Category: Recipes

  • Creamy Cauliflower Gratin with Cheddar-Parmesan Breadcrumbs

    Creamy Cauliflower Gratin with Cheddar-Parmesan Breadcrumbs

    Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 servings (side dish) Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 55 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 large head cauliflower (about 2 lb / 900 g), cut into florets 2 tbsp kosher salt (for blanching water) 3 tbsp unsalted butter (sauce) + 2 tbsp melted (topping) 3 tbsp…

  • Spiced Mulled Apple Cider with Orange and Anise

    Spiced Mulled Apple Cider with Orange and Anise

    Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 8 servings (1 cup / 240 ml each) Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Quick Ingredients 8 cups (1.9 L) apple cider (unfiltered, not apple juice) 4 cinnamon sticks 10 whole cloves 3 star anise pods Peel of 1 large orange (6–8 wide strips,…

  • Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust and Whipped Cream

    Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust and Whipped Cream

    Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 12 servings (9-inch cheesecake) Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Total Time: 9 hours 35 minutes (includes cooling and chilling) Quick Ingredients 2 cups (240 g) gingersnap crumbs 5 tbsp (70 g) unsalted butter, melted 2 tbsp (25 g) light brown sugar, pinch salt 24 oz…

  • Creamy Roasted Butternut Squash and Apple Soup

    Creamy Roasted Butternut Squash and Apple Soup

    Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 50 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 large butternut squash (2.5–3 lb / 1.1–1.4 kg), halved and seeded 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 tbsp unsalted butter (or olive oil) 1 large yellow onion, diced 1 large…

  • Classic Deviled Eggs with Dijon and Relish

    Classic Deviled Eggs with Dijon and Relish

    Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 12 servings (24 halves) Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 12 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes Quick Ingredients 12 large eggs 1 tbsp distilled white vinegar + 1 tsp kosher salt (optional, for boiling water) 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tsp Dijon mustard 2 tbsp sweet pickle relish, well-drained 2 tsp…

  • Cranberry Orange Buttermilk Quick Bread

    Cranberry Orange Buttermilk Quick Bread

    Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 1 loaf (10 slices) Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 55 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour, plus 1 tbsp for cranberries 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp fine sea…

  • Chestnut Herb Bread Stuffing with Sage and Thyme

    Chestnut Herb Bread Stuffing with Sage and Thyme

    Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 10 servings Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 75 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes Quick Ingredients 10 cups (about 1 lb / 450 g) day-old rustic bread, 3/4-inch cubes 7 tbsp unsalted butter, divided (plus 1 tsp for greasing) 1 tbsp olive oil 2 medium yellow onions, finely…

  • Rosemary Roasted Root Vegetable Medley

    Rosemary Roasted Root Vegetable Medley

    Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 side-dish servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Quick Ingredients 12 oz (340 g) carrots, peeled and chunked 12 oz (340 g) parsnips, peeled and chunked 12 oz (340 g) sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 12 oz (340 g) beets, peeled and cubed…

  • Southern Baked Mac and Cheese with Sharp Cheddar

    Southern Baked Mac and Cheese with Sharp Cheddar

    Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 8 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 lb elbow macaroni 1 tbsp kosher salt (for pasta water) 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided 24 oz sharp cheddar, freshly shredded (about 6 cups), divided 3 large eggs 1 (12 oz)…

  • Pecan-Crusted Cheese Ball with Sharp Cheddar

    Pecan-Crusted Cheese Ball with Sharp Cheddar

    Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 12 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 8 minutes Total Time: 58 minutes (includes chilling) Quick Ingredients 1.5 cups (150 g) pecan halves 16 oz (454 g) cream cheese, softened 8 oz (226 g) sharp cheddar, finely shredded 3 scallions, thinly sliced 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp Dijon…