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Peanuts and black sesame make this scallop sunflower come to life. Fresh sea scallops are arguably the most succulent and delicious of al...

Puy Lentils are the star of this evergreen dish, perfect for any time of year. Puy lentils, also known as French lentils, are beautifully...

Heirloom tomatoes shine in this "technique, not torture" standout. One of the best things about summer is the bounty of heirloom tomatoes...

This is such a scrumptious dish, a truly seasonal celebration of sweet summer corn. Gnocchi are typically potato-based dumplings, named f...

If you have a mandoline, you can make this in five minutes, flat! I first had zucchini carpaccio at a friend's birthday lunch. Well, I d...

Better than takeout...how about better than at the restaurant! Most people put fried calamari in the category of things that they enjoy o...

Shiitakes are transformed into something just as good as the veal or chicken version. Even the most devoted meat eaters cannot deny the d...

Retro chic and easy to love, even though perhaps a little cheesy! It can be seemingly most exciting to venture towards the unknown and so...

This summer soup is so refreshing and vibrant...and versatile, too. Tomatoes and oranges team up to make a coral-colored summer soup that...

Almond gazpacho - Ajo Blanco - is Spain's other famous cold summer soup! You will love this milky white gazpacho even if you don't like t...

The perfect summer salad for one or a crowd...and ready in 15 minutes. Who wants to sweat in the kitchen when it's hot outside? During th...

Better than takeout...how about better than at the restaurant! Most people put fried calamari in the category of things that they enjoy o...

Nothing screams "Spring!" like a bright and beautiful pea risotto. Everything about this dish is beautiful, from the color to the texture...

Eating the rainbow never looked or tasted so good! Side dish or vegetarian main? How about both! It's that good and that versatile. This ...

This recipe is an entertaining showstopper that is actually pretty easy to make. Paella is the name of the dish because it is also the na...

An easy and elegant edible garden perfect for a special occasion or just because. Quiche is one of those dishes that is truly all about t...

Try and eat just one...impossible! Whenever there is a menu item at a Chinese restaurant with a garnish of "Honey Walnuts," I order it wi...

This classic minced chicken-and-vegetable dish is a showstopper and a crowd pleaser! Some dishes are light on prep, but long on cooking t...

As hearty as it is elegant, this pie is perfect for entertaining, especially at brunch! This Alsatian Potato Pie is adapted from Chef And...

This is the ultimate "technique, not torture" beginner dumpling recipe! Homemade dumplings can be intimidating, especially if your focus ...