This almond cake is delicious as is, but can also be served with a dusting of confectioners’ sugar, whipped cream, or zabaglione. It’s great for breakfast or brunch, as well as dessert.
kosher salt
Lidia Bastianich’s Roasted Guinea Hen with Balsamic Glaze
The blend of balsamic vinegar and honey to baste the guinea hen gives the bird a beautiful mahogany glaze and a delicious sweet-tart taste. These hens make an impressive holiday meal.
Julia Turshen’s Angel Food Bread Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce
Julia Turshen considers baking, packing, and sharing this bread pudding “a tangible way to give back to [her] community.” We consider it the ultimate comfort dessert. Tripled, it feeds 60!
Julia Turshen’s Spicy Tandoori Cauliflower with Minted Yogurt
The yogurt and assertive spice combination give the cauliflower an enormous depth of flavor and a really rich texture. For a complete meal, serve this with white or brown rice, quinoa, or warm flatbread and a platter of sliced cucumbers that you’ve drizzled with lemon juice and sprinkled with salt.
Julia Turshen’s Red Lentil Soup with Coconut + Cilantro
This soup is the easiest (and fastest!) thing ever and so incredibly satisfying, not to mention a very affordable way to serve a crowd.
Bill Yosses’ Flaky Piecrust
You can use this crust to make Bill Yosses’ Maple Apple Tarte Tatin, or any pie or tart you like.