Makes 1 1/2 quarts This soup is a winter favorite. It pairs one of our favorite spices, cardamom, with white onions, crispy prosciutto, and shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano for a combination of sweet, salty, and buttery that will knock your socks off. Ingredients Soup 1/4 cup olive oil or unsalted butter 2 […]
Unwind this Labor Day with a Cucumber Spa Spritz
As we near the end of what has been simultaneously the longest and shortest summer on record (2020 is one for the books, folks!), Labor Day is going to have to pull double- or maybe even triple-duty. Most of us need more than a day off and a hot grill. […]
Using Candy Molds
Using molds to make hard candies is very easy and requires only the desired molds suitable for use with sugar. There are different types of molds available that can be used with hard candy; metal molds, either heavy cast molds or lighter stamped molds, are the most common variety, and […]
Vanilla Fudge
Makes one 9-inch square slab A vanilla bean cooked with the batch gives this fudge an ethereal vanilla fragrance, with the added bonus of tiny black vanilla seeds throughout the fudge. It is like perfect vanilla ice cream transformed into candy. Ingredients 2 lb (4 cups) sugar 6 oz (1/2 […]
Vanilla Sponge Cake
Sponge cake, whether you know it as génoise or pan di Spagna, is a light, sweet, delicate cake rich in eggs. These cakes are made from egg foams with very little or no added fat. To add moisture, sponge cakes are often liberally brushed with sugar syrup. Fill the cake […]
Vanilla-Scented Pear Strudel
Makes 12 servings The unbaked strudels can be made in advance. Immediately store wrapped in the refrigerator for 2 days or in the freezer for 3 months. The strudel does not have to be thawed before baking. Ingredients 2 cups crushed sugar cookies (from about 8 oz cookies) 1 1/4 […]
Vanilla-Scented Pears
Makes 3 lb The pears can be prepared in advance. Rapidly cool, then immediately store wrapped in the refrigerator for 3 days or in the freezer for 3 months. You can also process this mixture with a blender or food processor to make pear sauce. Ingredients 6 tablespoons (3 oz) […]
Vegan Blueberry Buckle
Makes 12 servings Buckle Filling Ingredients 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons evaporated cane sugar 4 tablespoons unsalted margarine or coconut oil 1 teaspoon starch-based egg replacer 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 cup almond milk, or other non-dairy […]
Vegetable Burgers
Makes 8 servings Ingredients 4 carrots, grated 2 celery stalks, grated 1 onion, grated 1/4 cup minced bell pepper (any color) 3/4 cup minced button or cremini mushrooms 8 scallions, minced 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup chopped pecans 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon […]
Vegetable Fajitas
Makes 8 servings Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 cup red onion, cut into thin strips 1 tablespoon garlic, minced 1 lb red pepper, cut into thin strips 1 lb green pepper, cut into thin strips 1 lb yellow pepper, cut into thin strips 1 lb napa cabbage, chiffonade […]
Vegetable Lasagna with Fresh Tomato Sauce
Makes 6 to 8 servings Ingredients Roasted Vegetables 1 large eggplant (about 2 lb) 4 medium zucchini (about 1 1/2 lb) 2 large ripe yellow tomatoes Kosher salt, as needed 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced Leaves from 6 thyme sprigs 3 red bell peppers Extra-virgin olive oil, as needed Extra-virgin […]
Vegetable Potpie
This pot pie is just as cozy and comforting as the classic chicken version, thanks to savory mushrooms, hearty potatoes, and just enough cream! Though we’ve included some classic veggies, you can substitute just about any of your favorite farmers’ market finds, like parsnips, turnips, or corn. Don’t forget to […]