Sear-Roasting for Crisp and Juicy Results

An ovenproof skillet and two quick steps give you fish, chicken, or steak that's seared but still tender outside, moist and perfectly done inside

Steak au Poivre

This dish is a classic in France and always wonderful with a frisée salad, french fries, and a bottle of red wine. For sear-roasting steak, a cast-iron pan works best.

Cabbage-Apple Compote

Serve this compote alongside pork chops or roast turkey, with a glass of Gewurztraminer or a dry Sancerre.

Fennel & Onion Compote

This compote is an especially good side dish for salmon, halibut, or monkfish.

茄子和南瓜Compote

If you can’t find Chinese eggplant, use Italian, and be sure to choose one that hasn’t been languishing on the shelf.

Deliciously Tender Vegetable Compotes

Gently simmer vegetables for a melty-smooth side dish that’s almost like a savory jam

Pepper Crusted Sear-Roasted Steaks

Served with a simple radish and parsley salad and roasted potatoes, this steak is actually part of a quick Valentine’s Day dinner menu, but don’t wait for Valentine’s Day to…

Sear-Roasted Salmon Fillets with Lemon-Ginger Butter

Warming the lemon juice makes it easier to mix it into the softened butter. Wrapped well, the compound butter keeps for weeks in the freezer.

Peanut-Crusted Chicken Breasts