Roasting peppers brings out their natural sweetness and flavor, and makes them supple. Roast peppers over a direct flame on the stove or outside, or over coals on the grill, or in the oven under the broiler. What you will need: Peppers (however many you are roasting) Some olive oil or grapeseed oil A heat...Read More

Summer squash often gets a reputation for being bland, but with a little care it can become a star on the plate. This recipe takes a simple, seasonal vegetable and transforms it with a quick lemon-and-herb marinade that brightens its flavor and brings out its natural sweetness. Marinating isn’t just for meat—vegetables benefit too, absorbing...Read More

German Red Cabbage with Bacon and Apples (Rotkohl mit Speck und Apfel) is a festive and flavorful dish that showcases the heart of traditional German cooking. The combination of smoky bacon, sweet-tart apples, tangy vinegar, and red cabbage creates a perfect harmony of flavors, while the addition of port wine and red currant jelly deepens...Read More

This hearty stuffing is the perfect holiday side—savory, aromatic, and layered with flavor. Crusty bread cubes are tossed with Italian sausage, caramelized onions, fresh herbs, and a splash of brandy, then baked with dried cranberries and pecans for sweet-tart balance and nutty crunch. The result is a golden, crusty-topped stuffing that pairs beautifully with roast...Read More

These glossy, slow-roasted cipollini onions are a testament to the magic of simplicity. As they gently roast in butter, their natural sugars caramelize into deep, golden sweetness, creating tender onions with rich, jammy flavor. Their buttery sweetness pairs beautifully with roasted or grilled meats, though they’re equally at home alongside creamy cheeses, charcuterie, or folded...Read More