“Your family will think you are AMAZING.” “A straightforward, real deal Cajun gumbo that everyone loved.” “Easy and affordable.” “A keeper!” That’s what folks are saying about this gumbo.

• 2 H
• 2 H, 45 M
• 4

Our very own David Leite shares the recipes behind the drama-drenched Thanksgiving stuffings he grew up with at his family’s Portuguese table.

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• 50

Not entirely unlike the marshmallow-topped sweet potato casserole of your childhood, this “souffle” is ever so slightly more sophisticated with its pecan streusel.

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• 2 H
• 6

We’ve tasted a lot of pasta alla Norma recipes in our day, and we gotta say, after trying this one, we’re calling it quits on our search for the perfect recipe. Because this is it.

• 25 M
• 1 H
• 14

This savory cheesecake is much, much more than just another cheese course. It’s a darn near soul-satiating beginning or ending to your next dinner party.

• Quick Glance
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• 5 H, 25 M
• 2

A traditional Azorean dish that boasts meltingly tender oven-braised beef, potatoes, chouriço, and onions. It’s a rustic, homey, Sunday supper sorta dish from David’s VERY Portuguese mom.

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• 6 H, 30 M
• 4

“Super easy.” “Great with beer.” “Disappear fast.” “Yummy!” That’s what folks are saying about this recipe that’s a little sticky, a little sweet, a little spicy, and incredibly stunning.

• 10 M
• 40 M
• 2

Crackly phyllo that’s crisp as autumn leaves give way to tender wild mushrooms in this simple, sumptuous savory strudel.

• 30 M
• 45 M
• 5

We’ve something of a crush on author Jesse Griffiths and it has (almost) everything to do with his way with venison.

• 20 M
• 30 M
• 4

Layer after layer after layer of perfectly spiced apples. An ever-so-slightly tangy creaminess. And a subtly spiced streusel.

• 45 M
• 3 H, 15 M
• 2

“Wow!” “Amazing!” “What a surprise!” That’s what folks are saying about this lovely quick bread that’s gluten free, dairy free, and paleo friendly. No one will ever tell the difference. Swear.

• 15 M
• 1 H, 30 M
• 8

Crisp, burnished skin and moist, impossibly tender meat can be yours. (Yes, deep-fried turkey IS everything it’s bragged up to be.)

• 1 H
• 3 H, 30 M
• 7

The Martinez cocktail is a classic mix of gin, sweet vermouth, maraschino liqueur, and bitters that creates a perfectly balanced and smoooooooooooooth sip.

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• 5 M
• 5 M
• 1

A simple and elegant way to gussy up your plain old winter squash standby.

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• 15 M
• 1 H
• 0