This Easter weekend I am planning a family dinner and I always like to have the work done in advance so that I can spend time with my guests. The dishes are all very straightforward, easy to prepare ...

In my childhood home, we had a leg of lamb two Sundays a month. I loved those Sundays, as did my Shetland sheepdog who was the recipient of the leftover bone. Mom’s recipe was simple. The meat was ...

Prepare puntarelle by removing droopy outer leaves and separating stalks. Halve stalks lengthwise, then slice on the bias into ¼-inch slivers. Transfer slivers to an ice bath and chill until crisp, at ...