TODAY on MHTV: A lot of my family memories center around food, especially at Christmas time. My brother David is here to help me make a Scala family classic—beef braciola. Don’t know what braciola is? It’s thin slices of beef, seasoned with breadcrumbs and parmesan, then rolled into little bundles and tied with string. From… View Article

Today on MHTV: Exotic doesn’t have to mean scary; this bold and brightly-flavored Asian-inspired menu is all about making exotic easy.  Seared sirloin sits on a bed of scallions and arugula with my Thai Beef salad while my Clams with Lemongrass and Chilies make a great, quick app. For a balance of hot and sweet,… View Article

Today on MHTV: When the holidays roll around, so does company. Make entertaining a crowd easy with a one-pot meal. My Boeuf Bourguignon soup is hearty and filled with short ribs and veggies that I like to serve along with Herbed Egg Noodles and Horseradish Chive Bread for dipping. Buttery Apple Crisp with a brown… View Article

  TODAY on MHTV: Here’s my never-fail strategy for any last-minute dinner party. Think global, and set out a bold spread of Thai beef salad, chicken and coconut milk soup, steamed clams with lemongrass and chiles, and a self-serve rose wine bar. More from the show. Get the recipes from this episode: Thai Beef Salad Chicken and… View Article

TODAY on MHTV: A few of my friends are coming over, so I’m making a couple  quick Asian-inspired dishes that pair well with one of my favorite wines: Rose. I’ve got a wine bar set up so everyone can just help themselves while you get started on a fast app of clams with lemongrass and… View Article

TODAY on MHTV: One of the best ways to save time during the week is having something you can just throw right in the oven from the freezer, but it’s even better if it’s homemade. Jamaican-style beef patties with curry-seasoned dough and a spicy ground beef filling can be made in advance and stored in… View Article

TODAY on MHTV: Many families cook a traditional Irish meal on St. Patrick’s Day, and this year I’m joining in. Normally, corned beef takes a long time to prepare so I came up with my own version that’s not brined, pickled, boiled or dyed; I call it “uncorned” beef. A slow braise in beer and… View Article

TODAY on MHTV: My brother David is here and we’re making some of our family’s favorite dishes including beef braciola and  homemade gnocchi. Since it’s a meal for a special occasion, we’re also making an easy but impressive dessert of elegant salt-roasted pears with caramel sauce. More from the show. Get the recipes from this… View Article

TODAY on MHTV: Running around during the chilly holiday season makes me want food that is warm and cozy, and I always have a few comfort-food recipes ready for when the craving hits. I like to serve my version of boeuf bourguignon as a soup—it’s full of tender short ribs and chunks of veggies. To… View Article

TODAY on MHTV: Making a fondue spread is a great way to entertain since most of the work is buying all the ingredients, leaving you time to hang out with your guests. Miles is here to help me make my lighter version of Fondue Bourginnone: pan-seared cubes of beefs served with 3 no-cook dipping sauces…. View Article

TODAY on MHTV: Spaghetti and meatballs is a timeless dish, and one that everybody prepares their own way. My meatballs are a combo of beef and pork, but you can use any type of ground meat you like.  Since this is a hearty meal, on the side we’ve got a light, crisp romaine salad full… View Article