Vegan

Stitt likes to take advantage of seasonal fresh beans, but he also makes this dish using dried beans such as cannellini, borlotti, and even giant limas. He often serves a mixture, simmering each variety separately, as cooking times differ.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.

Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 1 1/4hr

Velvety frosting and tender cake make this dessert rich and indulgent enough for any special occasion, any time of year.

This recipe was created to accompany Peppered Pears, Blue Cheese, and Fried Sage . Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

When making this salad, which is lightly spiked with jalapeño pepper, have all the ingredients prepared ahead. Then just toss them together as close to serving time as possible to keep the flavors fresh.

Great flavor resulted when we made these croùtes in a ridged grill pan, but a broiler will get the job done.

This chutney makes a fine accompaniment to chicken, turkey, and sausage.

Salatat Baqduness wa Bassal This salad is common throughout the eastern and southern Mediterranean from Turkey to Egypt. It is always laid on the bread on which grilled meat and poultry are served. In Turkey the salad is seasoned with only sumac; in Egypt, with lemon juice; and in Syria, Lebanon, and Israel it is seasoned with both. A chef friend of mine, Sami Tamimi, whose recipe this is, taught me to soak the sliced onions in boiling water for a few minutes before using. This softens them slightly and, more significantly, takes away some of the sharpness. Be sure to dry the onions well before adding the seasonings.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.

In this classic vegetable preparation, the cooking liquid is used to make the velvety sauce. The dish is normally served at room temperature, but it's equally good warm.

This recipe was created to accompany Onion and Bell Pepper Strata with Fresh Tomato Salsa . Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.