Recipe Sifter

Frozen Christmas wreath ice ring built in layers with cranberries, lemon slices, and mint that mimic holly leaves and berries. A stunning floating centerpiece for holiday punch bowls that keeps drinks cold without dilution.

Asian-style baby back ribs oven-braised then grilled with a star anise, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and rice vinegar marinade. A two-day recipe with deep, complex flavor.

Italian-style tomato sauce simmered with kelp seaweed (alaria or laminaria), garlic, oregano, and Worcestershire. A mineral-rich, umami-packed sauce for spaghetti, meatballs, or browned meat.

Light Southwestern vegetable stew with zucchini, mushrooms, kalamata olives, salsa, and salsa verde simmered in vegetable broth. Vegan, quick, and full of bold flavor.

Zucchini boats stuffed Andalouse-style with chopped beef, ham, mushrooms, tomatoes, and bell pepper in seasoned breadcrumbs. A rustic Spanish-inspired supper in 45 minutes.

Sourdough starter crescent rolls topped with egg wash and caraway seeds, baked golden and crunchy. A savory bite-sized bread that's ideal for parties and appetizer spreads.

Microwave flounder or sole fillets rolled with chives, dill, and mustard, wrapped in lettuce leaves. A light, quick fish dinner ready in under 10 minutes.

This hearty spicy corn ragout brings together sweet corn, fresh spinach, red peppers, and jalapeños in a quick 30-minute one-pot dish that's low-fat and loaded with bold flavor.

A delicious corn bread that tastes great served with chili or soup.

This is a classic Japanese dish, first made famous by the chef Nobu Matsuhisa and served in all his Nobu restaurants. Serve with steamed spinach and brown /black rice or quinoa for a simple, but delicious dinner.

Frijoles borrachos simmer pinto beans in beer with jalapeños, garlic, tomato, and cumin. The cantina-style side dish that pulls together in 30 minutes from canned beans.

Baked honey mustard chicken wings with just four ingredients: onion soup mix, honey, spicy brown mustard, and wings. Sticky, sweet, tangy, and crispy-edged party appetizers.

Sourdough starter made with skim milk, yogurt, and flour. A yogurt-cultured method from 1973 that creates an active starter in 2 to 5 days with no commercial yeast.

Baked chicken wings glazed in a sticky homemade sweet-and-sour sauce made from ketchup, vinegar, and sugar. Just 5 ingredients, one pan, and an hour from oven to table.

Fat-free cocoa squares with applesauce instead of butter or oil. A hot cocoa-brown sugar sauce poured over the batter before baking creates a gooey, self-saucing chocolate dessert.

Homemade horseradish relish made from fresh horseradish root, white vinegar, and salt. Sharp, sinus-clearing condiment for roast beef, prime rib, and Bloody Mary cocktails.