Recipes with black pepper

Butter-sauteed mushrooms simmered with sherry and white pepper, tossed with fluffy rice and mushroom liquid. A simple, elegant side dish ready in 30 minutes.

Roman pepper pastry crust made with lard, coarsely ground black pepper, and egg. A savory, peppery Italian dough for pizzas and savory pies that rests in 30 minutes.

Marinated fresh mushrooms in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, and tarragon. A make-ahead appetizer that improves over 1-2 days in the fridge.

Marinated flank steak with soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, and brown sugar. Scored, soaked 2 to 4 hours, then grilled or broiled and sliced thin across the grain.

Grilled tomato cumin dressing with jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, and Dijon mustard. A smoky, Southwestern-style vinaigrette emulsified with egg yolk for a creamy texture.

Cream of asparagus soup with a butter-flour roux, fresh dill, and tamari, pureed smooth with whole asparagus tips floated on top. Made from scratch.

Traditional beef meatloaf with sage, celery, and chili sauce. Simple mix-and-bake recipe delivers comfort food in 1 hour and 20 minutes with minimal prep.

Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Kids love them.

A flexible cream of fresh vegetable soup template: simmer your chosen vegetable in chicken broth with onion, blend smooth, then enrich with a quick milk béchamel. Works with broccoli, asparagus, cauliflower, and more.

Boiled crayfish tails tossed with spinach, Belgian endive, blanched green beans, and fresh herbs, dressed in nutty hazelnut oil. A refined French-inspired seafood salad ready in 45 minutes.

Gai Thom Kha, Thai coconut chicken soup with lemongrass, galangal, fish sauce, and fresh chilies. Rich, aromatic, and sour-spicy. An authentic Thai soup made from scratch.

Chicken and zucchini soup built from scratch: a whole chicken simmered with parsnip, turnip, and lemon, then enriched with browned Italian sausage, pasta shells, and grated zucchini stirred in at the end.

Crisp Belgian endive leaves loaded two ways: smoked salmon with creamy Taleggio and fennel, or bresaola with roasted peppers and sun-dried tomatoes. No-cook Italian appetizers in 20 minutes.

Satisfy your hunger with this easy to make and delicious salad that will become your family's favorite.

Caribbean-spiced grilled shrimp served on charred sugar cane with a fresh mango lime salsa spiked with ginger, coriander, and molasses. A tropical showstopper in 35 minutes.

Italian-style stuffing with crispy pancetta, lentils, arborio rice, and fresh sage simmered in broth. Built for breast of veal but works beautifully in chicken, pork, or as a hearty side dish.

This sautéed babaganoush skips the grill and cooks cubed eggplant with onions, garlic, cumin, and coriander in a wok. Mashed with tahini and fresh lemon, it's a smoky, chunky dip served with warm pita.

Asparagus cornet with lemon dressing wraps puff pastry into golden cones, fills them with crisp-tender asparagus spears, and serves over a homemade lemon-mustard mayonnaise. Restaurant-grade plated appetizer for special occasions.

People who do not like ordinary pate seem to love this one. Vary the herbs and substitute the vegetables as you wish. Serve with water crackers, thick slices of crusty French bread, thin slices of whole wheat bread, or unsalted whole wheat crackers. May be frozen.

Jamaican jerk chicken legs baked with hot pepper sauce, cinnamon, and allspice, then crowned with a sweet-spicy papaya salsa. Caribbean island flavors over a bed of rice.

Turkey meatloaf with sun-dried tomatoes, Italian herbs, and egg whites instead of whole eggs. Sauteed aromatics cooked into the mix give this lighter meatloaf deep, savory flavor.

Pork ribs rubbed with ginger, coriander, and paprika, grilled low and slow, then glazed with a sweet-tart red currant jelly and Dijon mustard finish. Elegant enough to pair with a Cabernet.

Try this dish containing spinach and parmigiano-reggiano cheese, which is perfect for a special occasion.

Cajun prime rib roasted with a thick crust of black pepper, garlic, and onion, then chilled and sliced into steaks for blackening in a screaming hot cast iron skillet. A two-day showstopper.

Thai-style broiled pork rib strips marinated in soy sauce, whiskey, galangal, Szechuan peppercorns, and warm spices. Broiled until crispy-edged and brushed with sweet chili sauce.

Pumpkin and avocado oil soup blends pumpkin, fennel and potato into a silky pureed soup, with buttery avocado oil standing in for butter. A light, velvety vegan starter finished with a drizzle of oil.

Broiled flounder fillets crowned with a puffy homemade sauce: scratch-made mayonnaise folded with whipped egg whites, dill relish, lemon, and a dash of hot sauce. Golden, airy, and irresistible.

This is as good as any Italian sandwich I have eaten in Chicago! Even my grandkids loved it! PK

Braised lamb shoulder and merguez-style sausages served over couscous with a cumin and cayenne broth. A North African-inspired feast with carrots, zucchini, and white wine.

Asparagus with Toasted Pine Nuts and Lemon Vinaigrette recipe

Luxurious crab bisque with Scotch whiskey, butter, and heavy cream. Chunks of flaked crab meat swim in a velvety, boozy broth that comes together in just 30 minutes. Pure indulgence in a bowl.

Braised rabbit with dried apricots and a cabernet-mounted sauce, marinated 12 hours and slow-simmered until tender. A French masterchef-style dish for a special-occasion table.

Savory egg roulade filled with sauteed spinach, red pepper, and ricotta, rolled in a Parmesan-rich souffle base. An elegant brunch or appetizer baked in a jelly roll pan.

Variety of vegetables, they look colourful and taste very well. A very healthy enchiladas.

Vegan Alsatian onion pie with silky tofu custard filling and caramelized onions in a whole wheat crust. Savory comfort food that's dairy-free and egg-free.

Haring salade, a traditional Dutch marinated herring salad with beets, potatoes, apples, and dill cream dressing. A tangy, no-cook Northern European classic.

Low-fat mushroom gravy made with brandy, sauteed mushrooms, and milk instead of butter or drippings. Rich flavor with a velvety smooth finish.

Fresh spinach sauteed in butter with onion and garlic, layered with nutty Emmentaler cheese and a dusting of paprika and nutmeg, then baked until bubbly and golden. Simple, rich, and deeply savory.

Grilled or baked chicken brushed with a tangy applesauce barbecue glaze made with ketchup, vinegar, and Worcestershire for sweet-savory perfection.

Crumbled cornbread loaded with andouille, tasso, and sautéed vegetables, moistened with smoky meat broth for a spicy Creole stuffing that elevates any roast.

Another slow cooker recipe for a succulent dish that will have your family eager to help you set the table.

Spice up your crockpot with this simple recipe where pork ribs are marinated with garlic and barbecue sauce.

Iowa chops stuffed with brandy-soaked apricots, pecans, currants, orange zest, and fennel. Seared, baked, and finished with flambeed brandy for a tableside showstopper.

Pan-seared lemon pepper tuna steaks with a quick Dijon-lemon pan sauce and fresh chives. Ready in under 15 minutes with a pink, seared center.

Pate Diana, a silky French-style chicken liver pate with sauteed apples, shallots, and apple wine or brandy, sealed in clarified butter. Elegant make-ahead appetizer that keeps a week chilled.

Salt cod (bacalao) simmered Spanish-style with tomatoes, pimentos, garlic, dry sherry, and sliced olives. A classic dish that starts with an overnight soak and ends with rich flavor.

Bubbly, cheese-topped casserole packed with sauteed mushrooms and chopped chestnuts in a rich cream sauce. Hearty vegetarian comfort food in every forkful.

Israeli salad with diced cucumber, tomatoes, radishes, green pepper, carrots, and lettuce in a fresh lemon juice dressing. A crisp, vegetarian chopped salad ready in 10 minutes.