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66 recipes tagged with sour cream.
4 servings This dish is traditionally made with tenderloin, but we prefer less expensive cuts that have more flavor. If you do use tenderloin, try to find…
8 servings To prepare the authentic recipe, substitute two 10¾-ounce cans condensed cream of chicken soup for the flour, chicken stock, and sour cream.
Whole unpeeled onions baked in the oven or buried in embers until soft and sweet. Seasoned simply with butter, salt, pepper, and optional Parmesan or sour…
4 to 6 servings This dish was originally intended for cooking old stewing chickens. Marion Becker’s original headnote wryly stated “Whenever we see one of…
About fourteen 3-inch cakes The high starch content of russet potatoes helps hold the cakes together. Shredded celery root, parsnip, sweet potato, or…
36 dumplings; 4 to 6 servings Ukrainian vareniki and Polish pierogi are made from rounds of dough folded around filling into half-moons. Fillings vary…
8 servings The specialty of Irma’s grandmother who came from Lübeck, Germany. This is not at all like a standard soufflé, nor is it like a cake. But like…
Classic baked russet potatoes with flaky interiors, served with optional toppings like butter, sour cream, chives, and crisp bacon. Simple to prepare and…
A simple and elegant dessert of fresh whole strawberries served with a mound of brown sugar and a dish of sour cream for dipping.
A classic carrot and raisin salad with a creamy lemon dressing. Chopped pecans or peanuts add crunch, and it comes together in minutes.
4 to 6 servings This is one of the stranger recipes in the book but also one of the most delicious. For brûléed citrus fruit, see Broiled Grapefruit.
A creamy, tangy dressing made with buttermilk, sour cream, honey, and fresh aromatics. Perfect for salads or as a dip.
A rich, spiced chocolate cake with layers of bittersweet chocolate and warm spices like cinnamon, cayenne, and cardamom. Named after a friend who declared…
About 4 cups; 3 to 4 servings Be sure the bushes from which you gather the rose hips were not sprayed.
About 36 rolls Sweet enough for a dessert if you add a bit more sugar. Serve with coffee and fruit.
A rich custard filling made with sour cream, sugar, and finely chopped toasted hazelnuts or almonds, thickened with egg and flavored with vanilla or…
4 to 6 servings Serve this flavorful dish with small boiled potatoes or Spätzle.
2 cups For a richer dip, replace ½ cup of the sour cream with ½ cup mayonnaise.
A crunchy, sweet, and tangy coleslaw perfect for barbecues and picnics. Serve as a side or on burgers.
A creamy dip made with caramelized red onions, garlic, thyme, and sour cream. Serve chilled with chips or vegetables.
One 9- or 9 ½-inch Bundt cake This rich moist cake, layered with crunchy cinnamon-nut crumbs is wonderfully satisfying. It’s everyone’s favorite at a…
Veal cutlets are sautéed and served in a rich paprika-sour cream sauce with onions, finished with parsley and optional capers or anchovies. Traditionally…
A rich and dense chocolate cheesecake with a chocolate wafer crust. Perfect for chocolate lovers.
A rich, glossy chocolate frosting made with melted chocolate and sour cream. Perfect for filling and frosting chocolate butter cakes.
24 pieces For a less expensive variation, top the potato halves with 12 ounces flaked hot-smoked salmon instead of caviar.
About twelve 4-inch pancakes Delicious with honey, sweetened sour cream, Crème Fraîche, or Blueberry Compote.
A chilled borscht made with tomato juice, beets, and cornichons, garnished with hard-boiled eggs, sour cream, and fresh herbs.
A sweet noodle kugel made with creamy cheeses, egg noodles, and a crunchy cinnamon-walnut topping. Perfect as a side dish for holidays or family…
About 2 cups For a richer dip, replace ½ cup of the yogurt or sour cream with ½ cup mayonnaise.
A rich and dense chocolate pound cake made with bittersweet chocolate and sour cream. Perfect for serving at gatherings or as a special treat.
¾ to 1 cup Delightfully simple, and a marvelous accompaniment for sausages, pork, beef, or fish.
A creamy sour cream custard pie or tartlets filled with cherries or berries, baked in a graham cracker crust. Serve warm or cold.
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…
Bell peppers stuffed with a spiced beef and almond mixture, baked until tender, and served with a creamy pecan sauce.
A creamy, tangy blue cheese dressing made with sour cream, buttermilk, and blue cheese crumbles. Perfect for salads or as a dip.
A classic New York-style cheesecake with a graham cracker and walnut crust. This dense, creamy dessert is made with cream cheese and sour cream, and can…
We love latkes—the fried potato pancakes reminiscent of hash browns that are traditionally served at Hanukkah—and we especially love the ones Lindsay’s…
This loaded baked potato dip combines all the classic toppings of a baked potato into a creamy, cheesy dip. Serve with potato chips for a crowd-pleasing…
A tangy and spicy potato salad with crispy bacon ends, pickled jalapeños and onions, and a creamy dressing. The vinegar and peppers balance the richness…
A hearty Hungarian goulash made with tender beef strips in a rich, creamy paprika sauce. Slow-baked to perfection, this comforting dish is sure to be a…
A classic Hungarian dish featuring tender chicken in a rich, creamy paprika sauce. This comforting recipe is perfect served over rice.
A hearty, savory corn bread baked in a hot cast-iron skillet with cheddar cheese and scallions. Serve with Steen's Butter for a rich, sweet finish.
A hearty vegetarian borscht made with whole beets and their greens, simmered in vegetable stock with potato and onion, thickened with a roux, and finished…
Slow-cooked flank steak in a smoky chipotle-tomato sauce, shredded and served in corn tortillas with sour cream and pico de gallo.
Crispy-edged, soft-centered hasselback potatoes baked in a cast-iron pan with butter and spice rub. An impressive yet easy side dish.
A classic beef stroganoff with tender beef, mushrooms, and a creamy sour cream sauce, topped with crispy potato straws.
Old-fashioned sour cream doughnuts are a classic fried pastry with a crisp, cracked exterior and tender interior. They are flavored with cinnamon and…
A classic Hungarian stew of chicken in a creamy paprika sauce, served over egg noodles. Quick and comforting weeknight dinner.
These sweet rolls are a cinnamon-pecan delight with a cream cheese icing, inspired by the fictional Sugarloaf Café from the Ali Reynolds book series.
Crispy, golden potato pancakes made from hand-grated potatoes, egg, and a bit of flour, fried to perfection. Serve hot with applesauce or sour cream.
A sweet and rich corn pudding casserole with a creamy custard-like texture, perfect as a side dish for holiday gatherings.
A creamy cucumber-dill sauce perfect for fish, made with fresh summer cucumbers. It also complements rice bowls, tacos, and poke.
A moist chocolate chip pudding cake with a Southern twist, baked in a Bundt pan. Perfect for dessert or a cozy treat.
A simple chocolate icing made with melted chocolate chips and sour cream. Perfect for cakes or cupcakes.
A bright beet soup that can be served hot or cold. It is a refreshing dish on a hot day.
A classic coffee cake with a cinnamon-nut swirl, moist and tender from sour cream, topped with a generous layer of cinnamon-sugar.
A hearty beef chili with pinto beans, bell peppers, and a blend of spices. Perfect for feeding a crowd after a long day of work. Serve with cornbread and…
A creamy dip with caramelized onions, served with fresh garden vegetables. The hint of sweetness makes it a hit with kids.
A tangy German cucumber salad made with pickled white onions, sour cream, and fresh dill. This refreshing side is perfect for summer gatherings.
Crispy flour tortillas stuffed with savory Spanish chorizo, mashed sweet potatoes, and melted cheese. Perfect for any meal of the day.
A quick and easy chicken enchilada skillet made with shredded chicken, pinto beans, salsa, and sour cream, topped with melted cheese. No rolling required…
A creamy cucumber dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and fresh cucumber. Perfect for salads or as a dip.
A classic layered dip with refried beans, cheese, avocado, tomato, sour cream, and olives. Perfect for parties and game days.
A rich and creamy cheesecake with a chocolate espresso twist, featuring a graham cracker crust and a silky ganache topping.
A rich and creamy stroganoff made with beef broth, mushrooms, and a tangy goat cheese and sour cream sauce, served over egg noodles.
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