Vanilla Crème Brûlée

Ingredients 1 cup(s) light cream or half-and-half        1 cup(s) heavy or whipping cream 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract 5 large egg yolks 1/3 cup(s) granulated sugar 2 tablespoon(s) dark brown sugar Directions Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Into 13″ by 9″ metal baking pan, pour 3 1/2 cups hot tap water; place in oven. In microwave-safe 2-cup liquid measuring cup, […]

Turkey for Thanksgiving

Ingredients 1 (18 pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets removed 2 cups kosher salt 1/2 cup butter, melted 2 large onions, peeled and chopped 4 carrots, peeled and chopped 4 stalks celery, chopped 2 sprigs fresh thyme 1 bay leaf 1 cup dry white wine Directions Rub the turkey inside and out with the kosher […]

Oven roasted Dill-stuffed trout

Ingredients 1 cup soft bread crumbs 1/2 sweet onion, minced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 cup olive oil, divided salt and pepper to taste 4 trout, cleaned and head removed Directions Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with […]

Hot Spinach Dip

Hot, bubbly, and brimming with spinach, cream cheese, and mozzarella, this vegetarian dip is a heavy hitter as well as a make-ahead favorite. The rich, creamy dip can be assembled through step 2 to three days ahead, then covered and refrigerated. It can also be served as a side dish. Two 10-oz packages of frozen […]