Nicole Franzen

Feel free to use any of the leafy greens listed here, but dandelion is ideal for its spicy, sturdy leaves.

The cinnamon butter will saturate the bread while it bakes, almost like an eggless French toast.

Our idea of magic mushrooms is crisp, golden (legal) substances with the power to lend a bass note of flavor to grain salads, turn a piece of ricotta toast into a meal, or stand alone as a savory side.

When you leave lemon peels behind on the cutting board, you’re (literally) throwing away free flavor. The peel adds a mild bitterness that we love, plus a bit of texture that instantly makes a salad dressing interesting.

We remixedpasta e fagioli, turning the brothy pasta into a welcome party for our favorite seasonal triumvirate: peas, mint, and ricotta.

Though it may seem like a counterintuitive practice, extra flipping is the secret to the golden-brown crust on these pork chops.

The search for crispy trout skin stops here. Dredging the fish in ground almonds works wonders, adding a delightfully toasty exterior.

A seared piece of meat might sound boring. But when it’s drizzled with a silky reduction? Always exciting.