Stir-Fried Steak and Cabbage with a Nice Zin

Necessity is the mother of invention. The phrase is a bit shopworn but it certainly......

Muhammara: Spicy Red Pepper Dip [updated]

Muhammara served with chips and another dipI found myself making this tasty......

Risotto with Fresh Black Truffles

Much of my cooking favors frugality. But the holidays certainly provide a good time......

Pesto Crostini [updated for the holidays & Super Bowl!]

UPDATE: I reposted this in December as a good holiday party option. Now, guess......

Cookbook for Christmas: Lidia's Favorite Recipes

I'd hoped to test a few more recipes before writing a review of Lidia's Favorite......

Wild Sockeye Salmon with Mushroom Sauce

I love salmon, but I am particular about it. I find a big taste difference between......