Maria's Cookbook

Onion aioli is what happens when caramelized onions crash the garlic-mayo party — and everyone is glad they came. Sweet,...

Camarones a la veracruzana — Shrimp Veracruz — captures the story of Veracruz on one plate: Mexican tomatoes and chilies...

Malassadas are the Azores’ gift to the fried-dough hall of fame: pillowy rounds of rich egg dough, fried golden and...

Banku is one of Ghana’s great staples: a smooth, slightly tangy dough of cassava and corn, cooked and shaped into...

Sautéed calamari is the Mediterranean’s five-minute masterclass: squid rings hit a screaming-hot pan with garlic and olive oil, turn opaque,...