Chicory is available throughout the winter months. Choose chicory with crisp, fresh-looking leaves that are springy to the touch and tightly packed; there should be no sign of insect damage. Once ...

Drain on a paper towel and reserve. Toss chicory with Caesar dressing and adjust seasoning to taste with salt and pepper. In a second bowl, combine parsley leaves, lemon juice and zest ...

Toast until cheese is just beginning to melt and lose its edges. Don’t brown it. Meanwhile, dress chicory leaves with a little salt, pepper, lemon and olive oil. You want them to be bright ...

Preheat oven and broiler to 450°. In a mixing bowl, combine the butter and bread crumbs, using a spatula to mix, until a paste forms. Add the Gruyère and Parmesan, and combine. Stir in the thyme ...