Everyone should have a buttercream recipe up their sleeve -- and a little extra to lick from the mixing bowl.
Author: Martha Stewart
Gray sole is a delicately flavored white fish. You can substitute flounder, turbot, or another type of sole.
Author: Martha Stewart
This dessert couldn't be simpler. Unlike many custards, it doesn't require a hot-water bath. Shallow gratin dishes, shown here, allow the rhubarb to spread out and cook evenly. You can also use 4-inch...
Author: Martha Stewart
Roasting halved papayaswith brown sugar and gingerdeepens the fruit's naturalsugars; a dash of cayenneand a squeeze of lime furtherenliven the dish.
Author: Martha Stewart
This warming potato gratin, a great addition to the holiday table, is so simple that you'll want to make it all year long.
Author: Martha Stewart
This lightly sweet, no-mixer-required cake gets a its touch of sophistication from sweetened segmented oranges and strips of zest.
Author: Martha Stewart
Flavors, colors, and textures combine harmoniously in this elegant ice-cream dessert.
Author: Martha Stewart
Serve this brightly colored, layered tortilla pie with salsa and sour cream on the side. You can assemble the pie ahead of time, then bake it just before serving.
Author: Martha Stewart
In this classic layer cake, egg whites serve as a leaven; they also give the mountainous frosting all its loft. Cake flour keeps this fruity dessert light and airy, and fresh raspberries are folded into...
Author: Martha Stewart
Sweet, edible ribbons wrap this cream-cheese frosted two-tiered carrot cake. They're made from thinly sliced carrot strips, cooked in sugar and water until translucent, then gently pressed into the cake's...
Author: Martha Stewart
Don't relegate turkey to the holidays-marinate and grill the breast for a satisfying warm-weather main dish. Boneless, skinless turkey breasts are seasoned with dried basil, oregano, parsley, garlic powder,...
Author: Martha Stewart
The German town of Nuremberg has been famous for its lebkuchen since the late 1300s. The soft, cakey cookies are traditionally made with several spices, candied citrus peel, hazelnuts, and almonds.
Author: Martha Stewart
If you're looking for a hearty one-pot meal for dinner, this is it. Listed as coq au vin in cookbooks and on restaurant menus, this French dish has a name that sounds fancy, but it's simply chicken cooked...
Author: Martha Stewart
This batter is thicker than normal, thanks to the addition of cornmeal. The bubbles that usually indicate when to flip a pancake will not form, so flip when the edges start to set.
Author: Martha Stewart
This shrimp recipe from Emeril Legasse is super simple and comes together easily-the lemon juice and herbs really put it over the top. Serve with corn on the cob, grilled vegetables, or a rice pilaf.
Author: Martha Stewart
This quick-cooking, whole-grain side is good with beef short ribs, grilled chicken, hamburgers.
Author: Martha Stewart
These simple green beans strike the perfect balance between salty and tart. Blanch beans up to a day ahead, then saute just before dinner for a fresh side dish that comes together in a flash.
Author: Martha Stewart
A great dinner for the whole family, this one-pot meal is a smart way to use up any vegetables you probably already have on hand.
Author: Martha Stewart
Our take on the British classic calls for a touch of brown sugar and a combination of whole-wheat and all-purpose flour, creating lightly sweet cookies with the perfect crunchy-tender texture. They make...
Author: Martha Stewart
This jellylike sweet is traditionally flavored with rose water. When pouring the syrup into the cornstarch mixture, be careful not to let the mixture coat the sides of the pan.
Author: Martha Stewart
If giving as gifts, let recipients know to rinse lemons well before using (to remove excess salt) and to use only the rinds.
Author: Martha Stewart
The tops of these brownie-like cookies look as if they've been shattered. Coat the balls of dough thoroughly in confectioners' sugar before they go in the oven. They'll flatten and "crack" on their own...
Author: Martha Stewart
Legend has it that the cherry bounce, a drink popular in the southern United States, was one of George Washington's favorite tipples. It was originally made with brandy, but you can also use bourbon, vodka,...
Author: Anna Kovel
Bring the bistro home with this classic recipe for steak tartare. The key to serving a restaurant-quality appetizer at your kitchen table is two-fold: First, buy the best quality beef tenderloin you can...
Author: Riley Wofford
Sub processed flour with whole grains and you can indulge in bread again -- guilt free.
Author: Martha Stewart
Hearty and healthy, these muffins are packed with grated apples, carrot, coconut, and golden raisins. Pepitas replace the usual walnuts. They're made with half whole-wheat and half all-purpose flour.
Author: Martha Stewart
To stuff your turkey, you'll need 4 cups unbaked stuffing for a 12-pound bird. Stuff it right before roasting and bake remaining stuffing in a 2-quart baking dish.
Author: Martha Stewart
The name of this classic French dessert means "crunch in the mouth"; Make the caramel and assemble the dessert as close to serving time as possible.
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Martha Stewart
Crisp Sugar Snap Peas, lemony Rice Salad, and an arugula garnish offset the richness of this salmon with creamy leek sauce.
Author: Martha Stewart
Adding pears to a traditional roast chicken gives it moisture and a slight sweetness.
Author: Martha Stewart
Our simplified version of the classic layered pastry calls for store-bought phyllo dough.
Author: Martha Stewart
This creamy potato gratin benefits from a subtle blend of spices. Cinnamon, ginger, and cayenne pepper take it from ordinary to out-of-this-world.
Author: Martha Stewart
This is a very tasty sweet glaze for a holiday ham that is already cooked. Apricot and mustard come together for a tasty flavor that's sure to delight all at the dinner table.
Author: Martha Stewart
To make a Southwestern-style salad that's a meal in itself, toss together chicken, rice, beans, and tomatoes with a light, spicy dressing.
Author: Martha Stewart
Why relegate the wilted greens to the side? Here, dollops of tangy goat cheese and a handful of pine nuts conspire to make spinach the star of the show.
Author: Martha Stewart
Mrs. Kostyra used Polish borowik mushrooms in this recipe, but dried porcini work just as well. Martha made this recipe on Cooking School episode 308.
Author: Martha Stewart
Buttermilk keeps these blueberry muffins nice and moist, while a sprinkling of sanding sugar during baking makes them sparkle.
Author: Martha Stewart
Serve these pork chops with our Sauteed Green Apples and Leeks.
Author: Martha Stewart
This rustic French dessert boasts pears cooked in caramel and partnered with crisp puff pastry, and it's baked in a skillet so it goes from kitchen to table with ease.
Author: Martha Stewart
A handful of fresh mint brightens peas and pearl onions, making this dish an ideal side for a rich meal.
Author: Martha Stewart
Serve this steak with White-Cheddar Grits and Collard Greens with Lemon for a meal for four in about an hour.
Author: Martha Stewart
Layer these earthy pancakes with sausage patties and fried eggs for a hearty, crowd-pleasing breakfast. Or go lighter and top with yogurt and fresh fruit. Either way, don't skimp on the maple syrup!
Author: Martha Stewart
Par-boiling and sauteing kale makes it tender and delicious.
Author: Martha Stewart
Many Italian-American families have their own riff on this homey chicken-and-sausage dish: Some add sweet peppers, others white wine. Flour dusted on the chicken thighs helps them brown; it forms a nice...
Author: Greg Lofts
This bubbly and cheesy dish makes for a delicious dinner party side. Serve with Salt and Pepper Crusted Rack of Lamb and Wilted Mustard Greens.
Author: Martha Stewart