Culinary recipes

These stunning Mediterranean-style crostini will be a hit at your next party. The homemade tapenade is made with a blend of green and black olives and sweet peppers.

Sweet roasted garlic, black and green olives, and fragrant rosemary infuse this aioli with a gamut of flavors, enhanced by a dollop of anchovy paste. Whisk all ingredients together...

A whole bouquet of carefully chosen spices gives this chicken breast the amazing flavor of Indian tandoori chicken. Grill it and serve it on warm pitas or in pita bread with grilled jam...

Sea bass are baked whole with tangerines, oregano, and rosemary. For the crispiest crust, first pan-fry the fish and then finish cooking in the oven.

If you're looking to serve Italian pizza as a sophisticated appetizer, choose a pizzetta. These miniature pizzas are perfect for a couple of bites. Try the combination of olive tapenade, artichoke, and Parmesan cheese.

This cocktail quickly became a hit at chef Richard Sandoval's new Washington, D.C., restaurant, Dleña. "Tamarind can be sweet, sour, spicy, and tart all at once," shares the recipe's creator...

Tamarind, simmered in a rich syrup, is a delight in this vibrant mocktail. Fresh pineapple and coconut water add a touch of flavor...

Make delicious meatless dumplings that are much healthier than the traditional version. Soy sauce and sesame oil give the tofu a savory flavor that will appeal to both vegetarians and...

"Try a favorite throughout the Mediterranean and Middle East: the combination of tahini, garlic, and lemon in a fantastic salad dressing sweetened with honey. It can also be served with...

This is guacamole from chef Jeff Rossman. His restaurant, Terra, is located in the heart of California, where the finest avocados are grown. Guacamole is best prepared as close to serving as possible.

The star of this dish is the homemade pesto with lemon and orange. Bright, aromatic, and refreshing, it pairs beautifully with any white fish. Giada de Laurentiis serves her citrus pesto...

Grilled chicken breast chops are the perfect neutral backdrop for a flavorful yogurt marinade with ginger, garlic, and spices. A vibrant green sauce of fresh cilantro and mint is made with...

These juicy, flavorful meatballs are a delicious combination of ground beef, yogurt, chutney, breadcrumbs, and spices, creating a tandoori-inspired flavor. Serve...

In the US, different states are renowned for their barbecue traditions, which are largely distinguished by the types of sauces used. This tart, mustard-infused South Carolina-style barbecue sauce is perfect for...

This dish was inspired by Indian korma: ground chicken is slowly simmered in a spicy yogurt sauce and served on warm pitas with an extra dollop of natural yogurt. The filling can be...

These chicken flatbreads are similar to lahmacun, a crispy Turkish flatbread filled with ground meat and vegetables. Both the base and the filling can be made ahead of time, making it convenient if you're cooking for a whole...

Taco seasoning not only garnishes the rim of the glass, it also adds a zesty, spicy note to a Margarita. Make a syrup from taco seasoning and lime zest, strain, and use...

Moist, soft cupcakes are coated with a thick layer of ganache, and inside awaits a hazelnut and Nutella filling. To enhance the hazelnut flavor, add hazelnut liqueur to the batter and filling.

To prank your friends, bake this fun cake that resembles a store-bought dinner of Salisbury steak in gravy, buttered mashed potatoes, and a vegetable side of green peas and carrots.

This lavender-hued tri-cake display will be a beautiful centerpiece and focal point for your celebration. The bottom tier features large frosted cupcakes, while the middle tier features...

These ground beef tacos are served not in traditional tortillas, but in fresh tomatoes. Just the thing when you're craving tacos but you're on a diet! Serve as a refreshing summer appetizer or...

Tahdig is a staple of Iranian cuisine, with countless variations. This chicken wing tahdig is cooked in one pot—the crispy wings settle on the bottom of the pot, and...

Make delicious tacos in a large casserole. This is convenient when you don't have time to assemble each serving individually. Simply sauté the meat filling with black beans and vegetables in a skillet, then sprinkle...

Give your chicken fajita with shiitake mushrooms and corn a sweet and savory flavor by adding jalapeño and honey to the chicken breast marinade. Just half an hour is all it takes for the tender breasts to absorb all the flavors...

Tahini sesame paste takes our favorite healthy convenience food—canned tuna—to the next level in this easy salad. For a beautiful and unique presentation, serve it...

Meaty pork ribs from the loin area are marinated in a spice mixture with brown sugar, then smoked over hickory chips until almost done. While smoking, drizzle them with a wine...

This Mexican cocktail is made with beer and savory sauces and is typically served the morning after a night of partying as a great hangover cure. There's no established recipe...

This refreshing punch is great with or without alcohol. Perfect for summer parties around the backyard grill. Make a large pitcher or bowl of punch with orange soda, lemonade, and...

Enjoy the grapefruit flavor of this light, sparkling cocktail with a hint of vanilla from vanilla vodka. Easy to drink, this cocktail is perfect for house parties, brunches, and bachelorette parties. This...

Coffee and chocolate liqueurs, along with a dusting of sweet cocoa powder around the rim, make this cocktail a true adult dessert that's a perfect way to end a meal. Sweet...

Cranberry, mint, and lime complement each other beautifully in this refreshing vodka cocktail. Mash all the ingredients to release as much juice and essential oils as possible, and for a red...

If you're looking for a Swiss chard dish that's sure to please everyone, try this vegetarian lasagna. It's cheesy and gooey—it's irresistible! And at the same time, it's...

Think onions can't be a standalone side dish? It can, if they're properly prepared pearl onions with raisins in a tart-sweet glaze! Before frying, blanch the onions in boiling water.

Acorn squash naturally has a sweet flavor, but this recipe takes its sweetness to a caramel-like level. Sprinkle each pumpkin half with brown sugar, add butter for...

Even those who say they don't like Brussels sprouts won't be able to resist this side dish. It's aromatic, spicy, and sweet and tangy. Simmer the Brussels sprouts with onions and bell peppers...

Sauté the turnips in a skillet with butter, balsamic vinegar, and a little sugar until crisp-tender and glossy, like a glaze. Serve as a side dish with any...

Salmon fillets are rubbed with herbs and lightly smoked before being placed on a cedar plank in the heart of the grill, where the fish will gently cook, absorbing all the amazing flavors and aromas.

Fragrant and fluffy jasmine rice pairs perfectly with spices, raisins, and crunchy toasted almonds in this delicious pilaf. Despite its grand name, pilaf is prepared...

This pie is a simplified version of a tamale. You don't have to fill each piece of corn dough with filling and wrap it in a corn husk. Instead, simply prepare the filling—...

It's hard to imagine a fajita without bell peppers, but if you're experimenting with protein by adding shrimp instead of traditional beef, why not replace the peppers with seasonal zucchini and squash?

"Because beef tongue is an undeservedly forgotten part of the cut, I decided to cook it in one of the most popular dishes: tacos. Pressure cooking makes tongue as tender as steak, and it costs about twice as much...

A fragrant sesame latte with almond milk is a wonderful warming and uplifting drink on a cool autumn day. Tahini, a sesame paste, adds a nutty flavor that perfectly complements...

A classic beef stir-fry is ready in just 15 minutes using store-bought chopped stir-fry vegetables, store-bought sauce, and tender steak cut into thin strips. What could be simpler?!

There are two main types of this Japanese omelet: a spicy version with dashi and a sweet version with added sugar. The former is fluffier and juicier, but the latter is easier to prepare because it doesn't...

Takoyaki, which translates from Japanese as "fried octopus," is a savory fried ball filled with octopus and spices. When served, they are topped with a spicy...

Make a sweet cherry tomato chutney, a South Indian favorite, and serve as an appetizer on toasted baguette slices with a slice of melting taleggio cheese. The chutney's sweet and spicy flavor...

Enjoy the delicious combination of strawberry, basil, and lime in this refreshing bourbon-based cocktail. Shake all ingredients thoroughly to release as much juice as possible and...

In Italy, "spiedini" refers to any skewered kebabs. Make them with swordfish fillets marinated in olive oil and Provencal herbs, wrapping each skewer with thin strips of pancetta...

The classic Thai salad, tam hanun, is especially popular in northern Thailand. It's made with boiled and spiced mashed jackfruit, ground pork, curry paste, lime leaves, garlic, and...

The key ingredients of any pesto are herbs, nuts, cheese, and oil. Try moving away from the traditional basil and pine nuts and try a combination of Swiss chard, almonds, and Pecorino cheese from...