Chopped Chicken Livers

Rich, earthy chicken livers mixed with sherry, hard-boiled eggs, and lots of black pepper. (By Kate Ramos)

Corned Beef–Potato Rösti

Swiss rösti potatoes get jazzed up with corned beef for an indulgent breakfast treat. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Thousand Island Dressing

Loaded with olives, peppers, and a sweet tang of ketchup, it’s often confused with Russian dressing. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Creamed Spinach

Simple, satisfying, and indulgent. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Cheesy Enchiladas

Loaded with cheese and chile gravy. (By Adela Jung)

Barley with Mushrooms and Green Beans

Hearty and healthy, this side dish is begging to be served with a piece of seared meat. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Savory Onion and Leek Tart

Inspired by the Alsatian flammenküche, this dish is an homage to cuisine from German-speaking Europe. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Caramelized Onion Dip

The addition of goat cheese mimics the zip of Lipton’s famous onion soup mix. (By Kate Ramos)

Basic Tomato Sauce

Even if you’re a pro, this sauce is a great base on which to riff. (By Kate Ramos)

Classic Steak Tartare

A timeless dish from the legendary Polo Lounge. (By none)

Mushroom and Fennel Bread Pudding

Loaded with herbs and pecorino. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Lamb Meatballs with Lemon-Cumin Yogurt

Mediterranean flavors liven up an easy party appetizer. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Mom's Meatloaf

Just like mom used to make, apart from the molasses. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Green Peas with Onions (By Allysa Torey)

Creamy Mushroom Soup with Blue Cheese Toasts

Possibly the mushroom-iest mushroom soup around. (By Aida Mollenkamp)