The brine is all you need for this fantastic bird. While the bourbon seems generous, it will impart a very subtle flavor in the meat once all the water is added. If you want a more intense smoke flavor, add a handful of soaked applewood chips to the grill. For a deeply bronzed, almost mahogany […]
Brining the bird makes the meat incredibly juicy and tender without adding a lot of sodium—it’s the secret trick many turkey pros swear by. Line a plastic tub, large stockpot, or disposable roasting pan with the brining bag before adding the liquid and turkey. If the bird and bag won’t fit in your fridge, nestle […]
Using cheese-filled tortellini as the noodle here adds more flavor than plain pasta; a hint of miso further enriches the broth. You’ll sometimes find miso in your supermarket’s produce section, near the tofu; it might be on the Asian foods aisle on the shelf. For the least expensive option, pick up miso at an Asian […]
Ingredients Popovers: 1 cup fat-free milk 2 large eggs 4.5 ounces all-purpose flour (about 1 cup) 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt Cooking spray 2 tablespoons grated fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese Sauce: 1/2 ounce dried porcini mushrooms 2 cups boiling water 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil 1/3 cup thinly sliced shallots 4 ounces sliced fresh cremini mushroom caps […]
Ingredients 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed 1.13 ounces all-purpose flour (about 1/4 cup) 2 cups 2% reduced-fat milk 1 cup unsalted chicken stock (such as Swanson) 3/4 cup light sour cream 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 2 1/2 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded (about 2/3 cup) 6 center-cut bacon […]
Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil 8 bone-in chicken thighs, skinned 2 cups chopped onion 5 garlic cloves, minced 6 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 3 tablespoons water 3 tablespoons white vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 bay leaf 3 cups hot cooked long-grain rice How to Make It Step 1 Heat oil in […]
Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 1/2 pounds onion, sliced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 (14.1-ounce) package refrigerated pie dough (such as Pillsbury) 1/4 cup (1 ounce) crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese 1/4 cup (1 ounce) shredded reduced-fat Swiss cheese 1 large egg, lightly beaten How to […]
You can serve these with carrot and celery sticks and a bit of light ranch dressing on the side for dipping. Ingredients 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons thinly sliced shallots 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 (6-ounce) can solid white tuna in water, drained and flaked 1 […]
This quick-cooking dish offers a nice balance of savory and sweet tastes. Serve with a side of simple roasted Brussels sprouts for a special meal that’s full of fall flavors. Ingredients 4 (4-ounce) boneless center-cut loin pork chops, trimmed 1/2 cup (2 ounces) crumbled blue cheese 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground […]
Dinner-party elegance in a 20-minute dish? It’s possible, when you start with great ingredients that require little embellishment. Here, we use sea bass, a tender, mild-flavored fish with a lovely buttery quality. There are several sustainable options to choose from (Atlantic black sea bass, for one), so ask your fishmonger to ensure you’re making a […]