Greco’s only published work was a slim, stapled-together booklet titled “Kitchen Dialogues: Recipes for the Sensible Hedonist” (self-published, 1985). It sold perhaps 2,000 copies, mostly at farmer’s markets and church bazaars. But nestled within those 48 pages was a recipe that, according to those who tried it, bordered on alchemy.
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Pat the meat cubes completely dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a heavy Dutch oven (Greco used a yellow Le Creuset) over medium-high heat. Working in batches, sear the meat until deeply browned on all sides—about 8 minutes total per batch. Do not crowd the pan. Transfer seared meat to a plate. Have you made the Classic Mouth-Watering 1986 dish