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44 recipes tagged with classic.

Beef Wellington

2h ready

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…

Daiquiri

2m 0s ready

1 serving With grenadine substituted for the simple syrup, this cocktail becomes a Pink Daiquiri or Daiquiri Grenadine.

Crab Louis

15m ready

4 servings This classic recipe is also excellent atop shredded kale and radicchio instead of butter lettuce. Use a little of the vinaigrette used in the…

Sautéed Calf’s Liver

18m ready

4 servings This classic presentation reminds us that simplicity is often the best approach. However, you may augment and garnish this basic recipe as you…

Roast Beef

2h ready

A classic roast beef technique for well-marbled rib or loin cuts, yielding a pink center with a crusty exterior. Seasoned simply with salt and pepper…

Eggs Benedict

25m ready

2 to 4 servings For variations on a theme, place the eggs and ham on top of Fried Green Tomatoes, Latkes, Crab Cakes, or any unsweetened biscuit. For Eggs…

Quiche Lorraine

1h 5m ready

6 servings Traditional quiche Lorraine does not contain cheese; omit it, if you wish, for authenticity’s sake.

Custard Pie

1h 20m ready

A classic custard pie with a silky egg-and-cream filling in a blind-baked pastry crust, lightly scented with vanilla and optional nutmeg. Serve plain or…

Classic Croque Monsieur

40m ready

A classic French ham and cheese sandwich with a creamy Mornay sauce, baked until bubbly and golden brown.

Peanut Butter Cookies

35m ready

About sixty 1 ½-inch cookies For those who dote on peanut butter cookies, try these rich and crumbly ones, first published in the 1936 edition. Peanut…

Banana Pudding

2h ready

8 to 10 servings For even more banana flavor, puree 2 very ripe bananas with the milk before making the pudding, and use ¼ cup cornstarch. For individual…

Sauce Demi-Glace

2h ready

About 4 ½ cups A brown sauce made thicker and more flavorful by additional stock and reduction. Serve with filet mignon or game or use as a base for other…

Classic Apple Pie

1h 0m ready

A classic apple pie with a buttery crust and spiced apple filling. Perfect for fall gatherings.

Banana Split

10m ready

A classic banana split dessert featuring three scoops of ice cream (vanilla, chocolate, strawberry) topped with various sauces, whipped cream, nuts, and…

Easy Dubonnet Cocktail

2m 0s ready

A classic cocktail made with gin and red Dubonnet, shaken with ice and garnished with a lemon twist.

Easy Gimlet

2m 0s ready

A classic cocktail made with gin and Rose's Lime Juice, shaken and strained into a chilled glass.

Sauce Marchand De Vin (Red Wine Sauce)

35m ready

About 1 cup Serve with steak, sweetbreads, chops, or game. For Sauce Bordelaise, omit the butter and swirl in ¼ cup diced prepared beef marrow just before…

Classic Champagne Cocktail

5m ready

A classic Champagne cocktail made with a sugar cube soaked in Angostura bitters, brandy, and chilled Champagne, garnished with a lemon twist.

Classic Clover Club

5m ready

A classic gin cocktail with lemon juice, grenadine, and egg white, shaken to a frothy texture.

New York–style Cheesecake

10h ready

A classic New York-style cheesecake with a buttery shortbread crust and a rich, creamy filling. Baked at a high temperature then finished at a low…

Sauce Espagnole (Brown Sauce)

2h ready

About 5 cups To increase the usefulness of this time-consuming sauce, prepare it and freeze in cubes (see Keeping Sauces) or 1-cup amounts, then reheat…

Easy Gibson

2m 0s ready

A classic cocktail made with gin and dry vermouth, garnished with a cocktail onion.

Easy Caesar Salad

10m ready

A classic Caesar salad dressing made with roasted garlic, anchovies, and Parmigiano-Reggiano. This creamy dressing is perfect for tossing with romaine…

Chocolate Fudge

1h ready

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…

Easy Clover Club

5m ready

A classic gin cocktail with lemon juice, grenadine, and egg white, shaken to a frothy texture.

Ambrosia

3h ready

CLASSIC 6 servings Canned mandarin orange sections and pineapple chunks can be substituted for the fresh oranges and pineapple.

Easy Deviled Eggs

25m ready

Classic deviled eggs with a spicy kick from cayenne and dry mustard. Perfect for parties and potlucks.

Brownies Cockaigne

40m ready

Sixteen to twenty-four 2-inch squares Almost everyone has their own take on this classic American confection. This is the classic, lighter brownie that…

Béarnaise Sauce

25m ready

About 1 cup Heavenly on grilled steak and fish. Substituting fresh mint for the tarragon makes a Paloise Sauce, but parsley, basil, thyme, chives, or sage…

Hard Sauce

10m ready

Generous ¾ cup A classic accompaniment to Steamed Plum Pudding.

Cheesecake Cockaigne

1h 20m ready

A classic old-fashioned cheesecake with a graham cracker crust and a sour cream topping. It is simple to make and yields a creamy, not-too-tall cake that…

Granny’s Perfect Poached Eggs

5m ready

Learn how to poach eggs perfectly with this simple method from Granny. The eggs are cooked in simmering water with vinegar for a soft white and runny yolk.

Gooey Butter Cake(a St. Louis Original)

55m ready

A St. Louis original dessert with a buttery crust and gooey cream cheese filling, topped with powdered sugar. This classic cake is rich, sweet, and…

Algonquin

5m ready

A classic cocktail made with rye, dry vermouth, and pineapple juice, garnished with a Maraschino cherry.

The Kinsey Mill Oklahoma Biscuits

30m ready

A classic Southern-style biscuit recipe from the author's grandmother, perfect for serving warm with honey or butter.

Granny’s Kitchen Table Cake

2h ready

A moist three-layer yellow cake with rich chocolate fudge frosting, inspired by the author's grandmother. This classic dessert uses extra eggs for a…

Homemade Ice Cream

1h 0m ready

A classic homemade vanilla ice cream made with eggs, sugar, and milk. This rich and creamy treat is perfect for hot summer days.

Grandma’s Killer Chocolate Cake

2h ready

A rich, moist chocolate cake from a 1940s family recipe, made with bitter chocolate and a glossy boiled frosting. Perfect for any occasion.

Pecan Crescent Cookies

2h ready

These buttery, nutty crescent cookies are dusted with cinnamon sugar. They are a classic treat known by many names around the world.

Farm-Style Egg Custard

1h ready

A simple, silky egg custard made with cream, milk, and eggs. It requires minimal hands-on time and can be served warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Aviation

5m ready

A classic cocktail made with gin, Maraschino liqueur, and fresh lemon juice, garnished with a Maraschino cherry.

Classic Reuben Sandwiches

40m ready

A classic Reuben sandwich features corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing on toasted rye bread. This recipe includes homemade Russian…

Cream Puff Shells

1h 10m ready

Light and airy cream puffs filled with sweetened whipped cream and drizzled with chocolate. A classic dessert perfect for any occasion.

Rose's Muffins

30m ready

Simple and classic butter muffins, perfect for breakfast or a snack. They are lightly sweet and tender, with a golden top.

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