Main Meals that Deliver
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Classic gumbo goes Italian
Is it blasphemy to give hallowed gumbo an Italian makeover? This idea was inspired by a half-full jar of giardiniera in the fridge, and the desire to use this popular Italian staple. more
Desserts to Desire
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Murphy's and Baileys cheesecake Photo
This no-bake cheesecake is drizzled with a stout and sugar syrup. It's both luscious and comforting. more
Pick a side: Dishes that delight
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Authentic Irish fare Photo
Authentic Irish fare goes way beyond Irish-American favorites corned beef and cabbage. more
Appetizers: Let's get it started
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Beyond butternut Photo
Can you say kabocha? It's high time for winter squash, and there's a cornucopia of eye-catching varieties at local grocery stores. more
Soup's on
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Cheatin' chicken soup Photo
Maybe it's cheating to call it soup. But when you can be almost immediately gratified with a steaming bowl of comfort, cheating never sounded so good. more
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Recipe: Squash and parsnip soup Photo
If you watch television cooking shows, you know how ingredients magically appear, pared, chopped and ready for assembly. more
Salads
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Be still, my beet-ing heart salad Photo
Valentine's Day doesn't have to hurt your wallet. This delicious dish delivers on the cheap. more
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Hail Caesar Photo
A lot of times when food writers praise an old-fashioned ingredient such as romaine lettuce, they do it with a hint of condescension. more
Sandwiches, breads & crackers
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A rustic loaf Photo
I grew up in Ireland, and we ate Irish soda bread every day with breakfast, lunch and dinner. Here is a recipe that my family inherited from our cook in Ireland, Mrs. Creagh, and it's the best that I know. more
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Recipe: Currant scones from La Provence in Beverly Hills Photo
Dear SOS: I discovered the best currant scones at La Provence in Beverly Hills. Even the shape is special: free-form and crispy. more
