“Grits love salt,” says Peacock, and his creamy-white grits demonstrate that it’s not saltiness he’s after, just perfectly balanced seasoning.

Olives, garlic, herbs, tomato, and wine come together in this short rib dish, a nod to the warm and sunny flavors of Provence. A shower of freshly grated orange zest at the finale brightens the rich braised beef with a citrus zing. This recipe makes a deeply...