Makes one 9-inch pie They say if you love somebody, you give them diamonds—but we think if you truly love someone, you bake them a pie. This classic apple pie is a crowd-pleaser no matter what table it lands on, and friends and family will taste the love in each […]
The Foods of Día de Los Muertos
You might think with a name like Día de los Muertos—or Day of the Dead—the Mexican holiday would be a somber one. But you would be wrong, because when celebrating Día de los Muertos, Mexicans and Mexican-Americans throw their biggest and best parties. As they say in Mexico, they throw […]
The Perfect Cup of Tea
We may be a coffee-drinking society, but you can’t underestimate the impact of the millennia-old tradition of drinking tea. And just like coffee, tea can be enjoyed in hundreds (if not thousands!) of ways—yes, even as a latte! All tea comes from the same plant, the Cameliasinensis. The way the […]
Venison with Apple-Vanilla Compote and Foie Gras Bread Pudding
Makes 6 servings Venison’s rich flavor and color has made it one of my favorite meats. It is also low in fat and is now fairly easy to purchase. If venison is unavailable, this recipe can be made using any dark game or poultry; duck is virtually interchangeable with venison. […]
What I’m Cooking (or Baking!): Pumpkin Date Cake with Maple Caramel Sauce
I am one of those people who says, “Oh my goodness, this is my new favorite food” when I taste just about anything, so my endorsement may not hold much weight. That being said, I love sticky toffee pudding more than just about anything. If you’ve never had sticky toffee […]
White Wine-Braised Turkey Thighs
Makes 6 to 8 servings Perfect for a smaller crowd or dark meat superfans, this braise is like cooking the turkey right in the gravy. The finished turkey is juicy and tender, with a bright acidity from the reduced wine sauce. Even better, it can be made the day ahead […]