Seasonal recipes for today's kitchen
Winter weather has me pining for bright flavors. If we have a warm dinner that tastes like a bit of sunshine, the brisk North wind and cold temperatures are easier to bear. This lemony chicken stew is based upon sunny flavors similar to chicken piccata,–Read more
On a blustery winter day, the smells of a stew burbling on the stove can comfort us as the scents weave their way through the house. This chicken chile verde boasts bold flavors from roasted poblano chiles, jalapeños, cumin, and oregano. It’s a cheery green–Read more
Warmth and yellows and oranges are my signals for summer. This dish, which combines juicy chicken pieces and brightly colored carrots and lemons with warm Moroccan spices, fits right into the summer menu. And suited to our summer schedule, it can be put together quickly–Read more
How about starting the new year with simplicity and comfort? This recipe for Chinese Smoked Chicken is one that I found in the October 1992 issue of Bon Appétit. It’s a dish with easy prep steps done ahead of time, making it a good match–Read more
One of the most colorful highlights of the summer is the bell pepper selection at the market. Red, orange, and yellow peppers outshine their green cousins with a sweet taste and crunch. Roasting bell peppers creates a great foundation for many dishes, from salads to–Read more
Gathering friends and family together to celebrate the 4th of July sometimes calls for traditional barbecue, corn on the cob, and slices of cold watermelon. I like to bring new dishes to the table each year, a kind of culinary celebration of independence. This unusual–Read more