Small Bites from Milk Street

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Red Chili Soup with Mixed Mushrooms

Iliana de la Vega lightens it up

By Albert StummSeptember 24, 2021

Fried Almonds, Cinnamon and Pepper Transform Squash

Finally finding a flavorful take on mashed squash

By Albert StummSeptember 24, 2021

Glazed Sweet Potatoes with Sesame

A Japanese-inspired take on sweet potatoes

By Albert StummOctober 4, 2021

Emilia-Romagna’s Sunday Soup

In Italy, a fresh appreciation for the old marriage of beans and pasta

By Christopher KimballOctober 6, 2021

The Power of Sour

In Ukraine, sauerkraut transforms a rich roasted pork dish

By Shaula ClarkOctober 6, 2021

Goa’s Answer to Stir-Fry

A Chinese cooking technique meets a world of flavors

By Albert StummOctober 6, 2021

Green Enchiladas with Chicken and Cheese

Tomatillos and poblanos make the sauce

In Venice, Parmesan, Radicchio and Walnuts Marry to Create the Perfect Pasta

The best food—and drinks—are found along the backwaters of Venice

By J.M. HirschOctober 7, 2021

The New/Old World of Traybakes

In Upper Galilee, Reem Kassis adds a fresh twist to a classic meat-and-potatoes traybake

By Christopher KimballOctober 7, 2021

Forget Everything You Think You Know About Banana Bread

From Africa and back again: Liberia’s tender, gingery take on a classic quick bread

By J.M. HirschOctober 7, 2021

For Fuller Flavor, Char Your Carrots

A high-heat roast gives these vegetables a taste of the tandoor at home

By Albert StummOctober 7, 2021

Sweden’s Sweetly Spiced Cardamom Buns

Kardemummabullar are the pillowy, buttery star of Swedish fika

By Albert StummOctober 7, 2021

The World’s Best Cheesecake Is From Mexico City

At Maximo Bistrot, we tasted a light, creamy cheesecake second to none

By Christopher KimballOctober 8, 2021

Orange-Cranberry Soda Bread with White Chocolate Chunks

An unexpected ingredient creates the tenderest, cake-like soda bread

By Shaula ClarkOctober 8, 2021

Chocolate-Cherry Biscotti

A double dose of chocolate ramps up the perfectly crunchy-chewy biscotti

Taking the Measure of Mash

Kitchen Counts

Off the Air

Editors’ Answers to Milk Street Radio Questions

Chris Kimball's Book Reviews

Get a taste of what Christopher Kimball is reading at Milk Street.

By Christopher KimballOctober 12, 2021

Earthenware pots

Sour Grapes Make Great Salads

Sweet and tangy grapes are key to a better bitter green salad

By Shaula ClarkDecember 1, 2021

Pasta with Artichokes and Olives

This one-pot pasta dish gets deep, savory flavor from anchovies, capers, olives and Parmesan, ingredients that are rich in umami. The subtle sweetness of artichokes, the freshness of basil (and/or parsley) and the brightness of lemon zest and juice ba

Persian-Style Chicken, Mushroom and Barley Soup

In this Persian-inspired chicken and barley soup, fragrant spices lend color and complexity, while fresh herbs give a brightening lift. OR This toss-in-the-pot chicken and mushroom soup takes inspiration from fragrant, Persian soup-e jo.

Rice Pilaf with Shrimp and Roasted Tomatoes

The inspiration for this light yet satisfying main-course rice pilaf comes from a recipe by Christina Mouratoglou and Adrien Carré of Mazi restaurant in London. We use the broiler to quickly cook shrimp and lightly char cherry (or grape) tomatoes, the

Salt and Pepper Pork Chops with Spicy Scallions

If you’re looking for a meaty dinner with big, bold flavors, give it the tongue-tingling, Cantonese salt-and-pepper treatment.

Broiled Salmon with Yogurt, Citrus and Warm Spices

A simple mixture of Greek yogurt, spices and citrus zest does double duty when it is slathered onto salmon fillets before broiling; the yogurt sticks the seasonings to the fish for maximum flavor impact while also helping with caramelization. A bit mo

Seared and Steamed Green Beans and Tomatoes with Feta

In this simple side, sweet cherry (or grape) tomatoes and green beans go into the skillet, where both blister and char. We like the fruity, cuminy notes of Aleppo pepper in this dish, but the earthiness of smoked paprika is great, too. Feta cheese spr

Peruvian Beef and Cilantro Stew

Seco de carne is a classic Peruvian meat and vegetable stew, and a perfect contender for cooking in an Instant Pot, either quickly under pressure or using the slow-cooker function. Fresh cilantro is a defining flavor of the dish. We blend an entire bu

Mely Martinez’ Black Bean Tostadas

These tostadas are a delicious contrast between crunchy and creamy, with salty notes from the queso fresco, coolness from the lettuce and creaminess from crema.