ground black pepper, as needed 12 to 18 lamb chops (about 3 1/2 ounces each) Directions Mix the oil, […]
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 […]
Mussels with Olives
Olive Oil–Poached Tuna Provençal
Makes 4 to 6 servings Ingredients 1 quart olive oil 2 thyme sprigs 2 rosemary sprigs 4 bay leaves, preferably fresh 1 head garlic, peeled 1 1/2 lb tuna fillet Directions In a small saucepan, combine the olive oil with the thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, and garlic and heat to […]
One-Pot Mediterranean Pasta
Makes 4 servings When we say one pot, we mean it! All of the ingredients cook together—pasta included—and the finished dish is flavorful and saucy with less than 10 minutes of work! If you like, you can top the cooked pasta with sautéed shrimp or flaked tuna. Ingredients 12 oz […]
One-Pot Pastas
There is no greater joy than a dinner that is truly 15 minutes prep-to-table. Especially on a busy weeknight, but honestly, any night. Opening a jar of store-bought pasta sauce and boiling a pound of spaghetti is easy, but how about something a little more homemade in just as much […]
Panitta Fritta o Panelle
Makes 4 servings (12 pieces) Ingredients 1 1/4 cups chickpea flour, sifted 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt, plus more as needed 1 1/2 cups cold water 1/4 cup thinly sliced scallion, white part only 1 tbsp chopped flat-leaf parsley 1/2 tsp chopped sage 1/2 tsp […]
Pappardelle with Butter Beans and Tomato Ragù
Makes 4 Servings Ingredients 12 ounces fresh or dry pappardelle Salt, as needed 1 1/2 cups halved grape tomatoes 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced 3 tablespoons tomato paste 1 cup cooked butter or lima beans 1/4 cup vegetable broth 1 tablespoon chopped […]
Pizza Dough
Makes 1 large pizza, serves 4 to 6 Pizza Dough Ingredients 2 teaspoons or 1 package active dry yeast 2 cups warm water 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup semolina flour 1 tablespoon salt 1/4 cup olive oil Directions Combine the yeast with the water in a bowl and […]
Polenta Cake with Grappa, Berries, and Minted Mascarpone
Makes 6 servings This cake is dense and not too sweet, almost like a sweet cornbread. I like to use coarse polenta so that it also has an interesting texture, but if you have to use regular cornmeal, that works as well. Ingredients Polenta Cake 1/4 cup unsalted butter, at […]
Polenta Gnocchi with Truffled Cheese Fondue
Makes 6 servings Unlike potato gnocchi, these dumplings are a bit more dense and toothsome, though still nice and light. The truffled cheese sauce is decadent and rich, making it perfect for a special occasion. Ingredients Polenta Gnocchi 1 quart water 4 teaspoons kosher salt 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil […]
Preserved Lemons
Makes 1 quart Use preserved lemons (flesh and rind!) in stews, soups, salad dressings, and even pastas. They will add an unexpected burst of brightness and a surprising savory element you don’t expect from lemon. 6 lemons 1/2 cup salt Juice of 6 lemons 1. Wash the lemons very well. […]