Recipes

Juicy Thanksgiving Turkey

This turkey recipe uses orange wedges and aromatics to add flavor, while a champagne broth works its magic to keep the turkey moist and tender. My grandmother and mother passed this recipe on to me. It changes a little every Thanksgiving, because I’ve never written the recipe down before. But …

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Oven-Roasted Turkey Breast

This turkey breast recipe is easy to make, great for dinner, leftovers, and sandwiches. Adapted for our 2-person household from larger recipes for larger families with larger appetites. Feeling the pressure to roast a whole bird this Thanksgiving? We’re here to tell you that roasting a turkey breast gives you …

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Chef John’s Italian Meatballs

This Italian meatball recipe is very easy to make, and since we skip the messy step of pan-frying the meatballs, it becomes downright simple. Here I use a standard half-beef/half-pork mixture. Once the meatballs are baked, add them to your favorite prepared tomato sauce and simmer for 1 to 2 …

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A Simply Perfect Roast Turkey

This simple roast turkey just like grandma used to make. Seasoned with salt and pepper and basted with turkey stock, the flavors of the turkey really stand out. Stuff with your favorite dressing. Nothing screams “Thanksgiving” quite like a picturesque roast turkey worthy of a Norman Rockwell painting. Believe it …

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Roast Spatchcock Turkey

When you spatchcock a turkey you get the juiciest, crispiest roast turkey cooked in a fraction of the time it usually takes to cook a whole turkey. If you’ve never tried it, spatchcocking is easier than you might think! By removing the backbone and flattening out the bird, you’ll reduce …

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Authentic Louisiana Red Beans and Rice

Authentic Cajun flavor! I grew up in Louisiana and love red beans and rice; these are just like I remember. Serve with hot sauce for a little kick. My family loved to splash a little cider vinegar in each bowl. Looking for a hearty rice dish with a kick? This …

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