Category Archives: Holiday

Braised, Melty Fennel with Gruyere and Parmesan

Posted on November 21, 2012 by

How do you make fennel for people who don’t even know they like fennel? That’s the question. Our friend Natalie has the answer, with this flavorful, hearty fennel dish that melts in your mouth. If you’ve never tried fennel – … Continue reading →

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Apple Pie a la Jessica

Posted on November 9, 2012 by

Thanksgiving and apple pie just go together. This apple pie recipe is from our friend Jessica, who learned it from her dad. My favorite part might actually be the extremely flaky crust, which – when combined with some crisp northwest … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Day Turkey Gravy

Posted on November 7, 2012 by

This. Is. The Best. Gravy. Rich, luscious, delicious. We have so many good things to say about this recipe from Cook’s Illustrated. This is the first time we’ve used a mire poix (chopped carrots, onions and celery) and giblets to … Continue reading →

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Brussels Sprouts, Bacon & Caramelized Onion Sliders

Posted on November 6, 2012 by

Brussels sprouts form the sandwich for caramelized onions and bacon in this genius appetizer recipe by Mark Bittman. We started making this in 2009 for Thanksgiving appetizers, and there’s no stopping us now. People are starting to expect them.

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Classic Roast Turkey on the Grill

Posted on November 5, 2012 by

Why grill a turkey on Thanksgiving? Well, first of all, it sounds delicious. (Altho also maybe a little intimidating.) But there’s also the practicality of it. On Thanksgiving day, real estate in the oven is a super hot commodity. So, … Continue reading →

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Shallots and Mushrooms

Posted on November 4, 2012 by

The rich flavors of slow-roasted brussels sprouts and the earthy tones of wild mushrooms mingle with the sweet taste of fried shallots in this lovely Thanksgiving dish. Our dear friend Megan cooked this for us this year, and come to … Continue reading →

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Gruyere and Pumpkin Fondue – Baked IN the Pumpkin

Posted on November 3, 2012 by

Our friend Natalie first made this pumpkin and gruyere appetizer for us a few years ago, from a recipe she found on Epicurious, via Gourmet magazine. We’ve been eating it ever since. Not only is this recipe delicious, it’s genius, … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving – The Practice Version

Posted on November 2, 2012 by

Thanksgiving comes but once a year – it’s sad but it’s true. On the other hand, you have to practice if you want to be perfect. And so: A genius idea was born. This year we gathered some dear friends/hearty … Continue reading →

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Green Apple Pumpkin Galette

Posted on October 5, 2012 by

This apple and pumpkin galette from Sunset Magazine was amazing! Super easy to make, plus it looks beautiful and tastes even better than it looks. We’re probably going to use this for a Thanksgiving dessert, but don’t wait until Thanksgiving … Continue reading →

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Soba Noodles with Eggplant and Mango – Another Ottolenghi Delight

Posted on March 18, 2012 by

Every time we make a recipe from Ottolenghi’s cookbook ‘Plenty’, we are thrilled with how it turns out. The rich smokiness of the eggplant and tofu, the spicy sweet tang of the dressing, and the hearty noodles, all combine to … Continue reading →

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