When the temperature takes a nosedive, few things compete with a just-baked pie. Don’t be daunted by social media images of perfect, artistic ones; a pie will taste just as good whether it’s rustically homespun or exactingly decorated and carved. Ultimately, what is more important is the integrity of the ingredients (both the casing and …
Thai sausage rolls (Pictured above) This fun twist on the classic sausage roll mixes seasoned pork with the boldness of lemongrass, coriander and Thai spices, all wrapped in flaky pastry. You can prepare these sausage rolls ahead of time and freeze them before baking. Simply bake from frozen and add five to 10 minutes to …
Few dishes generate as many internet debates and passionate opinions as a classic mac and cheese. We all know it. We all love it. And we all think we know the very best way to make it. But, this four-ingredient, 20-minute Boursin mac is one that everyone can get behind. I admit that there is …
Thanksgiving pies are great and all, but my favorite contribution to the holiday every year is an adorable turkey-themed treat. I love our turkey Oreo balls or Krispie turkey if I really need a show-stopper, but these turkey leg Rice Krispies treats are my newest obsession. These mock turkey legs not only taste great and …
Hot take: Stuffing belongs in muffin tins. I know that sounds nonsensical, but trust me, after trying this recipe, you’ll understand. Stuffing is my absolute favorite part of Thanksgiving, and in my family, we get extra territorial over who gets the crispiest bits. Solution? Bake your stuffing in a muffin pan. That way, everybody gets …
I’m a lifelong vegetarian, but my boyfriend is a dedicated carnivore. How can I cook to please us both? Victoria, by email“I have three words for you, Victoria,” says Anna Ansari, author of Silk Roads, who grew up in a predominantly vegetarian household: “Di si xian.” Typical of northern China, this stir-fry of aubergine, potato …
My mum, Isabel, has always cooked slowly. Life on the family farm was busy, so a pot of lamb would often be bubbling away while she worked and, by the time we all sat down for lunch, the whole house smelled incredible. November takes me straight back there. It is the month for food that …
I love this one-tray dinner; it feels elegant but easy, and worthy of both a midweek meal and if you are entertaining. The punchy anchovy and garlic butter does all the hard work, and gives the impression of more effort than was actually exerted. But what to serve it with, I hear you ask? Well, …
Stuffing is a classic Thanksgiving side with almost endless options. Some love a classic homemade turkey stuffing using sourdough bread, while others prefer cornbread stuffing, or even our gnocchi stuffing. Some families want a meatier stuffing like our sausage or oyster stuffing, and others will be very happy with our vegetarian cranberry stuffing. The only …
Hearty and warming, this prawn and tomato stew with fregola is a comforting bowl, with the fresh pesto brightening every bite. It pairs beautifully with a crisp, fragrant, quick-pickled vegetable salad; the freshness cuts through the richness of the stew perfectly. I’ve always loved leafy, lively salads, and I could honestly eat one with every …