African Peanut Stew

From the book Almost Meatless by Joy Manning and Tara Mataraza Desmond

A traditional West African recipe, full of good nutrients and flavor.

Asian Pork Kebabs with Apricot Mayonnaise

From the book Robin to the Rescue by Robin Miller

A simple, stove-top recipe.

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.

Black Pepper and Garlic Chicken Wings

From the book Cindy Pawlcyn’s Appetizers by Cindy Pawlcyn

Blackberry-Sangiovese Coulis

From the Kelly Myers collection

Blueberry Twist

From the book Cool Waters by Brian Preston-Campbell

Blueberry, lemon, and ground ginger will leave your friends guessing flavors.

Braised Red Cabbage with Apple and Juniper

From the Matthew Card collection

Stunning color for the winter table.

Brandied Late Summer Fruit

From the Kelly Myers collection

Chicken Breasts with Cranberry-Spiked Stuffing

From the book Robin to the Rescue by Robin Miller

Chicken Sausage with Basil and Tomatoes

From the Matthew Amster-Burton collection

Cinnamon-Sugar Doughnuts

From the book Family Meals by Maria Helm Sinskey

Clam Chowder

From the book The Cape Cod Table by Lora Brody

Classic Potato Hash

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

Country Ham and Fig Pizza

From the book Pizza on the Grill by Bob Blumer and Elizabeth Karmel

Figs, country ham, and walnuts embellish this grilled pizza.

Fried Egg Sandwiches with Garlicky Swiss Chard and Cheddar

From the Matthew Card collection

One of our favorite spring sandwiches, from Matthew Card.

Grill-Smoked Spatchcocked Chickens

From the Matthew Card collection

This method of grilling results in moist, flavorful chicken.

Grilled Lime-Marinated Flank Steak with Chipotle-Honey Sauce

From the book The Thrill of the Grill by Christopher Schlesinger and John Willoughby

Put this flavorful beef entrée on your Memorial Day menu.

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

Merguez (North African Lamb Sausage)

From the Matthew Amster-Burton collection

Mutha Sauce

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

Pad Thai for Kids, Beginners, or the Impatient

From the Matthew Amster-Burton collection

Panini with Goat Cheese, Arugula, Roasted Peppers, and Salame

From the book Salumi by Joyce Goldstein, John Piccetti, and François Vecchio

A fresh take on a salami sandwich from the book ‘Salumi.’

Papaya Passion

From the book Zero-Proof Cocktails by Liz Scott

Pickled Haricots Verts with Herbes de Provence

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

Pork Loin with Poblano Chiles

From the book I Like Food, Food Tastes Good by Kara Zuaro

This tasty recipe comes from Nate Query, the bassist with the band The Decemberists.

Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

From the book Food Matters by Mark Bittman

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.

Root Vegetable, White Bean, and Breadcrumb Gratin

By Kelly Myers, from the Kelly Myers collection

Serve as a main or side dish.

Saturday’s Limeade

From the book Lemonade by Fred Thompson

An uncomplicated version of perhaps the most refreshing beverage around.

Senegalese Peanut Soup

From the book Jewish Slow Cooker Recipes by Laura Frankel

From Laura Frankel’s book ‘Jewish Slow Cooker Recipes.’

Spanish Sweet Potato with Chorizo, Peppers, and Fried Egg

From the book Pure Simple Cooking by Diana Henry

Perfect, comforting midweek food.

Spicy Chicken Barley Soup with Sweet Potatoes and Spinach

From the book In the Kitchen with a Good Appetite by Melissa Clark

A nutritious and delicious meal-in-a-bowl from Melissa Clark.

Tennessee Bean, Sausage, and Mixed Greens Soup

From the book The Glory of Southern Cooking by James Villas

Trofie al Pesto (Ligurian Gnocchi with Pesto)

From the book Saveur Cooks Authentic Italian by Saveur Magazine

Twisted homemade pasta.

Tunisian Lamb Tagine with Toasted Almonds and Couscous

From the book Art of the Slow Cooker by Andrew Schloss

Turnip and Turnip Greens Soup

From the book Fresh from the Farmers’ Market by Janet Fletcher

Seek out turnips from the farmers’ market to make this soup.

Upside-Down Sweet Cherry Cake

From the book Rustic Fruit Desserts by Julie Richardson and Cory Schreiber

A rich and glorious cake that will impress all who eat it.

Vanilla Honey Sesame Milkshake

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

Vegetable Fritters

By Kelly Myers, from the Kelly Myers collection

Whole-Wheat Flatbread with Grapes

From the Liz Biro collection

This sweetened bread is traditionally made in Tuscany during the grape harvest.

Zucchini Fritters with Dill

From the book Turquoise by Greg Malouf and Lucy Malouf

These little fritters are a popular meze dish in Turkey.