nona trading Beef Tagine, the Way I Learned It in Morocco
I learned this beef tagine from the auntie I stayed with while working in Morocco, who made it to welcome guests. Tender beef chuck, carrots, potatoes, and chickpeas braise in…
Creamy Chickpeas with Spinach and Feta
This creamy chickpea skillet is a cozy, vegetarian one-pan dinner that you can throw together with just 30 minutes and a handful of Mediterranean staples. Photo Credits: Ali Redmond The…
Steak au Poivre (Black Pepper Steak)
After years of living in France, I’ve perfected this French bistro-style steak au poivre with just the right amount of cracked black pepper! A restaurant-level one-pan meal ready in only…
Greek Lentil Soup (Fakes)
The key to my Greek lentil soup recipe is sautéing onion and tomato paste to build a deep, savory base that tastes like it simmered all day, even though it’s…
Pan de Cristal (Glass Bread)
The secret to Barcelona’s best pan con tomate is the bread! Here’s how to make pan de cristal, glass bread, at home. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm If you’ve visited Barcelona,…
Turkish Pasta (Yoğurtlu Kıymalı Makarna)
Topped with a meaty sauce, garlicky yogurt, and spiced olive oil, this Turkish pasta delivers the comforting flavors of Turkish mantı in far less time than it takes to make…
Mushroom Gnocchi in Creamy Parmesan Sauce (Without Cream!)
This easy mushroom gnocchi recipe is lightning fast, but full of deep, woodsy flavor. A creamy, milk-based creamy Parmesan sauce adds plush texture and makes it a cozy, one-pan dinner.…
Daube Provençale
Daube Provençale is the South of France’s version of a beef stew, braised until meltingly tender. Olives and orange zest make the sauce absolutely sing! Photo Credits: Ali Redmond The…
Chicken Scarpariello (Chicken and Sausage with Peppers)
Chicken Scarpariello is a perfect one-pot dish for the end of summer, when the evenings start to cool off but the market is still overflowing with peppers. Photo Credits: Loren…
Zabaglione (Italian Egg Custard Dessert)
Zabaglione is a soft, wine-spiked custard from Italy’s Piedmont region. It requires little more than 3 ingredients and 15 minutes to make, but it feels luxurious and special. Photo Credits:…