Rather than mixing all the salad ingredients together, dress each item separately and then arrange them on a large platter.

Using a pizza stone in the oven helps super-heat the pan bottom, but this method works well without the stone, too.

Maintaining an even oil temperature is key to the success of this recipe. An instant-read thermometer with a high upper range is perfect for checking the… more »

For a complete meal of meat, vegetables, and sauce, add carrots, potatoes, and parsnips near the end of the cooking time.