From gathering your guests to planning the menu, here are our top tips for making your holiday cookie swap memorable.
Amy Traverso
This easy and delicious recipe for chocolate crinkle cookies yields a crisp exterior and chewy, brownie-like interior.
Breads
Christmas Stollen
Filled with dried fruit, almonds, and almond paste, fresh-baked stollen makes a delicious gift and an even better Christmas-morning treat.
Rhode Island
Christmas at the Newport Mansions
Experience the magic of Christmas at the Newport Mansions with festive tours of The Elms, The Marble House, and The Breakers.
Have you ever wondered what the Pilgrims ate at the first Thanksgiving? We dig into how similar the menu was to the traditional American Thanksgiving meal.
Cooking Advice
Turkey FAQ | A Thanksgiving Turkey Cheat Sheet
All of your Thanksgiving questions will be answered in the official Yankee Magazine Turkey FAQ. Don’t start Thanksgiving without it!
Cooking Advice
How to Make Easy Pie Crust from Scratch | Steps in Photos
The right amounts of butter, water, flour and salt are all you need to make the perfect easy pie crust from scratch at home. Here’s how in step-by-step photos from Yankee senior food editor Amy Traverso.
Cooking Advice
What Is Brining a Turkey?
Just what is brining a turkey? If you want to ensure a plump, tasty bird, brining is your foolproof solution.
This easy appetizer from food editor Amy Traverso’s book, The Apple Lover’s Cookbook, makes the most of a classic flavor combination.
Cooking Advice
In Praise of Pre-Heating
Preheating your pan prevents food from sticking and ensures a crisp, brown crust. Here’s why.
Breads
How to Make Yeast Rolls
With just a hint of sweetness, this feather-light dinner roll recipe is a baking essential. Learn how to make yeast rolls to serve with dinner tonight.
This recipe for buttermilk–blue cheese potato au gratin combines the rich flavors of blue cheese, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.