Leafy Greens

Orecchiette ("little ears" in Italian) are the perfect shape for cupping the kale and breadcrumbs.

The lamb roasts on a bed of thyme to infuse the meat.

Hearty escarole maintains its volume when cooked, which makes it a great choice for a quick sauté with shrimp.

This simple salad gets extra flavor from finely grated hazelnuts.

King trumpet mushrooms star in this salad served at Brooklyn's Prime Meats. They're available at many supermarkets, but you'll find them at better prices at many Asian markets. Crimini (baby bella) mushrooms are a fine substitute.

Tired of the same old yogurt for breakfast? This blackberry smoothie recipe keeps things interesting (yet healthy!).

Give Swiss chard a flavor boost by adding whole chopped lemon instead of just the juice. Simmering it first softens the texture and bitter undertones. Serve this black cod recipe with some quinoa.

A malfatto (Italian for "badly made") is a tender dumpling with rustic character. (Think gnocchi, but bigger.)

Can’t find Treviso, the long, thin variety of radicchio? Substitute endive or any other member of the bitter chicory family to play off the sweet citrus dressing.

Use this toasted-hazelnut vinaigrette on any fall salad.