Is there a way to make pumpkin pie that has a nice, crisp bottom crust? I don’t mean “not soggy,” I mean crisp. I’ve tried everything—starting in a superhot oven, prechilling the crust before adding filling, even brushing the crust with egg white and letting it dry. Nothing helps. So what’s the secret to crisp […]
Crispy edges, chewy centers, and the spicy aroma of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves take these Jumbo Ginger Molasses Cookies from good to great. The dough comes together quickly, and by using a cookie scoop you’ll have perfect portions for uniform cookies. A quick roll in sugar and press-of-the-glass later, and you’re on your way to […]
A lot of recipes call for wine — “red wine,” “port wine,” “white wine.” what kind do I buy? Must I go to the liquor store or can I get it at the grocery? Are there wine substitutions that can be used in cooking? Red and white wines have flavors different from each other and […]
With their crisp shell and slightly chewy interior, meringue cookies are delicate, melt-in-your-mouth magic.
A flurry of pumpkin desserts crop up each holiday season, each trying to muscle out the mighty pumpkin pie for top billing at the Thanksgiving dessert table. While we wouldn’t try to dethrone a classic, we think these pumpkin streusel bars are a terrific variation on the pumpkin treat theme. A sweet graham-cracker cookie crust […]
It’s squash-and-pumpkin season. I love this simple dish for its seasonal flavor and its bright color. It’s also a great way to make use of any leftover squash purée you might have on hand. If you don’t have any, simply follow our instructions below. I based this recipe on one that we ran back in […]
The legacy of family has the power to unite us even during the holidays, even as we miss those who are missing.
Artist, writer, and the “queen of cozy” Susan Branch creates a real-life world of holiday magic in her Martha’s Vineyard home. Find cozy inspiration in Susan’s 2013 Christmas house tour.
This isn’t the first time I’ve made baked macaroni and cheese when I was in need of a little comfort food, and it definitely won’t be the last. Who can resist the classic combination of noodles and cheese, baked until bubbly and smelling like heaven? Not me. My favorite macaroni and cheese is made with […]
This recipe for Creamy Broccoli-Cheddar Soup is one of my standby dishes, an easy soup that makes everyone in my family happy and tastes like autumn itself. The method is simple: Cook leeks in olive oil and butter, add flour, carrots, and broccoli, then add the stock and simmer until the vegetables are tender. Purée until […]
Our recipe archives are overflowing with recipes for this classic New England dish; here are a few of our favorites for baked beans.
Eastern Connecticut is the witch hazel capital of the world. Why is witch hazel important? 1. Native Americans used witch hazel teas and tinctures to treat cuts and scratches, insect bites, poison ivy, bruises, swelling, and sore gums, among other ailments. 2. Witch hazel extract can speed healing of blisters, cold sores, shaving nicks, and […]
