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Whoopie Pies

We prefer Droste brand Dutch-process cocoa for this recipe because it gives the cakes a richer chocolate flavor. Though whoopie pies can be served on the...

Grandma's Chopped Liver

Author: Helene Cypress

Ginger Garlic Green Beans

Author: Gina Marie Miraglia Eriquez

Classic Potato Gratin

When simmering the cream, make sure it's over gentle heat (if it over-reduces, it will break).

Author: Claire Saffitz

Mediterranean Eggplant and Barley Salad

The deep flavors in this lush and hearty dish are too good for anyone to pass up. Vegetarians can substitute water for the chicken broth and still enjoy...

Pumpkin Spice Pie

Author: Elinor Klivans

Raspberry Buttermilk Cake

Author: Melissa Roberts

Peruvian Grilled Chicken (Pollo a la Brasa)

This iconic regional dish incorporates soy sauce, evidence of the strong influence of the Japanese and Chinese communities in Peru. The intensely flavored...

Author: Shelley Wiseman

Carrots and Brussels Sprouts

Author: Ian Knauer

Fluffy Matzah Balls

If you like light, airy matzah balls, you'll like this recipe. It's my son David's favorite, especially when his grandmother makes the matzah balls.

Author: Joan Nathan

Garlic and Cheese Crostini

These toasts are topped with a light sprinkling of minced garlic, olive oil, and sharp Pecorino Romano before being baked. Garlicky and salty, they are...

Classic Spinach Artichoke Dip with Mozzarella and Parmesan

Two kinds of melty cheese make this dip extra luxe.

Author: Rhoda Boone

Noodle Kugel

Author: Carole Chernick

Gratin of White Asparagus

Author: Skye Gyngell

Chickpea Salad With Lemon, Parmesan, and Fresh Herbs

The beauty of this basic recipe is that it can be tweaked in numerous ways. For a spicy version, add some sriracha sauce. Try swapping out the lemon juice...

Author: Molly Wizenberg

Caramelized Bananas

The faint flavor of smoke and caramelized brown sugar do exquisite things to a banana. A drizzling of rum or liqueur gives this simple dessert "gourmet"...

Author: Andrea Chesman

Pikliz (Haitian Pickled Vegetable Relish)

This bright and fiery Haitian condiment (pronounced "pick-lees") is traditionally served with meats and fried food to balance rich flavors.

Author: Nils Bernstein

Grandmother's Apple Cake

Author: Alexandra Leaf

Braised Lentils

Author: Massimo Ormani

Harvest Pear Crisp with Candied Ginger

Author: Carolyn Beth Weil

Pineapple Upside Down Cake

This cake, thought to have first appeared in the 1920s, has had such names as pineapple glacé and pineapple skillet cake.

Parmesan Roasted Butternut Squash

The best qualities of a gratin shine in this incredibly simple side dish: Pieces of sweet butternut squash and a flurry of salty Parmigiano-Reggiano meld...

Author: Maggie Ruggiero

Creamed Broccoli with Parmesan

Author: Andrea Albin

Mascarpone Cheesecake

Arden Zalman of Sebastopol, California, writes: "My husband and I dined at Syrah, in Santa Rosa, California. The food was delicious, the waitstaff was...

Pomegranate Champagne Punch

This bright and bubbly punch features pomegranate seeds and Champagne.

Author: Melissa Clark