Caponata with Pecorino Romana

Name: Caponata with Pecorino Romana
Yield: serves 4 to 6
Ingredients: 1/3 cup raisins; 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons fruity olive oil, or more if needed; 1/2 fresh rosemary sprig; 1 large firm Italian eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc; One 14.5-ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained; 1 medium red onion, cut into large chunks; 3 garlic cloves, minced; One 8-ounce jar roasted red bell peppers, rinsed and coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup pitted green olives, such as Manzanilla, halved; 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn; Pecorino Romano cheese, shaved with a vegetable peeler

December 9, 2011

Similar to ratatouille, this Sicilian classic is a vibrant stew made with eggplant, roasted bell peppers, tomatoes, onions, raisins, and olives mixed together with lots of good olive oil. It’s one of those dishes where the final product exceeds the sum of its parts. Fruity olive oil is essential to the success of this dish; it is the facilitator of all the ingredients. Caponata can be served warm or at room temperature, as an antipasto, a side dish, or a topping for Crostini (page 27) or pizza.

Recipe notes

White Bean Turkey Chili

A dash of cocoa powder adds depth and richness to the broth of this easy turkey chili.

Butternut Squash–Kale Salad With Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette

Round out these autumn greens with tart pomegranate seeds, crunchy pepitas, and a shower of Parmesan.

Béchamel Sauce

This classic 15-minute sauce is your secret weapon for homemade mac and cheese, chowder, lasagna, and more.

Rosemary and Dried Cherry Pork Chops

Rehydrating dried cherries in hot water turns them plump and juicy—exactly what you want scattered throughout a rosemary-scented pan sauce for pork chops.

Dulce de Leche

Make this versatile caramel at home with our slow-simmered method using milk and sugar—or take one of two sweetened condensed milk shortcuts.

Our Favorite French Onion Soup

Caramelized onions, melty Gruyère, and a deeply savory broth deliver the kind of comfort that doesn’t need improving.

Frijoles Peruanos (Peruvian Refried Beans)

Mayocobas, or canary beans, are the quick-cooking pantry ingredient you should know about.

Gochujang Turkey Sweet Potatoes

Fully loaded, meal-prep friendly, and ready to be dressed up, down, or sideways.