Earthy and subtly sweet with pleasant hints of bitterness, shredded Brussels sprouts make excellent slaw-style salads and balance the rich saltiness of holiday fare. Raw sprouts can be tough and slightly pungent, but a quick massage ensures the best flavor and texture. In this recipe from ...
Family Features — Don’t let turkey and ham have all the fun this holiday season. After all, you know your guests are likely to have plates piled high with all their favorite festive side dishes. These hearty solutions are inspired by harvest season, offering comforting taste and ...
Now that the Halloween decor is put away it’s time to focus on the countdown to Thanksgiving. As usual, each week leading up to the feast I’ll be sharing recipe ideas in various categories. Let’s begin with appetizers and first courses because chances are good that guests will arrive hungry and find that dinner may be a while. A few starters will take the edge off their hunger. Soup is a popular choice (and a good reason to bring out that beautiful but seldom-used soup tureen.) Fill it with creamy lemon and sherry scented Crab Soup. It’s so simple, and oh so good. If savory ...
It may have a French-sounding name, but this homey, hearty, tomato-forward chicken braise, made with sofrito as its base and with golden rum as part of the cooking liquid, is Caribbean in essence and flavor. In this recipe from our cookbook “Milk Street 365: The All-Purpose Cookbook for ...
Family Features — Cold and flu season is here. The best way to battle cold and flu season is to prevent coming down with anything at all. While it’s impossible to stay entirely safe from germs, sniffles and coughs, there are a few healthy habits you can incorporate for extra protection ...
Whether you’re cooking for a crowd for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving or any feast with friends and family, one of the most stressful things is the cooking. What if you could ease that stress with a little ingenuity and work beforehand? Do you know the feeling when your stress levels climb prepping for a holiday or a big birthday event? Add on the stress of cooking for a crowd. That’s some pressure, for sure. The secret to less stress in the kitchen during the holiday season is to test recipes before the big day. You’d never promise to make a wedding cake without knowing how to ...
