What kind of wine does one serve at the family Thanksgiving meal? The best advice, says master sommelier Matt Stamp, from Napa, California, is not to overthink it. There are so many dishes served at this meal, including contributions from many relatives; with this in mind, it is best to keep it simple. If you […]
Making mashed potatoes is a needed thing at Thanksgiving. More important is making good mashed potatoes. Though the author likes a food mill there is no problem with staying with a masher. The potatoes are key though. Stick to russet or Yukon gold. The waxy red bliss won’t work as well in the mash. The […]
Mashed potatoes need not ruin your schedule. You can find time to make them no matter what you have going on. This is wonderful news because they are a great side dish which can accompany almost any meal. This gives ideas for four types. You can make them your own, though, by adding any number […]
This Olive Oil and Apple Bundt Cake is the perfect dessert for your upcoming Holiday. The cake has grated apples in the batter, which makes the cake extra moist, and delectable. Olive Oil is added to make the cake healthier than the average dessert. You generally use two large apples, but sometimes you can use […]
Today, compote is normally a topping. Stella Parks’ created a recipe to prepare apple compote the old fashioned way, as a dessert dish. She uses a mix of apples. They are peeled, cored, and sliced. Extra care is used to pare down any sharp edges. They are then poached in a syrup of apple cider […]
Marinara sauce is good for many things. It’s often eaten on pasta but doesn’t have to be limited to that. If you want to make your own you can control the flavors and nutrition. It’s good to do that if you have any special dietary needs. This recipe for marinara is easy to do and […]
This lentil and potato stew is a great staple dish that can be made with simple ingredients you already have in your kitchen, like lentils, carrots, potatoes, and frozen greens. The rosemary, paprika, and cayenne pepper are totally optional depending upon your personal taste. It’s important to follow the recipe with regard to timing of […]
If you love the flavor of Nutella, you are not alone. But it’s not just a spread or flavoring. You can make it into icing and use it on cupcakes too. In this recipe, the vanilla cupcakes are kept simple to offset the Nutella icing without conflicting. Of course a little more chocolate can’t hurt […]
Chili is a prime go-to meal for comfort food for yourself or even entertaining. There are a number of takes on the mix of beef and beans but it’s most classic with peppers and spice. Here’s a version using jalapenos for a surprising tang and miso for an earthy taste that goes well with beans. […]
These cookies are crunchy because of the pretzel. They have a delicious salty and peanutty flavor. You should not prepare them for anyone with allergies, though, since nut allergies are very serious. Always ask someone before giving them one of these. They are a big hit because of the crunch and they are a great […]
