Smoked Salmon Dip

Smoked Salmon Dip 8 ounces cream cheese (at room temperature)1/2 cup sour cream1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice1 tablespoon minced fresh dill1 teaspoon prepared horseradish (drained)1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1/4 pound 4...

Octopus Confit

Octopus Confit About 2 pounds cleaned octopusOlive oil as needed (about 3 cups)12 cloves garlic (peeled and left whole)2 dried chilies5 branches thymeSalt2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons lime juice Wash octopus well. Combine with olive oil, garlic, chilies, thyme...

Red Wine-Braised Polpo with Black Olives

Red Wine-Braised Polpo with Black Olives 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil1 large onion (cut into 1/2-inch dice)1 large carrot (cut into 1/2-inch dice)2 garlic cloves (minced)2 celery ribs (cut into 1/2-inch dice)1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper1 bay leafOne...