Quick and Easy
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MenuA Quick-and-Easy Late Summer Chesapeake Feast
This quick, weeknight menu has all the hallmarks of lazy, easy Chesapeake summer: crab, corn, peaches, tomatoes, and a decadent (but no-churn) ice cream. Though most of the menu comes…
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RecipeCumin Yogurt Rice with Carrots and Zucchini
Yogurt rice exists in so many forms across India—it is essential comfort food, often made with leftover rice, and the perfect cooling counterpart to hot weather. The basic elements are…
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RecipeMint and Cumin Chaas
This refreshing sipper is similar to the Indian yogurt drink, lassi, but slightly looser in texture, thanks to the water and ice. This version, which is seasoned with cumin and…
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RecipePoached Duck Eggs with Asparagus Vinaigrette
The rich, runny yolks of poached duck eggs become part of this elegant bistro-inspired salad dressing. Salty pancetta, caramelized shallot, and nutty sherry vinegar add a salty-tart counterpoint.
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RecipeMaple Cup Pudding
If you can find 15 minutes and know how to use a whisk, this comforting dessert is within reach any day of the week. Rich and creamy, and smooth as…
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RecipeDrunken Greek Pork Stew
This quick take on bekri meze, the classic Greek appetizer, pairs chunks of pork with a good splash of wine (hence, the stew’s name) and a broth laden with bell…
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RecipeSavory Sourdough Pancake
The easiest sourdough discard recipe! When the COVID-19 quarantine began, it was breaking my heart to throw out any discard. A chef friend dumped hers into a pan, fried it,…
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RecipePeach-Rosemary Jam
Sweet, bright, and herbaceous, this jam is delicious on toast or as part of a cheese board. Make sure your peaches are the yellow variety—white peaches don’t have the acidity…
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RecipeHomemade Chocolate Shell
You can’t knock a good pour of hot fudge over a scoop of ice cream, but nothing brings back childhood memories like the magic of a crisp, chocolate-shell topping.
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RecipeBlueberry-Lavender No-Churn Ice Cream
Don't have an ice cream maker? No problem. This ice cream comes together easily in the food processor. Floral lavender pairs beautifully with blueberry. Buy culinary lavender online or at…
