A simple fresh salsa made with Roma tomatoes, scallions, jalapeno, and cilantro. Dominic's go-to recipe for easy snacking with tortilla chips.

Mixed-color new potatoes are grilled until charred and tender, then tossed with a fragrant tarragon-lemon compound butter that melts into every crevice. This vibrant, springtime side dish pairs the smoky char of the grill with the bright, anise-like freshness of tarragon.

Frozen Tater Tots are baked in a cast-iron skillet, smothered in a stovetop cheese sauce made with half-and-half, Mexican blend cheese, and cornstarch, topped with pico de gallo, and broiled until bubbling. These loaded, crunchy tots are the ultimate casual snack for movie nights and indoor gatherings.

Chicken wings baked at high heat are tossed in a tequila-lime-agave sauce and broiled until crisp, then served with a cool, spicy avocado crema for dipping. These sticky, tangy wings with their creamy dipping sauce are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any fiesta-themed party.

Crispy mini phyllo shells filled with lemon-scented mascarpone cream and topped with a warm cinnamon blueberry compote. A dainty, no-bake dessert perfect for a quiet evening of solo indulgence.

A buttery food processor shortbread crust is spread with tangy rhubarb jam and topped with an oat crumble spiced with allspice and cinnamon, then baked until golden and bubbling. These rustic, crumbly bars capture the tart essence of spring rhubarb in a portable, crowd-pleasing dessert.

Dense, fudgy brownies made with unsweetened chocolate and buttermilk for a rich, gooey center. The ultimate movie night indulgence.

Crisp-tender green beans tossed in a tangy red wine vinaigrette with minced shallots. A simple, flavorful side dish from Tom's kitchen.

A whole chicken is brined in buttermilk and hot sauce, coated in seasoned panko breadcrumbs, and oven-baked at 425 degrees on a wire rack until golden and shatteringly crisp without any frying. This clever technique delivers all the crunch and juiciness of classic fried chicken with far less mess and a fraction of the oil.

Onions, carrots, celery, canned tomatoes, Tuscan kale, and cannellini beans are simmered into a hearty broth and thickened with chunks of rustic peasant bread stirred right in. This classic Tuscan bread soup is the ultimate comforting, budget-friendly one-pot meal that only gets better as the bread absorbs the rich, savory broth.