The two words “Christmas dinner” evoke memories of happy meals around a large table, with family members not seen all year long. Piles of warm rolls, tender green beans, potatoes dripping with gravy, and the centerpiece ham – my mouth is watering just thinking about it!
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Megan’s love affair with food began with clipping recipes from coupon circulars at a young age and forcing the results on her family. After earning a BA in journalism, she moved to Austin, Texas, and dove headfirst into the world of cooking and blogging about local food. She has worked as a copyeditor for almost ten years, and has contributed to Edible Austin and the international blog Simple Bites. In her spare time she gardens, teaches her son about food, and co-organizes a handmade food swap.
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December 2, 2012 @
Whole Story
Navigating holiday foods doesn’t have to be difficult for those with special dietary needs. With a little planning and preparation, you can create a spectacular meal suitable for many food preferences.
We’ve gathered some of our favorite holiday gluten-free and dairy-free recipes.
Gluten-Free Recipes
December 1, 2012 @
Whole Story
Fresh herbs are a great way to liven up any recipe, from breakfast to dinner, and they certainly make it easy to add a touch of elegance to any meal.
Remember, fresh herbs are highly perishable, so plan to use them soon after purchasing.
Here are a few tips and recipe ideas for making the most of them right away.
November 30, 2012 @
Whole Story
From the traditional latke to tender brisket, the comforting flavors of Hanukkah are an important part of the season. Whether you’re setting your table for a large gathering or just a small meal, here are our suggestions for a delicious Hanukkah.
November 17, 2012 @
Whole Story
Have your chosen your Thanksgiving pie lineup yet? In my estimation, you should have at least a pie per person. Well, maybe that’s going a bit overboard. But when you have so many glorious flavors — from pumpkin and pecan to apple and buttermilk (my family always has cherry) — why pick just one?
Getting Started: The Crust
Pie crust can be daunting even for otherwise experienced bakers. Check out our video tutorial, then get the recipe for Classic Pie Crust: