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4 servings When my father, Ethan, came to visit during the holidays, he stayed at the now-defunct Mallory Hotel in Portland, Oregon. We would invariably…
These pan-fried Chinese curry puffs feature a spiced beef and potato filling wrapped in a curry-scented egg dough. They are served hot with a choice of…
4 servings Soak wooden or bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before use. Almost any vegetable will work, but firm vegetables such as carrots…
Steamed lobster is a simple and elegant dish. The lobsters are steamed with a little water and wine until bright red, then served with melted butter and…
Eight 3-inch shortcakes The cream in this recipe replaces the butter in a standard biscuit dough, resulting in biscuits that are quicker and easier to…
4 to 6 servings We are partial to old-fashioned recipes that combine fruit with whipped cream or rich custard. If using cream, serve within 2 hours…
One 13 × 9-inch cake; 20 to 30 servings Serve this cake straight from the pan. Have all ingredients at room temperature, about 70°F. Preheat the oven to…
About 1 ½ cups This has a tempting green color and a lightly tangy flavor. It is excellent with fish or poultry. If using with fish, omit the egg. For a…
4 servings Grill tenderloin whole to keep it from drying out. For tenderloins less than 1 ½ inches thick, treat as for chops, below. To ensure juiciness…
4 to 6 servings For turning cooked sausages into sandwiches, see About Hot Dogs. A quality sausage is well seasoned and needs little embellishment to be…
4 or 8 servings An unassuming but astoundingly good dessert that can be assembled and refrigerated up to 3 hours before baking. We usually consider it a…
A hearty beef and mushroom pie with ale gravy, baked in a double crust. Tender stew meat and potatoes are simmered in beer and herbs, then encased in…
About 1 ½ cups For a milder sauce, replace up to half the whiskey with water; for a very potent sauce, replace the water with whiskey.
About 4 cups Use as a stuffing for small birds such as Cornish hens, poussins, or squab, or serve as a side dish for roasted or grilled lamb. If desired…
A creamy, tangy horseradish dressing made with heavy cream, prepared horseradish, red wine vinegar, and vegetable oil. Perfect for salads or as a…
Fruit ice pops made with pureed fruit, orange juice, and sugar, frozen until solid. A refreshing summer treat.
About sixteen 4-inch pancakes Please read About Pancakes or Griddle Cakes. This recipe, perhaps more than any other in this book, has garnered lifelong…
A refreshing citrus salad made with oranges, grapefruits, and tangelos, lightly sweetened and optionally flavored with orange liqueur and mint.
Sautéed chitterlings are a Southern delicacy, pan-fried until golden and seasoned with vinegar or hot sauce. Serve with black-eyed peas and greens and…
Beets are steamed or simmered until tender, then tossed with butter or a vinaigrette and topped with a sauce and fresh herbs. A simple, versatile side…
About ½ cup You will find this condiment on the table at most Thai and Vietnamese restaurants. It is just the thing to add depth, salt, and heat to bowls…
A savory casserole of salt herring, potatoes, and onion baked with a gratin topping.
6 to 8 servings For a dairy-free rice pudding, substitute beverage-style coconut milk for the milk in this recipe.
This Cuban-style pulled pork is slow-cooked with bell peppers, onions, and olives, then served over rice. The pork becomes tender and flavorful, with a…
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