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Linguine with Ragu Bianco and nose-to-tail tales
Ground pork and pork liver are cooked with mushrooms, shallots, garlic, fennel, and thyme, then finished with cream in this traditional Italian pasta sauce.
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Black-eyed pea and cornbread skillet
Black-eyed peas on New Year's Day is a Southern tradition loved by many. Here is a variation that bakes black-eyed peas beneath a cornbread topping.
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Easy appetizer: stuffed endives (+ video)
A versatile gluten-free appetizer that will please your guests no matter their taste preferences.
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Butternut squash gnocchi with sausage and sage
A familiar comfort dish in a new place to call home.
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Chipotle mashed sweet potatoes
Canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce bring smoke and a little heat to this quick, sweet/savory side dish. Sliced scallions add brightness.
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Gingerbread and cranberry muffins
Make the batter a day or two ahead, then simply scoop them out in the morning and bake. The deep ginger and molasses flavor sings of Christmas and the tart, sweet cranberries add to the festive flavor.
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Prime rib roast
Prime rib roast is a classic Christmas dinner. Pair it with your favorite side dishes, rolls, and fresh salad.
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Food-related gifts that give back
Here are some last-minute gift ideas that help others in need with every gift you give.
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Sweet tea pecans
A lovely bag of flavored nuts makes a wonderful gift, and they are handy to have around during the busy holidays. This nibble combines the best of the South, abundant pecans and sweet tea.
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Egg nog pie
Egg nog can easily be incorporated into a quick custard pie using ingredients you probably already have on hand.
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A Mayan dinner party for 12.21.12 (+video)
Mayan end-time talk got you down? Forget superstition and learn something about today's Mayan culture with these recipes from the 'Flavors of Belize' cookbook.
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Bacon stuffed mushrooms
Stuffed mushrooms can be prepared ahead of time, up to the baking step, which makes this appetizer a great option for entertaining or potluck parties. Simply prepare the stuffed mushrooms, refrigerate, and bake before serving
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Brighten up with a fresh spinach salad
Baby spinach tossed with grated beets, toasted pecans, tangerine, carrots, and couscous combines sweet, crunchy, and juicy into a "sunburst" salad with vibrant colors.
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Meatless Monday: How to make homemade tofu
The only ingredients are Epsom salt and soy milk. The only equipment you'll need is a stainless steel pot, a couple of wooden spoons, and a piece of cheesecloth.
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The rise of independent cheesemakers
Artisanal cheesemakers represent a new version of an old American dream: people making living doing what they want, where they want, on their own land. An MIT anthropologist looks inside the growing world of do-it-yourself American cheesemakers.
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Orange kissed date pecan bread
Make a loaf of this nutty bread with a hint of citrus this weekend and enjoy it for breakfast all week.
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Chocolate turtle cookies
This "thumbprint" fudgy, nutty cookie with a caramel center is perfect for holiday parties.
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Pasta with chestnuts, pancetta, and sage
Chestnuts are nutty and slightly sweet and pair beautifully with woodsy sage and salty pancetta. Add them all to a thick pasta for hearty and satisfying meal.
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Chocolate-dipped green tea shortbread cookies
Japanese matcha green tea and bittersweet chocolate make these buttery shortbread cookies deliciously decadent, with coffee or tea.
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Holiday appetizer: Goat cheese stuffed dates (+video)
An easy appetizer that tastes delicious, takes only five minutes to make, and can be prepared hours ahead of the party.
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