November / December
1999The Best Sweet Potato Pie
The problem with most sweet potato pies is that they are pumpkin pies in disguis…
Published: November 1999
Cranberry-Orange Sauce
Back-of-the-bag recipes aren't bad, but we found a way to make a dramatic improv…
Published: November 1999
Cranberry Sauce with Pears and Fresh Ginger
Back-of-the-bag recipes aren't bad, but we found a way to make a dramatic improv…
Published: November 1999
Cranberry Sauce with Champagne and Currants
Back-of-the-bag recipes aren't bad, but we found a way to make a dramatic improv…
Published: November 1999
Holiday Potato Casserole with Gouda, Garlic, and Thyme
We wanted a casserole that featured the flavor of potatoes, yet was still rich a…
Published: November 1999
Mexican-Spiced Almonds, Peanuts, and Pumpkin Seeds
We discovered how to get maximum flavor with minimum mess.
Published: November 1999
Warm-Spiced Pecans with Rum Glaze
We discovered how to get maximum flavor with minimum mess.
Published: November 1999
Indian-Spiced Cashews and Pistachios with Currants
We discovered how to get maximum flavor with minimum mess.
Published: November 1999
Grill-Roasted Turkey for Gas Grill
How to take the guesswork out of grill-roasting the holiday bird over charcoal o…
Published: November 1999
Grill-Roasted Turkey for Charcoal Grill
How to take the guesswork out of grill-roasting the holiday bird over charcoal o…
Published: November 1999
Simple Cranberry Sauce
Back-of-the-bag recipes aren't bad, but we found a way to make a dramatic improv…
Published: November 1999
Cranberry-Nut Bread
The proper mixing method and the right combination of leaveners gave us the perf…
Published: November 1999
Thin, Crisp Gingerbread Cookies
Most recipes turn out dough that is best used for building material. Is there a …
Published: November 1999
Ultimate Cream of Tomato Soup
We found a way to make a soup with rich, perfectly balanced tomato flavor and si…
Published: November 1999
Dried Cherry and Stout Sauce with Brown Sugar and Allspice
This sauce goes especially well with ham.
Published: November 1999
How to Prepare Spiral-Sliced Ham
Holiday hams are usually dry and dull. For a moist, juicy, and flavorful ham, ig…
Published: November 1999
Rich and Tender American Dinner Rolls
We improved the texture and flavor of the American dinner roll and updated the s…
Published: November 1999
Mustard Sauce with Vermouth and Thyme
This sauce goes especially well with ham.
Published: November 1999
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