One generous rib-eye makes the perfect steak dinner for two. Here, it's pan-seared in a cast-iron skillet and finished with a piquant pink peppercorn-and-Meyer...
The beauty of this recipe for twice-cooked pork, brought to us by Martha's friend Lily Mei, lies in its frugality. The pork's first cooking -- simmering...
This light and spicy chicken salad is dressed in a lemony mix of nonfat yogurt with just a touch of mayonnaise. The flavor is boosted by aromatic curry...
The Swiss chard in this pasta dish is the perfect economical veggie: You can eat both the leaves and the stems. Chose Italian-style chicken sausage, either...
Prosciutto -- air-dried Italian ham -- has a sweet, salty taste and a pleasant aroma. Its texture is dense and silky, the result of being pressed during...
Where there's smoke, there's mouthwatering barbecue-at least in the presence of a pro pitmaster like Rodney Scott. This stellar ribs recipe comes from...
Sliced pears become exceptionally sweet whengiven a quick turn on the grill (or the stove top). This recipe can be made on a grill pan, although you may...
The leftover sauce from the beef can be tossed with pasta as a first course, and, for the second course, serve the beef with a vegetable.From the book...
A hot, crunchy peppercorn crust makes steak au poivre one of the best beef dishes ever created. Here, a blend of heat, aroma, and fruitiness is formed...
Meatballs made with ground veal and pork are served with rigatoni. The ridged tubes of pasta are even better than spaghetti for catching this spicy homemade...
Crushed coriander seed and crumbled bay leaves make a crisp coating. Hanger steak has an intense, beefy flavor that's a great match for these spices. Also...
Eggplant is layered with a mixture of low-fat ground turkey, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and spices and topped with a light yogurt sauce in our version of...
This pan-roasted chicken thigh dinner is a winning combo of warm, crispy skin, cool baby spinach, and a creamy pea puree (the puree also makes a great...
You'll need all-natural cedar plank to infuse the pork with a delicious smoky flavor. You can also turn off the center burner on a gas grill for a portion...
Sesame seeds have a delicious nutty flavor. For an even coating, press them into the chicken so they stick. The seeds can spoil quickly, so refrigerate...
My Philadelphia-born friend is so devoted to her city's most famous sandwich that the first thing she did after her big fancy wedding was to head, gown...
As far as classic sandwiches go, ham and cheese has to be right up there with peanut butter and jelly. Part of its appeal is its adaptability. Here, French...
Puttanesca hits a decidedly lighter, more summery note in this riff on the classic, and is ready in only 20 minutes. Fresh tomatoes replace canned, and...
These giant ravioli are filled with a seasoned ricotta mixture, and then topped with an egg yolk before being sealed up in a homemade pasta dough. Draped...
Part lean beef, part eggplant, this low-calorie burger offers the best of all worlds. Shaving extra-sharp cheddar cheese on top makes a small amount go...
Flat breads, such as lavash or pita bread, are traditionally used to eat this highly spiced Moroccan stew. Ras el hanout is a complex Moroccan spice blend...
Jamaican marinade, or jerk sauce, is traditionally used with pork and chicken. Although ingredients vary, jerk seasoning usually includes chiles, thyme,...
While it's best known as a pie filling, there's a place for pumpkin in savory dishes, too. Here, rigatoni shares a bowl with a satisfying sauce made from...
Dress up steak with compound -- meaning flavored -- butter, which is surprisingly simple to make. A T-bone steak would also work here, just be sure to...
In this brothy dish, the chicken thighs are partially covered by liquid and quick-braised on the stove top. It's an family-friendly dinner with a tropical...
You'll most likely have to special order this cut of pork (where the loin has yet to be trimmed from the rib portion), but aside from the advanced planning...
Entertain at a moment's notice with this versatile and easy Grilled Chicken Salad with Thai Lime-Chile Vinaigrette. It's perfect for picnics and small...