Gourmet

Oysters are a great way to start any meal, but buttered on toast they are ideal winter comfort food.

Stitt likes to take advantage of seasonal fresh beans, but he also makes this dish using dried beans such as cannellini, borlotti, and even giant limas. He often serves a mixture, simmering each variety separately, as cooking times differ.

This recipe is based on a classic Irish dish called champ. It is typically made with onions or scallions, but we've used chives—and parsley as well. You can create simple variations with parsley or chives alone, or go all out with a combination of sautéed leeks, caramelized onions, and fresh peas.

A fitting way to celebrate the arrival of plum season. Figs, peaches, and hulled strawberries can also be broiled in this manner.

Pineapple is a good finish to an Asian- or Caribbean- inspired meal. Serve the crêpes with vanilla ice cream.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 1 1/4hr

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This recipe was created to accompany Honeydew in Cardamom Lime Syrup with Vanilla Cream.