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BEEF
Meatloaf en Croûte
When Brigitte and Ricardo have people over, they love to serve dinner family-style. That way everyone can serve themselves and…
APPETIZERS
Leek Bhajis
The tangy cilantro chutney that puts these addictive fritters over the top is so simple, anyone at your party can…
APPLES
Apple, Pecan and Raisin Cake
The multipurpose Empire rules for this pecan- and raisin-studded cake—the apple holds its shape beautifully when baked. Cream cheese frosting,…
CAKES
Caramelized Pear Yule «Log» with Sweet Clover Cream
Ricardo was (just a little) proud when he brought out this masterpiece. A yule log but reimagined—and no rolling involved!…
BEEF
Colombian-Style Empanadas
There’s something soothing about the repetitive motion of folding these crescent-shaped pockets stuffed with seasoned meat. For the ultimate Zen…
BREAKFAST AND BRUNCH
Cream Cheese
When you make your own cream cheese at home, you get a huge payback for very little work. While you…
BREAKFAST AND BRUNCH
Sesame Bagels
Introducing our first-ever bagel recipe! Making them at home is easier than you think, but you’ll need to stay close…