5 Ingredients or Fewer

Figs' — of Boston, MA — farinata is very similar to Niçois socca, chickpea-flour cakes with a distinct, nutty flavor. Serve the wedges alongside any green salad.

One of the most memorable meals of my vacation in Provence was at the one-star Auberge la Fenière," says Jacqueline Ross of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. "Set in the Lubron hills outside the town of Lourmarin, it's a remarkable place owned by one of France's celebrated female chefs, Reine Sammut. I'd love to re-create my first course there, a chilled tomato puree with roasted eggplant."

Time: About 30 minutes Level: Beginner This is the thin version of the Rhode Island staple that some still eat as an accompaniment to breakfast, lunch and dinner. These are wonderful plain with salt right off the griddle but can be gussied up however you like, although many Rhode Islanders cringe at the thought of a maple syrup glaze. Recipe Synopsis: Mix the batter and fry on a well-greased griddle.

An updated southern side dish.

This recipe is used to prepare <a></a>Roast Beef Wraps with Horseradish Coleslaw . Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This recipe originally accompanied <epirecipe:link id="15601">Fried Banana Ravioli with Vanilla Custard Sauce</epirecipe:link>.

This recipe was created to for <epi:recipelink id="12414">Chocolate Ganache Tartlets with Sweet Cherries</epi:recipelink>.

Flavored vinegars can be used to enliven dressings and marinades, finish pan sauces, or pickle vegetables--and they make wonderful gifts. Once the steeping is completed, these vinegars keep for several months. (Garnishes and other solids left in the jar, however, may discolor or break down.)

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Try the compote on pound cake, too.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less. We loved this refreshing condiment teamed with lean beef and with grilled shrimp.

This recipe was created to accompany Caramelized Banana Purses with White Chocolate Sauce. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

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

This is the basic method for preparing a chicken sauté to which you can add flavoring variations. You may dredge the chicken with flour if you wish. This gives a browner color but unflavored chicken is more delicate.

Pesto made with basil also works beautifully in this dish.