Now that one of the biggest food days of the year is behind us, I’m turning to a bevy of winter salads to lighten my caloric load before the next holiday feast. From tangy citrus to crisp endive, our recipes are guaranteed to provide a light and refreshing twist to your next meal.
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Brussels sprouts are one of my favorite winter vegetables. They lend themselves to a variety of preparations like roasting, sautéing, and shredding.
But, they are not everybody’s cup of tea. For some, they are the stuff of nightmares. These controversial cabbages can make your mouth water or your stomach turn. We want you to tell us:
Are Brussels sprouts great greens or vile veggies?
I’m calling a post-holiday resurgence of pies to order. Just because Thanksgiving is long gone and fall has left us with little more than a 40ºF day, doesn’t mean we need neglect the beloved, all-encompassing glory of shareable filled pastry. And you thought you could give your rolling pins and pie hands a rest! The only twist: Rather than a stewed fruit filling, why not invite savory ingredients to participate in the tradition too?
Pies are the perfect blank canvas for showcasing your favorite ingredients. The subtle perfection of classic pastry dough in a Cheddar Cheese and Onion Pie gives ample room for the flavors of sharp, good quality white cheddar and fresh thyme. Try incorporating thyme in your next pie, whether savory or sweet.
Make the most of your CSA basket or a run to the farmers market by using kale, a favorite of mine, in Kale, Butternut Squash and Pancetta Pie. The green’s heartiness stand up to high heat in the oven, while layers of sweet butternut squash balance out pancetta’s salty smokiness. A phyllo dough crust holds it all together.
Another creative crust varietal is biscuit dough, used in Tomato and Corn Pie. The thin biscuit topping is crucial (akin to the wholesome pot pies from your childhood). Lemon mayonnaise tops off tomato, chive, and corn filling, promising each forkful is packed with flavor.
What are some of your favorite savory twists on pies?
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As it gets colder, getting out of bed in the morning becomes more and more difficult. But, a great breakfast can make leaving even the warmest bed worth it. My favorite way to start a chilly day is with a great omelet.
What is your favorite breakfast food?
With cold winter days of hearty stews and comforting soups before us, it’s easy to forget that citrus season is now at its peak. Not Without Salt brightens winter with Grapefruit Salad with Sweet Milk Granita. Brilliant jewels of segmented grapefruit and meyer lemon are tossed with sweet slivered dates and mint to offer a stunningly refreshing flavor. When topped with the sweet milky granita, the flaky vanilla-bean ice crystals will melt into the citrus, taming its tart bite.
From Spiced Brisket to Overnight Oatmeal, cold weather favorites stewed in a slow cooker take little prep and effort to produce a warm winter meal.
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With the winter chill in the air growing colder by the day, now is the best time for warming and comforting soups. With so many delicious options like chicken noodle, split pea, minestrone, French onion, corn chowder, broccoli and cheddar, and potato leek, it’s a good thing winter is just getting started.
What’s your favorite kind of soup?
Celebrate the season’s sweetest and tangiest tastes with our All Things Citrus collection, now available in the Gourmet Live Store.
Warm up this winter with Glazed Duck with Clementine Sauce or opt for lighter fare in the form of Broiled Salmon with Citrus Yogurt Sauce and a side of Lemon-Scented Quinoa. Add a final tangy twist to your meal with a slice of Key Lime Coconut Cake or a spoonful of Candied Kumquats.
Download the free Gourmet Live app then head to the Library to access the Store for our All Things Citrus collection.
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Winter time is not just a wonderland of snow, but of fresh fruits and vegetables too. With cold weather bounties of kale, clementines, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, pears, fennel, persimmons, and beets, winter has plenty of produce to offer.
What’s your favorite winter food?
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With winter getting started and the holiday season in full swing, now is the perfect time to take a break and enjoy a hot beverage. My favorite warm drink is hot chocolate because it’s comforting, relaxing, and keeps you toasty in the cold. But I want to know:
What’s your favorite warm beverage?
