Passionfruit curd is one of the best ways to capture the fruit’s intense tropical flavor. Bright, tangy, and luxuriously smooth, it has the same rich texture as lemon curd but with a more floral, exotic character. For this recipe, the passionfruit pulp is strained before cooking to remove the seeds, creating a silky curd that...Read More

Quince and cranberry are natural partners: tart, fragrant, jewel-toned, and perfect for the holiday table. This compote is lovely with turkey or pork, but it’s equally good spooned over yogurt, cheesecake, or warm breakfast cereal. INGREDIENTS: 2 medium quince, peeled, cored, and diced 12 ounces fresh cranberries 3/4 cup sugar 1 cup water 1/2 cup...Read More

Quince butter is softer and more spreadable than quince paste, with a silky texture and intensely floral flavor. It’s delicious on toast, biscuits, scones, or stirred into yogurt. INGREDIENTS: 4 medium quince 2 cups water, plus more as needed 1 to 1 1/2 cups sugar, to taste 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract...Read More

Roasting is one of the easiest ways to unlock quince’s extraordinary fragrance. This version is only lightly sweet and works equally well as a dessert or alongside savory dishes. INGREDIENTS 3 medium quince 3 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 small sprig fresh rosemary, finely chopped 1/2 cup water...Read More

This sweet-tart condiment is wonderful with cheese, charcuterie, roast pork, turkey, or sandwiches. It’s especially good alongside an aged cheddar, Manchego, or creamy blue cheese. INGREDIENTS: 2 medium quince, peeled, cored, and cut into small dice 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup water 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon yellow mustard seeds 1 teaspoon Dijon...Read More

Sweet, crisp, and lightly spiced, these candied walnuts are one of those simple recipes that quickly becomes a favorite. A little cinnamon and vanilla give them warmth, while a touch of salt keeps the sweetness nicely balanced. Set out a bowl for an easy appetizer, scatter them over salads, add them to a cheese board,...Read More

Fresh mint gives this pesto an unexpectedly bright, cooling flavor, while basil, toasted pistachios, Parmesan, lemon, and gently cooked garlic add richness and depth. It is especially delicious with grilled vegetables, lamb, chicken, or fish, but it is just as good tossed with pasta, spooned over roasted potatoes, or spread on crostini. For an easy...Read More

Compound butter is one of the easiest ways to turn a simple summer meal into something memorable. Softened butter is blended with fresh herbs, garlic, citrus, spices, or other flavorful ingredients, then shaped into a log and chilled until firm. Slice off a round whenever you need it, and let the butter melt slowly over...Read More

When summer tomatoes are abundant, this simple roasted tomato sauce is one of the easiest ways to capture their rich, sun-ripened flavor. Slow roasting concentrates the tomatoes’ natural sweetness while garlic and fresh herbs add savory depth. Use any ripe tomatoes you have on hand—large slicing tomatoes, colorful heirlooms, cherry tomatoes, or a mixture of...Read More

Bold, creamy, and irresistibly garlicky, Skordalia (pronounced skor-thal-YAH) is one of Greece’s most beloved traditional dips. Made three different ways — with potatoes for a silky, smooth texture; with soaked bread for a rustic, tangy spread; or with walnuts for a rich, nutty variation — this versatile dish showcases the magic of garlic, olive oil,...Read More