Loaded Scalloped Potatoes Recipe | Epicurious

Step 1 Place a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 375°. Cook 12 oz. bacon (about 12 slices), cut into ¼” pieces, in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until brown and crisp, 6–8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. Step 2 Spoon 3 Tbsp. bacon … Read more

How to Cook a Turkey: The Simplest Method for the Best Bird

You could swap the butter for a neutral oil like canola or safflower if preferred. Whichever fat you choose, follow these proportions to elicit crispy, golden brown skin and juicy meat. 6. Season your turkey (if necessary). If you’ve chosen to brine your bird (via a wet brine or dry brine), you can skip this … Read more

The Simplest Roast Turkey Recipe

Step 1 Remove any feathers and quills with pliers (kosher turkeys tend to require this more than others) from one 14- to 16-lb. turkey, neck and giblets (excluding liver) reserved for turkey giblet stock (if making). Pat turkey dry with paper towels. Step 2 Put oven rack in lower third of oven and preheat oven … Read more

Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad Recipe

We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: Salad is the sleeper hit on any holiday spread, and this crunchy kale and brussels sprouts salad recipe is a shoo-in for annual family favorite. The almonds are toasted in a bit of olive oil, infusing them with extra-savory flavor, while the dressing is made from … Read more

Baked Herbed Stuffing Recipe | Epicurious

Step 1 Position a rack in middle of oven and preheat to 350°. Butter a 3-qt. casserole or 13×9” baking dish and set aside. Step 2 Melt ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter in a 12″ heavy skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add 2 medium yellow onions, finely chopped (about 3 … Read more

Crunchy Pecan Cookies Recipe | Epicurious

It only has six ingredients, but this recipe for lacy pecan cookies yields a big batch perfect for bake sales, potlucks, or impromptu house parties. Combining pecans, sugar, and potato starch in the food processor creates a flavorful base and delicate crumb (all-purpose flour could never, but if you’re in a pinch, cornstarch makes a … Read more

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Step 1 Place racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat oven to 350°. Line two large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper. Step 2 Whisk 1 Tbsp. ground cinnamon, 1½ tsp. ground ginger, 1 tsp. ground nutmeg, and ¾ tsp. ground cloves in a small bowl to make pumpkin pie spice. Whisk 3 … Read more

Sweet Potato Cornbread Recipe | Epicurious

This sweet potato cornbread recipe comes together quickly. After just 12 minutes in the microwave—though it also works with a leftover baked sweet potato (or even canned sweet potato purée)—the tubers emerge soft and steamy, ready to be mashed by hand and whisked into the wet ingredients. If you have trouble finding buttermilk, combine milk … Read more