I needed a meal for four. I had chicken for two, veal shanks for two, and absolutely no desire to go to the store. A look into the pantry revealed potatoes and carrots. I had what I needed for a stew!

Categories: beef, braising, chicken, dairy-free, entrée, poultry, stock, supper, technique, veal
Tagged: chicken, dairy-free, entrée, main course, mushroom, one-pot meals, stock, supper, technique

Cooking en papillote is an easy do-ahead preparation that is virtually foolproof, and it’s a fabulous way to impress guests! Children also enjoy being able to rip open the little present you’ve left on their plates. Start by removing the pin bones from the fish if it has any. Lay out a sheet of parchment [...]

Categories: entertaining, entrée, fish, seafood, technique
Tagged: entertaining, entrée, fish, main course, one-pot meals, seafood, technique

Time for a Quick Supper. I’m amazed that when people need to throw something together for a meal, they often neglect fruit. It doesn’t take much, half an apple in with some potatoes transforms the flavor delightfully. Found some pineapple in the refrigerator, and shortly it’s supper.

Categories: chicken, entrée, skillet, supper
Tagged: chicken, fruit, one-pot meals, pineapple, skillet, supper