Some people are good at sports. Some people are amazing artists. My flex? I’m really good at having 5 tubs of sour cream on hand at all times, and enough butter to spread a thousand rolls. 🤣 Read on for all the items I keep in my fridge, pantry, and freezer, plus a long list…
Chunky cranberry sauce lovers, this one’s for you: with a thick and chunky texture and the perfect balance of tart and sweet (well, I think it’s perfect, but the beauty of this recipe is you can customize it to your personal tastes!) This tried-and-true recipe requires only a few ingredients, minimal prep, and under 15 […]
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Making gravy is so simple with this how-to guide! Turkey, chicken, or beef gravy always turns out perfectly flavorful with just a handful of ingredients.
We enjoy soups and stews year-round, but we probably eat soup two to three times per week in fall and…
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Creamy, fluffy, and silky smooth, Swiss meringue buttercream is perhaps the queen of all buttercream frostings. While it takes a little bit more time than your standard American buttercream, the result is rich and buttery frosting that is not cloyingly sweet. Swiss meringue buttercream is made by cooking egg whites with sugar and then beating […]
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We bake a lot around here, and we’ve been through quite a few dishes, pans, mixers, and other things. We’ve…
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This tart and tangy Meyer lemon curd is extra thick (thanks to the extra thickening power of cornstarch), with a smooth and creamy mouthfeel and a perfect balance of tart and sweet. There are few things more satisfying than a classic lemon curd. Whether you use it as cake filling, ice cream flavoring, or morning […]
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You’re all set to bake a batch of your favorite cookies, only to discover that your brown sugar is hard…
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Garlic lovers, are you ready to experience this everyday ingredient in a whole new way? Roasting garlic unlocks a wonderful…
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A BLT is the PERFECT 15 minute dinner for busy nights! Crisp fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes & thick-cut bacon on toast, it is a hearty and delicious lunch or weeknight meal!
Pistachio flour provides a nutty flavor and lovely green color in cakes, cookies, and other baked goods and desserts. Making it from scratch is easier than you’d think: all you need are fresh pistachios (and a little bit of time and patience). Pistachio flour is basically just very finely ground pistachio nuts (sometimes it’s called […]
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These jewel-like candied blood orange slices have a gorgeous, stained glass appearance, making them the perfect decorations for desserts or drinks, and a sweet and chewy texture that makes for a delicious snack all on their own, or (better yet) dipped in dark chocolate. While candying oranges does involve a good chunk of time to […]
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Feuilletine is a pastry chef’s best kept secret, giving professional cakes and pastries that extra something special: a delicate crunch that provides the perfect textural contrast to just about any dessert. Making feuilletine from scratch is surprisingly easy (much easier than spelling it, that’s for sure), and the resulting thin, crispy flakes can be mixed […]
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