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This recipe deviates from a classic milk punch, leaving some of the milk solids in, lending a heavier, silkier feel.

Like eggnog? This punch’s for you.

Ruby port gives this milk punch a bright pink hue.

Heart-healthy coconut oil adds delightfully nutty, aromatic flavor to this creamy, sweet soup. If you can't find harissa to garnish with, drizzle it with hot sauce or sprinkle with a pinch of chili flakes instead.

Finishing chicken thighs in a quick pear and turnip compote creates a rich, sweet and savory sauce.

Firming the beef in the freezer makes it easier to cut.

If you can’t find blanched hazelnuts, simply toast and skin regular ones.

This warm, buttery, pull-apart bread is easy to throw together (just five ingredients) and crazy versatile.

Quick and easy, this eggplant recipe gets a nutty boost from tahini.

“Cabbage is my new favorite vegetable chip—especially sprinkled with toasted caraway and dipped in yogurt.” —Alison Roman, senior associate food editor

“A nice alternative to its fermented cousin; put this on pork chops or fish.” —Brad Leone, test kitchen manager

“I love the grilled cabbage, even if it is just a vehicle for the bacon vinaigrette.” —Dawn Perry, senior food editor

“This hits all the notes of a great slaw: creamy, tangy, and crunchy.” —Claire Saffitz, assistant food editor

In this turkey-spinach meatballs recipe, you brown them under the broiler instead of in the pan. It’s faster, neater, and big-batch friendly.

Some parsnips can have a woody core, which you’ll want to cut away before cooking.

Unlike a heavy béchamel, this streamlined cream sauce won’t mask the earthy-sweet flavor of the greens.

Semi-pearled farro has had some of its outer kernel removed, which allows the starch to release and create a creamy sauce while cooking.

Done well, this should be crunchy, fresh, spicy, sour, and a little bit funky. Taste as you go and adjust as needed.

Serve this over a bed of soft polenta for catching the juices, with a simply dressed salad on the side.

Consider this fiery Korean kimchi jjigae-inspired tofu stew recipe a weekend detox. It’s spicy, clean, and capable of reversing any damage the previous night may have caused.

This julep riff from Bobby Flay tastes fresh and not too sweet.

This versatile oil is a great way to bring heat to just about any dish.