Step 1 Place three 28-oz. cans whole peeled tomatoes with their juices in a large bowl, crushing with your hands as you go; set aside. Step 2 Cook 8 oz. smoked bacon (about 8 slices), finely chopped, in a medium Dutch oven or other heavy pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until some fat has … Read more
This cherry tomato pasta recipe takes full advantage of the juicy sweetness and acidic pop of ripe summer tomatoes, but don’t let that stop you from making it year-round. Thanks to the fact that cherry and grape tomatoes ripen in less time than larger varieties—and because they’re easy to grow in hothouses and warmer climates—good … Read more
This zesty pasta relies on what’s perhaps an unexpected pantry staple to do all the heavy lifting: an entire jar of peperoncini. Yes, the very same jarred peppers that are tossed into salads or served with a slice of pizza can make an incredible weeknight meal without the need for many other ingredients. This is … Read more
Step 1 Gently mix 2 large eggs, 1 lb. ground beef, ½ cup plain fine dried breadcrumbs, 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 2 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about ½ cup), ⅓ cup finely chopped parsley, and 1 tsp. Diamond Crystal or ½ tsp. Morton kosher salt in a medium bowl until combined. Working one at … Read more
Sicilian pizza is an Italian-style pie identified by its thick, chewy, bready crust—similar in texture to a slab of focaccia, but under a layer of toppings like tomato sauce and other ingredients. In Sicily cheese is not required, but in this more American take on the classic, mozzarella and pepperoni pair up for a nostalgic … Read more
Step 1 Place racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 375°. Whisk 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour, 1½ tsp. Diamond crystal or 1 tsp. Morton kosher salt, and ¾ tsp. baking powder in a medium bowl to combine. Step 2 Whisk 1 large egg, 1 large egg yolk, 2½ tsp. vanilla … Read more
Classic chicken parm is hardly weeknight-friendly. Between breading the chicken, making a slow-simmered sauce, and assembling it all, it requires many steps yet still doesn’t feel like a complete meal on its own. A near-obligatory side of pasta requires a separate pot of water. This version ditches the breading in favor of a generous dusting … Read more