A casserole made with several root vegetables adds vibrant flavor, aroma, and interesting texture. Combine slices of sweet potato, potato, fennel, and celery root in a mixture of heavy cream and grated...
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A familiar mashed potato may still be based on the same mashed potatoes, but with a few tweaks, the familiar dish takes on a whole new meaning. If desired, you can omit the shallots...
Sweet potato puree with a spicy, smoky flavor – a combination of maple syrup, chipotle peppers, and adobo sauce, where the sweetness accentuates the spiciness of the smoked chili pepper. This puree can be served, for example, with...
Bridies are traditional Scottish pasties, the culinary pride of the town of Forfar, where the bridie pie even became the mascot of the local football team. Bridies were invented in the mid-19th century and, according to one...
This chocolate-flavored whipped cream recipe can be used as a filling for any cake, especially chocolate ones, such as Devil's Food, which will make it sound simple...
The secret to these crispy Belgian waffles is equal parts butter and vegetable shortening, which gives them their delicious crunch. These waffles are the perfect starter...
What could be more delicious than homemade croissants? Light, crispy, fragrant, and delicious, they're the perfect complement to your morning cup of coffee. These croissants are made only with homemade...
These summery, slightly crispy waffles with fresh corn and cornmeal go perfectly with any topping. You can also make a fresh berry sauce for them. Or serve them on...
This closed pie with an apple filling and the addition of pears acquires a richer, deeper flavor, beautifully enhanced by aromatic spices. Cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg are the main...
Tomato sauce is typically eaten with meat and vegetables, but it's especially popular as a pasta sauce. Tomatoes have a rich flavor, high water content, and soft flesh, making them...
To use up their vegetable supplies, many farmers and gardeners prepare a variety of vegetarian dishes. These result in lighter and healthier versions. Following this recipe, you can also prepare one...
A very simple recipe for a young zucchini casserole, made with only a few basic ingredients found in every home. Sauté the zucchini, onion, garlic, herbs, and soaked...
Passata – tomatoes pureed in their own juice – will come in handy if you've harvested a large tomato crop, or frequently cook with them, especially Italian cuisine, and don't want to deprive them of such...
Fluffy, fragrant, and crispy waffles... This dessert is always a hit. It's quick and easy to make, and you can make it in advance and then simply reheat it before serving. This version combines...
Homemade baked goods always make the dinner table more cozy and inviting. As an alternative to regular bread, bake this simple yeast potato bread recipe. Thanks to...
Spice up your lunch by making meat muffins (or ground beef muffins) for your main course instead of the usual cutlets. Because they're baked in their own tin, the ground beef stays perfectly juicy. And the cheddar cheese and sauce...
Chicken Romana, or "Pollo alla Romana" as it's known in Italy, originates from the area around Rome. Even the vibrant colors of the peppers in this dish echo the red and yellow of the flag of the "Eternal City."
This ice cream draws its color from the avocado, but that combination is appropriate. When you need to freeze fruit, why not make it into ice cream? Try combining milk and avocado, and you'll have...
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Learn how to preserve tomatoes for the winter with our step-by-step photo guide.
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Making a hearty, thick soup with okra and sausage....
Valerie Bertinelli's rustic take on the classic dessert is based on her mother's shortbread crust recipe and cinnamon-buttermilk whipped cream.
A step-by-step recipe for baking braided bread in the shape of a braid....
Make this chili ahead of time for a filling midweek meal....
With a crispy breadcrumb crust, a garlicky center of tender vegetables, hearty brown rice, and a creamy cheese sauce, this zucchini and kale casserole is a...
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If I had to pick something that couldn't be improved upon in the cooking process, I'd bet a good amount on it being bad (unripe and tasteless) strawberries. The only thing that bothers me is...
This is perhaps one of the healthiest desserts on your regular menu. Not that dessert is meant to be healthy—dessert exists solely for pleasure. However, preparing dinner...
Make Tyler Florence's rich chicken broth ahead of time, then simmer the vegetable and egg noodle soup....
Ina Garten's traditional recipe makes a classic, filling dish, especially when served warm with kneidlach or noodles.
Don't judge this dish at first glance; it's not pasta at all, but rather fried spaghetti squash in a tomato-basil sauce, served with ground beef and pork meatballs.
Recipe for chili with ground pork, polenta, and Italian herbs....
Rachel Ray's Black Pepper Wine-Braised Beef...
Rachel makes scallop and cod soup; this thick, tomato-based fish soup has a long shelf life and is perfect for making ahead.

















































