Tagliatelli with Chestnuts, Pancetta, and Sage

This beautiful pasta dish features a classic trio of Italian ingredients. Bottled roasted chestnuts make preparation surprisingly quick.

Orecchiette with Red-Wine Veal Sauce

Here, meltingly rich veal shanks combine wonderfully with the chewiness of orecchiette, ear-shaped pasta shells made of semolina (coarsely ground durum… more »

Pappardelle with Vegetable 'Bolognese'

This bolognese lacks one traditional main ingredient--meat. However, with hearty vegetables, you'll hardly know it's missing.

Eggplant, Zucchini, Red Pepper, and Parmesan Torte

Louisiana Deviled Crab Cakes

These crab cakes are flavored with the 'holy trinity' of Cajun cooking: onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Serve them with a helping of coleslaw or a green… more »

Green Beans with Crisp Shallots, Chile, and Mint

Tomato and Herb Salad

Frisee and Endive Salad with Warm Brussels Sprouts and Toasted Pecans