Marjoram

Bigos (Hunters Stew)

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Polish

Kentucky Fried Chicken

Preheat fryer to 350°F. Thoroughly mix together all the spice mix ingredients.

American

Walnut and Pancetta Pansoti with Asparagus in Parmesan Broth

The plump ravioli called pansoti ("little bellies"), a Ligurian specialty, are often dressed with a walnut sauce. We strayed from tradition a bit and tucked the walnuts into the filling instead. Be sure to buy pancetta that's well marbled: If it's too lean, it won't render enough fat to flavor the filling. Also, brown the onions well — the caramelization lends a depth and richness that's essential to this dish.

Asparagus Salad with Sweet Balsamic Vinegar

Boiling the balsamic vinegar concentrates and sweetens it, resulting in a dressing that requires less oil to balance the acidity.

Fried Pork Chops and Gravy

This revved-up version of a classic fried pork chop recipe is perfect for a family meal or entertaining. The chops are tender and flavorful, and the gravy is rich and delicious.

Beef Goulash

A classic beef goulash dish perfected. Ask your butcher to cut the meat from the shank into 3/4-inch cubes.