“I’m from a family where every member of my family knows how to cook the entire animal from head to tail. It’s so important not to waste when it comes to food. We’re from the mountains in Azerbaijan. It’s so beautiful there that you can hear the voice of the river as you sleep. Mostly…
Baba Maral’s Azerbaijani Stuffed Eggplants, Peppers, and Tomatoes (‘Three Sisters’)
Chislic: Meat on a Stick, South Dakota-Style
Chislic is the most delicious traditional dish you’ve never heard of … unless you’re from South Dakota, in which case, it’s the center of your social life. In 2018, the state legislature passed a bill, subsequently signed by the governor, to make chislic the state’s “official nosh.” Within the southeastern corner of South Dakota lies…
Ask a Chef: Spring Lamb to Celebrate the Season
Whether for the Easter feast or an everyday meal, lamb is a classic choice for the springtime table. Here, chefs share some of their favorite lamb recipes—from centerpiece roasts to a rich ragù for homemade pasta—to help you usher in the new season. Boneless Leg of Lamb With Citrus-Mint Glaze From David Burke Chef and…
Roast Lamb for a Springtime Feast
The versatility of lamb is one of its greatest features. Whether you’re preparing Italian, Greek, Chinese, Indian, Mexican, French, or Scottish cuisine, a good roasted lamb dish can be the crowning glory of your meal. Springtime and lamb meat have gone hand in hand since ancient times. The conveniences of our modern world enable us…
Lamb, Kale, and Pomegranate Salad
This colorful salad looks as good as it tastes. The addition of lamb lends a “special occasion” feel to this otherwise straightforward dish, while the pomegranate amps up the flavor. I love to serve it in the springtime, and it makes great use of leftover roasted meat as well. Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time:…
Roasted Leg of Lamb With Tomatoes, Onions, and Cinnamon
Succulent, juicy lamb meat is always served well-done in the Mediterranean region. This type of roast—once synonymous with Easter, weddings, and important feasts—is now often enjoyed at weekly family gatherings. A symbol of hospitality for millennia, this is an excellent celebratory dish that your guests will appreciate. Many chain grocery stores offer leg of lamb,…
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