Chopped Chicken Livers

Rich, earthy chicken livers mixed with sherry, hard-boiled eggs, and lots of black pepper.

Mushroom and Fennel Bread Pudding

Loaded with herbs and pecorino.

Grandma Irma's "California" Brisket

Grandma Irma Zigas shares her special brisket with her grandson Caleb in our Cooking with Grandma video.

Bitter Greens Salad with Caper Vinaigrette

A fresh, crunchy salad dressed in an herby caper vinaigrette.

Watercress-Walnut Dip

A sophisticated starter.

Winter Greens Soup

Hearty yet healthy, this soup showcases the best winter produce.

Roast Turkey with Mushroom Sauce

A classic from Chef Charlie Palmer.

Braised Brussels Sprouts

With sweet shallots and crisp pancetta, Brussels become an instant hit.

Simple Pan Gravy

This pan gravy works in a pinch— even if you haven’t roasted a piece of meat.

Smoked Trout Crostini

Easy but sophisticated finger food.

Buttery Mashed Potatoes

Nothing more than potato, butter, and broth, these mashers are an exercise in restraint.

Cornbread and Oyster Stuffing

So good, it stands on its own.

Acorn Squash with Red Onion and Currants

An autumn dish with a hint of sweet and sour.

Three-Bean Salad

A perennial picnic favorite that’s crunchy, briny, and sweet all at once.

Turkey Posole a la Guerita

A delicious posole in minutes, white-girl style.