Makes 6 to 8 servings This hearty dish gets its robust flavor from browned meat, tomato paste, and concentrated red wine. Most of the preparation can be done in advance, making it ideal for entertaining.
Cajun Spice
Makes 1/2 cup Dried herbs and spices don’t go bad, but over time lose their intended flavor, making a dish taste muddy. Rub a little between your fingers and check the aroma, color, and taste. If these are not intense and characteristic of that spice or dried herb, it’s probably […]
Candied Almonds
Makes about 1 lb Ingredients 3/4 cup sugar 3 tablespoons water 3 1/2 cups (1 lb) whole blanched almonds 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Directions Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper. Combine the sugar and water in a heavy saucepan and stir until the sugar is […]
Candy Bowl Cookies
Makes about 2 dozen cookies These cookies are a classic chocolate chip cookie recipe, with a twist. In place of chocolate chips, we’ve used chip-sized pieces of Halloween-favorite chocolate candies, like peanut butter cups, chocolate-covered caramels, and chocolate-coated toffee pieces. Use whatever you like best, adding as many textures as […]
Cantaloupe Gin and Tonic
Makes 4 cocktails Cantaloupe is naturally sweet and floral, making it an unexpectedly delicious flavor for late summer cocktails. This juiced-up gin and tonic features the tiniest little bit of rosewater to bring out those floral notes, but you can leave it out if it’s not for you. For every […]
Caramelized Onion Quiche
Makes one 9-inch quiche; serves 6 to 8 Ingredients 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 2 1/2 cups thin sliced yellow onions 3/4 cup heavy cream 3/4 cup whole milk 3 large eggs 1/2 tsp kosher salt 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1 1/4 cups grated provolone One 9-inch Pie […]
Caramelizing Sugar for Baking and Pastry Recipes
Some of our favorite baking and pastry recipes include a sugar syrup cooked to a rich, dark color and a complex flavor. This basic technique can be used to make hard caramelized sugar or to make soft and creamy caramel sauce or candy. 1. Setting Up Select a heavy pan […]
Cardamom-Poached Pears With Crème Fraiche
Makes 6 servings Ingredients 2 cups Lillet blanc, or other sweet white dessert wine 2 cups water 8 cardamom pods, lightly crushed 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup light brown sugar 3 pears, peeled, sliced in half lengthwise, and cored 6 tablespoons crème fraiche, plus more as needed Flaky sea […]
Catalan Beef Stew
Makes 4 servings This Spanish dish marries a flavorful cut of beef from the shoulder with some typical Catalonian ingredients: oranges, olives, red wine, and bacon. Bitter oranges are traditional, but if you don’t have access to a bitter orange, use a Valencia (juice) orange and a touch of lime […]
Cauliflower Almond Soup
Makes 4 Servings Ingredients 2 tablespoons almond oil 2 stalks celery, chopped (about 1 cup) 1 leek, white and light green parts, sliced (about 1½ cups) 1 small head cauliflower separated into florets (about 4 cups) 1 quart low-sodium chicken broth 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black […]
Celebrate your Valentines with a Classic Italian Dish
Love comes in many forms, and on Valentine’s Day, we have a habit of focusing on that butterfly-inducing, rom-com style of young love. The beautiful reality for most of us, though, is that we share love with lots of people in our lives, and Valentine’s Day is a celebration of […]
Challah
Makes 1 large or 2 small loaves Challah is a special kind of bread, enriched with whole eggs, used for the Jewish Shabbat and holidays. Although challah is generally formed into a braid, other shapes are also traditional, such as a round loaf for Rosh Hashanah. Ingredients 4 1/2 cups […]