Cherry Syrup
A simple cherry syrup recipe made with frozen or fresh cherries—perfect for…
Spicy Short Rib Sliders
Slow-braised short ribs with spicy aioli and bright ginger relish make sliders…
Manhattan Cocktail
Dry vermouth, sweet vermouth, amaro, and a homemade cherry syrup come together…
Poached Pears with Gingersnap Oat Crisp
Here’s a fall favorite: A dessert recipe with poached pears, ginger cream,…
Infused Béchamel Sauces
Learn how to make a classic béchamel sauce—then elevate it with delectable…
Seafood Moussaka
Lighter than traditional moussaka, this seafood version has eggplant, potato, fennel‑infused béchamel,…
Five-Spice Scotch Egg
This fancy Scotch egg recipe with five-spice pork and homemade chili crisp…
Chili Crisp
Homemade chili crisp with gochugaru and tamari. This savory, umami condiment elevates…
Rum Chai Hot Toddy
Warm up with this rum chai hot toddy, a cozy winter cocktail…
Smoked Trout Blinis
Want to try an authentic blini recipe? These adorable little buckwheat pancakes…
Bourbon Cranberry Cocktail
This bourbon cranberry cocktail is so festive with bright citrus, tart cranberry,…
Chocolate Hazelnut Torte with Chantilly Cream
This rich, dense chocolate hazelnut torte is an elegant dessert that’s not…
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This Season in Recipes
Every month I highlight new recipes, plus some of my favorites from my archive of over 450 recipes. These recipes are perfect for this transitional time of year, with warm days and cool nights.
Apple Cider Chicken
An easy weeknight one-pan meal served with apples and butternut squash.
Charred Lettuce with Roasted Grapes
Sweet roasted grapes, smoky romaine, creamy Roquefort, and crunchy seed clusters make…
Smooth & Dirty Vodka Martini
Love a dirty martini but not a fan of gin? This unique…
Corn Risotto with Herbed Oil
Creamy sweet corn risotto, finished with Parmesan cheese, homemade herb oil, and…
Recipe Club Favorites
These are the top recipes that you've been sharing with your friends and family.
Roasted Tomato Pesto Pappardelle
This authentic Sicilian tomato pesto (Pasta alla Trapanese) combines sweet tomatoes, almonds,…
Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon
My brown sugar glazed salmon is the perfect recipe to serve to…
Pickled Vegetables
Learn how to quick-pickle vegetables with basic brine, a simple and efficient…
Classic French Silk Pie
This classic French silk pie recipe with rich chocolate mousse filling and…
From My Family & Friends
These are some of my most cherished recipes that have been gifted to me.
Mom’s Italian Sunday Gravy
This Italian Sunday gravy is slow-simmered with rich meats and tomatoes—a comforting…
Grandma Papaleo’s Lemon Knots
These traditional Italian lemon cookies are a favorite in my house. It’s…
Luigi’s Antipasto Tortellini Pasta Salad
From fresh herbs to salty olives and juicy tomatoes, this colorful salad…
Randy’s Famous Margaritas
Three types of orange liqueur make for the perfect combination of sweet,…