Beef Tenderloin with Pancetta and Hominy Polenta

The simplest and arguably best way to make a fillet.

Grilled Swordfish with Cucumber-Melon Salsa

A simple preparation with a big payoff.

Linguine with Clams and Chorizo

Spicy chorizo and tiny clams in a tangle of noodles.

Poached Pear and Blue Cheese Salad

Pears poached in a spiced red-wine vinaigrette lift this classic salad from standard to stellar.

Croissant and Armagnac Bread Pudding

Extra rich from the croissants, turn to this dish for a weekend brunch or a satisfying dessert.

Zucchini Blossom Frittata

Marjoram, zucchini, and Manchego cheese pack this frittata with flavor.

Lime Pound Cake

Rich, buttery cake with a hint of citrus; satisfying any time of day.

Chocolate Icebox Cake with Mascarpone and Blackberries

A rich, easy, no-bake dessert that combines chocolate wafers and blackberry liqueur.

Smoked Duck Pizza with Hoisin

Duck combines with red onion and hoisin for a quick meal.

Smoked Salmon Tea Sandwiches

Lovely as a tea sandwich or on its own.

Smoked Paprika and Rutabaga Bisque

Earthy rutabagas puréed into a silky vegetarian bisque and spiked with smoky paprika.

Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

Creamy and extra-tangy with a kick of Dijon mustard and sharp cheddar cheese.

Curried Turkey Salad

Toasty coconut bits, sweet raisins, and curried yogurt dress up leftover turkey.

Sun-Dried Tomato, Parsley, and Manchego Grilled Cheese

Sandwiched between toasty slices of whole wheat.

Classic Cobb Salad

The original composed salad that originated at the Brown Derby in Los Angeles in the Hollywood heyday of the 1930s.