Grilling generally is a healthy cooking method because little or no fat is needed. But the intense, dry heat can quickly turn food tough and leathery, especially if you start with something lean.

This puréed broccoli soup is so flexible. Substitute asparagus or zucchini for the fennel in this recipe when they’re in season; cook them along with the broccoli. The crunchy, garlicky croutons are ...

A traditional holiday salad served all over Italy — colorful, tasty and refreshing. I remember as a child going to my nonna’s house to enjoy our Christmas dinner with the whole family. Together with ...

“While I could very likely eat this salad all year long, my true affection for it blossoms in the colder months, when winter has pulled its gray sheet across the sky, lopping off too many hours to the ...

1. Heat fennel seeds in a small sauté pan with no oil over high heat until just fragrant, moving seeds around so they do not get too toasty. You are going for lightly toasted, with no browning.

FOR THE RECORD:Bread pudding recipe: A recipe for fennel and sausage bread pudding in the Oct. 17 Food section called for three links of mild Italian sausage, about 15 to 18 ounces each. The sausage ...

Lovely anise-flavored fennel is a tasty vegetable that is in season now through early spring. This distinctly-flavored crunchy bulb is a star in Mediterranean-style dishes and is uniquely delish as a ...

While it is admittedly fun to wander through the small forest of farmers markets stalls and pick up the more exotic stuff for your holiday cooking, being overly ambitious can often contribute to the ...

You can find a bright spot this winter in this hearty salad. It has fabulous crunch, unexpected flavor, and it’s topped with a creamy, dreamy dressing. Bring it! If you’re looking for a tasty way to ...

What He Is Known For: Making the leap from top kitchens in Australia and England to American TV. Intimate restaurants that pay tribute to great ingredients. It’s been a while since chef Curtis Stone ...