Posts in Holiday meals
Butternut Squash and Sage Risotto

Sweet roasted butternut squash pairs beautifully with earthy sage to make this soulful, comforting risotto. Pureeing and folding in the roasted bulb of squash gives the risotto a rich depth of flavor, creamy texture, and beautiful golden-orange hue.

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Wintry Baby Kale Salad with Maple Vinaigrette

Tender baby kale, crisp red apples, sharp radishes, and nutty toasted pecans come together in a sweet-savory maple vinaigrette to create this simple, colorful salad. Loaded with layers of contrasting flavors and textures, this salad is just hearty enough to be satisfying, yet just light enough not to spoil the rest of the meal.

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Thai Carrot Ginger Soup

So winter is here, and how. What better time to cook up some steaming hot Thai Carrot Ginger Soup? The nice thing about this cold-weather dish is the combination of pungent Thai spices that gives it an extra hit of heat on the way down. We recommend adjusting the flavor while you're stirring so you get exactly the tang and sweetness you want.

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Brandied Fruitcake

This decadent and complex fruitcake layers together sweet, nutty, boozy, and floral flavors to create an addictive treat that tastes like the showstopper of a medieval feast. Want to send your mouth on a dizzying journey that will reconfigure your conception of the limits of flavor? Pair this fruitcake with a thick slice of cambazola blue cheese.

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Crispy Coconut Macaroons with chocolate

Take a bite of these rich coconut macaroons to be whisked away to a tropical paradise. Whipped chickpea liquid holds together sweet coconut flakes to make these moist, delicious cookies. They’re perfectly brown and crispy on the outside and soft and tender in the middle . Add a dark chocolate crust to kick up the decadence another notch.

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Cashew and Coconut "Eggnog"

This plant-based take on the classic holiday drink has all the rich, delicious flavor you love about eggnog. Blended cashews and coconut milk give it a creamy, luxurious texture while cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla add the flavors of the season. Serve it virgin or with your favorite booze!

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Autumn Apple Cider Molasses

Pumpkin spice may get all the glory in the fall, however the humble apple is truly hard to beat. Versatile and comforting like your favorite fuzzy sweater, this sweet-yet-tart cider molasses is autumn in a jar and pairs well with both sweet and savory dishes. Keep it simple or add an extra fall kick with your favorite spices—the choice is yours! Either way, it makes a great topper for pancakes, glaze for roasted vegetables, or base for endless homemade hot ciders. (Photo credit: Emily Anderson)

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Maple-Dijon Roasted Whole Cauliflower with Cider Pan Gravy

A beautifully simple whole-roasted cauliflower takes center stage in this plant-based holiday roast. A sweet and sharp rub of maple syrup and Dijon mustard creates a golden outer crust for the cauliflower as it slowly roasts over a bed of vegetables and apple cider, perfuming your kitchen with the savory aromas of the holidays. The juices from the cooking pan create a rich and silky veggie gravy to serve alongside the roasted cauliflower after it has been elegantly presented and carved tableside. (Photo source: Jared Kent)

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White Bean Casserole with Giant Croutons and Charred Lemon-Scallion Relish

This elegantly rustic casserole hits the spot on a cool night, showcasing how meltingly sweet cabbage, garlic and carrots can become when cooked low and slow, a sweetness highlighted by earthy mushrooms, crispy croutons, and a tart relish.

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