Posts for November 23rd 2009

Mashed Sweet Potato Recipe 2009-11-23 21:02:07
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Sweet-Potato Purée With Smoked Paprika

From Gourmet Sweet-Potato Purée With Smoked Paprika Information Category Side Dishes, Potato Ingredients3 pounds sweet potatoes 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes and softened 1/3 cup heavy cream 1/4 teaspoon sweet or hot smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste 1/8 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste Directions Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 400°F.
by partysugar
Sweet-Potato Purée With Smoked Paprika

Sweet-Potato Purée With Smoked Paprika

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Side Dishes, Potato
Mashed Sweet Potato Recipe 2009-11-23 21:02:07

Ingredients

3 pounds sweet potatoes
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes and softened
1/3 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon sweet or hot smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/8 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste

Directions

  1. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Prick each potato once with a fork, then bake potatoes in a foil-lined shallow baking pan until tender, about 1 hour.
  3. When cool enough to handle, peel, then cut away any eyes or dark spots.
  4. Purée potatoes with butter, cream, paprika, salt, and cayenne in a food processor until smooth.

Serves 8.


Make Ahead: Purée can be made 1 day ahead and chilled in an airtight container. Reheat in a double boiler or a metal bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water, stirring occasionally.

Easy Braised Kale Thanksgiving Side Recipe 2009-11-23 20:59:47
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Braised Kale

From Food & Wine Braised Kale Information Category Side Dishes, Greens Ingredients1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 4 garlic cloves, very finely chopped 1 1/2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth 3 pounds kale, stems and inner ribs discarded, leaves coarsely chopped Salt and freshly ground pepper Directions In a very large soup pot, heat the olive oil.
by partysugar
Braised Kale

Braised Kale

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Side Dishes, Greens
Easy Braised Kale Thanksgiving Side Recipe 2009-11-23 20:59:47

Ingredients

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, very finely chopped
1 1/2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth
3 pounds kale, stems and inner ribs discarded, leaves coarsely chopped
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Directions

  1. In a very large soup pot, heat the olive oil. Add the garlic and cook over moderately high heat, stirring, just until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  2. Add the chicken stock, then add the kale in large handfuls, letting it wilt slightly before adding more. Season with salt and pepper, cover and cook over moderate heat until the kale is tender, about 5 minutes.
  3. Remove the lid and cook until the liquid has evaporated, about 3 minutes longer. Transfer to a bowl and serve.

Serves 12.


Make Ahead: The braised kale can be covered and refrigerated overnight. Reheat before serving.

Quick and Easy Turkey Breast Thanksgiving Recipe 2009-11-23 20:56:49
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Early Bird Turkey

From Every Day With Rachael Ray Early Bird Turkey Information Category Main Dishes, Poultry IngredientsTwo 2 3/4-pound boneless turkey breast halves with skin on One 2 1/4-pound bone-in turkey thigh 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon pepper 1 lemon, halved crosswise 1/2 cup chicken broth Store-bought cranberry sauce, for serving Directions Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 400°.
by partysugar
Early Bird Turkey

Early Bird Turkey

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Main Dishes, Poultry
Quick and Easy Turkey Breast Thanksgiving Recipe 2009-11-23 20:56:49

Ingredients

Two 2 3/4-pound boneless turkey breast halves with skin on
One 2 1/4-pound bone-in turkey thigh
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon pepper
1 lemon, halved crosswise
1/2 cup chicken broth
Store-bought cranberry sauce, for serving

Directions

  1. Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 400°. Arrange the turkey parts on a rimmed baking sheet, tucking the smaller end of each breast under to make an even thickness. Drizzle with the olive oil and season with the thyme, salt and pepper. Place the lemon halves, cut side down, in the pan. Roast until a meat thermometer inserted in each piece registers 155°, about 55 minutes.
  2. Transfer the turkey parts to a cutting board and tent loosely with foil; let stand for 20 minutes before slicing.
  3. Meanwhile, pour the chicken broth into the baking sheet, scraping up any browned bits. Pour into a microwaveable cup; skim the fat that rises to the surface. Microwave on high power for 1 minute. Serve the turkey pan sauce with the sliced turkey and cranberry sauce.

Serves 8.

Simple and Fast Glazed Carrots Recipe
Thanksgiving

Time to Get the Carrots Glazing

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays; however, eating the same dishes year after year can be a little monotonous, so this Thursday all the classics are getting a modern twist.
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Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays; however, eating the same dishes year after year can be a little monotonous, so this Thursday all the classics are getting a modern twist. Glazed carrots have always been an essential dish for my feast, but I crave more complex flavor. Pomegranate-balsamic glazed carrots fits the ticket perfectly.The sweet glaze combines honey, balsamic vinegar, and pomegranate juice. Topping the dish with fresh mint and a subtle touch of cayenne pepper balances the sweetness. Chopping the carrots requires some attention, but they can be prepped six hours ahead of time. This is a fast side dish and only requires about 20 minutes of cook time. Want a new glaze for your carrots? Then keep reading.

Thanksgiving Tip: Make an Oven Plan

Thanksgiving Tip: Make an Oven Plan

If you are hosting Thanksgiving, it's most likely your oven is going to see a lot of action. To ensure that everything gets cooked, I suggest making an oven plan to keep you organized. Here's how.
Celebrity Chef Art Smith Scores New TLC Show
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Celebrity Chef Art Smith Scores New TLC Show

NBC and Fox aren't the only channels trying to nab a piece of the cooking show pie.
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NBC and Fox aren't the only channels trying to nab a piece of the cooking show pie. So is cable channel TLC. Not only does the lifestyle network boast new programming like Cake Boss and the soon-to-air BBQ Pitmasters, but the channel has just ordered eight episodes of a new 30-minute series, Craving Comfort, starring celebrity chef Art Smith.

Rather than demoing dishes in the traditional cooking show sense, Smith will travel the country in search of America's most satisfying eats. Each show will focus on one particular comfort food, such as fried chicken or apple pie. Craving Comfort will debut in late 2010.

Smith, who owns Table Fifty-Two and was Oprah Winfrey's personal chef for a decade, recently starred in the Bravo series Top Chef Masters. I think David Chang is right in saying that comfort foods will be big in 2010, and that this show will take off. Are you a big enough fan of Art Smith to tune in?

Do You Believe?
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Do You Believe?

Do you believe? The tradition lives on in all of us, and for the little girl in the Macy’s video below, she reminds us to believe in the spirit of the season.
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Do you believe? The tradition lives on in all of us, and for the little girl in the Macy’s video below, she reminds us to believe in the spirit of the season.

Tell us, what do you wish for this holiday season?

Classic Pumpkin Pie Recipe With Pecan Crust
Thanksgiving

On Thanksgiving, Nothing Beats Classic Pumpkin Pie

As much as I love experimenting with alternative pumpkin desserts like pumpkin layer cake and mini baklava pumpkin tarts, sometimes nothing is better than the beloved standby, classic pumpkin pie.
by partysugar

As much as I love experimenting with alternative pumpkin desserts like pumpkin layer cake and mini baklava pumpkin tarts, sometimes nothing is better than the beloved standby, classic pumpkin pie. This year I tried out an old-fashioned style recipe.

The delicious crust is flaked with pecans, and the filling is a mixture of pumpkin puree, molasses, and sour cream. The resulting pie is silky with a rich pumpkin flavor that's not too sweet. Rum-spiked whipped cream is an ideal and necessary topping that takes this pie over the edge. To take a look at the recipe, read more

Spice Up Your Party With Fun and Easy Cocktail Recipes From the Supper Club London!

Spice Up Your Party With Fun and Easy Cocktail Recipes From the Supper Club London!

In this episode of Yum’s Happy Hour, we go behind the scenes at the Supper Club London’s private party to meet with Jason, a mixologist, who will show us how to mix signature cocktails like the Chipotle Pineapple Ricky and the Rye Ginger Cooler.
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In this episode of Yum’s Happy Hour, we go behind the scenes at the Supper Club London’s private party to meet with Jason, a mixologist, who will show us how to mix signature cocktails like the Chipotle Pineapple Ricky and the Rye Ginger Cooler. Supper Club London founder Tamsin Longsdale will give you her tips to make every cocktail menu fun and unique!