Recipes

MARY’S GUACAMOLE

My next-door neighbor, Mary, makes the best guacamole in all of Brooklyn. It’s always perfect and no matter how many...
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SIMPLE SALAD

I never think of myself as a great salad maker. Somehow I never get the oil and vinegar ratio quite...
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DAN’S HULI HULI CHICKEN

Although a Hawaiian Huli-Huli Chicken is often marinated with brown sugar, ginger and soy, I like Dan’s twist using molasses,...
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QUATTRO COLORE FARFALLE IN VODKA SAUCE

One of the downsides of my passion for fancy food markets is coming home with a bag of unusual ingredients...
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Asian Black Bean and Asparagus Salad

I’m a big Costco fan. Knowing that I’m getting a bargain by buying in bulk is very satisfying, even if...
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SHRIMP LAKSA

One of my favorite Singaporean treats is a steaming bowl of Laksa. It’s a spicy noodle soup that is made...
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SALSA FOR WIMPS

In honor of Cinco de Mayo, here’s a fun recipe from my book, GETTING SAUCED. I had the great pleasure...
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KATSUDON

I find Japanese cuisine to be one of the most difficult to master. The flavors are often so subtle that...
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KICKED UP THROWBACK COOKIE BARS

Some people call these “Hello Dolly Cookies.” The gang at Eagle Brand calls them “Magic Cookie Bars.” I call them...
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EASTER DINNER RACK OF LAMB

Are you thinking about serving lamb for Easter? How about this simple rack of lamb? Rack of lamb can be...
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