Chef Claire

There is something wonderfully comforting about pulling a baking dish of stuffed peppers from the oven. The peppers soften and sweeten, the sausage filling turns savory and rich, and the cheese melts into every little pocket of rice and tomato. It is the kind of meal that feels generous without being fussy. This recipe makes classic stuffed peppers with sausage filling, using bell peppers, Italian sausage, rice, tomatoes, herbs, and a golden layer of cheese. It is cozy enough for a Sunday...

Asian Cucumber Salad Ingredients 2 large cucumbers, remove seeds and julienne 1 cup julienne carrots 1 cup julienne bell peppers (red and yellow) 1/2 cup chopped green onions 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Dressing 3 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 1 teaspoon minced garlic Instructions In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, julienne carrots, bell peppers, green onions, and cilantro....

Cherry tomatoes do something special in a hot oven. They wrinkle, burst, and turn sweet at the edges while their juices mingle with olive oil and garlic. Add cool fresh mozzarella and a glossy drizzle of balsamic glaze, and you have a simple dish that tastes like late summer on a plate. This roasted cherry tomatoes with fresh mozzarella and balsamic glaze recipe works as an appetizer, side dish, light lunch, or topping for toasted bread. It is unfussy, colorful, and ready in about 30 minutes....