25 Holiday Mains That Will Become New Family Traditions
These impressive recipes will be the centerpieces of your holiday table for years to come.
Updated Beef Wellington
Culinary triumph awaits: I'll guide you through wrapping beef tenderloin in eart…
Turkey Thigh Confit with Citrus Mustard Sauce
The hands-off, naturally make-ahead confit technique transforms turkey thighs in…
Boneless Rib Roast with Yorkshire Pudding and Jus
We wanted to bring these two classics together in one pan.
Rodney Scott's Holiday Smoked Turkey
Savory smoke—plus a top-notch rub and mop—puts a delicious twist on your celebra…
Duck Breasts with Port Wine–Fig Sauce
Make any celebratory dinner extra-special with this easy recipe for an amazing e…
Porchetta-Style Turkey Breast
Treat turkey the way Italians do pork, and you’ll be rewarded with a stunning, r…
Whole Pot-Roasted Cauliflower With Tomatoes and Olives
Eaten as a hearty side or a light vegetarian main, whole braised cauliflower is …
Braised Lamb Shanks
Fill your kitchen with these supercomforting aromas, and fill your belly with th…
Braciole
Inspired by my nonna's stuffed beef rolls slow-cooked in rich tomato sauce, I se…
Prime Rib and Potatoes
We wanted potatoes with rich, beefy flavor. Would it prove to be as easy as just…
Whole Roast Ducks with Cherry Sauce
Rich and dark inside and out, duck is—as Julia Child once said—“a bird of a diff…
Instant Mashed Potato Gnocchi Al Forno
These tender, plump dumplings are easy to make and delightful to eat.
Pastitsio
A triple-decker composition of tubular pasta, spiced meat sauce, and lush bécham…
Herb-Crusted Beef Tenderloin
While tender, beef tenderloin often lacks flavor. We solved this when we wrapped…
Spiral-Sliced Ham Glazed with Cider-Vinegar Caramel
Our ham is moist and juicy—and every bite benefits from the flavors of the glaze…
Walkaway Ratatouille
The secret to great yet easy ratatouille? Overcook some of the vegetables, barel…
Pomegranate-Glazed Roast Bone-In Leg of Lamb
A roast bone-in leg of lamb makes an impressive centerpiece for your dinner tabl…
Oven-Steamed Fish with Scallions and Ginger
Classic Chinese and French methods produce moist, flavorful steamed fish. We use…
Roasted Beef Chuck with Horseradish-Parsley Sauce
Christmas is a great time to splurge. But do you need to?
Beef en Cocotte with Mushroom Sauce
Cooking beef en cocotte—or casserole roasting—ensures that the beef is tender an…
White Bean and Mushroom Gratin
Once you know the building blocks that create savory depth, you won't miss the m…
Eggplant Involtini
The classic approach to these cheese-filled eggplant rolls—breading and frying—i…
Porchetta
Italy’s rich herb-and-garlic-infused slow-cooked pork is one of the world’s best…
Roasted Whole Side of Salmon
When it comes to serving a crowd, most cooks turn to a large roast or bird. But …
Texas Barbecue Brisket
The challenge: a whole, hulking 12-pound brisket cooked to juicy tenderness comp…