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Search Results from November 2012 issue

52 results from Bon Appétit

Parker House Rolls
Recipes
With a top coat of melted butter and a sprinkling of sea salt, these dinner rolls are trophy-worthy.
Classic Turkey Gravy
Recipes
This Thanksgiving essential can be whipped together while the turkey rests.
Simple-Is-Best Stuffing
Easy
Recipes
More than 10 years after its publication, this Thanksgiving classic keeps them coming back for more.
A Simple Turkey Brine
Easy
Recipes
A flavorful brine is the one and only path to truly succulent roast turkey.
Scalloped Potatoes with Caramelized Fennel
Recipes
Braising the fennel and simmering the potatoes in cream before assembling the gratin infuses them with extra flavor.
Pâte Sucrée
Recipes
Adding egg yolks, cream, and sugar transforms a standard crust into something almost cookie-like. Freeze the second crust for later use.
Tuckers
Recipes
Turning a coconut macaroon into a pyramid is a festive way to mix up your holiday cookie plate. One more reason to love this cookie? The dough is as forgiving as play-doh: if your pyramids aren’t just right, roll them back into a ball and start over. Just remember that the trick to making them is to go low and slow—both on the stove-top and in the oven—to prevent the egg whites from scrambling. Baking guru Dorie Greenspan named these triangular pink cookies after designer Gaby Basora’s fashion l …
Herb-Roasted Turkey
Recipes
The combination of sage, thyme, rosemary, and citrus provides a delicious, warming house-filling aroma. 
Boston Brown Bread
Recipes
This dense quickbread is traditionally baked in empty coffee cans.
Mashed Root Vegetables with Bacon Vinaigrette
Recipes
We especially like the combination of parsnips, kohlrabi, and celery root in this bacony mash. Prepare the dish a day ahead to allow the flavors to meld (and save time on Thanksgiving Day).
Brined Roast Turkey Breast with Confit Legs
Recipes
No more dry bird! Goin prepares the breast and legs with distinct cooking techniques, resulting in unbelievable flavor and texture for each part: The breast is brined overnight before roasting, and the legs are cooked in duck fat and left to confit until fall-off-the-bone tender. Ask your butcher to remove the legs and thighs for you.
Braised Brisket
Recipes
Make this brisket a day ahead, then reheat and serve for a no-stress dinner party centerpiece.
Cherry-Almond Granola Bars
Recipes
Sweet, salty, and a little chewy, this almond granola bars recipe comes in handy for breakfast or a midday treat.
Shrimp Saganaki
Quick
Recipes
Saganaki, a traditional Greek preparation named after the pan in which it’s prepared, is best served straight from the skillet, with plenty of toasted bread for scooping up the savory tomato sauce. If you can find them, wild American shrimp and high-quality Greek feta really make this dish special.
Muhammara
Vegan
Recipes
Slather this versatile spread on grilled kebabs, smear it on a sandwich, or serve it as a dip with pita and crudités.
Barley and Kale Salad with Golden Beets and Feta
Recipes
Pack this main dish into single-serving containers the day before travel. The flavor will improve overnight (and sturdy kale won't wilt). We like to keep meals cool with disposable ice packs, which we throw away just before security; the salad will be good for a couple of hours at room temperature. Don't forget the plastic forks!
Spiced Bundt Cake with Apple Caramel Sauce
Recipes
Adding cream of tartar to the caramel prevents the sugar from crystallizing. Drizzle the sauce over the cake; save the rest for passing alongside.
Winter Squash with Spiced Butter
Recipes
Traditional Thanksgiving flavors (winter squash, cinnamon, butter) are given a beautiful Persian accent. The exotic spiced butter is also a treat mixed into couscous.
Creamed Peas and Onions
Recipes
Peas and onions are a classic holiday duo. Relying on frozen ones, along with a quick béchamel, is a smart move on a busy day of cooking.
Celery Root Purée with Toasted Hazelnuts
Easy
Recipes
Celery root and potatoes are a mash made in heaven. Transfer cubed potatoes and celery root to a bowl of water as soon as you cut them to keep them from turning brown.
Does a Bear...?
Recipes
A zippy, low-alcohol cocktail to enjoy during the holiday season.
New England Clam Chowder
Recipes
Channel New England with this rich and warming one-pot clam chowder. If fresh clams are unavailable (or you're running short on time), substitute two 10-ounce cans of baby clams and 6 cups of bottled clam juice. This is part of BA's Best, a collection of our essential recipes.
Cranberry-Orange Relish with Mint
Easy
Recipes
Kick the can and invite this cranberry relish recipe to your next Thanksgiving dinner.
Hearty Greens with Kumquats
Easy