August/ September 2005

Feature Articles		Page
FRESH TOMATO SAUCES FAST by Domenica Marchetti The secrets to these quick, flavorful sauces are cherry tomatoes and a shallow pan		34
A LEISURELY SUMMER PICNIC by Stu Stein An Oregon chef's picnic menu celebrates the bold falvors and easy elegance of the Mediterranean		38
GRILLING A WHOLE CHICKEN by Sarah Jay Chefs Joanne Weir and Waldy Malouf give whole grilled chicken two delicious twists		44
A BURGER WITH A TWIST by Bob Sloan Spread on a zesty South American sauce and swap the bun for a pita pocket		48
HOW TO MAKE A RUSTIC FRUIT TART by Joanne Chang Follow a simple formula to create freeform tarts that use pantry staples and ripe summer fruit		50
FIRE UP THE GRILL TO MAKE A GREAT SUMMER SALAD by Elizabeth Karmel Turn grilled vegetables into elegant salads with fresh greens, cheeses, and crunchy add-ins		55
COOKING WITH FRESH GREEN CHILES by Robb Walsh Learn to coax the best out of four common fresh chiles, and make some great Tex-Mex favorites		60
CHILL OUT WITH ICE CREAM PIE by Lori Longbotham This make-ahead triple chocolate ice cream pie is a classic summer crowd-pleaser		66
Departments		Page
RECIPE INDEX		6
MENUS		8
LETTERS		10
CONTRIBUTORS		14
IN SEASON Sweet corn -- a summer treasure		16
GREAT FINDS No-cook nibbles		18
Q&A		20
EQUIPMENT New pastry tools; Flattop grill; Induction cooktops; Ice cream machines		22
ENJOYING WINE Pinot Gris		28
GREAT FINDS Goat cheese; goat butter; even goat ice cream		30
READERS' TIPS		32
FROM OUR TEST KITCHEN Little tomatoes; Raw sugars; Harissa; Capers; Flavored butters; Better burgers; Direct vs. indirect grilling; Wasabi; Tasting canned artichokes		68
ADVERTISER INDEX / FINE COOKING SHOPPING GUIDE		78
FOOD SCIENCE		80
WHERE TO BUY IT		82
NUTRITION INFORMATION		86
PULLOUT: A DOZEN SUMMER ESSENTIALS Pestos, vinaigrettes, and rubs to make ahead		10b
PULLOUT: QUICK & DELICIOUS When the weather's warm		86c
BACK COVER: ARTISAN FOODS The best fruit dried in the sun

Fresh Tomato Sauces Fast, A Leisurely Summer Picnic, Grilling a Whole Chicken, A Burger with a Twist, How to Make a Rustic Fruit Tart, Fire Up the Grill to Make a Great Summer Salad, Cooking with Fresh Green Chiles, Chill Out with Ice Cream Pie