A mixture of egg whites and confectioners’ sugar, royal icing hardens to a durable, crunchy consistency as it dries, which makes it ideal for cookies that you plan to give…
Pernod, an anise-flavored liqueur, bolsters the fennel’s flavor in this rustic gratin topped with coarse whole-wheat crumbs.
Cooked lobster tossed in a creamy dressing punctuated with dill, capers, and lemon offers a new take on the traditional lobster roll.
A mix of mushrooms contributes deep, earthy flavor to this vegetarian main dish. Instant polenta, with a flavor boost from mascarpone and Parmigiano-Reggiano, helps keep the cooking time short.
Rye breadcrumbs add a bold flavor that complements the meaty mushrooms. If you don’t have dry vermouth to deglaze the skillet, dry white wine or chicken or vegetable broth will…
The distinctive flavors in this dish were inspired by the Moroccan marinade called charmoula. Littleneck clams can be substituted for Manila clams but will take a little longer to cook.
This versatile side dish is delicious with just about any kind of meat, poultry, or fish. For the vegetables to roast evenly together, the turnips, which cook more quickly than…
Using just the top half of the squash creates rounds of the same size for even roasting and a pretty salad.
A touch of cayenne adds an extra kick to the horseradish mayonnaise in this hearty sandwich. You can grill it indoors or out, making it perfect for any time of…
The trick to evenly cooking a large bone-in beef roast like this is to roast it at a very low temperature for a long time. This way, the meat stays…
This is a twist on spaghetti aglio e olio, a traditional Italian pasta dish featuring garlic, olive oil, and chile. The fresh breadcrumbs soak up the spicy oil and garlic…
Packaged coleslaw mix saves prep time for this fresh-tasting taco. Buying peeled shrimp, if you can find them, would save a step, too.
This main-course salad comes together in mere minutes with cooked shrimp and ready-to-eat baby spinach on hand. The pistachios add a welcome toasty crunch that will have you seeking them…
Walnuts complement the nutty flavor of the scallops in this deeply flavored stir-fry. Rice is a natural accompaniment.
Brussels sprouts have a slightly crunchy texture and a subtly sweet flavor that complements scallops. Thinly sliced,they cook in just a couple of minutes.
While testing the beef rib roast recipe, we were reminded of its classic companion, Yorkshire pudding. Similar in texture and flavor to a popover, Yorkshire pudding is made with the…
The key to timing this all-in-one dinner right is to marinate the pork first and then prep and cook the potatoes. When the potatoes have about 10 minutes left in…
Using boneless, skinless thighs, you can make batter-fried chicken that tastes like traditional fried chicken (crunch and all) yet cooks up quickly. Baking powder in the batter makes it light…
马斯、柔软、富牛奶奶酪this pasta dish its creamy texture. Look for small tubs of it at the supermarket in the cheese or dairy case.
This recipe reimagines the classic whiskey-spiked Irish coffee as a decadent mocha layer cake filled with coffee-whiskey whipped cream and topped with white and dark chocolate shavings.
This gratin is made a little differently from the others—the carrots are parcooked in the cream, adding an extra infusion of flavor.
Silky and soothing, this soup-like stew is elegant enough for entertaining. To make it quickly, buy sliced mushrooms and shucked oysters. Serve some toasted or grilled bread alongside the stew,…
When made properly, hollandaise is light, billowy, lemony, and rich with butter and egg. The thing that makes the sauce truly French is the proper cooking technique, particularly whisking the…
These delicate cheese crisps are a perfect pre-dinner nibble, ideally with a glass of something sparkling. You’ll need a lot of cheese to make them—grinding it in a food processor…
This soup gets its silky texture from finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano instead of heavy cream; use a rasp-style grater for light, fluffy shreds that will melt easily into the soup.
Finely ground Parmigiano-Reggiano adds great texture (and flavor) to the stuffing in these savory, three-bite appetizers.
Sweet Manila clams balance slightly bitter broccoli raab in this satisfying dish. Boiling the pasta and broccoli raab together saves time and makes the pasta itself more flavorful.
Nutmeg and garlic are a classic flavor combination in rich, creamy potato dishes like this one.
Jarred curry paste, available in the ethnic section of most supermarkets, instantly adds lots of flavor to a coconut curry. Because this dish cooks so quickly, it’s best to have…
When we have a pozole party, we always serve whole tostadas spread thick with refried beans along with the pozole. When frying the tortillas for the tostadas, cook them a…
In the South, eating Hoppin’ John—rice and black-eyed peas with pork—is supposed to bring luck (although no one’s quite sure why). Lucky or not, the hearty meal-in-a-bowl is the perfect…
This colorful dish, with its lively Mexican flavors, is great for brunch or dinner. Covering the eggs while frying helps the whites set without overcooking the yolks. Layer crumbled crisped…
This cocktail is always served in an Irish coffee cup, which is clear to show off the light cream against the dark coffee and has a handle to prevent burns…
Sweet mussels are steamed in an aromatic broth in this one-pot meal. Garam masala is an Indian spice mix available in most supermarkets.
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This classic black-eyed pea and rice dish is a southern New Year's tradition.
Move over, turkey. This may well be the new “it” roast for the holidays, especially if you’re cooking for a crowd. The center of this grand roast is filled with…
Yuzu kosho brings bold flavor to these lemony roast chicken breasts, enhancing the citrus flavor in the dish, too. But beware: Yuzu kosho is very spicy, so start with a…
Charmoula, a traditional Moroccan marinade, is typically made with parsley, cumin, and paprika. This kicked-up version features smoked paprika and lots of other fresh herbs. Here, it's used to flavor…
The four-step method for roasting these lamb racks—a quick sear for color and flavor, a brief rest so the meat can relax, a coating of bright, lemony parsley pesto and…
From this basic recipe you can create dozens of different cookies; see the variations below for different flavors. For more texture and flavor, you can also roll logs of raw…
These tender little cookies are the easiest route to holiday cookie success because they require no rolling, chilling, or cutting. For an elegant look, dip the tops of the unbaked…
These classic holiday cookies can be cut into any size and shape, and you can change the flavor of the dough with one of the variations below. Then decorate them…
This Mexican stew featuring chiles and hominy is perfect party food: it feeds a crowd and the toppings passed around the table add to the festive nature of the dish.…
有双倍的纯枫糖浆hearty flatbread. It flavors the butternut squash and sweetens a vinaigrette that dresses an unusual topping: finely shredded raw chard…
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