538–39, 538–41, 541
The Ultimate Bolognese Sauce, 729, 729–31, 731
yearly consumption, 641
Lard, smoke point of, 861
Lasagna
Bolognese, Traditional, 735, 735–36, 736
spinach and mushroom, best cooking methods, 737–38
Spinach and Mushroom, Creamy, 737, 738–39, 740
Lecithin, 802
Leeks
and Basil, Hot Buttered Snap Peas with, 413
Braised, with Thyme and Lemon Zest, 447–48, 448
cooking techniques, 408
preparing, for soups, 189
Legumes. See also Bean(s)
Garlic Sausage with Lentils, 514, 514
storing, 79
Lemongrass-and-Turmeric-Rubbed Roast Chicken, Spicy,
597
Lemon(s)
-Caper Pan Sauce, 368
Cooler-Cooked Chicken with, 396–97
-Dill Crème Fraîche, 382
flavoring roast chicken with, 589
-Herb-Rubbed Roast Chicken, Buttery, 595
juice, for homemade ricotta, 152
and Mint, Hot Buttered Snap Peas with, 412, 412
or Red Wine–Olive Oil Vinaigrette, Mild, 780–81
-Parsley Butter Seasoning, 326
Ricotta Pancakes, 155, 155