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 Feeling a bit overwhelmed by the avalanche of wonderful recipes in this month's magazines, not to mention the holiday rush? Well, don't let either get to you; sit back, relax and read our take on this month's magazines along with our picks for great recipes to try. And if you're searching for Holiday recipes, try browsing the HolidayBaking, HanukkahDinner and ChristmasDinner tags.
Happy Holidays!
Cookies! Need I say more? The hard part is choosing which to bake first. Will it be the cute-as-a-button glittery lemon sandwiches? Orange pistachio crescents? Dulce de leche half moons? In my case, it'll probably be all three. If you're still hunting for new holiday dishes to add to the big festive day, you're sure to find something tempting in the feature "Comfort and Joy'' which is what the holidays really are all about, aren't they? Fall for roast pork with winter fruits and port sauce; a whole head of cauliflower topped with crispy rye crumbs; and stunning Twelve-layer mocha cake. There's also a lovely story on winter comfort food in the mountains of Japan's Honshu island, with photos that look like a snow globe come to life. - written by Carolyn Jung Egg salad with lemon and fennel: Forget the celery. Try fennel instead to liven up a classic with a whole new flavor.
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EatingWell - recipe list While gathered around the holiday table, have you wondered why palates and diets are so dissimilar even within your family? An in depth article on nutrigenomics - the study of interactions between genes and diet - shares research on why, for example, we have different tastes, get a buzz from caffeine, are prone to diabetes, and a gamut of other food interactions. To discover our own "flavors" through DNA testing is prohibitively expensive, furthermore there is no one-size-fits-all diet. The best advice is to enjoy the delicious and healthful recipes in the December issue. Review useful tips for how to roast perfect birds of all kinds - Cornish game hens (actually a domesticated chicken), duck, pheasant and quail. Add a twist to traditional side dishes by introducing root vegetables like rutabagas, parsnips, turnips and celeriac, prepared braised, shredded in pancakes or baked in a gratin. Continue the holiday flavors with wonderful ways to love turkey leftovers in a creamy wild rice soup, tostadas, or a warm turkey salad. And when you're turkey-tuckered-out, the Hurry-up Weeknight Dinners section offers recipes for Pork Tenderloin With Roasted Grape Sauce, Seafood Linguine, and Lamb, Fig & Olive Stew, all classy enough for impromptu holiday entertaining. - written by Foodie RecipeRose
I'm looking forward to daring my family to break tradition, and try a Pumpkin Coconut Tart made with lite coconut milk and garnished with coconut chips.
rate, comment & access recipe Chicken Baked over Mushroom Dressing looks like a recipe I'll enjoy any time of year. It's a unique method of roasting the bird on top of a bread stuffing packed with three kinds of mushrooms. rate, comment & access recipe
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Holiday meals and holiday entertaining is the focus this month. For Christmas you can choose from a menu including a standing rib roast by Bruce Aidells, or decadent dining from Quebec. A festival of latkes variations are the temptation for Hanukkah. Looking for Holiday Baking temptations? Dorie Greenspan presents the perfect pie crust and Damon Lee Fowler adds a Southern twist to holiday cookies. And if you've had enough with the holidays then you might want to check out the in season choice this month - Chantrerelle mushrooms. - written by foodie Pam Aunt Bill's Brown Candy - while the name may not sound enticing the story behind these fudge-like little pecan morsels had me itching to make them ASAP, although you may want a bit of muscle power to help you out. Spicy Cauliflower Latkes with Za'atar aioli - I simply can't resist a good latke and the use of cauliflower in these sounds like a great twist. The rosti-style potato latkes with rosemary and brown butter applesauce are also pretty high up on the try list. |
The holidays are celebrated in style this month with an ode to the lost art of making real punch. Did you know it was the first popular mixed drink to incorporate distilled spirits? Fill a festive bowl with Captain Radcliffe's Punch (made with brandy, lemons, nutmeg, and sweet white wine) or Regent's Punch (a tea-infused champagne version). Your sweet tooth will be satiated with a lovely story on the Ligurian Christmas treat, pandolce, that's studded with raisins, candied orange peel and pine nuts, and has a texture that's a cross between biscotti and fruitcake. Mexican food authority and Chicago celeb chef Rick Bayless pens a piece on Mexican candies, including the best spots in Puebla to find them. And learn about the must-have dishes featured in a traditional Christmas celebration in one of the most under appreciated Asian cuisines - Filipino. - written by Carolyn Jung
Ensaimada (Philippine-style brioche). These fluffy breakfast rolls are sprinkled with aged edam cheese. Who wouldn't want to start the morning with that? rate, comment & access recipe Tashreeb Dijaaj (spiced chicken and chickpea stew). It's similar to chicken curry, but instead of rice, it's ladled over torn-up pieces of flat bread that soak up all the wonderful sauce. rate, comment & access recipe |
This December Food and Wine is determined to help you have the Happiest Holidays ever. Looking for some fresh ideas for your Holiday party this year? Well, Food and Wine offers you 20 (Wish me luck convincing my boss to use one of them for this years office party). Can't stand the thought of having everyone gathering in your kitchen with the Avocado green walls, designer Jeffrey Alan Marks gives you some great ideas for upgrading your kitchen on a budget. All that plus Wine Editor Lettie Teague talks Champagne and the legendary Jacques Pepin brings back Pressed Caviar. - written by foodie Heather
Caramelized Onion Dip: As soon as I got word from my grandmother that I would be hosting Christmas this year (Grandmom doesn't ask, she informs), I immediately went into menu planning mode and decided to do a trial run on a few things. A good dip and a few appetizers are always a good idea while the gang is waiting for the main course. I've tried other Caramelized Onion Dip recipes before but something always seemed to be missing. This version has all the right flavors and I know it will be a big hit.
Everything Twists: My stepfather is a huge fan of the Everything bagel and he loves my usual cheese straws. I hope to get an equally enthusiastic reaction for this new version. One thing to note, even though the recipe doesn't call for parmesan cheese I'll probably still add just a little bit. After all it is an "Everything" twist. rate, comment & access recipe |
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