Stuffed Sardines

Stuffed Sardines SERVES 8 WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS Sarde a beccafico is a popular Sardinian appetizer that is made by rolling fresh sardines around a

Chili-Marinated Calamari with Oranges

Spicy harissa chile paste gives our marinated Mediterranean calamari salad intense and unexpected flavor. Chili-Marinated Calamari with Oranges SERVES 6 to 8 WHY THIS RECIPE

Prosciutto-Wrapped Stuffed Dates

We stuff sweet dates with a mixture of chopped walnuts and parsley before wrapping them with buttery prosciutto. Prosciutto-Wrapped Stuffed Dates SERVES 6 to 8

Pan-Fried Halloumi

Thanks to its high melting point, rich, salty halloumi cheese is ideal for pan-frying to a crisp golden brown. Pan-Fried Halloumi SERVES 6 to 8

Giardiniera

A hot brine redolent with traditional pickling flavors makes a quick and well-seasoned giadiniera . Giardiniera MAKES four 1-pint jars VEG WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS

Skordalia

Bread and potato create a lusciously creamy Greek skordalia , while lemon juice tames the raw garlic flavor. Skordalia MAKES about 2 cups VEG WHY

Provençal-Style Anchovy Dip

Our Provençal anchovy dip gets its velvety texture from boiled and pureed almonds. Provençal-Style Anchovy Dip MAKES about 1½ cups WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS A