Shishito peppers are unpredictable, so the heat level can vary from mild to spicy, depending on nothing more than luck of the draw. We love a mystery!

A rich, spicy Japanese ramen built on chili crisp, ground pork, and a deeply savory broth. Tantan-Men done right.

Silky whipped sweet potatoes with cardamom butter, topped with golden crispy shallots. A side dish that upstages everything else on the table.

A rich, versatile pan sauce built on leeks, shallots, dry sherry, and heavy cream. The sauce that makes everything taste like a restaurant.

A Mexican chicken stew — boneless thighs braised low and slow in a rich tomato-chili sauce until they practically fall apart.

This takes a long time and a lot of steps. If you decide to cut corners, you are only hurting yourself. Block off a rainy Sunday and make this right.

Perfect for when you're craving a creamy pasta, but it's the middle of summer.

We all need a back-pocket rice and beans recipe that doesn't cost much, doesn't get old, and can be endlessly monkeyed with as long as the ratios remain the same.

A vegan mushroom and lentil pâté that mimics foie gras, served on garlic bread made with real intention. Surprisingly rich, deeply umami.

A warming carrot and sweet potato soup topped with smoky, golden paprika croutons made from day-old crusty bread. Cozy, easy, and deeply satisfying.