These sweet-tart wings are a hit with both kids and adults. 8 lbs. chicken wings 1 c. fresh lime juice (approximately 8 to 10 limes) 1 c. apricot preserves 1 c. soy sauce 1/...

Rather than boiling beets, most cooks prefer baking them: it’s easier, there’s less mess and they retain more flavor and nutrition. Preheat the oven to 375.If the beets have stems and ...

Aside from pickling, the best-known beet preparation has long been borscht, a soup that originated in Eastern Europe and Russia. It’s particularly associated with Ashkenazi Jews (Jews who liv...

These cheese puffs hail from France’s Burgundy region. They’re a traditional accompaniment to red wine, but make an outstanding pairing with Champagne. tsp. kosher or sea sal...

Champagne pairs deliciously with sweets, especially chocolate. 12 oz. good quality bittersweet or semisweet chocolate 1 c. unsalted butter 9 large egg yolks 6 T. superfine sugar ...

This seafood salad is associated with Christmas, but it’s delicious any time of year. 1 lb. raw, peeled and deveined shrimp, 26-30 count 1 lb. calamari (squid) cleaned and cut into ...

This is bread pudding with an Italian twist. Panettone is a sweet yeast bread that usually contains candied citron and/or raisins. It’s widely available at Christmas in Italian specialty stor...

1 c. butter, softened 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1/2 c. honey 2 eggs 1 c. ground toasted almonds 1/2 c. cocoa 1/2 c. cold coffee 1 tbsp. grated orange peel 2 tsp. baking p...