Name: Olive-Crusted Rack of Lamb
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds meaty lamb neck and shoulder stew bones; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 large leek (white and pale green parts only), chopped (about 1 1/4 cups); 1 large carrot, peeled, chopped; 1 onion, chopped; 1 large tomato, chopped; 1/2 cup dry red wine; 6 garlic cloves, peeled; 2 bay leaves; 1 1/4 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary; 4 cups water; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 3 large shallots, minced (about 3/4 cup); 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary; 1 1/2 cups (or more) fresh breadcrumbs made from French bread; 8 ounces Kalamata olives or other brine-cured black olives, pitted, finely chopped (about 1 cup); 3 well-trimmed racks of lamb (each about 1 1/4 pounds); 4 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

The divine lamb dish featured here is a perfect example of the excellent food served at El Olivo. This romantic restaurant, in a restored olive-oil mill, is a great spot to wine and dine someone special — the many wax-drenched candelabra are very nice touches. Service is impeccable, friendly, and attentive, including a sommelier at the ready to pair Spanish wines with the delicious local cuisine. El Olivo is one of three restaurants located in La Residencia, a beautiful resort in the western Majorca town of Deià.

Serve this refined Spanish dish as they do at the restaurant, with sautéed purple potatoes, mushrooms, baby carrots, and broccoli.

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.