Archive for 2016

Candied Yams � So Good You�ll Forget You�re Eating Sweet Potatoes

While it�s true the �yams� used in this gorgeous candied yams recipe are really just orange-fleshed sweet potatoes, it�s also true that no o...

Grains, Side Dish, Vegetables

Creamy Corn Pudding � Perfect for Holidays, Weekdays, and Weekday Holidays

Corn pudding doesn�t get the same attention as some other holiday side dishes, but it�s a real crowd-pleaser that pairs perfect with all you...

Next Up: Something with Frozen Corn

Chef John is on Vacation

Just wanted to let everyone know I�ll be on vacation until the middle of next week, and no, it�s not because I�m moving to Canada. Not sure ...

Appetizer, Potato, Soups, Vegetables

Potato Leek Soup (aka Vichyssoise) � The Perfect Autumn in San Francisco Soup

This can be a strange time of year for weather in San Francisco. Our climate can suddenly swing from hot and humid, to cold and wet; which m...

Italian Cuisine, Pork

Pork Osso Buco � Keeping it Real without Veal

I�ve never shared the same love for veal osso buco that most of my fellow Italian food fans profess, and it�s been the source of a fair amou...

Fresh Corn and Avocado Pico de Gallo

ingredients 1 fresh poblano or Anaheim chile pepper* or 1 medium green sweet pepper 1 medium red, orange or yellow sweet pepper 2 c...

Feta Custard in Phyllo Cups

These savory appetizers have a custard filling and an olive topper. ingredients 30 1-3/4-inch baked miniature phyllo shells (...

Apple-Anise Pizza

Apple-Anise Pizza Ingredients 1 12 inch Italian bread shell (such as Boboli) 2 shallots, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil...

Shrimp and Cucumber with Creamy Avocado Dressing

Ingredients 8 ounces peeled, deveined, cooked shrimp, halved lengthwise 1 small English cucumber, diced 1/4 cup Creamy Avocado...

Raisin-Spice Spread

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 tablespoons cooking oil 1 cup raisins 1 cup dry red wine 1/2 cup snipped, oil-packed dried t...

Sarah's Baked Brie

Ingredients 1 17.3 ounce package puff pastry (2 sheets), thawed 1 2.2 pound wheel of Brie (about 8 inches in diameter) 3 tablespo...

Red Hot Pita Chips

Serve these chips with purchased hummus for a quick appetizer or snack. ingredients 1 egg white, slightly beaten 2 tablespoon...

Phyllo Cheese Straws

ingredients 1 pound feta cheese, finely crumbled 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/2 16 - ounce package frozen phyllo dough (14x9-inch...

Tomato-Topped Baked Brie

ingredients 3/4 7 - 8 - ounce jar oil-packed dried tomatoes 1/3 cup finely chopped shallots or onion 4 teaspoons finely chopped ...

Hot Artichoke Dip

Hot Artichoke Dip Ingredients 2 medium leeks, thinly sliced (2/3 cup) 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 14 ounce can artichoke hearts, dra...

Apple-Anise Pizza

Apple-Anise Pizza Ingredients 1 12 inch Italian bread shell (such as Boboli) 2 shallots, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 me...

Spicy Sausage and Tomato Dip

Spicy Sausage and Tomato Dip Ingredients 1 pound bulk Italian sausage 2/3 cup chopped onion 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 15 o...

Raisin-Spice Spread

Raisin-Spice Spread Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 tablespoons cooking oil 1 cup raisins 1 cup dry red wine 1/2 cup sn...

Parmesan Mushroom Cups

ingredients 2 tablespoons butter, softened 24 slices thinly sliced bread 3 tablespoons finely chopped green onions or shallots 2 t...

Chili Pecans

A coating of spicy and sweet turns toasted pecans into a holiday food that makes a great food gift or party snack. Make these ahead of time...

Green Goddess Dip

Green Goddess Dip Ingredients 1/3 cup refrigerated or frozen egg product, thawed 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons Dijon-styl...

Roasted Summer Vegetable Pizzettes

Heirloom tomatoes add color and flavor to these individual-size pizzas. ingredients Roasted Summer Vegetable Puree 2 cups...

Pick-a-Topper Appetizer Flatbreads

Petite ovals of fresh-baked bread become blank canvases for a rainbow of colorful meat, vegetable, fruit and cheese options. ingred...