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Tomatoes are hollowed, drained, and filled with a variety of savory stuffings, then topped with cheese and baked until tender and browned.
These cheese puff canapés are a delightful appetizer made with toasted bread topped with a fluffy mixture of egg whites, Gruyère, and seasonings, then…
4 to 6 servings WHOLE OVEN-ROASTED HEADS To eat this as a first course, squeeze the pulp from each clove, spread on slices of buttered toasted French…
Simmered cardoons are a simple Italian side dish, boiled until tender and tossed with butter or olive oil, Parmesan or bread crumbs, and parsley.
12 muffins Loaded with shredded carrots and apple, nuts, and dried fruit, these muffins are downright wholesome. Fortunately, they make up for their…
4 or 5 side-dish servings These German egg dumplings are often served alongside a goulash or stew and are particularly welcome next to Wienerschnitzel or…
8 to 10 servings An old-fashioned way to make use of the summer’s bounty of fresh tomatoes.
4 servings We think these potatoes are the perfect side for a steak (especially when French Fries seem like too much of a hassle). Use small…
About twenty 2-inch meatballs Sometimes we all need to be coddled by a meal’s warm embrace. Think of it as caloric self-care. Smothered meatballs and…
A rich, homemade beef broth made from chuck, vegetables, and aromatics. Perfect as a base for soups and stews.
A braised lamb shoulder roast cooked low and slow with vegetables, wine, and herbs until fork-tender. Served with a rich, savory sauce.
About 4 cups This recipe may be used as a template for making other kinds of nut and seed milks. Walnuts can make a good nut milk, but they are best…
6 servings Our absolute favorite cut to use here is the collar, or coppa roast.
A versatile citrus syrup made by infusing simple syrup with citrus zest and optionally adding juice. Perfect for flavoring drinks and desserts.
About 3 cups This refreshing sorbet makes a fine ending to a rich meal, or scoop the sorbet into glasses and pour more sparkling wine over it for an adult…
4 servings For a sort of miniature New England Boiled Dinner, substitute 8 ounces cooked corned beef or pastrami for the ham.
A hearty chili con carne made with beef, kidney beans, and a blend of spices. Perfect for a family meal, best served with corn bread.
About ⅔ cup Use for broiled fish, steamed vegetables, or chicken, or to give white or cream sauces a light green color and some added zing.
6 servings Italian panna cotta is a rich but light, smooth gelatin cream. For a panna cotta with little flecks of vanilla bean dispersed throughout…
A simple fruit gelatin dessert made with fruit juice and fresh fruit, set in a mold or individual cups. Serve with cream if desired.
10 to 15 servings This is much more than a soup; think of it as a fancy New England Boiled Dinner, or a subtly spiced hot pot where everything is cooked…
6 to 8 servings A truly warming dessert, with a taste and texture somewhat like pumpkin pie. This dish is a descendant of the British “hasty pudding.”…
10 cups; 6 servings This soup is a good candidate for pressure cooking. Use unsoaked beans and only 5 cups water. Cook at full pressure for 30 minutes…
4 servings Our crunchy, go-to formula, especially if we remembered to grill an extra tuna steak the night before to have in this salad.
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