The dough for these quintessential holiday cookies can be made a day in advance. After baking and cooling, glaze them with simple icing or use thicker royal icing to create fun patterns. Ingredients Directions Step 1 In a small bowl, whisk together the ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, black pepper, and dry mustard. In a large […]
Many home cooks use tamari and soy sauce interchangeably. While similar, production methods differ. Tamari, judged to be richer-tasting and more refined, is made with fermented soybeans while soy sauce is made from soybeans and wheat and is perceived as saltier. Ingredients For the mushrooms: For the vinaigrette and for serving: Directions Step 1 Wipe […]
Essential Mashed Potatoes and Chai Spice Cookies Recipes, Spotlight on Purple Shallot Powder and Chai Spice Blend When I’m planning my Thanksgiving menu, I like a mix of the traditional—the foods everyone clamors for, like mashed potatoes—and the new, like the unexpected taste of chai spice cookies, oversized and indulgent. These two dishes are made […]
Chinese broccoli is a delicious change from American greens. Melissa Wong shared her simple recipe with me. If you can’t find it at your local ethnic markets, feel free to substitute broccoli rabe. Vegetarian versions of oyster sauce are available online or at larger markets. Ingredients Directions Step 1 Soak the gai lan in cold […]
