Salt and fresh-ground black pepper

Bulgur Wheat and Shrimp Salad

A coarsely ground wheat grain, bulgur is quick to prepare and makes an ideal pantry standby to use in hot and cold dishes. This nutty-textured, colorful salad is lovely to look at and full of flavorful goodness.

Slow-Braised Beef and Barley

Here, beef is simmered until meltingly tender while nourishing pot barley thickens the gravy to make a hearty casserole and...


Basil-Stuffed Chicken Breasts

This stylish main course is, surprisingly, not laden with fat. The chicken breast halves can be prepared in advance, covered...


Cod with Spicy Puy Lentils

Dark-green Puy lentils, grown in the south of France, have a unique, peppery flavor that is enhanced by chile. They...