Shiitake Gravy
Shiitake Gravy is perfect for special occasions and holidays
Pumpkin Cheesecake with Chocolate Ganache
I wish it were Thanksgiving every week. If it were, I would have a good excuse to make this Pumpkin Cheesecake on a regular basis.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Hazelnuts and Pomegranate
Brussels sprouts have come a long way, baby! Once considered the stuff of nightmares, boiled to death and flavorless, they are now the petite darlings of chefs and home cooks.
Meatless Mealoaf Wellington
Meatloaf, a perennial comfort food favorite, gets a compassionate update for special occasions with this recipe for Meatless Meatloaf Wellington.
Maple Roasted Pecan Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes and Thanksgiving, a match made in heaven. The holiday table wouldn’t be complete without them, and with so many ways to serve them up, it’s practically criminal to leave them off the menu.
Split Pea Soup
Split Pea Soup is a simple, humble soup, but don’t underestimate its ability to satisfy and comfort.
Cherry Pistachio Biscotti
Biscotti are a wonderful treat any time of year, but especially at holiday time. Perfect for dipping in hot cocoa (vegan, of course!) or tea and delightful for giving because they are dry, crunchy and can stay for a long period of time. No need to feel pressured into eating them all in one night!
Rugelach
While Rugelach is a classic Jewish cookie and often eaten at Hannukah, that doesn’t mean you can’t make it all year round.
Snowballs (Russian Tea Cakes)
For me, Snowballs (Russian Tea Cakes) are the essence of what holiday baking is about; sweet, simple and sparkly. With only a few ingredients, you can whip these up quickly when the cookie jar is getting empty. Depending on your preference, you can omit the double sugar-rolling process and just sift the powdered sugar on top to reduce the sweetness, they are really just as good. The cookie is tender, crumbly and melts in your mouth.
Gingerbread People
Gingerbread cookies are really a personal thing. Some like theirs hard and crunchy, others like them soft and chewy. I thought it was hard to please everyone until I made this recipe and realized,
