Recipes for special dinners, any night of the week
Roast Duck with Maple Glaze has crispy skin and juicy meat. The sweet flavors from maple syrup and fruit juice complement the taste of rich duck meat. A whole roast duck is an easy yet impressive main dish for your next special occasion or holiday dinner. Duck is not something most people eat every…
Panettone French Toast is the best way to enjoy that sweet Italian panettone bread you have left over from Christmas, or to get in the holiday spirit as soon as panettone hit stores in November. This scrumptious international fusion breakfast highlights the sweet flavor of panettone with soft rich custard and crisp edges. Panettone…
Chicken Chasseur, or Hunter’s Chicken, is made with chicken and mushrooms in a sauce flavored with white wine, cognac, tomato paste, shallots, garlic, and tarragon. This one-pot classic French dish takes its name from the old days when hunters would return home with game meat and freshly picked mushrooms, which were often prepared in…
Apple Fennel Salad stars apples and fennel, along with celery, parmesan cheese, and pumpkin seeds atop baby greens. Finish with tangy apple vinaigrette dressing for the ultimate fall salad. Looking for a nice green salad to go with the braised beef brisket I shared last week? This salad has great crisp texture from fresh…
Braised Beef Brisket is slow-cooked with apple cider, maple syrup, molasses, dried mushrooms, caramelized onions, and garlic, giving the brisket flat cut a complex depth of flavor. Prepare this hearty main dish ahead of time for easy entertaining and holiday dinners. I love making braised beef dishes when we have company over. Braised beef…
These individual apple crisps will delight your family and guests. Tender apple pieces lightly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg are covered with a hearty crumb topping. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top for the ultimate fall dessert. Whether you’ve been apple picking or stocking up on apples from your local…
Baked Chicken Apple Meatballs burst with fall flavor thanks to dried apple pieces and fresh sage. Applesauce and sage-infused olive oil keep these baked meatballs juicy, never dry. Hi folks, I’ve got an easy healthy dinner for you, perfect for busy weeknights and back-to-school. Baked Chicken Apple Meatballs are made with lean protein (from…
Bacon fried rice with eggs, kale, and umami-packed shiitake mushrooms. Fried rice picks up a ton of flavor when the rice is fried in bacon fat. Great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This post was originally published on May 23, 2018. It was republished with new photos and more content on July 17, 2019….
Radish Salad with Cucumbers and Sugar Snap Peas is a simple easy salad full of crunchy spring vegetables tossed in homemade vinaigrette. Great as a side dish for picnics and barbecues all summer long. I’ve been really enjoying this radish salad made with seasonal spring vegetables. I made it three times before I considered…
Salmon BLTs are the perfect summer sandwich. Crispy bacon, vine-ripened tomatoes, and a fresh and creamy herb sauce go great with salmon fillets. This post was originally published on May 30, 2018. It was republished with new photos and more content on June 12, 2019. During our Alaska vacation in June 2017, I ate…
Smoked Salmon Sandwiches with Dill Cream Cheese are an elegant gourmet choice for summer picnics and outings or when it’s just too hot to turn on the stove to cook dinner. With smoked salmon, dill cream cheese, crunchy cucumbers, and peppery arugula, these sandwiches are a little extra special over your ordinary brown-bag lunch….