Grilled Japanese Eggplant with Honey Soy Glaze

From the book Tom Douglas’ Seattle Kitchen by Tom Douglas

From Tom Douglas, a delicious way to eat summer eggplant.

Kung Pao Chicken

From the book Quick and Easy Chinese by Nancie McDermott

Pea and Spinach Soup with Coconut Milk

From the book Fine Cooking Fresh by Fine Cooking Magazine

Fresh peas are a must for this beautiful soup, but you don’t need a ton of them.

Potsticker Dumplings

From the book Quick and Easy Chinese by Nancie McDermott

These take a little time but are not difficult.

Roasted Squash, Pear, and Ginger Soup

From the book Vegetable Soups From Deborah Madison’s Kitchen by Deborah Madison

A soup of the season from Deborah Madison.

Toasted Pecan Gelato

From the book Recipe of the Week: Ice Cream by Sally Sampson

From the book Recipe of the Week: Ice Cream, by Sally Sampson.