Free Recipes, Pies and Tarts

Roasted Cauliflower, Gruyère, and Parmesan Tart

Makes one 9-inch tart Parmesan Pastry Dough Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold, cut into 3/4-inch cubes 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese 1 to 2 tablespoons ice cold water, plus more as needed 1 small cauliflower (about 12 oz), cut into […]

Salads

Salade Niçoise

Makes 6 servings This is a hearty salad, perfect for a main course at any meal. You’ll want to look for high-quality tuna to feature in your salad, or make your own! If you can’t find small Niçoise olives, you can use Kalamata. Ingredients Potatoes 2 cups fingerling potatoes 1 1/2 […]

Breakfast and Brunch, Sauces, Dressings, and Condiments

Sausage Gravy

Serve this simple and satisfying Southern-style gravy over biscuits or use it as a topping for a plain omelet. Look for raw ground breakfast sausage as opposed to pre-cooked links or patties. Ingredients 1/2 lb breakfast sausage 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups milk, plus as […]

Chef's Blog, Chef's Notes Plus

Savory Pies for Any Time of Day

Pies typically fall into one of three categories: fruit, cream, and custard. But there is one often-overlooked member of our pie family that deserves more attention than it gets. Savory pies! Pies can be filled with nearly any vegetable, cheese, or other savory ingredient, though the most familiar version is […]

Chef's Blog

Simple but Delicious Mother’s Day Brunch Recipes

For those of us still “hunkering down,” we’re sure we’re not alone in missing restaurant meals these days. If you’re lucky enough to be in the same household as mom, and grasping for ways to show your love without the usual offerings available, why not cook her brunch at home? […]

Cakes, Desserts

Sour Cream Pound Cakes with Chocolate-Cherry Glaze

Makes 3 cakes Ingredients 4 1/2 cups cake flour 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 cup heavy cream, room temperature 8 eggs, room temperature 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 1/4 cup sour cream 1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) butter, room temperature 2 1/4 cups sugar 1/3 cup honey 2 teaspoons […]

Breakfast and Brunch, Main Dishes, Pies and Tarts

Spinach and Feta Quiche

Makes one 9-inch quiche This spanakopita-inspired quiche has the traditional flavors of spinach, onion, and feta baked in kataifi, a grated buttery phyllo crust. This product is available in specialty food stores in the frozen food aisle. Ingredients 2 cups (4 oz) kataifi (shredded phyllo), thawed 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, […]

Sauces, Dressings, and Condiments

Strawberry Honey Butter

Makes 1 cup Sweet compound butters are an easy way to make a simple dish extra special. Prepared ahead of time, they can be brought to the table to serve alongside pancakes, waffles, or a crisp baguette. Replace the strawberries with any fruit you like, and consider adding a pinch […]

Soups and Stews

Strawberry Rhubarb Soup

Makes 6 servings You may not be making fruit soup on the average weeknight, but we love it for a special brunch or dinner during the spring and summer. This recipe is cold and refreshing, and it showcases the sweet and tart brightness of the classic fruit duo: strawberries and […]

Breakfast and Brunch

Swedish-style Cardamom-Cinnamon Buns

Makes 16 buns These buns are inspired by the ubiquitous cardamom bun found all over Scandinavia, particularly in Sweden. They are less sweet than American-style cinnamon buns, with more tender dough than filling. This makes them the perfect morning accompaniment to a hot cup of coffee, though we like them […]

Main Dishes, Sandwiches

Sweet and Spicy Ricotta Toast with Figs

Makes 4 servings If you like sweet but not spicy, skip the chili oil step. If you can’t get your hands on fresh figs, you can use fig jam, sliced berries, or peaches. For a vegetarian version, try adding salted nut butter or grilled eggplant. Ingredients 1/2 cup olive oil, […]