Pots de creme are a classic and luscious French dessert. Translated to “pots of cream,” they are individual ramekins filled with a silken custard, often chocolate. Marvelously French in sensibility, p... more

If you're looking for fun finger food, these twice-baked mini-potatoes are worth the effort. It takes a little time to assemble these potato poppers, but the good news is that they can be prepared wel... more

If you can’t escape to the Caribbean this winter, then bring its spicy heat and tropical flavor to your kitchen. Jamaican jerk cuisine is a method of dry-rubbing or marinating meat in a jerk spice ble... more

I’ve written about the satisfaction of bowl food at this time of year, but there’s another style of food that’s equally comforting in the winter: meatballs. After all, who doesn’t like a good meatball... more

Winter is citrus season, so let these orange-infused cookies snap you out of any seasonal doldrums and brighten your day. This recipe is inspired by a favorite orange olive oil cake that is made with ... more

It would be inaccurate to call this nourishing soup an authentic Vietnamese pho. The essence of pho is a daylong-simmered broth, typically made from beef or chicken bones. A handful of whole spices, s... more

Following the season of rich holiday dinners, it’s refreshing to launch into the new year with bright and steamy Asian soups. Curries, pho and ramen are examples of comforting Asian bowl foods. Swirli... more

A hit of salt is a key ingredient in sugary desserts. As enticing as sweet confections are, an abundance of sugar can be cloying, leaving the palate searching for that extra something to balance the s... more

During this festive season, with its lengthy to-do lists, socializing and houseguests, a simple dinner sandwiched between holiday prep provides a welcome respite. A recipe that’s rustic and easy, with... more

Stuffed mushrooms are timeless, popular appetizers. They make terrific hors d’oeuvres. The fillings vary from luxurious crabmeat or crumbled sausage to melty cheesy and wilted spinach. However, as ric... more

A steaming bowl of nourishing soup is the perfect antidote to a hectic holiday season punctuated by social evenings and heavy meals. At this time of year, it’s also a welcome and efficient way to use ... more

There is a place for salad on the holiday table. With festive feasts that consist of meaty roasts, gooey casseroles and creamy mashes, a fresh and leafy salad is a welcome accompaniment to a celebrato... more

German Apple Cake, or Versunkener Apfelkuchen (sunken apple cake), is an all-day cake that can be enjoyed with coffee, as a dessert or even for breakfast. It’s topped with sliced apples that are sligh... more