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Classic angel biscuits are light and fluffy yeast-leavened biscuits with a subtle buttery flavor, perfect for any meal.
A quick and easy hot cocoa made with milk, optional heavy cream, and cocoa syrup. Ready in minutes on the stovetop or in the microwave.
6 to 8 servings There are many steps and several components to this classic recipe, but the result never fails to impress: moist, rosy-centered beef…
About thirty 2 ½-inch puffs These little corn cakes don’t look like much, but they are strangely addictive. They may also be cooked in a little fat in a…
Whole or halved artichokes steamed with lemon, onion, and bay leaf, served with melted butter or a dipping sauce. A classic spring side dish.
1 serving This cooling Indian beverage is typically made with jaggery, or palm sugar. If desired, you may substitute jaggery for white sugar in the simple…
About 6 pint jars A classic from the first edition of Joy. Tree-ripened peaches produce the fullest flavor. Please read about pickling and How to Process.
About 12 waffles Serve these waffles with Whipped Cream and sliced strawberries. Preheat a waffle iron.
About 9 cups The directions given below are best for making tofu. To make soy milk destined for drinking or using on cereal, you need to remove more of…
Yield varies This apple butter is an excellent accompaniment to roast pork, as it veers more toward savory than sweet, but we still enjoy it swirled into…
One 9-inch cake; about 12 servings Please read About Tortes. Have all ingredients at room temperature, about 70°F. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease and…
Tender octopus marinated in olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, and herbs, then grilled until charred. Serve with fennel and white bean salad or arugula…
5 or 6 half-pint jars This chunky jam is perfectly delicious using only figs, sugar, and lemon juice, but add any of the optional aromatics for extra…
A quick and easy sorbet made by pureeing canned fruit in heavy syrup, freezing, and blending until creamy. No ice cream maker needed, and it can be…
Eight 6- to 8-inch tortillas Flour tortillas are very easy to make and much tastier than store-bought tortillas.
Italian sausages simmered with onions, garlic, and bell peppers, then tucked into warm hero rolls. A classic sausage and pepper sub that's hearty and…
A sweetened cheese filling made with cottage or farmer cheese, eggs, butter, sugar, salt, and nutmeg. Ideal for pastries, blintzes, or filled baked goods.
8 servings If you choose one of the less-cheesy fillings, try topping with 3 cups White Sauce I and 1 cup shredded Parmesan (4 ounces) instead of tomato…
A soft, comforting Southern-style spoon bread made with fine cornmeal, buttermilk, and eggs. It bakes into a light, puffed side dish that's perfect…
Classic candied apples with a glossy red sugar coating, optionally flavored with cinnamon and finished with chopped nuts.
About 1 pound; about 24 cups One of our favorite chocolate candies. Stir the peanut butter before using if the oil has separated. Have ready two 11- or…
About 6 half-pint jars This ruby-red jam combines our favorite summer wine with our favorite summer fruit. The rosé adds a subtle perfume to a delicious…
Thinly pounded chicken breasts are pan-fried until golden and served with lemony roasted broccoli. A quick and easy weeknight dinner ready in 30 minutes.
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