November 2020

Johnisha’s fall-inspired recipe makes any holiday a truly extraordinary occasion. While making macaroons does take time, it’s worth every second. The delicious shell recipe is adapted from Kathryn Gordon’s “Les Petits Macarons: Colorful French Confections to Make at Home”. Ingredients Shells: 1¼ cups (165 grams) packed hazelnut meal ¾ cup (65 grams) packed confectioners’ sugar […]

In these blue cornmeal scones, just a touch of honey accentuates the natural sweetness of the corn kernels. Make these a year-round treat with frozen corn. Ingredients 1½ cups (191 grams) unbleached, all purpose flour ½ cup (71 grams) medium grind blue cornmeal (we like Bob’s Red Mill) 2 teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon baking […]

Mushroom stock is a necessity in the modern kitchen. The richly flavored broth adds a meaty savoriness, or umami, that appeals to vegetarians, vegans and meat-eaters alike. This recipe is neutral in flavor which makes it ideal for any cuisine, from Italy to China. This recipe may easily be halved or quartered. Freeze in small […]

Hamantaschen are traditional Ashkenazi cookies which commemorates Queen Esther’s foiling of Haman’s plot to kill the Jews of ancient Persia. Lore holds that these filled pastries are formed into a triangular shape in order to commemorate the shape of Haman’s hat or pocket. This cookie dough style recipe was inspired by Faye Levy’s International Jewish […]

Earthy and cheesy, this crustless quiche is a great for a gluten-free brunch or, with a simple side dish, for a light dinner. Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon unsalted butter 2 scallions, whites and greens parts cut into ½-inch pieces 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ medium onion, thinly sliced ¾ teaspoon kosher salt […]

Making this pumpkin soup is a great way to utilize all the pumpkins you have laying around once Halloween has come and gone. I like to roast the pumpkin before adding it to the soup for a deeper flavor. It’s also much easier to scoop out the soft cooked flesh than to peel and dice […]

This vegan side dish combines the mild flavor of celery and the comforting texture of mashed potatoes in one delicious bite. It’s a great accompaniment to any lightly flavored meat or fish dish and can be made much fancier with a sauce, such as a mushroom ragu. Ingredients 6 medium or 4 large Russet potatoes, […]

Baked root vegetable pancakes are a favorite fall or winter side dish. Served with homemade crockpot applesauce and some fried eggs, these vegetable pancakes are a hit for all ages. Ingredients 3 large russet potatoes (about 4 cups shredded) 2 large parsnips (about 2½ cups shredded) 1 large zucchini (about 1½ cups shredded) 1 large […]

My mom used to make applesauce as soon as the fall apples came in, and I’ve kept up her tradition with my own family. I even use her old crockpot. My favorite applesauce-making memory is from when my daughter was three years old, and we went on a preschool trip to pick apples for Rosh […]

This vibrant salad is a balance of flavor and texture. It promises to be a stunning addition to your holiday table. Ingredients 2 large egg whites ¼ cup turbinado sugar or ground palm sugar ¼ cup sugar, granulated 1 cup fresh cranberries, divided 8 cups baby arugula 2 cups mixed baby greens (mizuno, kale, chard) […]

White chocolate balances out the tartness of the cranberries in this dessert. Plus, the whole cranberries are absolutely beautiful for a holiday table. Ingredients Tart crust: 3 cups (426 grams) gluten free all-purpose flour, Bob’s Red Mill preferred 3 tablespoons (36 grams) granulated sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1½ sticks (170 grams) cold unsalted butter, cut […]

The first time I tried a causa that really stood out from the traditional versions served at Peruvian restaurants, which are almost always filled with fish, seafood, or chicken, was at my favorite health food store in Lima. I was having lunch with some friends in their small patio cafe, and was attracted by the […]

Classic, delicious and oh-so-easy, we guarantee that this stuffing will never make it to leftovers. Ingredients ¼ cup (57 grams) unsalted butter or non-hydrogenated, nondairy margarine 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped, about 1¼ cup ½ cup diced celery ½ cup diced carrots 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons minced fresh sage 2 […]

These bites are a little sweet and a little savory. These little bits o’ country and little bits o’ rock and roll are a huge hit with kids. The browned butter gives it a nutty flavor without a nut in sight. Ingredients 2 (14-ounce) packages frozen puff pastry, Dufour preferred, defrosted in the refrigerator no […]