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6 to 8 servings Along with Panzanella, this bread salad is a summer darling; just the thing to make when tomatoes and cucumbers are abundant and appetites…
A classic French spice blend of cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, ginger, and white pepper, used for stews and sweets. Store in an airtight container.
A quick takeout-inspired beef and broccoli stir-fry with a savory sauce thickened with cornstarch. Serve over white rice and garnish with chiles, sesame…
About 1 ½ cups This unusual barbecue sauce is specifically for grilled or smoked chicken, but it also works as a dressing for Classic Coleslaw or as a…
About 1 ¼ pounds; about 80 pieces Butterscotch begins to solidify immediately after it’s cooked and may be scored or shaped before it cools. Work quickly…
36 dumplings; 4 to 6 servings Ukrainian vareniki and Polish pierogi are made from rounds of dough folded around filling into half-moons. Fillings vary…
6 servings A warm, hearty slaw for wintertime; perfect for the Thanksgiving table.
4 sandwiches Iraqi Jews brought this sandwich to Israel when they emigrated, fleeing religious persecution in their home country. It is now an extremely…
6 to 8 servings Leftover or store-bought, precooked chicken or turkey breast is perfect here.
48 tortellini; 8 servings Tortellini are traditionally stuffed with a meat filling, but mushroom, winter squash, or cheese filling is also good. We…
About 4 pint jars Please read about pickling and How to Process. Prepare a water-bath canner, gather all your canning equipment, and have ready 4 clean…
Two 9 × 5-inch loaves A heavier, coarser bread than those made partly with white flour, but one with excellent flavor.
10 to 12 servings Of all the ways to celebrate such a prized ingredient, this preparation is probably the most foolproof and straightforward. The result…
A tangy red wine and herb marinade with balsamic, lemon, and garlic, ideal for chicken or pork. Quick to whisk together and versatile for grilling or…
A versatile ice cream pie that can be made with various crusts, ice creams, and toppings. Choose from meringue, crumb, or nut crusts and fill with your…
A bright avocado and citrus salad with grapefruit and orange suprêmes over romaine or spinach, tossed with a miso, vinaigrette, or poppy seed–honey…
Kreplach are Jewish dumplings filled with seasoned ground beef or chicken, typically served in broth. The filling combines sautéed onions, herbs, and egg…
One 9-inch cake; about 12 servings Crunchy and creamy, sweet and tart, this is a grand dessert. Have your way with it: Vary the nuts in the dacquoise…
16 tamales “Three sisters” refers to three indigenous North American staple crops that were often grown together—corn, beans, and squash. They make fine…
4 to 6 servings For well-browned, crisp chicken skin, heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the chicken, skin…
About 24 crullers Crullers were brought to America by Dutch immigrants. They have a twisted or knotted shape and are richer than doughnuts. Please read…
6 to 10 servings Roasting wild turkey in a bag keeps it from losing precious juices. Please read About Wildfowl and About Wild Turkey.
About 2 pounds This recipe is one of Marion’s, presumably written after a trip to Mexico. It is essentially milk fudge, but made by creating an…
A comprehensive guide to making jerky from various meats including beef, venison, pork, fish, and poultry. The process involves slicing, marinating…
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