Bluebird Christmas

Apple Cake with Brown-
Sugar Frosting

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A Culinate favorite: apple-filled cake with frosting that tastes like maple-bar icing.

apple galette

Apple Galette

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A fresh take on apple pie.

Apple-Pecan Stuffing

From the book A Cook’s Journey by

Use this traditional stuffing inside a bird or on its own.

Applesauce-Cocoa Cake

From the book Still Life with Menu Cookbook by

If you make this Mollie Katzen cake with chunky homemade applesauce, you will be rewarded.

apricot dumplings

Apricot Dumplings

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Make this dessert when summer’s apricots are at their ripest, and serve with a glass of Riesling.

apricot streusel cake

Apricot Streusel Cake

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Make this cake with summer’s juiciest apricots.

Bacon-Braised Turnip Greens

From the collection

Cornbread with braised greens and hot sauce says “supper” on a cold night.

Basic Scones

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection
boeuf bourguignon

Boeuf à la Bourguignonne

From the book Tender at the Bone by

Ruth Reichl’s beefy recipe requires extra effort — but absolutely is worth it.

Brandied Late Summer Fruit

From the collection
bread pudding with raisins and creme anglaise

Bread Pudding with Lemon and Raisins

From the collection

A classic moist cake-like dessert.

Browned and Braised Brussels Sprouts

From the collection
burnt caramel gelato

Burnt Caramel Gelato

From the book Recipe of the Week: Ice Cream by

A mistake turns into magic with this variation on ice cream.

Butternut Squash Lasagne

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Autumn bliss in a pan: layers of vegetables, sausage and cheese.

Candied Citrus Peel

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Look for citrus with a thick rind to use for this classic candy recipe.

Caramel Apples

From the collection

A rich and fun-to-make seasonal treat.

carrot-pineapple cake

Carrot-Pineapple Cake

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A birthday favorite that’s terrifically sweet and rich.

apricot cherry crisp dessert

Cherry-Apricot Crisp

From the collection

Deborah Madison’s recipe combines stone fruits with an almond topping.

chocolate bundt pound cake

Chocolate Bundt Pound Cake

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A chocolatey take on James Villas’ beloved pound-cake recipe from Saveur.

chocolate crackle cookies

Chocolate Crackle Cookies

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Dusted with powdered sugar, these cookies are both crunchy and chewy.

Chocolate Midnight Fondue

From the book Great Party Fondues by

Peggy Fallon’s “little black dress” of chocolate fondues.

chocolate chip meringues

Chocolate-Chip Meringues

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A sweet and crunchy crowd-pleaser.

cinnamon rolls

Cinnamon Rolls

From the book Caprial’s Desserts by and

You don’t need a special occasion to whip up a batch of these beauties.

hot cocoa

Classic Hot Cocoa

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Good for breakfast, great for a snack.

Classic Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée

From the book Crème Brûlée by

Learn to make the definitive version of this dessert.

corn pudding

Corn Pudding

From the book The Victory Garden Cookbook by

Paired with a green salad, this rich and easy-to-prepare dish is dinner.

cranberry-orange scones

Cranberry Orange Scones

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Another variation on a winning combo (cranberries and orange zest).

cranberry orange tart

Cranberry Orange Tart

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Invite a tart to your holiday table.

Creole Hoppin’ Jean

From the collection

Bryant Terry’s vegan version of the classic New Year’s Day good-luck dish.

Cumin-Crusted Salmon with Citrus Butter

From the book Chanterelle by and

A recipe from New York’s acclaimed Chanterelle.

cranberry rice pudding

Danish Christmas Rice Pudding With Berry Compote

From the book Roast Figs, Sugar Snow by

An almond-studded pudding is the traditional finale to a Christmas Eve dinner.

dinner rolls

Dinner Rolls

From the collection

Easy Creamy Turnip Greens Soup

From the book The Northwest Vegetarian Cookbook by

Debra Daniels-Zeller makes this soup week after week when turnips with greens are at the market.

Ebelskivers (Scandinavian Pancakes)

From the book The Cast Iron Skillet Cookbook by and

Get an ebelskiver pan and make these easy, spherical pancakes.

roast pork loin

Fennel-Stuffed Roast Pork Loin

By , from the Matthew Card collection

Follow our how-to-butterfly steps.

berry tart

Fresh Raspberry Blueberry Tart with a Shortbread Crust

From the book The Cape Cod Table by

This free-form shortbread crust is a perfect start if you are new to pastry-making.

zuni cafe eggs

Fried Eggs in Breadcrumbs

From the book The Zuni Cafe Cookbook by

From ‘The Zuni Cafe Cookbook,’ a versatile basic.

Fried Green Apples

From the Culinate Kitchen collection by

A breakfast treat, good on oatmeal or alongside eggs, bacon, and toast.

german chocolate cake

German Chocolate Cake

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A well-loved, old-fashioned family favorite.

Ginger Cookies

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Serve with poached pears and dulce de leche ice cream for dessert, or call it a snack with a glass of milk.

ginger pecan lemon sandies

Ginger Pecan Lemon Sandies

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Light, delicate shortbread cookies.

gingerbread men

Gingerbread Men

From the collection
gingerbread cake

Gingery Gingerbread

From the book Get Cooking by

From Mollie Katzen’s new book, a spicy year-round cake recipe.

Golden Chicken Stock

By , from the Kelly Myers collection

Grand Central Bakery Pumpkin Bread

From the book The Grand Central Baking Book by and

A favorite recipe from the new Grand Central Baking Book.

sesame green beans

Green Beans with a Sesame Dressing

From the book Everyday Harumi by

Here’s a tasty vegetable dish from the book ‘Everyday Harumi.’

Hazelnut Coffee Cake

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

This nutty, buttery cake comes from Portland’s Pearl Bakery.

hot apple cider

Hot Apple Cider

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A spicy autumn classic, best served in a pumpkin patch.

Hot Dungeness Crab Dip

By , from the Lynne Sampson Curry collection

Rich with crab and cheese, this hearty dip will satisfy even the most ravenous couch potatoes.

hot toddy

Hot Toddy

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A favorite winter beverage made with citrus, honey, and spirits.

italian plum cake

Italian Plum Cake

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A quick and easy cake that both kids and adults appreciate.

Last Word in Nutmeg Muffins

From the book The Breakfast Book by

Irresistible muffins from Marion Cunningham.

lemon curd

Lemon Curd

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Fold this citrusy wonder into whipped cream for an elegant dessert.

lemon pound cake

Lemon Pound Cake

From the book Caprial’s Desserts by and

A favorite old-fashioned dessert from Caprial Pence.

madeleines

Madeleines

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Simple, delicate French tea cakes.

meringues

Meringues

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Marshmallowy or crunchy, these are classic.

Milk-and-Honey Steamer

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A spoonful of honey and a splash of vanilla or almond flavor this steamer.

pumpkin pie

Mom’s Pumpkin Pie

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A classic recipe that’s easy as pie.

Orange Frosted Pumpkin Cake

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A moist and delicious cake with a creamy orange frosting.

chocolate gâteau

Papa Haydn’s Chocolate Gâteau

From the book Deep Dark Chocolate by

Chocolatey heaven on a plate.

Peach and Raspberry Cobbler

From the collection
pear and ginger cake

Pear and Ginger Cake

From the book Bake! by

A delicious fruity, spicy cake from Nick Malgieri’s newest book, ‘Bake!’

Penne with Brussels Sprouts and Bacon

From the collection
perfect brownies

Perfect Brownies

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Exactly halfway between cake and fudge.

persimmon pudding with creme anglaise

Persimmon Pudding

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

The flavor of late fall.

Plum Torte

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Late-summer Italian plums are delicious baked in a cake.

pomegranate and walnut salad

Pomegranate and Walnut Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Pomegranates and walnuts enliven this winter salad.

potato frittata

Potato, Green Onion, and Parmesan Frittata

From the collection

Frittatas make for a delicious — and uncomplicated — supper.

profiteroles

Profiteroles

From the book Barefoot Contessa in Paris by

The original ice-cream sandwich, by Ina Garten.

pumpkin bread

Pumpkin Bread

From the collection

This easy recipe yields two moist loaves of rich, sweet, cake-like quick bread.

Pumpkin Chocolate Cookies

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

One of our favorite cookies, the perfect treat for a Halloween party.

pumpkin gingersnap pie

Pumpkin Gingersnap Pie

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Two twists on classic pumpkin pie: a lighter filling and a crunchy, gingery crust.

pumpkin pecan pie

Pumpkin Pecan Pie

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A pie that blends two classic Thanksgiving flavors.

chocolate-chip cookies

Refrigerator Chocolate Chip Cookies

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

The ultimate delayed-gratification treat.

lamb dinner

Roast Lamb

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection
roasted applesauce

Roasted Applesauce

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Make applesauce the easy way: Roast apples, then run them through a food mill.

Roasted Crab

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Cover the table with newspaper and pass the crackers: It’s a crab feed!

Roasted Green Beans with Roasted Red Peppers and Hazelnuts

From the collection

Everyone will love this full-flavored vegetable dish.

Roasted Sweet Potato and Vanilla Bean Gratin

From the collection

A lovely make-ahead side dish for Thanksgiving.

rum balls

Rum Balls

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Ruth Reznikoff’s Lemon Squares

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Nutty, lemony morsels of deliciousness.

saffron butternut squash risotto

Saffron Risotto with Butternut Squash

From the book Barefoot Contessa Family Style by

An Ina Garten recipe that shines with autumn color and flavor.

salmon with bok choy and shiitake mushrooms

Salmon with Greens and Shiitake Mushrooms

From the book Nigella Bites by

Nigella Lawson’s sexy salmon.

appetizer

Sautéed Peppers with Goat Cheese

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A sweet and tangy appetizer.

Savory Ginger-Spiced Walnuts

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

This easy recipe from Georgeanne Brennan is perfect party food.

semolina almond cake

Semolina Almond Cake

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A light, moist, nut-topped pound cake, redolent with the Mediterranean flavors of citrus and almonds.

shepherd's pie

Shepherd’s Pie

From the book The Adaptable Feast by

Vegetarian and omnivores alike will appreciate this stick-to-your-ribs fare from Ivy Manning.

shrimp scampi

Shrimp Scampi

By , from the Zanne Miller collection

Sparkling Cranberries

From the recipe box Holiday by

Speculaas (Saint Nicholas Cookies)

From the book The Gourmet Cookie Book by

A gift for the gods from ‘The Gourmet Cookie Book,’ circa 1971.

spiced cranberry sauce

Spiced Cranberry Sauce

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Cardamom adds zing to this simple sauce.

spicy oatmeal cranberry cookies

Spicy Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies

By , from the Melissa Lion collection
squash macaroni and cheese

Squash Macaroni and Cheese

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Here’s a good way to incorporate vegetables into a dairy-and-pasta favorite.

sticky toffee pudding

Sticky Toffee Pudding

From the book Sweet! by

A moist cake full of dates and crowned with toffee sauce.

stone-fruit financiers

Stone Fruit Financiers

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Quick, delicious almond cakes topped with fresh seasonal fruit.

apple strudel

Strudel

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Suzanne’s Fudge Bars

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

Craving chocolate? These bars hit the spot!

cornbread

Sweet (or Savory) Cornbread

From the collection

Make this reliably fluffy quick bread as sweet (or not) as you like.

sweet potato pie

Sweet Potato Buttermilk Pie

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection

A delicious alternative to pumpkin pie.

sweet potato pudding

Sweet Potato-Coconut Pudding with Toasted Coconut

By , from the Deborah Madison collection

Use orange-fleshed sweet potatoes for this Deborah Madison recipe.

marmalade

Three-Fruit Marmalade

By , from the Kelly Myers collection

Turn the season’s bounty of citrus into a delicious toast topper.

tiramisu

Tiramisù

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection
toasted pecan gelato

Toasted Pecan Gelato

From the book Recipe of the Week: Ice Cream by

From the book Recipe of the Week: Ice Cream, by Sally Sampson.

turkey broth

Turkey Stock

By , from the Culinate Kitchen collection
turnip and turnip greens soup

Turnip and Turnip Greens Soup

From the book Fresh from the Farmers’ Market by

Seek out turnips from the farmers’ market to make this soup.

Two-Bean Salad

From the Culinate Kitchen collection by

We added ripe cherry tomatoes and plenty of basil to traditional bean salad.

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