Shrimp and Grits HOMINY GRILL, CHARLESTON, SC When everyone tells you to go to one place for one dish, you don’t ask questions: you just get in the car and drive. That was the case with the shrimp and grits at Hominy Grill. An ingredient introduced to Southern cooking by Native Americans, grits are often… Read More →
Don’t settle for the jarred stuff. From a smoky pineapple salsa to an all-purpose thick chile sauce, here are five fresh and flavorful salsas to add to your Cinco de Mayo spread. Fresh Tomatillo Salsa This fresh tomatillo salsa has a tangy, herby, citrusy flavor with an extra kick from the jalapenos and poblanos chiles.… Read More →
Chilaquiles with Fried Eggs By Andrew Zimmern I like to serve this classic Mexican morning fare for dinner with my tomatillo-avocado salsa on the side.
Mother’s Day Menu Ideas Food is the best gift you can give on Mother’s Day. A meal made in your own kitchen with love is even better. From morning to midnight, breakfast to dessert, here are 18 surefire ways to celebrate the mothers in your life. Go ahead, give her what she’s craving, whether it’s… Read More →
Migas Tacos TACODELI, AUSTIN, TX Why is Austin such a breakfast taco town? “You have all kinds of people needing to eat at all different times,” Roberto Espinosa told us at Tacodeli, a chain he started in 1999. Originally a schoolteacher, Mexico–born Espinosa opened the first branch and has watched his business grow every year.… Read More →
Shrimp Rolls with Bacon, Mango & Avocado By Pati Jinich If I ever open a restaurant, this will be one of the top items on my menu—a shrimp roll on a soft bun, with bacon, sweet-tart chunks of mango, and creamy bites of avocado tossed in a thick, smoky vinaigrette made with a judicious amount… Read More →
Enchiladas de Espárragos, Cahmiñones y Queso de Cabra con Mole de Piñón By Pati Jinich Although we don’t think of pine nuts when we think of Mexican cooking, they are definitely part of the culinary landscape (used most often in sweets). But they are one of my favorite ingredients, and they work very well for… Read More →
My Best Recipes for Spring Produce I love hearty meals in a bowl as much as the next guy, but it’s time to swap out beef stew and chili for recipes highlighting fresh spring produce. Here in the upper Midwest, we love anything that comes out of the ground as early asparagus, morels, ramps and rhubarb. And… Read More →
Chocolate Chewy Meringues Michelle Gayer, chef and owner of Minneapolis’ acclaimed Salty Tart bakery, shares her recipe for chocolate meringues. Soft, chewy and rich with decadent chocolate on the inside with a crispy exterior, these meringues are the perfect, easy dessert.
Spring Vegetable Hash By Andrew Zimmern This vegetable hash is bursting with fresh spring ingredients. It’s exactly what I’m craving in April, when ramps, morels and fava beans hit the local market. You can eat this plain, with grilled meat or poultry, or one of my favorite pairings, poached eggs.
Scallop in its Shell with Jamón By Alexandra Raij Cucharillas are pintxos served in spoons, often of the Chinese soup spoon variety. If you’re lucky enough to have access to the incredible Taylor Bay scallops farmed on Cape Cod, I recommend using them and portioning three scallops per shell or spoon. Served nearly raw, the… Read More →
Paprika-Marinated Pork Loin Roast By Alexandra Raij It isn’t elegant or even particularly gourmet, but in a cuisine that doesn’t fall victim to culinary fashion, this dish is a mainstay. In our family, it’s a recipe we return to again and again, as both kids and adults like it. It gives and accepts flavor, and… Read More →
Frozen Strawberry Custard with Lemon Curd By Andrew Zimmern Nothing to me is as superb as homemade strawberry ice cream. Years ago, I swirled in some homemade leftover lemon curd and a new taste treat was born. This one takes a little work and a little forethought, but it is so so so worth it.… Read More →
Tips & Tricks for Tastier Vegetables Working with vegetables seems easy. It’s not. What it is, though, is simple. Keep a few things in mind and dishes like my vegetable barigoule become easier and tastier. • • • Add layers of flavors and texture when cooking vegetables. Peas are delicious. Why not smear a large bowl… Read More →
How to Buy & Store Asparagus Look for tight tips and small leaves on the side of the stalk that cling to its body. The cut end should be moist, not frayed, browned or dry. Spears should be smooth, not wrinkled. Storing asparagus is simple: keep them standing in a few inches of water in… Read More →
Traditional Southern Fried Chicken By Andrew Zimmern Soaking the chicken in buttermilk overnight ensures the meat will stay tender and moist, and adding a couple of tablespoons of my Lemon & Shallots seasoning to the marinade will give it an extra flavor boost. I love to serve this classic fried chicken recipe with crispy twice-fried… Read More →
Flank Steak with Thai Salad By Floyd Cardoz Peter’s and Justin’s eyes light up every time I make this dish; it’s one of their favorites. For my part, I especially like it during the summer because the flank steak doesn’t have to be served hot to be delicious. I love beef, but I believe that… Read More →
Fresh Pea Soup By Andrew Zimmern This fresh pea soup is a celebration of spring in a bowl. You can use frozen peas if you must, but shelling your own peas is worth the extra step.
Shrimp Curry with Cauliflower By Floyd Cardoz When I was growing up in Bombay, this was a very common lunch dish at our house. Once Barkha and I had kids and I began to serve it in our own home, I quickly realized why it’s such a great family meal. Adults appreciate the excellent taste… Read More →
Spicy Chengdu-Style Chicken with Peanuts By Andrew Zimmern This chile-spiked Chengdu-style chicken is a mainstay at my house. Soaking the chicken overnight in rice wine and cornstarch makes the meat soft and tender. It also helps tighten the sauce and gives the chicken a twice-cooked slippery quality that’s a sign of good Chinese wok cookery. Make sure you… Read More →
Cacio e pepe di Leonardo Vignoli By Katie Parla & Kristina Gill Cacio is the local Roman dialect word for Pecorino Romano, a sheep’s milk cheese made in the region since ancient times. Like carbonara, cacio e pepe is a relative newcomer to the Roman repertoire, first appearing in the mid-twentieth century. Pasta is tossed… Read More →
Vignarola By Katie Parla & Kristina Gill April is a spectacular month for Roman produce; the highlight is vignarola season, the short window in which the dish’s core components—lettuce, fava beans, artichokes, peas, and spring onions—are all in harmony. Traditionally, vignarola is not a vibrant green dish. It’s more of a grayish, soft green, which… Read More →
Roasted Rack of Pork with Mustard & Apricots By Andrew Zimmern Pork with fruit and mustard is one of the greatest culinary combinations. This stunning centerpiece roast is fit for a holiday feast.
Mixed Vegetable Frittata with Manchego By Andrew Zimmern If you have a giant well-seasoned cast iron skillet, you could easily double this recipe to feed a big crowd.
Artichoke & Asparagus Barigoule By Andrew Zimmern Barigoule is classic, it’s French and it’s the perfect time of year for it. IT’S SPRING! You can put on some great music, open the kitchen window and have a great dish to snack on all week long. I usually double this recipe because it goes so fast… Read More →
My Favorite Irish-Inspired Recipes To some, St. Patrick’s Day is an excuse to drag out a kelly green outfit, stand on the sidelines of an Irish-themed parade, and drink Guinness and whiskey all day. But naturally, for me, it’s all about the food. Here are 9 Irish-inspired recipes to help you celebrate the holiday, from… Read More →
Deli-Style Corned Beef By Andrew Zimmern Brining your own corned beef at home is easy, all you need is the right equipment and time. Beyond the pink salt, which can be found at a butcher shop or on Amazon, you probably have the spices in your cabinets already. Once you taste the real deal, you’ll… Read More →
Easy Savory Hand Pies By Andrew Zimmern These individual curried lamb hand pies are easy to throw together for a fun weeknight dinner.
Happy Pi Day Pi Day is March 14 and that means we’re all about pie—the kind you eat, not the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. Here are some of my favorite pie recipes to help satiate your craving, from a deep dish peach pie to the most perfect key lime pie recipe… Read More →
Pub-Style Fish & Chips By Andrew Zimmern This simple comfort food classic always hits the spot. Serve with my homemade tartar sauce, plenty of lemon wedges and malt vinegar.
