Archive - Mains of Simmering: easy recipes for everyday life

Turkey Cheddar Smash Burger Tacos

+ my trick for making them perfect every time

Jul 6 •

June 2025

Cacio e Pepe White Beans

+ the best martini in New York City

Jun 8 •

April 2025

Moroccan-Inspired Braised Chicken

a one-pot meal with Olives, Carrots & Onion

Apr 27 •

September 2024

Tomato-Poached Halibut with Fresh Basil

a stunning recipe from Leah Koenig's Portico cookbook

Sep 22, 2024 •

Sauteed Japanese Eggplant & Chicken with Thai Basil Sauce

Summer is waning at the farm stand but there’s still some glimmers of it mingling amongst the squash, apples, and pears taking over.

Sep 15, 2024 •

July 2024

Kale & Feta Galettes

a spanakopita-inspired tart

Jul 23, 2024 •

Chicken Teriyaki Meatballs

an easy air-fryer recipe

Jul 14, 2024 •

Grilled Mediterranean Pizza

+ tip on how to turn your grill into an outdoor oven

Jul 7, 2024 •

June 2024

Fried Chicken Bites

Originally published June 2016

Jun 16, 2024 •

How to Poach Salmon

Originally published June 2016

Jun 16, 2024 •

Air-Fryer Chicken Sausage & Peppers

Sausage & peppers sauteing on a flat top is the perfume of the summer street fairs of my youth.

Jun 16, 2024 •

Stuffed Cheeseburgers

Originally published June 2016

Jun 15, 2024 •

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