The Epi-Log (Free subscription) | yesterday
As I explain in Epicurious's Thanksgiving Potluck Planner, I have attended a Thanksgiving potluck with a revolving cast of characters (from North Carolina to New York) every year since I was a small child. For me one of the best things about the holiday is that I get to try the new-to-me dishes brought by other guests and hear about their family traditions. For this year's feast I'll share a dish that...
Sacramento Bee (Free subscription) | yesterday
Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 55 minutes Serves 12 This recipe is courtesy of Laurel Hudson, culinary instructor at Wellspring Academies for Weight Loss. INGREDIENTS Crust 2 cups Fiber One Original cereal 2 tablespoons light butter spread (such as Brummel & Brown Yogurt Spread) 1/4 cup granulated Splenda 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce 1½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice Filling One 15-ounce...
Sacramento Bee (Free subscription) | yesterday
Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Serves 4 to 6 Rather than a re-creation of traditional nasamp, this is a modern interpretation. INGREDIENTS 2 cups water 1 cup yellow cornmeal in a bowl 1/4 teaspoon salt Fresh strawberries, maple syrup, nuts, optional INSTRUCTIONS Place the water in a saucepan. Spoon enough of the water into the bowl of cornmeal to dampen it. (This reduces clumping.) Stir...
yumsugar (Free subscription) | 11/23/2009
As much as I love experimenting with alternative pumpkin desserts like pumpkin layer cake and mini baklava pumpkin tarts , sometimes nothing is better than the beloved standby, classic pumpkin pie. This year I tried out an old-fashioned style recipe. The delicious crust is flaked with pecans, and the filling is a mixture of pumpkin puree, molasses, and sour cream. The resulting pie is silky with a...
Healthy. Happy. Life. (Free subscription) | 11/23/2009
You've seen a yummy smorgasbord of my Vegan Thanksgiving recipes over the past few weeks, but now the real work begins! The first step to achieving your perfect feast is menu planning . Project: Menu. Crafting a delicious, diverse and elegant menu is a fun project that requires analysis, inspiration and a sprinkle of heart. Designing a menu is like putting together a puzzle with too many pieces. You...
Under the High Chair (Free subscription) | 11/22/2009
This could very well be the unofficial start to my holiday baking . Although all future baking is at the mercy of our move and me getting my kitchen set up before Christmas Eve, at least I have a solid cookie recipe to fall back on and a back-up plan for my contribution to that upcoming cookie swap. We're moving in two weeks! Everything is half-packed, boxes line the hallways and fill the corners...
Foodie Pantry (Free subscription) | 11/18/2009
Brisket is another cold weather dish that suits anybody’s palate. This hearty cut of beef can be turned into a satisfying main meal and then into tasty leftovers. It is also easy to cook and there are several ways in which to prepare it. It’can also go with many sides. Brisket is the cut of beef that is located in a cow's upper breast or lower chest region. Ashkenazi and eastern European...
Great Free Online Recipes (Free subscription) | 11/15/2009
By Ken Kudra There are many different ways to make pumpkin soup. While you may not be able to think of many variations off the top of your head, there are many different recipes for this soup beyond the creamy classic version. One such easy version involves pouring honey over the pumpkin, garlic, and onions before roasting them. The roasted vegetables are then made into a delicious soup. Pumpkin and...
Megans Cookin (Free subscription) | 11/15/2009
I got a new cookbook! It’s the new Healthy Bread in Five Minutes a Day by Jeff Hertzberg MD and Zoe Francois. I’m going to bake through this book, with a bunch of bread baking bloggers! HAAHA, say that three times fast! Go ahead, try it. It’s fun! Anyway, sorry about that. The bread baking bunch, aka: The HBin5 group is hosted by Michelle of Big Black Dogs and your invited to join...
Joy of Desserts (Free subscription) | 11/13/2009
I just posted some dessert and baking tips on my dessert column . There's great information on flavors, nuts, getting children to eat their fruits, using alcohol in desserts, and more. Plus San Francisco chef and flavor authority, Emily Luchetti shares her walnut and maple syrup cookie recipe , more tips, and how she replaces corn syrup in pumpkin pies. New York executive pastry chef and author of...
Serious Eats (Free subscription) | 11/13/2009
Coca-Cola Turkey and Bagel Stuffing View the complete recipe here » Canada already celebrated Thanksgiving back in October, but one chef, Frédéric Morin of Joe Beef in Montreal skipped the boxed bread crumbs to make his own special spin on stuffing. He combined three of the city's iconic foods: bagels, smoked meat (and pickles) from Schwartz's Deli, and maple syrup. Naturally, to...
Slashfood (Free subscription) | 11/11/2009
Filed under: Candy , How To , Thanksgiving Photo: Monika Bartyzel When we think of Thanksgiving, thoughts usually turn to lavish feasts and a celebration of all things savory. But just as much as this November holiday is a time to come together for massive meals, it's also the perfect time to infuse fall flavor with a dollop of sweetness. Over the next few weeks, I'll be dipping into some fun and...
Sacramento Bee (Free subscription) | 11/11/2009
Star anise and citrus cranberry sauce Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Serves 8 Bee food writer Niesha Lofing adapted this from recipes found on various fresh cranberry packages. INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup fresh-squeezed orange juice (about 1 orange) 1/4 cup fresh-squeezed honey tangerine juice 1/4 cup pineapple juice 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest 1 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons real maple...
Sacramento Bee (Free subscription) | 11/11/2009
Maple bourbon brined pork Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes for chops, 1 hour for roast Serves 4 This recipe is courtesy of Raley's. Note: The prep time does not include the brining time. INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup boiling water 3 tablespoons kosher salt or 2 tablespoons non-iodized salt 4 cups water 1/2 cup pure maple syrup 1/2 cup bourbon 1 teaspoon coarse pepper 4 cloves fresh garlic, smashed...
Healthy. Happy. Life. (Free subscription) | 11/06/2009
6am. Half-awake. In bed. Under the Covers. My drowsy mind was brain-storming for my chestnut post . Nutrition facts, snack ideas - an easy, informative post. But a little boring for a Friday. Two post day, I decide. Chestnuts. Chestnuts. Chestnuts. What can I do with a chestnut that's sweet, fun, creative and TGIF-esque? Hmmm. Roasted Chestnuts. Canned Pumpkin. Vegan Chocolate Chips. Maple Syrup. Raw...
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