It’s become tradition at my house to make new traditions, especially during Rosh Hashana, which begins today at sundown. Unlike the holiday meal for Passover, with its ingredient restrictions, the ...

Some people predicted that this story would be written from prison, where I would be doing time for involuntary manslaughter in the accidental poisoning of one or more dinner guests. That’s the level ...

Instead of a side of plain rice, serve your family this easy rice recipe featuring currants and peanuts. Instead of a side of plain rice, serve your family this easy rice recipe featuring currants and ...

Combine flour, sugar and salt in the bowl of an electric stand mixer. Using the paddle attachment, mix briefly. Cut each stick of butter into 8 pieces, add them to the bowl and mix on low until most ...

In their splendid The Heritage of Spanish Cooking, Alicia Ríos and Lourdes March say that in the Valencian mountain interior, rice dishes are based on the broth of a cocido — a dish of boiled meats.

Hot cross buns are an Easter specialty with a light, enriched crumb that's studded with currants and flavored with a gentle mix of warm spices and a hint of citrus. While some versions are drizzled ...

1. Put rice in a bowl and cover with cold water. Rub rice with your fingertips until the water becomes cloudy with the starch. Strain off water and repeat process three times. Finally, pour off water, ...

These buttery almond cookies, infused with lemon, are simultaneously crisp (from the butter) and chewy (currants), an unusual feat for a cookie. They're made with all-purpose flour and almond flour, ...

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly butter a baking sheet or line with parchment paper. In a large bowl mix together 2 cups flour with sugar and baking powder and salt. 2. Cut butter into cubes; ...

1. In a large bowl that will hold all the ingredients, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Scatter the butter over the flour mixture. Using a pastry blender or two blunt ...