Cook once, eat twice. These dishes can be made a day or two ahead, or frozen for an easy dinner later: chili, stews and soups, lasagna, meatballs, braises, curries and casseroles, plus breads and cookies. Make-ahead dips, salads, sauces and desserts are at the end.
How long does it keep? See our storage and freezing guide.
Waikiki Meatballs (Sweet and Sour Pineapple Meatballs)45 min total | 6 servingsGround beef meatballs browned in a skillet and simmered in a sweet and sour pineapple sauce with soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar and green pepper. Serves 6.
Teriyaki Meatballs1 hr 20 min total | 10 servingsA big batch of ground beef meatballs with water chestnuts and ginger, simmered in white wine and broth and finished in a sweet teriyaki-style sauce. Serves 10.
Zippy Beef and Macaroni Casserole1 hr 5 min total | 4 to 6 servingsA family-style casserole of ground beef, elbow macaroni, cream of mushroom soup, ketchup, cheddar and green pepper, topped with crushed potato chips. Serves 4 to 6.
Beef Stew with Onion Soup and Ketchup3 hr 25 min totalSeasoned, floured beef cubes seared and simmered 3 hours with onions, ketchup and Lipton onion soup mix, with potatoes added for the last hour and Kitchen Bouquet for color.
Paul Lynde's Beef Stew6 hr 45 min totalA hands-off oven stew of lean beef with canned carrots, tomatoes, potatoes, onions, peas and green beans, consomme, white wine and tapioca, baked covered at 250°F for 6 to 7 hours.
Sloppy Joes50 min totalClassic barbecued hamburger: browned ground beef simmered with sauteed onions, ketchup, mustard, vinegar, sugar and Worcestershire for half an hour. Serve on buns.
Barbecue Meat Loaf1 hr 10 min totalA simple meat loaf of ground beef, onion, bread crumbs and egg, topped and basted with Open Pit barbecue sauce and baked at 350°F for 1 hour.
Lipton Onion-Mushroom Meat Loaf55 min total | Serves 6A juicy meat loaf of ground beef with Lipton onion-mushroom soup mix, soft bread crumbs, egg, catsup and water, baked at 350°F for 45 minutes. Serves 6.
Meat Loaf with Cheese1 hr 15 min totalA cheesy meat loaf of ground beef with cubes of cheese, bread crumbs, beaten eggs, tomato sauce and garlic, baked at 350°F for 1 hour.
Italian Meat Loaf1 hr 25 min totalAn Italian-style meat loaf of ground beef with soaked bread, onion, parsley and Parmesan, baked, then finished with tomato sauce and oregano. Freezes well before the sauce goes on.
Slow Cooker Pot Roast8 hr 25 min total | 6 servingsA browned chuck roast slow-cooked with carrots, potatoes, onions, garlic and herbs in beef broth until fork-tender, with the juices made into gravy. Serves 6.
Instant Pot Braised Short Ribs1 hr 55 min total | 4 servingsBone-in beef short ribs browned and pressure-cooked in red wine with garlic and tomato until meltingly tender, finished in a glossy reduced sauce. Serves 4.
Slow Cooker Beef and Bean Chili6 hr 20 min total | 8 servingsA thick, hearty chili of browned ground beef, kidney and pinto beans, tomatoes, onion and peppers, slow-cooked with chili powder and cumin. Serves 8.
Texas Smoked Brisket13 hr 30 min total | 12 to 16 servingsA whole packer brisket rubbed with coarse salt and pepper, smoked low and slow over oak or hickory, wrapped in butcher paper and rested until tender. Serves 12 to 16.
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie1 hr 20 min total | 1 (9-inch) pie, 6 servingsA classic double-crust chicken pot pie with tender chicken, carrots, peas and celery in a creamy homemade sauce. Serves 6.
Chicken Casserole with Town House Crackers50 min totalA creamy chicken casserole of cooked chicken in cream of chicken and mushroom soups with sour cream, layered with buttery garlic Town House cracker crumbs.
Grandma's Chicken Noodle Casserole1 hr total | 1 casseroleA vintage comfort-food casserole: pasta and chicken in a creamy sauce of cream of chicken soup, milk and melted cheese, topped with buttery Ritz cracker crumbs and baked 30 minutes.
Crab Cakes with Lemon Remoulade1 hr total | 8 crab cakes, 4 servingsCrab cakes packed with lump crab and just enough crackers and mayonnaise to hold them together, chilled, then pan-fried golden and served with a quick lemon remoulade. Makes 8.
Oven Baked Salmon Croquettes1 hr 55 min total | 8 to 10 croquettesCanned salmon bound with a thick white sauce and corn flake crumbs, chilled, shaped into cones, rolled in more crumbs and baked at 350°F until golden. Makes 8 to 10.
French Onion Soup1 hr 10 min total | 4 crocksAn easy French onion soup of sauteed onions, beef bouillon and Bovril, reduced by half and baked in crocks under toasted French bread and melted mozzarella. Serves 4.
Turkey Vegetable Barley Soup2 hr 20 min total | A large potA hearty soup made from the leftover turkey carcass with onions, carrots, celery and other vegetables plus a vegetable barley soup mix, simmered about 2 hours. Freezes well.
Homemade Chicken Soup2 hr 15 min totalOld-fashioned homemade chicken soup: bone-in chicken simmered for 2 hours with carrots, celery, parsnips, a whole onion and other vegetables.
Vegetarian Split Pea Soup4 hr 20 min totalA hearty vegetarian split pea soup simmered 3 to 4 hours with sauteed onion, garlic, celery, potato and carrots, finished with red wine, thyme, a touch of sesame oil and vinegar.
Minestrone Soup12 hr 35 min total | 8 one-cup servingsA quick minestrone of onion, carrot, celery, cabbage, peas and lima or kidney beans simmered in bouillon and finished with spaghetti sauce. Makes 8 one-cup servings.
Carrot Soup with Ginger50 min totalA smooth, bright carrot soup pureed with onion and fresh ginger, seasoned with cinnamon and finished with a swirl of light cream.
South American Sweet Potato-Cranberry Casserole1 hr 15 min totalLayers of sweet potatoes, apricots, bananas and cranberry sauce baked with a buttery apricot syrup and topped with toasted coconut.
Spiced Squash Casserole1 hr totalMashed winter squash whipped with butter, egg, milk, sugar, flour and warm spices, topped with corn flake crumbs and baked at 350°F for 45 minutes.
Cheese and Spinach Casserole1 hr 15 min total | Serves 4 to 6A custardy bake of cottage cheese, eggs, American cheese, butter and leaf spinach set with a little flour. Serves 4 to 6 as a vegetable or luncheon entree.
Easy Baked Rice Casserole50 min totalA hands-off baked rice of Uncle Ben's rice, onion soup mix, soy sauce, butter and mushrooms in boiling water, baked at 350°F until the liquid is absorbed.
One Egg Banana Bread1 hr total | 1 (9 x 5-inch) loafA quick, moist banana bread made in one small bowl with ripe bananas, one egg, sugar, flour and melted butter, baked at 350°F for 50 minutes. Freezes well.
Sandy's Own Pecan Rolls15 hr 40 min total | 32 rollsRich sour cream yeast rolls rolled with cinnamon sugar and baked over brown sugar, butter and pecans in muffin cups. The dough chills overnight; makes 32 rolls.
Pumpkin Bread1 hr 15 min total | 2 loavesA big-batch spiced pumpkin bread of canned pumpkin, sugar, eggs and margarine with cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and allspice, baked in 2 loaf pans at 375°F for 1 hour.
Refrigerator Bran Muffins45 min total | About 6 quarts of batterA big batch of bran muffin batter, about 6 quarts, made with two kinds of bran cereal and buttermilk, kept in the refrigerator and baked as needed at 400°F for 25 minutes.
Lowell Inn Crescent Rolls2 hr 15 min total | 32 rollsSoft, buttery yeast crescent rolls: a sweet dough risen once, rolled into circles, cut into wedges, rolled into crescents and baked at 400°F. Makes 32 rolls.
Brenda's Swedish Rolls4 hr 5 min totalSoft, slightly sweet yeast rolls of milk, butter, eggs and flour, risen three times for a light texture and baked at 400°F for 20 to 30 minutes.
Cowboy Cookies25 min total | About 5 dozen cookiesCrunchy oatmeal chocolate chip cowboy cookies made with rolled oats, brown and white sugar, shortening and Nestle morsels, baked at 350°F for 10 minutes.
M&M Cookies27 min total | 3 dozen cookiesChewy brown sugar chocolate chip cookies topped with M&M's before baking. Makes 3 dozen.
Sweet and Sour Meatballs2 hr 25 min totalBeef meatballs simmered in a sweet and sour sauce of onions, ketchup and brown sugar. Make them cocktail size or dinner size; they are even better the second day.
Brisket (Yummy and Easy)3 hr 50 min totalA tender holiday brisket browned in the oven, then braised under onions, carrots, celery, mushrooms and potatoes with brown sugar and sherry until fork-soft.
Swedish Meatballs (Köttbullar) with Cream Gravy55 min total | 4 servings (about 30 meatballs)Small, tender beef and pork meatballs seasoned with allspice and white pepper, browned in butter and simmered in a silky cream gravy. Served with mashed potatoes and lingonberries. Serves 4.
Kalops (Swedish Allspice Beef Stew)2 hr 35 min total | 6 servingsA comforting Swedish beef stew of chuck, onions and carrots slowly braised with whole allspice berries and bay leaves until fork-tender. Served with boiled potatoes and pickled beets. Serves 6.
Kåldolmar (Swedish Cabbage Rolls)1 hr 45 min total | 6 servings (about 14 rolls)Tender cabbage leaves wrapped around a beef, pork and rice filling, glazed with golden syrup and butter, baked until caramelized and served with cream sauce and lingonberries. Serves 6.
Kanelbullar (Swedish Cinnamon Buns)2 hr 35 min total | About 24 bunsSoft cardamom-scented yeast buns rolled with cinnamon butter, twisted into knots, topped with pearl sugar and baked until golden. The heart of the Swedish coffee break. Makes about 24.
Kardemummabullar (Swedish Cardamom Buns)2 hr 37 min total | About 16 bunsTwisted Swedish yeast buns filled with cardamom butter and sugar, baked golden and brushed with a light syrup and pearl sugar. Fragrant, buttery and not too sweet. Makes about 16.
Limpa (Swedish Orange Rye Bread)2 hr 50 min total | 2 loavesA soft, slightly sweet Swedish rye bread flavored with orange zest, fennel and anise seeds and a little molasses. Wonderful with butter, cheese or under a shrimp sandwich. Makes 2 loaves.
Italian Meat Balls1 hr 50 min total | About 18 meatballsTender Italian meatballs of ground beef with grated raw potato, egg, Parmesan and oregano, oven-baked on racks and then simmered in sauce for an hour.
Susan's Home-Made Manicotti1 hr 10 min totalManicotti made with thin homemade crepes rolled around a ricotta, egg and Parmesan filling, topped with mozzarella and sauce and baked.
Lasagna55 min total | 1 (13 x 9-inch) panAn easy lasagna layered with spaghetti sauce, lasagna noodles and dabs of ricotta or cottage cheese and mozzarella, topped with Parmesan. Add browned hamburg for meat lasagna.
Texas Chili (Chili con Carne)3 hr 30 min total | 8 servingsTrue Texas red: cubes of beef chuck simmered for hours in a sauce of toasted dried chiles, garlic, cumin and oregano, thickened with masa. No beans. Serves 8.
Beef Enchiladas with Chili Gravy1 hr 10 min total | 6 servings (12 enchiladas)Classic Tex-Mex enchiladas: corn tortillas rolled around seasoned ground beef and Cheddar, smothered in a cumin-spiced chili gravy and baked until bubbling. Serves 6.
Chicken Enchiladas Verdes1 hr 5 min total | 6 servings (12 enchiladas)Corn tortillas filled with shredded chicken and Monterey Jack, covered in a tangy tomatillo salsa verde, baked bubbly and topped with sour cream and cilantro. Serves 6.
Leftover Turkey Tetrazzini1 hr 5 min total | 8 servingsSpaghetti and leftover turkey baked in a creamy mushroom and Parmesan sauce with peas under a golden crumb topping. The best use for the day-after turkey. Serves 8.
Chicken and Sausage Gumbo2 hr 25 min total | 8 servingsA deep, dark-roux Cajun gumbo of chicken thighs, smoked andouille and the holy trinity, simmered with thyme and cayenne and served over rice. Serves 8.
Creole Jambalaya1 hr 10 min total | 6 to 8 servingsA one-pot New Orleans rice dish of andouille, chicken and shrimp cooked with tomatoes, the holy trinity and Creole spices. Serves 6 to 8.
Coq au Vin2 hr total | 6 servingsChicken thighs and drumsticks braised in red wine with bacon, mushrooms and pearl onions until tender, in a rich, glossy sauce. A Burgundy classic. Serves 6.
Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani)2 hr total | 4 to 6 servingsSpiced yogurt-marinated chicken simmered in a velvety tomato, butter and cream sauce with garam masala and fenugreek. Serve with rice and naan. Serves 4 to 6.
Vegan Lasagna with Tofu Ricotta1 hr 45 min total | 8 servingsLayers of lasagna noodles, marinara, a creamy tofu and spinach "ricotta" and plant-based mozzarella, baked until golden. Serves 8.
Vegan Three-Bean Chili1 hr 10 min total | 6 servingsA hearty, smoky chili of kidney, pinto and black beans simmered with tomatoes, peppers, chili powder, cumin and a touch of cocoa, thickened with masa. Serves 6.
Vegan Lentil Sloppy Joes45 min total | 6 sandwichesBrown lentils simmered in a tangy-sweet sauce of tomato, ketchup, mustard and vegan Worcestershire, piled onto soft buns. Makes 6 sandwiches.
Vegan Swedish Meatballs1 hr total | 4 servings (about 24 meatballs)Baked lentil and mushroom meatballs seasoned with allspice and nutmeg, in a creamy brown gravy made with oat milk and soy sauce. Serves 4.
Vegan Cowboy Cookies45 min total | About 30 cookiesBig, chewy oatmeal cookies packed with chocolate chips, coconut and pecans, made with vegan butter and a flax egg. Makes about 30.
Air Fryer Meatballs30 min total | 4 servings (about 20 meatballs)Tender Italian-style beef and pork meatballs with Parmesan, garlic and parsley, browned in the air fryer in 12 minutes. Makes about 20.
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork10 hr 15 min total | 10 servingsPork shoulder rubbed with brown sugar and smoked paprika, slow cooked with onions and cider vinegar until it falls apart, then tossed with barbecue sauce. Serves 10.
Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas8 hr 30 min total | 8 servingsPork shoulder slow cooked with orange, lime, garlic, cumin and oregano, shredded and broiled until crisp at the edges, for tacos and burrito bowls. Serves 8.
Sheet Pan Mini Meatloaves and Potatoes50 min total | 4 servings (8 mini meatloaves)Eight little meatloaves with a sweet and tangy ketchup glaze, roasted on one pan with potatoes and green beans in about 30 minutes. Serves 4.
Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup6 hr 15 min total | 6 servingsChicken simmered all day with tomatoes, black beans, corn, chiles and cumin, shredded and topped with crispy tortilla strips, avocado and lime. Serves 6.
Slow Cooker Beef Barbacoa9 hr 15 min total | 8 servingsChuck roast slow cooked with chipotles in adobo, lime, garlic, cumin and cloves until it shreds into tender, smoky barbacoa for tacos and burrito bowls. Serves 8.
Slow Cooker Pork Chile Verde8 hr 20 min total | 6 servingsChunks of pork shoulder slow cooked in a tangy green sauce of tomatillo salsa verde, green chiles, onion, garlic and cumin. Serves 6.
Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore5 hr 50 min total | 6 servingsChicken thighs braised with tomatoes, peppers, mushrooms, onion, garlic and herbs until tender, Italian hunter style. Serves 6.
Slow Cooker Short Rib Ragu8 hr 25 min total | 6 servingsBone-in short ribs browned and slow cooked in tomato, red wine and aromatics, then shredded into a rich ragu for pappardelle. Serves 6.
Chicken Tikka Masala2 hr 15 min total | 4 servingsYogurt-marinated chicken broiled until charred at the edges, then simmered in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce. Serves 4 with rice and naan.
Goan Fish Curry40 min total | 4 servingsFirm white fish simmered in a tangy coconut curry with tomato, tamarind, chiles and spices, as it is made on India's west coast. Serves 4.
Keema Matar (Spiced Ground Beef and Peas)40 min total | 4 servingsGround beef cooked with onion, ginger, garlic, tomato and warm spices, finished with green peas: an easy weeknight Indian dinner. Serves 4.
Chana Masala40 min total | 4 servingsChickpeas simmered in a tangy, spiced onion and tomato sauce with ginger, garam masala and a squeeze of lemon. Vegan; serves 4.
Dal Tadka (Yellow Lentils)45 min total | 6 servingsYellow lentils simmered until creamy and finished with a sizzling tadka of cumin, garlic, chiles and tomato. Vegan; serves 6.
Spiced Marinated London Broil1 hr 30 min totalLondon broil tenderized, generously seasoned with garlic, onion, seasoned salt and celery salt, glazed with ketchup and vinegar and Worcestershire, and barbecued to taste.
Sweet and Tangy Sauce for Meat Loaf5 min total | About 1 3/4 cupsA sweet and tangy tomato sauce of tomato sauce, brown sugar, wine vinegar, dry mustard, Worcestershire and water, poured over a raw meat loaf before baking.
Chimichurri Sauce30 min total | About 1 cupThe bright Argentine herb sauce for grilled steak: fresh parsley, oregano, garlic, red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar and olive oil. Makes about 1 cup.
Homemade Steak Sauce35 min total | About 2 cupsA tangy, slightly sweet brown steak sauce of tomato, raisins, orange, Worcestershire, vinegar and spices, simmered and blended smooth. Makes about 2 cups.
Party Cheese Snack Spread1 hr 15 min total | About 3 cupsA smooth party spread of Cheddar cheese spread, cream cheese and cottage cheese flavored with orange rind and Sabra liqueur, with crushed pecans. Makes about 3 cups.
Pier 4 Cheese Spread15 min total | About 5 cupsA whipped, fluffy Cheddar cheese spread with cream cheese, butter, white horseradish, Worcestershire and a splash of sherry. A big batch for crackers and gifts. Makes about 5 cups.
Sweet and Sour Vegetable Dip10 min total | About 3 cupsA tangy blender dip of sugar, dry mustard, grated onion, white vinegar and oil, finished with celery seed and paprika, served with raw vegetables. Makes about 3 cups.
Sweet and Sour Cream Cheese Dip10 min total | About 3 cupsA creamy sweet and sour blender dip of cream cheese, light corn syrup, oil, vinegar, lemon juice, dry mustard, onion flakes and celery seed. Makes about 3 cups.
Knorr Vegetable Dip1 hr 5 min total | About 2 cupsThe classic party dip: a pint of sour cream stirred with Knorr vegetable or leek soup mix and minced onion, chilled and served with raw vegetables. Makes about 2 cups.
Cream Cheese Vegetable Dip with Green Olives15 min total | About 2 cupsA creamy vegetable dip of cream cheese and mayonnaise with garlic, onion, minced green olives, thyme, dry mustard and lemon juice. Makes about 2 cups.
Garlic Bleu Cheese Dip10 min total | About 4 cupsA rich, chunky dip of mayonnaise, sour cream, cottage cheese and bleu cheese with garlic and Lawry's-style seasoned salt. Chill and serve with vegetables. Makes about 4 cups.
Cranberry-Herring Dip5 min total | About 3 1/2 cupsA two-ingredient party dip of whole berry cranberry sauce and herring tidbits, chilled and served with crackers. Sweet, tart and briny.
Spinach Dip3 hr 15 min total | About 4 1/2 cupsClassic spinach dip of sour cream and mayonnaise with chopped spinach, Knorr Swiss leek soup mix, scallions, dill and Italian dressing mix, chilled several hours. Makes about 4 1/2 cups.
Crab By Gosh or By Golly15 min total | One 8-inch platterA layered crab appetizer: seasoned cream cheese spread on a plate, topped with crab meat and a jar of cocktail sauce. Serve with crackers.
Hot Clam Dip40 min total | 2 (12 ounce) crocksA baked clam dip of minced clams, crushed Ritz crackers, melted butter, onion and lemon juice, baked at 350°F for 30 minutes and served hot with crackers.
Salmon Mousse4 hr 20 min total | 1 (4 cup) moldA molded salmon mousse of red salmon, mayonnaise, dill, paprika, lemon and whipped heavy cream, set with gelatin in a 4-cup or fish-shaped mold. Chill 4 hours.
Chutney Cheese Dip in a Pineapple24 hr 25 min total | About 3 cupsCream cheese blended with chopped chutney and served in a hollowed-out fresh pineapple, with pineapple cubes and sesame sticks for dipping. Makes about 3 cups.
Marinated Mushrooms and Artichokes24 hr 30 min totalArtichoke hearts and halved fresh mushrooms marinated for at least 24 hours in cider vinegar, oil, garlic, bay, peppercorns, chervil and oregano. Serve with toothpicks.
Buffalo Chicken Dip35 min total | About 4 cupsHot, creamy dip of shredded chicken, cream cheese, Buffalo hot sauce, ranch and Cheddar, baked until bubbly and served with chips and celery. Serves 10.
Seven-Layer Dip20 min total | 12 servingsA party favorite layered in a clear dish: seasoned refried beans, guacamole, sour cream, salsa, Cheddar, black olives and green onions. Serves 12.
Gazpacho with Garlic Croutons2 hr 25 min total | 6 servingsChilled gazpacho of blended tomato puree, green pepper, onion and cucumber with tomato juice, olive oil, vinegar, garlic and cumin, served with garlic croutons and garnishes. Serves 6.
Potato Salad2 hr 10 min totalOld-fashioned potato salad of tender cubed potatoes with grated carrot and onion in a creamy dressing of mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar and water shaken in a jar.
Sandra's Cole Slaw15 min totalA simple cole slaw of shredded cabbage and carrots with chopped onion, dressed with the same creamy mayonnaise dressing as Sandra's potato salad.
Cranberry Orange Relish25 min totalA cooked cranberry relish of fresh cranberries simmered in sugar syrup until most of the berries burst, finished with cinnamon and orange marmalade.
Creamy Coleslaw1 hr 15 min total | 8 servingsCrisp shredded cabbage and carrot in a tangy, creamy dressing of mayonnaise, cider vinegar, a little sugar, Dijon and celery seed. Serves 8.
Russian Dressing5 min total | About 1 1/2 cupsA creamy, tangy Russian dressing of Miracle Whip or mayonnaise, chili sauce, white vinegar, Worcestershire and garlic powder, thinned with water. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.
Bleu Cheese Dressing10 min total | About 1 1/2 quartsA big-batch creamy bleu cheese dressing of mayonnaise, buttermilk and small curd cottage cheese with Worcestershire and garlic, finished with crumbled Roquefort or bleu cheese. Makes about 1 1/2 quarts.
Ranch Dressing10 min total | About 2 cupsHomemade ranch dressing of mayonnaise and buttermilk with fresh chives, parsley, onion and garlic, paprika, salt and pepper. Makes about 2 cups.
Cucumber-Buttermilk Dressing10 min total | About 1 1/2 cupsA light, fresh buttermilk dressing with grated cucumber, green onion, parsley, dill, Dijon mustard and lemon juice. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.
Sweet Tomato-y French Dressing10 min total | About 2 1/2 cupsA sweet and tangy tomato French dressing, similar to Catalina, shaken together from ketchup, oil, sugar, red wine vinegar, minced onion and garlic. Makes about 2 1/2 cups.
Poppy Seed Dressing5 min total | About 1/2 cupA bright lemon and honey poppy seed dressing with Dijon mustard, a pinch of cayenne and a blend of olive and vegetable oils. Makes about 1/2 cup.
Classic New York Cheesecake9 hr 35 min total | 1 (9-inch) cheesecake, 12 servingsA dense, creamy New York-style cheesecake with a graham cracker crust, baked low and slow and cooled gradually to prevent cracks. The steakhouse classic; serves 12.
Chocolate Mousse in a Snap4 hr 30 min total | 1 (10-inch) springformA no-bake chocolate mousse cake: coffee-scented chocolate mousse folded with whipped egg whites and cream in a springform pan lined with ladyfingers. Chill 4 hours.
Cindy's Cheese Cake2 hr 55 min total | 1 (8-inch) cheesecakeA light cheesecake of cream cheese folded with sweetened beaten egg whites in a Zwieback crumb pan, topped with vanilla sour cream and toasted almonds. Best made the day before.
Butter Pecan Turtle Cookies (Bars)42 min total | 1 (9 x 13-inch) pan of barsTurtle bars: a brown sugar shortbread crust topped with pecan halves and a quick butter caramel, baked, then swirled with melted chocolate chips.
Seven Layer Bars45 min total | 1 (9 x 9-inch) pan of 1-inch squaresClassic seven layer bars: graham crumbs, coconut, chocolate and butterscotch chips and walnuts layered over melted butter and baked under sweetened condensed milk.
Easy No-Bake Tiramisu3 hr 15 min total | 1 (8-inch) panA no-bake tiramisu made in about 10 minutes: espresso-dipped ladyfingers layered with a whipped cream and mascarpone filling, dusted with cocoa and chilled.
Homemade Applesauce (Two Ways)45 min total | About 1 quartTwo ways to make McIntosh applesauce: the traditional way, cooked with skins and pressed through a Foley food mill, or the modern way in the microwave with cinnamon red hots.
Chopped Liver40 min totalClassic Jewish chopped liver: chicken livers and onion cooked in schmaltz and chopped by hand or ground with hard-boiled eggs. Never in a blender.
Passover Brownies (with Marble Variation)45 min total | 1 (9 x 9-inch) panFudgy Passover brownies made with matzah cake meal, cocoa, butter, eggs and sugar, with an optional cream cheese swirl for marble brownies.
Passover Granola35 min totalCrunchy Passover granola of matzah farfel, nuts, coconut and raisins baked in butter, oil, brown sugar and cinnamon. Great for breakfast and snacks.
Smoked Salmon Salad with Creamy Sesame Dressing20 min total | 4 servingsMixed greens, radicchio, pea shoots and cherry tomatoes topped with rosettes of smoked salmon and thin lemon slices, served with a creamy roasted sesame dressing. Serves 4.
Gravlax with Mustard-Dill Sauce48 hr 25 min total | 10 to 12 servingsSalmon cured for two days under salt, sugar, white pepper and plenty of dill, sliced paper-thin and served with a sweet mustard-dill sauce. Serves 10 to 12 as a starter.
Pressgurka (Swedish Pickled Cucumber)55 min total | 6 servingsPaper-thin cucumber slices pressed with salt and quickly pickled in a sweet vinegar brine with parsley and white pepper. The classic side for Swedish meatballs. Serves 6.
Simple Sauce for Pasta2 hr 15 min total | About 2 quartsA big-batch pasta sauce: jarred spaghetti sauce slowly simmered for two hours with bacon and onions softened in the bacon fat. Freezes beautifully.
Vanilla Panna Cotta with Berries4 hr 20 min total | 6 servingsSilky Italian cooked cream set with a little gelatin, flavored with vanilla and served with a fresh berry sauce. Make-ahead and elegant. Serves 6.
Turkey Brine16 hr 25 min total | Enough for one 12 to 16 pound turkeyA simple wet brine of salt, brown sugar, orange, peppercorns, bay and rosemary that seasons the turkey all the way through and keeps the breast juicy. For a 12 to 16 pound turkey.
Chopped Herring (Forshmak)4 hr 32 min total | About 2 cupsClassic Ashkenazi chopped herring, also called gehakte herring or forshmak: cured herring pulsed with tart apple, onion, hard-boiled eggs and soaked bread into a coarse spread, then chilled. Makes about 2 cups.
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