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Taco Night

What comes to mind when you think about a taco? Is it a crunchy tortilla shell filled with ground beef and lettuce? Is it a flour tortilla wrapped around shredded chicken? Or maybe you live in southern California, and a taco means grilled, freshly-caught fish in a corn tortilla. That’s […]

Main Dishes

Tacos de Carnitas (Succulent and Crispy Pork Tacos)

Makes 8 servings Ingredients 2 lb pork shoulder, cut into 2-in/5-cm cubes 1 lb pork ribs, cut into 2-bone segments 1 white onion, quartered 1 clove garlic 1 bay leaf Kosher salt, to taste 24 white corn tortillas 3 avocados, sliced 1 cup diced white onion, for garnish 3/4 cup […]

Cookies

Tahini Kiss Cookies

Makes about 32 cookies These tahini cookies are inspired by the classic peanut butter kiss cookie, with the slightly more savory (and nut-free!) flavor of tahini. We used semi-sweet chocolate to offset the sweetness in the cookies, but you can use whatever chocolate you like best. Ingredients 1 cup tahini […]

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Taking a Small Bite of Spanish Culture

Easy to eat and quick to serve, tapas have made their way from the bars and restaurants of Spain to capturing the attention of Americans. These tempting tidbits delight the palate with intense flavors and contrasting textures. Whether simple or complex in their preparation, served hot or cold, tapas make […]

Sauces, Dressings, and Condiments

Tapenade

Makes 6 servings Ingredients 2 cups pitted kalamata or other cured black olives 3 anchovy fillets, drained 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, rosemary, or basil Directions Put the olives, anchovy fillets, capers, and garlic […]

Beverages and Cocktails, Pantry

Tart Cherries in Bourbon

Makes about 5 cups These easy to prepare cherries are a staple of a well-stocked home bar, but they also make amazing gifts. Use the cherries in your cocktails, but don’t forget the flavorful brandy for drinks, soaking cakes, or rehydrating raisins and other dried fruits for holiday baking. Ingredients […]

Desserts

Tarte Tatin

Makes 6 servings Although Tarte Tatin seems quite elegant and, in some restaurants, liberties have been taken to fancy it up, it is really just a simple apple tart. Though fancy versions exist, we think that simpler is better. Remove all the bells and whistles and keep it simple—a good […]

Side Dishes

Tartiflette

Tartiflette, or gratinéed potatoes in white sauce, is a classic dish that exhibits all the characteristics of French culinary decadence. You can enjoy it simply, alongside a light green salad, or alongside an impressive roast for a special occasion. Ingredients 6 cups La Ratte or fingerling potatoes Salt, as needed […]

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Thanksgiving Countdown: 2 Weeks To Go

It is two weeks until Thanksgiving, and there are a few things we plan to do this weekend to get ready. This is the weekend to wrap up your chicken stock or broth. If you already made some, consider taking a quart of it and making a batch of fortified […]

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Thanksgiving FAQ

As we prepare for Thanksgiving, we wanted to know what sorts of questions you encounter this holiday season. We asked, and boy, did you answer! We talked turkey, stuffing, special diets, and everything in between. Turkey Janine P. asks: Because I only have one oven, I have to find different […]

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Thanksgiving Lunch

An often overlooked element of Thanksgiving Day is lunch. Yes, you may be eating a big dinner, but that doesn’t mean you won’t be hungry until 7pm. If you are one of the many families who eat Thanksgiving dinner at 3pm, ignore this and go peruse our pie recipes. But […]

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Thanksgiving Recipes

Whether your table is filled with family recipes or new and modern takes, here are some of our favorite Thanksgiving dishes.   Appetizers Grissini Cheese and Potato Cigars Deviled Eggs Spanish Potato Omelet  Chicken Liver Pâté with Apples and Cognac   Side Dishes Roasted Pear and Arugula Salad with Caramelized […]