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Extra-firm tofu is simmered in a flavorful marinade, then baked until firm and browned. A versatile dish that can be served as a main or side.
5 ½ cups; 3 to 4 servings This is an extraordinarily easy and nourishing soup that gets much of its flavor from spicy harissa paste. If using store-bought…
A vegan take on the classic Sichuan dish, featuring crispy seitan tossed in a spicy, tangy sauce with peanuts and dried chilies. Serve over steamed rice…
Twenty-four 2 × 1 ⅓-inch bars If desired, substitute ⅓ cup (40g) rice flour or cornstarch for an equal amount of the all-purpose flour, which produces an…
One 13 × 9-inch cake; 16 to 20 servings Preheat the oven to 300°F. Grease a 13 × 9-inch glass baking pan.
A classic French beef stew made with tender chuck, bacon, mushrooms, and pearl onions in a rich red wine sauce. Slow-braised to perfection, it's served…
About 1 ½ pounds; 64 pieces The batches of fudge our grandmothers made were lighter on the chocolate than this smooth and creamy recipe. Personally, we…
A spiced jam cake made with raspberry or blackberry jam, topped with a buttery icing. Perfect for dessert or tea.
A rich, moist Italian sponge cake enriched with butter. Versatile for fruit fillings, roll cakes, or simple glazes.
About twenty-eight 2 × 4-inch cookies Spekulatius are rich cookies of German origin, with Christmas symbols pressed into them by special carved wooden…
About 2 cups This classic marinade for meat, poultry, and firm-fleshed fish is also basted on items once they have browned. If reduced until syrupy, it…
About 3 cups Chocolate sorbet is a bit of a head trip. The rich chocolate flavor will have your brain screaming “ice cream!” even though there’s not a…
Boiled crayfish served in the shell with melted butter and optional seasonings. A simple, hands-on dish perfect for casual dining.
A creamy and sweet frosting made with cream cheese, butter, and confectioners' sugar. Perfect for cakes and cupcakes.
About 1 cup Especially good with stuffed artichokes, steamed asparagus, or crab; see Crab Louis.
4 servings Position a rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Lightly butter a broilerproof 8-inch square baking dish.
About 1 quart The particulars of the milk you use will determine its consistency. Whole cow’s milk will set up very thick. Low-fat, nonfat, or goat milk…
1 serving If making a large quantity for a crowd, use two pans and keep the cooked matzo brei warm in a 200°F oven.
A rich and moist chocolate cake made with mayonnaise, which adds tenderness and depth. Perfect for birthdays or any celebration.
4 servings Use spinach fettuccine for an especially attractive dish.
About 1 quart This super simple and unusual vegan ice cream is from our friend Helena Root. If desired, fold in up to (1 ½ cups ½-inch cubes gingerbread…
4 servings Broccoli develops a rich, concentrated flavor and crisp, lacy edges when roasted.
Broccoli rabe is blanched, then sautéed with garlic and a dried chile for a simple, flavorful side dish.
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