Seasonal recipes for today's kitchen
The variety of colors at summer farmers markets make me want to fill our plates with lively combinations of vegetables. The season’s temperatures beckon us to have salads more often—a cool composition of the freshest summer produce. If you want to celebrate the colors and produce–Read more
The stacks of cartons holding fresh blueberries at the farmers market or grocery store are always a sure sign that summer is in full swing. Back in 1985 I ran across a recipe for a Long Island Blueberry Tart in Bon Appétit contributed by Richard–Read more
Summer is officially here—and that means the squash machine is at full throttle. I remember one summer when I grew too many zucchini and experimented with appetizers, salads, side dishes, main dishes, breads, and even chocolate chip cookies that had zucchini as a main ingredient.–Read more
In May of 1986 Bon Appétit launched a new column titled, “The Weekday Cook,” written by Karen Kaplan and Kristine Kidd. Tired of feeling that their hectic Monday through Friday schedules had them turning to unhealthy take-out dinners or frozen entrées, they decided to invest in a–Read more
As the weather starts heating up, I find myself dreaming of colorful tablecloths and picnic tables. The park beckons us to enjoy its green, lush landscape under a sky full of clouds. I also start looking for dishes that can be cooked ahead of time–Read more
When friends gather for a Mexican meal, it’s fun to offer homemade margaritas during the cocktail hour. Serving margaritas after dinner—in dessert form–makes for a festive ending to the meal. A cooling dish that combines a sign of spring—strawberries—with a ritual of summertime—margaritas—is a great way to–Read more