Absolutely Perfect Steaks

From the book Grillin’ with Gas by Fred Thompson

A how-to recipe for perfectly grilled steak, just in time for Father’s Day.

Artichokes, Oven-Roasted Tomatoes, and Goat Cheese

From the book Panini Express by Lauren Chattman and Daniel Leader

Basic Marinade for Seafood

From the book Marinades, Rubs, Brines, Cures, and Glazes by Jim Tarantino

Basic Southeast Asian Marinade

From the book Marinades, Rubs, Brines, Cures, and Glazes by Jim Tarantino

This versatile marinade is a catalog of Southeast Asian flavors.

Bay Scallop Ceviche

From the book Tequila by Joanne Weir

Scallops in tequila and lime juice — what’s not to like?

Beet and Avocado Salad with Sparkling Lime Vinaigrette

From the book Tiny Bubbles by Kate Simon

A celebration salad.

Bitter Greens, Artichokes, and Shallots with Poppy Seeds

From the book Turquoise by Greg Malouf and Lucy Malouf

Black Pepper and Garlic Chicken Wings

From the book Cindy Pawlcyn’s Appetizers by Cindy Pawlcyn

Borlotti Beans in Tomato Sauce with Creamy Polenta

From the book Heirloom Beans by Vanessa Barrington and Steve Sando

A winter meal-in-a-bowl, with or without Italian sausage.

Cantaloupe Jam with Mint

From the book The Joy of Jams, Jellies, and Other Sweet Preserves by Linda Ziedrich

A smooth, seasonal treat from Linda Ziedrich.

Chipotle-Glazed Steak and Avocado Salad

From the book Simply Mexican by Lourdes Castro

Christmas Lima Beans and Quinoa with Beets and Avocado

From the book Heirloom Beans by Vanessa Barrington and Steve Sando

Clam, Shrimp and Scallop Pan Roast

From the book Dinosaur Bar-B-Que by Nancy Radke and John Stage

Serve with a spoon and plenty of good bread to sop up all the tasty sauce.

Coco Loco Tequila Cupcakes

From the book Tequila by Joanne Weir

Corn Tart

From the book Simply Mexican by Lourdes Castro

A sweet counterpart to spicy flavors.

Fettuccine with Goat-Cheese Pesto and Roasted Tomatoes

From the book Pure Simple Cooking by Diana Henry

Fresh Raspberry Blueberry Tart with a Shortbread Crust

From the book The Cape Cod Table by Lora Brody

This free-form shortbread crust is a perfect start if you are new to pastry-making.

Grilled Garlic Shrimp

With Mâche, Avocado, and Red Onion Salad

From the book Cooking for Two by Jessica Strand

This recipe for two from Jessica Strand can easily be doubled.

Homemade Ricotta Gnocchi

With Orange, Sage, and Brown Butter Sauce and a Watercress and Blood Orange Salad

From the book Cooking for Two by Jessica Strand

Honey Walnut–Stuffed Dates with Spicy Greens and Three Cheeses

From the book Cindy Pawlcyn’s Appetizers by Cindy Pawlcyn

From “Cindy Pawlcyn’s Appetizers.”

Kung Pao Chicken

From the book Quick and Easy Chinese by Nancie McDermott

Lorna Sass’s Scarlet Runner Beans with Farro Risotto and Saffron

From the book Heirloom Beans by Vanessa Barrington and Steve Sando

Moroccan Mint Granita

From the book The Tea Deck by Sara Perry

Moroccan Red Lentil Soup

From the book Art of the Slow Cooker by Andrew Schloss

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.

Peaches in Rose Syrup

From the book Pure Simple Cooking by Diana Henry

Petite French Almond Cakes

From the book The Tea Deck by Sara Perry

These golden sweets look like a cookie, but are tender like a cake.

Potsticker Dumplings

From the book Quick and Easy Chinese by Nancie McDermott

These take a little time but are not difficult.

Roasted Tomatoes and Pumpkin Seed Pesto Tacos

From the book Tacos by Mark Miller

Put this recipe in your queue for summer’s tomato season.

Seaside Salad

From the book Big Night In by Domenica Marchetti

Slow-Roasted Arctic Char with Sautéed Fennel and Pernod

From the book Big Night In by Domenica Marchetti

Sour Napa Cabbage with Lamb

By Matthew Amster-Burton, from the Matthew Amster-Burton collection

Serve with steamed rice.

Spanish Sweet Potato with Chorizo, Peppers, and Fried Egg

From the book Pure Simple Cooking by Diana Henry

Perfect, comforting midweek food.

Tagine of Fish with Chickpeas and Roasted Peppers

From the book The Tagine Deck by Joyce Goldstein

Tunisian Fish Ball Tagine

From the book The Tagine Deck by Joyce Goldstein

Vegetable Stock

From the book Fine Cooking Fresh by Fine Cooking Magazine

Zucchini Fritters with Dill

From the book Turquoise by Greg Malouf and Lucy Malouf

These little fritters are a popular meze dish in Turkey.