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Dried Daikon (Mu Malengi) – Daikon is an unsung vegetable hero, capable of transforming itself into the craziest shapes and textures. What I love about this pickle is that the comically large white radish, once dried, is almost unrecognizable; it takes on a sweet flavor and a fruit leather/jerky texture. …

Spinach with Sesame (Sigeumchi Namul) – Is there someone in your house who won’t touch their greens? This pickle-ish, pungent side dish is a way to make them irresistible. The recipe is pretty straightforward, but I must implore you: don’t use the bags of prewashed baby spinach meant for salads. …

Mushrooms in Soy Sauce (Pyogo Bohsot) – I took some liberties with this recipe; the real deal is simply shiitake mushrooms sautéed in soy sauce and sesame oil. However, I wanted these mushrooms to have a little more depth and character, and I really love the combination of the sugar …

Stuffed Cucumber Kimchi (Oi-sobagi Kimchi) – There’s something satisfying about taking a huge, honking bite of something delicious, right? Like a giant hunk o’ brownie, or stuffing in a huge piece of sushi all at once. Choking hazard aside, it gives your mouth a full fireworks show of flavor, texture, …

Broccoli Veggie Dippers – Get your vegetables the fun way. These dippers are small patties that you can pick up with your fingers. Eat them plain or dip them into your favorite sauce. Party food! YIELD : 6 Serving INGREDIENTS : ¾ cup lentils 2 cups broccoli florets, fresh 1 …

Mussels Stuffed with Spinach and Parmesan SERVES 4 1 cup dry white wine 4 Tbs. finely chopped shallots 1 tsp. cracked black pepper 4 sprigs fresh flat-leaf parsley 1 bay leaf 1/2 tsp. chopped fresh thyme (omit if fresh isn’t available) 28 medium mussels (about 2 lb.), sorted and cleaned …

Frico (Cheese Crisps) Recipe Makes 8 crisps 1 cup finely shredded or grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (you can also try Asiago, aged Cheddar, aged Gouda, Manchego, or another hard cheese) 1/2 tsp. lightly toasted crushed cumin seeds or fennel seeds (or another spice if you like) These cheese crisps can be made …

Gemelli with Asparagus and Caramelized Onions SERVES 4 3 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 lb. pancetta, cut into 1/4-inch dice 1 lb. asparagus, trimmed, peeled if thick, and cut on the diagonal into 2-inch pieces Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3/4 cup (about half a batch) Caramelized Onions …

Spaghetti with Creamy Braised Garlic and Leeks SERVES 4 2 Tbs. unsalted butter 1 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil 6 medium leeks (white and light green parts), halved and sliced crosswise into 1/2 -inch pieces (10 cups) 10 medium cloves garlic, halved Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup …

Grilled Goat Cheese Crostini with a Tangle of Marinated Roasted Peppers SERVES 8 3 medium bell peppers (1 red, 1 orange, and 1 yellow) 3 Tbs. balsamic vinegar 2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 tsp. fresh thyme 1/4 tsp. kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Grilled Garlic Bread (recipe …