Mains

Black Pepper Tofu

I adapted this recipe for black pepper spicy tofu from Ottolenghi’s cookbook, “Plenty.”Even if you think that you don’t like...

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Mom’s Meatballs

It had been many many years since I last made mom's unforgettable tender and juicy meatballs. The kids loved them...

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Turlu Turlu, Turkish Roasted Vegetables

Turlu Turlu, is similar to ratatouille and is a Turkish roasted vegetable dish that means "all sorts." It can be...

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Oyster Gumbo

Recently I was introduced to a new way to eat oyster gumbo. Chef Melissa Martin makes what she calls a...

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Smoked Duck Breast Salad with Blackberry Jam Vinaigrette

Slice a smoked buck breast thinly over greens and combine with roasted nuts, orange slices, and fresh blackberries drizzled with...

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Vietnamese Meatball Soup

Vietnamese meatballs are a popular street food served in Hanoi.These savory pork meatballs can be served over noodles or in...

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Cajun White Bean and Crawfish Chili

This white bean and crawfish chili has been a family and friend favorite for years. Chicken breast or shrimp can...

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Peanut Cilantro Pesto

This Vietnamese style pesto is a fresh change from the ubiquitous summer basil pesto. It is a complex blend of...

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Tamarind Shrimp

Tamarind Shrimp with tamarind paste, bell peppers, garlic, ginger and a serrano pepper for heat meld and create a rich...

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Pork Chops with Peanut Guajillo Sauce

These pork chops are so delicious. I can always count on Christopher Kimball, and his reliable cookbook, “Milk Street Tuesday...

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Curry Coconut Chicken

Curry Coconut Chicken is a wonderful weeknight meal or dinner party idea. The rich flavors and colors of curry are...

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Blond Puttanesca Pasta

Puttanesca is a bold southern Italian dish. For this version of blonde puttanesca, eliminate the tomatoes, add fresh yellowfin tuna...

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