This recipe elevates the humble carrot by adding the rich, caramelised goodness of roast dates and the nutty crunch of salty pecans; all enveloped in a honey-kissed glaze.
We are in the home stretch for holiday preparations (I need to start wrapping gifts!) and I thought it would be the perfect time to share some easy ideas for a simple Christmas dinner! On Christmas Eve my family usually spends the afternoon at a family friends house for an annual party. When we arrive [...]
Prime Rib Roast For the prime rib you’ll need: 1 prime rib roast to serve about 6 to 8 persons (4 ribs) 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoon dry mustard 2 tablespoon Worcestershire 2 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper Directions: Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. You may French the rib bone ends if you like. This just means taking a knife and cleaning any meat or fat from the bones. You may also prefer to remove any excess fat on the roast. There should not be very much on your roast. Next, in a small mixing bowl, add all the above ingredients for the rub and stir well. Slather on the roast, including the ends. Let it rest covered with wrap in the refrigerator for 1 hour. Put rib roast into roasting pan uncovered and cook at 450 degrees for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 350 degrees F and continue to cook. Your thermometer should read 125 to 135 degrees for medium rare. So continue to monitor your meats temperature. You will not need a rack, as the ribs will create a natural rack and hold the roast up from the rendered fat as it cooks. Time according to the size of the roast. I cook mine for 12 minutes per pound for a medium rare and of course if you like it more rare pull it out earlier. If you like it well done continue to cook longer at about 15 minutes per pound. Baste roast in the rendered fat at least twice while cooking. Using a basting bulb and 2 cup GLASS measuring cup, remove at least 2 cups fat from roaster for the Yorkshire pudding and begin Yorkshire pudding while fat is pipping hot. Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Bacon, Onion and Cheese Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Ingredients: One pound frozen Brussels sprouts 2 tablespoon rendered bacon fat 6 to 8 slices slab bacon, diced 1/4 cup onion, finely diced 2 cloves garlic, minced Finely grated Parmesan cheese to taste. Directions: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Fry the bacon pieces in a skillet until crispy. Drain on paper towels. Set aside. Remove all bacon fat except 2 tablespoons. Slightly defrost sprouts and cut in half. Add sprouts, onions and garlic to the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes. Remove and place in a casserole dish and salt and pepper. Roast 20 to 25 minutes, or until sprouts begin to brown. When Brussels sprouts come out of the oven, add bacon bits and stir. Top with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately. Roasted Carrots in Honey Butter Serves 4 to 6 (to serve more, double recipe) Ingredients: 1 pound fresh carrots (you can use bagged if needed), pealed with ends trimmed to 1/2 inch 1/2 stick real butter, cut up 2 tablespoons honey 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper Directions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a skillet, melt butter on medium high heat. Add carrots and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Add honey and toss gently. Place carrots in a roaster pan and bake at 400 degrees F for 15 to 20 minutes or until caramelized and browned slightly. Buttermilk Garlic Smashed Potatoes Serves 6 (double recipe for more servings) Ingredients: 3 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed 5 to 6 cloves garlic, peeled and minced 3/4 cup buttermilk 1/2 stick real butter 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper Directions: Fill a sauce pan 3/4 of the way with water. Boil potatoes until fork tender, about 15 minutes, Meanwhile, melt butter in a sauce pan and cook garlic until tender. Add buttermilk to garlic and butter and stir. Drain potatoes and add garlic buttermilk mixture to them. Mash to a creamy consistency and season with salt and pepper. Place potatoes in a serving dish and serve hot. English Brown Gravy Ingredients: 2 tablespoons rendered beef fat in roasting pan 2 to 3 tablespoons of AP flour 2 cups beef stock salt and pepper to taste Directions: Remove all but 2 to 3 tablespoons fat from roasting pan. Set roasting pan on stove over medium heat. You may need to use 2 burners depending on the size of your roaster. Simmer and scrape the goodness from the bottom of pan for about 2 minutes. Whisk in flour and cook. Continue to scraping bits from the sides and bottom whole cooking; about 3 minutes. Add stock to pan and bring to a boil, stirring until dark and thickened. Season with salt and pepper. Strain gravy. This is a thinner gravy than we are used to here in America. It is delicious with the potatoes, beef and over the Yorkshire pudding.
Get stuck into these mouth-watering meat-free recipes over the festive season. From traditional favourites to cutting-edge main-course ideas, there's something on this list for every vegetarian to enjoy this Christmas.
This is a beautiful starter for a Holiday meal or simply a side with a nice sandwich at lunch. It has a clean, deep flavor with a little nuttiness from the Madeira wine. If you like mushrooms, like…
An easy stuffed and rolled cookie made easy in the food processor. Filled with Christmas mince, these cookies will fill your home with all the Christmas smells you love. Bake on!
In How to Eat, I had a method for cooking roast duck that involved poaching them on the stove, letting them cool and then roasting them in a hot oven. It worked, giving tender meat and fantastically crisp skin, but I am far happier with this method, which dispenses with any wrangling of ducks in boiling water. I still take a two-stage approach, but it’s all low-effort, if not no-effort, and the result is meltingly soft meat and superb quackling. You need add nothing to the duck as it cooks, as both meat and sauce — an aromatic broth of a gravy — provide all the flavour that’s required. For US cup measures, use the toggle at the top of the ingredients list.
A savory-sweet miso sauce (which you'll also find on Nobu's black cod) is spread on fried halved Japanese eggplants, then broiled to golden perfection.
Die raffinierte Kombination von Hähnchenbrust und fruchtiger Mango wird von Parmaschinken, Sherry und einer leichten Schärfe ergänzt und abgerundet.
Put leftover cheese to good use in our cheeseboard nachos, complete with dollops of chutney and tangy pickled apple. Camembert, strong cheddar, Gruyère and blue cheese all work well
These Sweet and Sour Pomegranate Meatballs feature juicy spiced meatballs covered in a glossy sweet and sour pomegranate sauce served on a bed of buttery pearl barley.
This adaptation of chicken adobo is my favorite way to cook this iconic dish. Adodo sa Gata, or Chicken Adobo with Coconut milk, is a dish worth making. It is creamy, delicious and super easy to make. Just add coconut milk when during cooking.
Italian Scottish fusion Burns Supper. Haggis, and Neeps combine in a creamy whisky sauce but the traditional tatties are swapped out for Gnocchi.
This best-ever Brisket with Apricots and Prunes recipe gets flavor from hot smoked paprika, fresh thyme, tomatoes and more. Get the recipe from Food & Wine.
Česnica is a Serbian bread served on Christmas morning. A silver coin is baked inside and whoever finds it will have good luck.
Korean fusion style bo ssam recipe. It means tender and pull apart slow roasted pork shoulder!
Looking for inspiration to plan a perfect Indian Fusion Holiday Dinner Menu to host family & friends? These recipe ideas are perfect for you!
Includes video instruction for each recipe. Last year my Christmas wish was to spend at least one month in France in the new year, just to enjoy the lifestyle. After ringing in the New Year and di…
'The warm spices and sweet, tangy marinade work brilliantly with lamb and are all rich, comforting flavours that are really familiar to me,' says cook Meliz. 'This roast will make a magical showstopper for the festivities.'
Serve a memorable feast with our festive Christmas dinner ideas—from heartwarming mains to unique sides and desserts, perfect for any holiday gathering.
Is your Christmas dinner table covered with ham or turkey? Make your Christmas unique with these 8 non-traditional dinner ideas.
What’s Christmas dinner without a fancy pants starter?! Especially when it’s this easy! Makes 4 Prep & cook time: 15 mins Ingredients: 125g frozen prawns1 baby lettuce2 tbsp mayo1 t…
Spice up your Christmas feast with new and exciting alternative Christmas dinner recipes for a memorable holiday dinner! With Christmas just around the
All I want for Christmas…is this utterly irresistible Seafood Christmas Platter! Made using Gourmet the Garden lightly dried herbs and cold blended pastes range.
Discover my top 10 Asian Christmas dinner ideas! From Honey Walnut Shrimp to Chicken Karaage, these dishes will make your holiday special.
Christmas dinner recipe ideas. What other ways can you make your Christmas merrier for your friends and family than celebrating it with delicious appetizers and desserts? The best Christmas dinner recipes to surprise your family and guests.
The best Christmas dinner ideas! These festive holiday main dishes are so fun to make for Christmas Eve or Christmas Day dinner - there’s something for everyone!
From holiday ham to roast beef, plan your menu here.
One of my favorite (and certainly healthiest) Christmas food traditions is this salad withpretty little jicama snowflakes. It’s a perfect festive starter for a holiday dinner party or Christm…
The perfect, family favorite Christmas Dinner Menu Recipes. These easy recipes will help you simplify the way you entertain and make your Christmas Menu!
Cook up a delicious vegan feast with Dal Pakwan, a Sindhi delicacy! The specially prepared Chana Dal is served like chaat with Mexican Tostadas. It's a fusion delight that comes together in just 40 minutes! Serve it for breakfast, as a meal, or as a snack!
