The spring thaw unlocks a treasured ingredient. With comforting cinnamon-cardamom notes and a moist texture, this simple treat is the perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea in front of a cozy fire.
Food
Soups, Stews & Chowders
Cold Buttermilk Borscht
This recipe for cold buttermilk borscht is perfect for the first warm days of spring, when local beets are just coming into season. Top with yogurt, crumbled feta, or crème fraîche and extra herbs before serving.
With comforting cinnamon-cardamom notes and a moist texture, this simple parsnip cake filled with maple mascarpone cream is the perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea in front of a cozy fire.
Desserts
Gluten-Free Pie Crust
From chef Cortney Burns comes this gluten-free pie crust recipe that suits both sweet and savory pies.
Main Dishes
Okonomiyaki (Japanese Pancake)
Savory pancake fans will love this Japanese okonomiyaki recipe from Mami in Portland, Maine; made with shredded cabbage, bacon, scallions, shimmery bonito flakes, and a tangy-creamy sauce.
A simple yet tasty blend of salt cod fish and mashed potato, salt cod balls (or salt cod fritters) are a classic New England dish worth rediscovering.
This tasty kale side dish with sweet raisins and toasted sesame seeds from Mary Ann Esposito extracts maximum flavor from a very manageable list of ingredients—something every home cook can appreciate.
Breakfast & Brunch
Apple Cider Pancakes with Walnut Compote
Buttermilk pancakes are a staple at the Inn at Shelburne Farms, but this recipe for rich apple cider pancakes served with a sweet-crunchy walnut compote offers a great opportunity to use some of the region’s finest local products.
Magazine
Outside-In Homemade Burgers
Even though condiments are incorporated into the patties, don’t hesitate to top these homemade burgers with the usual fixings for an even richer flavor.
What are the flavors of Necco Wafers? Turns out they haven’t changed in over a century! Our guide to the 8 Necco flavors is here to help.
In the old days, revelers would go “wassailing” from house to house at Christmastime, where they were rewarded with a warming wassail punch. Here’s a hearty wassail recipe straight from Ireland.
Food
A World of Pancakes
Chefs around New England are cooking up inspired international takes on a favorite comfort food, from an addictive Japanese street-food classic to a fresh take on the Rhode Island johnnycake.