Bouquet garni

This classic brown sauce is one of the five essential sauces of French cuisine and is used as a base for a number of other meat and poultry sauces, including Bordelaise, Robert, Chasseur, Madeira, and Diable. The key to its preparation is - read more

• Stu
• dumplings

After a big holiday dinner, you probably have some leftover bones from a roast turkey and some meat. Don't throw away the bones—they'll make a wonderful, rich broth, which you can use to make a thick, flavorful stew the next day. read more

• Soup
• Chicken broth

This aromatic, healthy, and warming chicken noodle soup is especially delicious when made with homemade broth. You can make the broth ahead of time; it keeps well in the refrigerator. The secret ingredient in this recipe is green beans. They add... read more

Corned beef brisket is braised with spices in a mixture of cider and Irish whiskey, resulting in a tender, juicy, and incredibly flavorful roast. When the meat is done, brush it with a honey-mustard glaze and bake until glossy and sticky. read more

• Stew
• Cake

This recipe combines French boeuf bourguignon with American pot pie. Beef, braised with mushrooms in red wine, is baked "in a pot" under a pastry lid, which turns into a delicious golden crust in the oven, soaked in... read more

• Stu
• Garnish

This flavorful beef stew is equally easy to make in a slow cooker, oven, or stovetop. The only downside is time. You'll have to settle for a few hours of tantalizing aromas, but the results are worth it. read more

Natural non-alcoholic cider is unfiltered apple juice, making the perfect cocktail for cool weather. Simmer the spiced cider in a slow cooker to infuse the spices, then add the alcohol. read more

Meatballs made from a mixture of ground pork and sweet Italian sausage are light, yet very tasty and flavorful. The addition of escarole at the very end gives the soup a texture and freshness that you can't achieve with spinach or other lesser-spiced... read more

This hearty stew with lamb, potatoes, carrots, celery, tomatoes, and fragrant herbs is the perfect warming, filling dish for cool weather. The meat is braised in the oven, and then the stew is finished on the stovetop, so choose a large cauldron. read more

Prepare a delicious German-style dinner. Sauerbraten literally means "sour roast" in German, and this dish lives up to its name, but it's incredibly delicious, with tart, spicy notes that fill it— read more

To prepare this roast, Ina Garten takes the relatively inexpensive shoulder and neck of beef and, with the help of red wine, vegetables, spices, cognac and aromatic herbs, transforms it into a luxurious piece of meat worthy of the holiday table. read more

To make this soup, use canned peeled tomatoes, and it won't take you long. Along with the tomatoes, the soup also includes celery, carrots, and onions. The vegetables add a more complex flavor and... read more

Pot roast is a roast in a delicious sauce with vegetables and wine, perfect for a large family dinner. A piece of beef is seared whole until golden brown, then baked in a cauldron in a sauce with vegetables, porcini mushrooms, and... read more

Cook barbecue pork ribs at home, just as delicious as restaurant-style. Make a homemade barbecue sauce especially for these ribs, which you can use to coat them while roasting and serve for dipping. The secret ingredient is... read more

Instead of traditional rice, this risotto is made with healthier steel-cut oats. They contain much less starch, but thanks to the pecorino romano cheese, the risotto will be creamy, just like a classic! The steel-cut oats are first sautéed with onions. read more

Oxtails are covered in tough meat with a rich beef flavor, which, after a long simmer, is infused into the broth, creating a very rich, aromatic, and delicious soup. Before cooking, the tail pieces are fried until golden brown, and then read more

• Pho broth
• Soup

This Vietnamese pho soup recipe is quick to prepare, and you won't have to simmer the broth for hours to achieve a rich flavor. The key here is beef bouillon cubes. The broth is simmered with spices and becomes very... read more

This warming beef stew is perfect for a delicious family dinner on a chilly day. Juicy, melt-in-your-mouth beef, onions, carrots, potatoes, and celery all come together harmoniously in a rich tomato sauce. read more

Porcini mushrooms, along with sherry and white wine, add a more sophisticated and complex flavor to French onion soup. Use dried porcini mushrooms, pre-boiling them to plump them up and infuse the cooking liquid. read more

Ossobuco is veal shank braised in a white wine and broth sauce. The tender meat is infused with vegetable juices, with a delicious marrow bone in the center. This Italian dish is infused with the aromas of herbs typical of... read more

• Dough
• Filling

To make this closed pie, you'll need 4 sheets of prepared pei dough. Stack them in two piles, spreading them with butter to create a more layered and appetizing crust. One pile will be the bottom of the pie, and the other will be the - read more

The main difference between Manhattan clam chowder and traditional New England clam chowder is that it's made with tomatoes instead of cream. This recipe is also more accessible, as it uses clams instead of fresh ones. read more

• Beans
• Meat

A winter Sunday dinner is the perfect time to treat your loved ones to cassoulet, a warming and aromatic French stew that requires a considerable amount of time to prepare and is spread over two days. Cassoulet is made with white beans, lamb, and pork. read more

• Soup
• Pistu
• Goat cheese croutons

Pistou soup (French: soupe au pistou) is a flavorful French soup filled with summer vegetables. It includes zucchini, squash, carrots, celery, green beans, leeks, and tomatoes, all cut into small, uniform cubes. But the highlight of this... read more

Blanquette is a French white stew made with chunks of veal in a creamy sauce. The dish's name comes from the word "blanc" (white) and speaks for itself. Diced veal is simmered until tender with aromatic spices. read more

A traditional French dish of beef stewed in a rich sauce made with beef broth and Burgundy red wine, along with garlic, carrots, onions, and mushrooms. Boeuf bourguignon is distinguished by its special cooking technique, resulting in a meat that... read more

Demi-glace is a rich, dark sauce traditional in French cuisine. It's made with espagnole sauce—a basic French sauce—and spiced beef or chicken broth. The entire preparation process is simple, but it does take a long time. read more

The amazing flavor of this popular French soup comes primarily not from the broth or spices, but from the onions, which are sautéed for almost an hour, releasing their sugars and caramelizing. That's why it's best to use sweet onions for this recipe. read more

• Sauerbraten (Pumpkin and Beef Casserole)
• Sauerbraten in a slow cooker

This Sunday dinner dish can be as traditional as classic meat and gravy. But these ingredients are made from leftovers from the German dish Sauerbraten—marinated meat stewed with gravy and vegetables. So if you don't have... read more

• Seven stewed vegetables
• Couscous

The aroma of the spices and vegetables cooking together already promises an incredible experience. These expectations will certainly be met when you taste the result: a perfect blend of seasonings, with turnips and carrots infused with their aroma. The zucchini also... read more

• Fried shrimp
• Vinaigrette dressing
• Onion mixture

Serving picnic appetizers on lettuce leaves is a surefire option. Firstly, it gives the appetizer a more striking, summery appearance. Secondly, it's much tastier, juicier, and lighter than an appetizer on a slice of bread. Fry the shrimp - read more

Store shelves are overflowing with a variety of canned exotic fruits. But why not make something similar yourself using apricots growing in your garden? These canned slices are perfect as a filling for baked goods, and are perfect for... read more

You'll forgive this salad's simple appearance, because it brings good news—it's the opening of barbecue season. Serve it as a side dish with a mayonnaise-and-whole-grain mustard dressing. read more

• BBQ sauce with bacon
• Brine

American Labor Day is almost incomplete without grilled chicken. Try this recipe for tender chicken thighs for a picnic. The barbecue sauce in this recipe is so good, you can easily double the amount without regret. It's quite good - read more

Tired of creamy soups and craving something new, yet tried and true? Want to see what's in your dish instead of eating a confusing, albeit delicious, puree? Try American chowder—this easy-to-make chunky stew— read more

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• Hot dogs
• Shukrut
• Bouquet garni

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• Concentrated broth with parmesan and herbs:
• Baked tomatoes:

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