Roasting cherry tomatoes—even when they are out of season—with woodsy thyme turns them into an umami-bomb of sweet and tart flavor
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Brunswick Stew
Brunswick stew is a tomato-based stew generally involving local beans, vegetables, and originally small game meat such as squirrel or rabbit, though today often chicken. Native to this county is Brunswick Stew, a flavorous brew first concocted by a group of hunters. One of the party, who had been […]
Vincent Price – Wayside-Inn Turkey
“Let the board groan, let the belly bulge, let our hearts be thankful – lest we forget what our ancestors went through to achieve that first Thanksgiving. The fullness of our fields and fruit trees, of our dairies and hatcheries load the table, and this is a day for […]
Creamed Corn Cornbread
This super delicious, dense, moist cornbread has a bit of a different texture than some of the drier, more crumby cornbreads you’ve known before. Adding in a can of cream style corn gives the cornbread more corn flavor and adds a little sweetness. It also makes for a heftier […]
Potato Salad
Old-Fashioned Potato Salad is a go-to American staple proudly served at potluck BBQs and holiday gatherings. This classic rendition features tender potatoes and hard-boiled eggs tossed in a creamy mayonnaise-based dressing. A squeeze of yellow mustard and fresh relish add a little tang, while a medley of finely chopped […]
French Onion Soup
French onion soup can be a little fussy, time-consuming, and tear-inducing, but if you’ve got a few hours on a rainy Saturday, there are few better ways to spend it than in the pursuit of this classic, comforting gratineé.
Tomato Bisque
This tomato bisque is proof you don’t need a whole basket of vine-ripened tomatoes to make delicious tomato bisque. This recipe uses canned tomatoes. Rice makes this soup silky, not starchy.
Mexican Corn Bread
This is the non peppered version we love. It’s like American corn bread but creamer and tastier. We used canned creamy and frozen corn which work well in this recipe.
Baked Fish and Chips
Baking fish and chips is not only easier and less messy than frying, but it also has the distinct advantage of allowing you to cook both fish and potatoes at the same time in your oven. The key to getting the crunchiest fries is to cut them thin (leave […]
Cheesecake
This is an easy, no fuss recipe with a minimal of ingredients. There are many types of cheesecake. Here are some varieties:South Africa:One popular variant of cheesecake in South Africa is made with whipped cream, cream cheese, gelatin for the filling, and a buttered digestive biscuit crust. It is […]
Skillet Meatballs with Blackberries
In this one-skillet dish, fresh blackberries collapse into a sweet-tart sauce alongside juicy meatballs studded with crunchy whole spices and thyme. For the meatballs, use ground bison, pork or lamb. The flavorful fat fortifies the pan sauce. As for accompaniments, creamy Greek yogurt or labneh is the ideal backdrop […]
Cranberry Compote
Cranberry Compote is a quick, easy and lighter version of cranberry sauce! This Cranberry Compote recipe is a great accompaniment to poultry and pork dishes, but can also be used as a side dish for many meals.Its unique tart and sweet flavor pairs well with most meats and vegetables […]
Thin Chocolate Chip Cookies
I know, everybody says that, but I really mean it. These are, these have to be, the best chocolate chip cookies, ever. Crispy around the edges, chewy and chocolaty in the middle, and thin, oh so thin. The only way someone doesn’t love these, is if they prefer thick […]
Red Roasted Potatoes
These Red Roasted Potatoes are technically overcooked, but that’s what it takes to get that perfect marriage of crispy-crusty outside and creamy-soft inside. The only real way to lose at this is to undercook the potatoes. This is considered a crime against nature, and will not be tolerated. I […]
Pork Chops with Apple Pan Sauce
Just as with beef, it’s better to cook pork bone-in. While the bone won’t add flavor to your meat, it does act as an insulator, and there is less exposed surface area with a bone-in chop, which helps it to retain more moisture as it cooks. For best results, […]
Smoked Salmon
Smoked Brisket
Caramelized Onions
Beef Stew
The recipe can be done in a pressure cooker for 35 minutes with natural release (like the instapot), done in a dutch oven (in the oven or stovetop) or in a slow cooker. We like to make patches of this and it freezes well if you use a vacuum […]
Adult Mac and Cheese
We call this the Adult Macaroni and Cheese because it is elegant, uses good quality cheese…and is simply the grown-up version of mac and cheese.
Grilled Sweet Potatoes
These Grilled Sweet Potatoes are little slices of heaven. Grilled to a crispy, tender finish, and served with chipotle lime dipping sauce or Chimichuri sauce, these make a delicious (and nutritious) side dish and are sweeter than regular sweet potato recipes.
Horseradish Sauce
Horseradish sauce for prime rib is obvious but some of these ideas may surprise you! It adds memorable flavor to: Prime Rib, Steak Sandwiches, Beef Tenderloin, Pork Tenderloin, Sushi (instead of wasabi), Deviled Eggs, Crab Salad, Coleslaw and much more
Cloud Eggs
We love a good baked egg recipe, but clouds eggs were the internet trend that changed our breakfast routine forever. Think actual clouds of heaven topped with a runny yolk. They are so fun to make and everyone will think they are the cutest things. Serve on a piece of […]
Vietnamese American Garlic Noodles
Here in the Bay Area, Asian Americans love garlic noodles. Black and Latino folks love garlic noodles. Indeed, once you start looking for garlic noodles, it seems, you find them everywhere. These noodles, based on the noodle dish originally created and served by Helene An at San Francisco’s Thanh Long […]
Creamy Steak Fettuccine
Whenever we crave steak, this dish is always what we want to make. It comes together quickly and is so full of flavor. It makes us forget chicken ever existed.
Potato and Beef Lasagna
This is a heart stopping combo dish out of “Potatoes au Gratin” and Lasagna basically using the potatoes instead of noodles. All ingredients are interchangeable like different meats, veggies, spices, cheeses. An 11 x 13 aluminum baking container or baking dish works well.
Kicked Up Corn Maque Choux
The name of this Louisiana classic is thought to have derived from a mix of Native American and Cajun French influences. One thing is for sure: it is a delicious side that folks just love.
Lemon Kale Caesar Salad with Chicken
Cream of Mushroom Soup
Cream of mushroom soup is a simple type of soup where a basic roux is thinned with cream or milk and then mushrooms and/or mushroom broth are added. It is well known in North America as a common type of condensed canned soup. Cream of mushroom soup is often […]
Pesto Fries
Bison and Turkey Meatballs
Asparagus with Poached Egg and Prosciutto
Asparagus with poached egg, prosciutto and parmesan is the perfect healthy recipe for breakfast or brunch.
Ultimate Corn Fritters
For the lightest corn fritters, we minimized the number of fillers we added. Serve these fritters as a side dish with steaks, chops, or poultry or as an appetizer with a dollop of sour cream or drissel with honey or maple syrup.
Classic Old Fashioned Stuffing
There is nothing like a fabulous roasted turkey with this traditional turkey stuffing and some roasting pan gravy to make your Thanksgiving dinner a big hit.
Buttermilk-Brined Roast Turkey
With only two ingredients — buttermilk and salt — this might be the least complicated turkey brine recipe ever. The trickiest step will be pulling out your kitchen scale to weigh out the salt, but it’s worth doing if you can to ensure a properly seasoned turkey. The acid […]
Traditional Turkey Gravy
For a turkey gravy that really tastes like the bird but doesn't require drippings, we began by making a full-flavored turkey stock that included not just the neck and giblets but also some excess skin and fat from the turkey.Much of this gravy's flavor is derived from the trimmed skin […]
Green Beans and Crispy Shallots
This harmonious combination of green beans, shallots and butter is a winner. Try to get authentic haricots verts — thin, very young green beans — available in specialty food stores or at farmers’ markets, or choose the smallest, firmest regular string beans you can find. Make sure to cook them […]
Homemade Marshmallows
These soft, sweet, luscious homemade marshmallows completely blow their store-bought rivals out of the water and they’re quite fun to make too. They’re perfect for s’mores, snacking, or a big cup of hot chocolate. Also, they have no artificial ingredients or preservatives. I thought I didn’t like marshmallows until […]
Keto Cranberry Sauce
KETO CRANBERRY SAUCE makes the perfect addition to your holiday dinner. Made with fresh cranberries and natural sweeteners, this low carb cranberry sauce is ready in minutes.
One Hour Roasted Turkey
Compleley cook a 14 pound turkey in one hour without a pressure cooker. Skin will be brown and crispy and nothing beats this fast and will make you the hero when others ruin theirs.
Baked Cornflake Chicken
This recipe for cornflake chicken is strips of chicken breast coated in seasoned crushed cornflakes and baked to crispy perfection. These chicken fingers are easy to make and are a big hit with both kids and adults!
Hasselback Chicken with Grilled Avocados
The name Hasselback came from a Swedish restaurant called Hasselbacken. This chicken is sliced with your favorite cheese and other ingredients. In this Keto version we use bacon and grill the avocados.
Thanksgiving Stuffing Muffins
Switch things up this Thanksgiving! Instead of serving a basket of dinner rolls, let your family feast on these gravy-stuffed stuffing muffins. Each muffin bakes up with a crispy exterior, a moist interior, and a nugget of thick, sausage-filled country gravy in the center. They might sound sort of crazy, […]
Pot Roast
This is the best Instant Pot Roast Beef recipe. It's literally one of the best pot roasts I’ve ever had. Super rich in flavor and abundant in goodies. You could easily make this same recipe in a dutch oven if you have an extra hour to wait for it. Either […]
Cuban Sandwich
A Cuban sandwich (Spanish: Sándwich cubano) is a variation of a ham and cheese sandwich that likely originated in cafes catering to Cuban workers in Tampa or Key West, two early Cuban immigrant communities in Florida centered on the cigar industry. Later on, Cuban exiles and expatriates brought it to […]
Meatloaf
Friends, today I’m going to demonstrate how to make the most amazing Meat Loaf you have ever tasted! Trust me, I’m not lying. Its amazing! Come watch and cook with me.
Smashed Brussels Sprouts
In order to smash the Brussels sprouts, you need to boil them first. (Just like smashed potatoes!) Make sure to pat them really dry, even after you smashed them, so that they crisp up in the oven. And never skimp on the cheese.
Caramelized Salmon
Sexy Chicken Wings with Hushpuppies
Funny plate presentation that looks like a woman lying down with her legs raised up.
Clean Eating Coleslaw
Well this is the recipe that I served them with; a super simple, super lite coleslaw. What makes this coleslaw so lite you ask? Well that my friends, is all about the Greek yogurt. It’s no secret these days that Greek yogurt is a great way to lighten up […]
Grilled Peaches
Grilled Artichokes with Garlic Butter
Raise your hand if you’re intimidated by this spiny, curious vegetable. You obviously haven’t grilled them yet! Follow along as Chef Jason shows you his technique for preparing and grilling them with ease. The result? Smoky, tender artichokes cooked to perfection in garlic-herb butter.
Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil
Easiest shrimp boil ever! And it’s mess-free using a single sheet pan. That’s right. ONE PAN. No newspapers. No bags. No clean-up!
Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats
Perfect for fresh or left over hearty sauces, this low carb dish is easy to make in a variety of ways. You can even make several versions based on what you have on hand. Its easy to make and healthy too.
Strawberry Poppyseed Salad with Chicken
Panera Strawberry Poppyseed Salad is loaded with fruit and tender chicken. Delicious poppyseed dressing drizzled over the salad makes the dish even better.
Cranberry Turkey Quesadillas
Sweet, tart cranberry sauce and tender turkey meat tucked inside melty, cheesy quesadillas
Cabbage Soup
Cabbage soup is about as comforting and healthy as they come! All you need to do is simmer a bunch of sliced cabbage with mirepoix vegetables, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and herbs for an easy and delicious, low calorie meal.
Chicken Tetrazzini
This chicken tetrazzini is comforting and supremely creamy; a cheesy pasta bake loaded with juicy chicken and plump mushrooms. It is widely believed to have been invented circa 1908–1910 by Ernest Arbogast, the chef at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco, California, where Tetrazzini made her American debut at […]