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A rich, glossy chocolate frosting made with melted chocolate and sour cream. Perfect for filling and frosting chocolate butter cakes.
4 servings This dish is inspired by two Southern specialties: collards cooked with salt pork and black-eyed peas cooked with a ham hock.
8 rolls or 16 pieces To make a vegan version of these, substitute Baked Marinated Tofu for the shrimp.
One 9 × 5-inch loaf This savory quick bread is just the thing with a bowl of soup. Position a rack in the lower third of the oven. Preheat the oven to…
Yield varies A transformative, French spread made from cheese scraps that might otherwise be thrown away or neglected—an especially useful recipe for the…
About ½ cup This classic garnish glorifies the most commonplace dishes. As a variation for a vegetable garnish, substitute hulled pumpkin or sesame seeds…
A versatile sheet cake for making roll cakes, with options for chiffon, angel food, génoise, or sponge cake bases. The cake is baked, rolled with filling…
1 serving For French omelets, either rolled or folded, the eggs should be beaten only enough to thoroughly blend the whites and yolks, not enough to…
These are German almond pretzel cookies, buttery and crisp, with a sweet almond topping. They are shaped like pretzels and perfect for holiday baking.
1 serving For generations, this has been the first cocktail sampled by American children—named for the 1930s child movie star. Substituting cola for…
A classic gin cocktail with lemon juice, grenadine, and egg white, shaken to a frothy texture.
One 9-inch single-crust pie Create a high rim with the crust to hold the generous filling.
A hearty chili made with wheat berries, beans, and corn, slow-cooked with fire-roasted tomatoes and spices. Top with cheese, sour cream, and scallions for…
4 to 6 servings Traditionally Persian rice is cooked slowly in a heavy pot over direct heat so that a delicious crust, called tahdig, forms on the bottom…
A creamy icing for frosting and decorating cakes, made with powdered sugar, shortening, and milk or cream. It is smooth and slightly stiff, ideal for…
A smooth, spiced apple spread made from apples, brown sugar, and warm spices. Perfect on toast, pancakes, or as a glaze for meats.
6 servings Gelatin desserts are not just for children.
A classic French condiment made with roasted red pepper, garlic, and olive oil, traditionally served with bouillabaisse.
A hearty oxtail stew slow-cooked with carrots and potatoes in a rich tomato-beef broth. This comforting dish is a full meal on its own, often served with…
About 5 pounds If you plan to hot-smoke your bacon, please read about Barbecuing for instructions on setting up the smoker. If you want to add a smoky…
A smooth and tangy citrus custard filling made with orange and lemon juices, thickened with egg yolks and cornstarch. Perfect for pies, tarts, or pastries.
Fresh strawberries macerated in Grand Marnier and sugar, served with a light vanilla ice cream and whipped cream topping.
A flavorful compound butter made with shallots, garlic, chile powder, and spices, perfect for adding a kick to meats, vegetables, or bread.
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