Cutting leeks into large pieces (they almost dissolve when thinly sliced) gives them a presence equal to disks of potato, while cooking the vegetables...
Author: Lillian Chou
For maximum caramelization, make sure the cut side of the Brussels sprouts are flush with the bottom of the baking dish. As the whole thing bakes, the...
You'll rejoice as white and dark meat alike come out juicy and tender in a bird you can set and forget - and then enjoy.
This easy turkey tetrazzini recipe is the perfect way to enjoy leftover Thanksgiving turkey.
A standing rib roast combines deep beefiness with marvelous tenderness and, naturally, has a price tag to match. But don't be intimidated. It's still a...
Author: Lillian Chou
You can make and chill these mashed potatoes up to two days before the big night.
Author: Chris Morocco
This eats like a cross between a pecan pie, sticky toffee pudding, and a butterscotch sundae.
Author: Claire Saffitz
This savory wild rice dish is the ultimate gluten-free stuffing-basically a holiday-appropriate grain salad with lots of fresh herbs.
Author: Andy Baraghani
We spiked the glaze for our retro-chic ham with hot sauce and apple cider vinegar to cut through the cloying sweetness of the original.
Author: Chris Morocco
It doesn't take much to make slender, tender green beans memorable-lemon zest and orange zest warmed in olive oil provide sensational sparkle.
Author: Lillian Chou
Weighting the puff pastry with an extra sheet pan while it blind-bakes is a classic way to get the crackle without the height and also gives the pastries...
Author: Lillian Chou
Don't have a cast-iron skillet? Cook the kale mixture in a stainless-steel one, then bake the strata in a 13x9" baking dish.
Author: Deb Perelman
Removing the seeds from one of the chiles lessens the punch. If you like more heat, leave them in. If less, scrape out seeds from both chiles.
Author: Claire Saffitz
Dusting these tender pecan-and-butter-packed cookies with powdered sugar before baking them creates a crackly, glossy coating. Feel free to add more afterward...
Author: Chris Morocco
If you're the type who prefers desserts that go heavy on the fruit, this apple tart's for you.
Author: Claire Saffitz
Crisp pickled vegetables go brilliantly with cocktails (or with sandwiches, a hunk of cheese, a juicy steak...the possibilities are endless). Fresh ginger...
Author: Lillian Chou
The caramelized flavor of bourbon and the tang of sour cream add balance to the rich, spiced filling of this cheesecake. Chopped pecans add a nutty dimension...
Blanching the chopped orange in boiling water before cooking it with the cranberries removes any bitterness from the peel and pith.
Author: Claire Saffitz
This dough is too delicate to weave into a true lattice without breaking. Instead, arrange the strips in a crosshatch pattern, crossing over in a few places...
Author: Claire Saffitz
A basket of unusual breadsticks will vanish in no time. The fact that you scatter the strips of dough on baking sheets rather like pick-up sticks results...
Author: Lillian Chou
These cookie bars are studded with the best parts of traditional fruitcake (orange zest and dried fruit) and spiced up with lots of fresh ginger. The white...
Author: Tara O'Brady
A simmer and soak in sugar syrup glazes kumquats and liquifies their interiors so they taste like delicious shots of marmalade.
Author: Lillian Chou
Cooking the turkey on a rimmed baking sheet is great for all-over browning, but be very careful as you remove it from the oven so that the drippings don't...
Author: Andy Baraghani
We've adapted the classic roast into a buffet-style, serve-yourself dish, with options: make a sandwich (with cornichons and horseradish sauce) if you...
Author: Chris Morocco
Adding orange zest and salt to store-bought jam gives the filling an extra dimension of flavor without creating a lot of extra fuss.
Author: Chris Morocco
Sandwich layers of crisp chocolate pastry with an oozing chocolate-caramel sauce for a stunning-but-easy celebratory dessert.
Author: Donna Hay
The only thing more crowd-pleasing than cheese is marinated cheese. If Manchego isn't your thing, go for any semi-firm cheese like white cheddar, Gouda,...
Author: Andy Baraghani
We've got you covered. A dish of stuffing at each end of the table will help ease the traffic jam.
Author: Andy Baraghani
The most labor-intensive part of this recipe involves coring and separating the leaves of each brussels sprout-a perfect activity for those lazybones watching...
Author: Molly Baz
The breast goes into the oven at a relatively high temperature to take on some color, then finishes low and slow for extreme juiciness.
Author: Andy Baraghani
Harissa lends both a spiciness and an earthiness to this savory sweet potato dish. We promise you won't miss the marshmallows.
Author: Molly Baz
Figs bring a touch of sweetness to this bright, chutney-ish sauce and nicely offset the sharpness of the vinegar.
Author: Claire Saffitz
Adding ground coffee to both the cookie dough and the filling turns these cookies into something deeply more interesting than your average holiday spice...
Author: Tara O'Brady
The twice-cooked curd method was inspired by authors Rose Levy Beranbaum and Melissa Clark and ensures that these bars are extra sturdy and have a smooth,...
Author: Chris Morocco
Take down the temperature of a classic hot toddy in this easy, cooling rye cocktail.
Author: Andy Baraghani
These homemade onion-flavored chips just might be more addictive than the store-bought versions.
Author: Andy Baraghani
Bay scallops-which are smaller and sweeter than sea scallops-are found in estuaries up and down the Eastern Seaboard, from New England to the Mid-Atlantic...
Author: Lillian Chou
This dough can be formed into a log and stashed in the freezer so it's on hand for whenever you just happen to need a party appetizer. Let thaw in the...
Author: Andy Baraghani
This dough benefits from an overnight rest in the fridge, so plan accordingly. Freeze-dried raspberries are available at many grocery and health food stores;...
Author: Tara O'Brady
Stacking the dough in alternating colors and then smushing them into a roll is as easy as making shapes with Play-Doh. The method makes for a fancy-looking...
Author: Chris Morocco
Many gravlax recipes will instruct you to drain, turn, and babysit the fish while it cures. Not this one: Set it and forget it. Three days later it will...
Author: Chris Morocco
Underneath the toasted meringue, you'll find a surprising lightness that comes from cheery red cranberry sorbet layered with pale green pistachio ice cream...
Author: Lillian Chou
Broccoli stems are tender and delicious, but it's important to cut away the dried-out base and peel the tough skin of thicker ones.
Author: Chris Morocco
The holiday season calls for toasts, which, in turn, call for bubbly. Sure, you could pour a glass of sparkling Prosecco, but turning it into a celebratory...
Author: Lillian Chou
This simple cornbread was designed for making stuffing-it's easy to cut, not too sweet, and holds together.
Author: Molly Baz
Any cooking oil or rendered fat will work for making these supremely crunchy potatoes. Bonus: The fluffy insides are perfect for sopping up gravy.
Author: Chris Morocco
Choose shallots that are all about the same size so that they soften evenly as they cook. And if spicy is not your thing, skip the Fresno chiles.
Author: Molly Baz
Precooking the squash seasons and softens it, but don't let it get dry or brown. The moisture it retains ensures it will be tender after baking and helps...
Author: Claire Saffitz
This recipe looks more daunting than it actually is. You basically make a bread dough with a bit of butter and egg in it, knead it for a while, the leave...
Author: nigel slater