Balsamic Braised Chicken Thighs

These chicken thighs come together without much fuss, but the honey and balsamic vinegar give them a surprisingly complex depth of flavor.

Pork and Fennel Ragu

This quick ragu exemplifies my “double up-halvsies” trick. It’s got loads of onion and fennel, just a bit of pork for flavor, and half the pasta you’re used to. Yet it’s so hearty you’ll never miss the extra meat and pasta. 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 2 cups onion, finely chopped 2 cups fennel…

Improv Cassoulet

There are so many things I love about cassoulet ... one of them being its versatility. Be creative with your leftovers--beans, roasted meat, stale bread--and see what it becomes.

Crispy Mashed Potato Cakes

If you have leftover mashed potatoes on hand, these easy potato cakes come together in no time for a quick appetizer or vegetarian main dish.

Peanut-Sweet Potato Soup

Peanuts and sweet potatoes make a great pair in this warm, golden sweet potato soup. Although the flavors are complex, this soup is easy for a healthy midweek dinner.