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A
Aioli, 86, 488–89, 559, 567
Airplane Salad, 197, 416
Alaskan Salmon, 38, 93, 183, 239, 262, 423
ale
Arundel, 511
Sausages in Ale, 511
Welsh Rarebit, 365
Al Forno’s Roasted Asparagus, 136, 162–63, 201, 233, 295, 296, 366, 422, 430, 493, 513, 526
Alice Waters’s Baked Goat Cheese with Salad, 106, 115, 181–82
Allegretti Chiffon Cake, 746–47
Almendrados, 160, 186, 440, 707–8
almond(s)
Almendrados, 707–8
Almond and Buttermilk Sorbet, 733–34
Almond Bread Pudding, 804–5
Almond-Carrot Salad, 204
Almond Custard Cake, 741–42
Almond-Lemon Macaroons, 707–8
Almond Paste Filling, 628
Blood Orange, Date, and Parmesan Salad with Almond Oil, 199–200
Bosiljka Marich’s Serbian Torte, 751–52
Brown Sugar Shortbread, 690
Buttery Almond Cakes, 697–99
Buttery French TV Snacks, 711
Chamomile and Almond Cake, 786–87
Cherry Spumoni, 732–33
Chilled Melon Soup with Toasted Almonds, 140
Chocolate Quakes, 702
Classic Financiers, 697–99
Coloradito, 547–48
Cornmeal Biscotti, 696–97
Croq-Télé, 711
English Toffee, 700
Florentines with Ginger, 689–90
Fried Mussels with Almond-Garlic Sauce, 439–40
Frozen Meringue Velvet, 723–24
Fyrstekake, 629–30
Hazelnut Baklava, 706–7
Hazelnut Cheesecake, 753–54
Key Lime Pie, 826–27
Lemon-Almond Butter Cake, 780
Lora Brody’s Chocolate Cherry Torte, 759–60
Lucas Schoormans’s Lemon Tart, 857–58
Macaroons, 681–82
Marjolaine, 766–68
Morning Bread Pudding, 639–40
Moroccan Rice Pudding, 848–49
Ofenschlupfer, 804–5
Pain d’Epices, 667–68
Panforte, 765–66
Prune Filling, 628
Red Mole with Pork, 547–48
Revani Verrias, 788
Romesco Sauce, 610–11
Royal Cake, 629–30
Salted and Deviled Almonds, 51–52
Semolina Cake, 788
Sweet-and-Sour Salmon in Almond Prune Sauce, 431
Traditional Sienese Fruitcake, 765–66
Tuna Salad, 435
Wedding Cake, the Delmonico Receipt, 743–44
White Gazpacho with Almonds and Grapes, 137–38
Almond and Buttermilk Sorbet, 123, 134, 302, 336, 733–34
Almond Bread Pudding, 506, 804–5
Almond Cake, 66, 151, 186, 192, 291, 296, 344, 345, 352, 456, 457, 480, 777–78, 857
Almond-Carrot Salad, 204, 223, 286, 352, 430, 442
Almond Custard Cake, 366, 536, 741–42
almond flour
Buttery Almond Cakes, 697–99
Chocolate Cake with Bay Leaf Syrup, 768–69
Classic Financiers, 697–99
Petit Beurre Cookies, 699–700
Almond Granita, 124, 138, 180, 253, 318, 324, 409, 427, 508, 528, 562, 715, 731–32
Almond-Lemon Macaroons, 160, 186, 440, 707–8, 813
almond paste
Almond Cake, 777–78
Almond Granita, 731–32
Almond Paste Filling, 628
Lora Brody’s Chocolate Cherry Torte, 759–60
Almond Paste Filling, 628
Aloo Kofta, 20, 26, 27, 74–75, 389, 392, 471
amaretti cookies
Almond Granita, 731–32
Amazing Overnight Waffles, 17, 619, 642
Amazon Cake, 119, 444, 779–80
anchovies
Anchovy Canapés, 51
Bagna Cauda, 58–59
Green Goddess Salad, 176–77
Italian Salad, 177
Janson’s Temptation, 278
Königsberger Klopse, 526–27
Lamb Shoulder Chops with Anchovy and Mint Butter, 567–68
Meatballs in Creamy Caper Sauce, 526–27
Open-Faced Tomato Sandwich, 367
Pan Bagnat, 376
Potted Salmon, 388–89
Puntarelle with Anchovies, 194–95
Roman Lamb, 542–43
Salade à la Grecque, 179–80
Salade Niçoise, 178–79
Scandinavian Seafood Salad, 439
Scotch Woodcock, 366
Stuffed Hard-Cooked Eggs, 56
Ventresca Tuna Salad, 426–27
Anchovy Canapés, 21, 24, 51, 52, 54, 61
Angel Food Cake, 316, 483, 742, 787
anise liqueur
Provençal Fish Soup, 141–42
Anita Sheldon’s Torta di Spinaci, 368–69
Ann Seranne’s Rib Roast of Beef, 181, 218, 234, 247, 253, 255, 277, 519–20, 526, 594
antelope
Border Town Hunter’s Stew with Antelope (or Venison), Poblanos, Pumpkin, and Hominy, 571–72
Anton Mosimann’s Braised Brussels Sprouts in Cream, 133, 232, 276, 515, 540, 569
apple(s). See also apple cider; applesauce
Apple, Prune, and Armagnac Tart, 827–28
Apple and Pecan Torte, 750
Apple Crumb Pie, 841
Apple Dumplings, 807
Apple Galette, 843
Apple Snow, 808–9
Apple Tarte Tatin, 837–38
Bolzano Apple Cake, 783
Braised Red Cabbage with Chestnuts, 221–22
Butternut Squash and Cider Soup, 136–37
Cranberry Chutney, 606
Crème Senegalese, 124
Curried Cream of Chicken Soup, 124
Fennel and Apple Salad with Juniper, 190
French Apple Tart, 825–26
Holiday Cranberry Chutney, 608–9
Huguenot Torte, 750
Individual Apple Tarts, 834–35
Laura Goodenough’s Apple Coffee Cake, 631–32
Lee’s Marlborough Tart, 816–17
Madeleine Kamman’s Apple Mousse, 816
Mrs. Hovis’s Hot Upside-Down Apple Pie, 828–29
Olive Oil and Apple Cider Cake, 771–72
Papa’s Apple Pound Cake, 774–75
Red Cabbage Glazed with Maple Syrup, 236
Reuben’s Apple Pancake, 831–32
Sally Darr’s Golden Delicious Apple Tart, 839–40
Tarte aux Pommes, 825–26
Tartelettes aux Pommes Lionel Poilâne, 834–35
Teddie’s Apple Cake, 752–53
Tourtière, 827–28
Winter Fruit Salad, 850
apple(s), dried
Himmelreich, 539–40
Roasted Pork with Apricots, Apples, and Prunes, 539–40
Apple, Prune, and Armagnac Tart, 142, 181, 217, 299, 470, 530, 565, 827–28
Apple and Pecan Torte, 204, 276, 344, 594, 750
apple brandy. See Calvados
apple cider
Apple City World-Champion Baby Back Ribs, 582–83
Butternut Squash and Cider Soup, 136–37
Olive Oil and Apple Cider Cake, 771–72
Apple City World-Champion Baby Back Ribs, 149, 582–83
Apple Crumb Pie, 145, 223, 236, 246, 312, 351, 403, 487, 841
Apple Dumplings, 137, 365, 431, 793, 807, 813
Apple Galette, 24, 66, 107, 133, 186, 192, 204, 224, 227, 254, 286, 329, 349, 442, 457, 461, 481, 508, 529, 539, 573, 793, 843
applesauce
Laggtarta, 750–51
Pancakes Layered with Strawberries, 750–51
Porcini Bread Stuffing, 350–51
Apple Snow, 128, 133, 202, 238, 510, 513, 793, 808–9, 816, 861
Apple Tarte Tatin, 137, 285, 507, 513, 516, 517, 520, 532, 573, 837–38
apricots
Flourless Apricot Honey Soufflé, 846–47
Rosh Hashanah Plum Pie, 838
Winter Fruit Salad, 850
apricots, dried
Cranberry Chutney, 606
Himmelreich, 539–40
Holiday Cranberry Chutney, 608–9
Pain d’Epices, 667–68
Roasted Pork with Apricots, Apples, and Prunes, 539–40
aquavit
Swedish Glögg, 22–23
Arctic Char with Ancho-Shallot Butter, 444
Armagnac. see brandy
Arnaki Araka, 69, 89, 111, 180, 278, 293, 511, 550
Artichauts Vinaigrette, 163, 225–26, 408, 466, 479, 489, 513, 565
artichoke(s)
Artichauts Vinaigrette, 225–26
Artichoke Salad with Anchovy and Capers, 174
Artichokes Croisette, 220–21
Diane Forley’s Arugula Salad with Artichoke, Ricotta Salata, and Pumpkin Seeds, 188
Fried Artichokes Azzurro, 229
Raw Artichoke Salad with Cucumber, 173–74
Shaved Artichoke Salad with Pine Nuts and Parmesan Cheese, 191
artichoke hearts
Mezzaluna Salad, 185
Mrs. Reardy’s Shrimp and Artichoke Casserole, 395–96
Paella, 309–10
Spinach and Artichoke Casserole, 255–56
Artichoke Salad with Anchovy and Capers, 174, 337, 346, 375, 387, 462, 554
Artichokes Croisette, 220–21, 454
arugula
Arugula, Pear, and Gorgonzola Salad, 187
Blood Orange, Date, and Parmesan Salad with Almond Oil, 199–200
Chopped Salad of Romaine, Arugula, Dill, and Lemon, 195
Cremini Mushroom Pasta with Wilted Arugula, Goat Cheese, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 334–35
Decadent Lobster Salad, 440
Diane Forley’s Arugula Salad with Artichoke, Ricotta Salata, and Pumpkin Seeds, 188
Judy Rodgers’s Warm Bread Salad, 198
Mezzaluna Salad, 185
Roast Chicken with Bread Salad, 467–68
Tomato, Fig, Goat Cheese, Basil, and Olive Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette, 199
Wok-Seared Spicy Calamari Salad, 443
Arugula, Pear, and Gorgonzola Salad, 187
Arundel, 56, 511
Asian Slaw, 552
asparagus
Al Forno’s Roasted Asparagus, 233
Asparagus alla Fontina, 222
Asparagus and Bulgur with Preserved-Lemon Dressing, 190
Asparagus Mimosa, 258–59
Asparagus Rolls, 365–66
Asparagus Salad, 214
Asparagus with Miso Butter, 259–60
Butter-Braised Asparagus and Oyster Mushrooms with Peas and Tarragon, 262–63
Cassolette of Morels, Fiddleheads, and Asparagus, 231
Fresh Morel, Asparagus, and Sweet Pea Risotto, 327–28
Jean Yves Legarve’s Spaghetti with Lemon and Asparagus Sauce, 319
Le Cirque’s Spaghetti Primavera, 314–16
Omelet with Asparagus, 624
Pointe d’Asperge, 212–13
Sautéed Asparagus with Fleur de Sel, 241
Asparagus alla Fontina, 174, 189, 222, 244, 374, 556
Asparagus and Bulgur with Preserved-Lemon Dressing, 190, 203, 295, 387, 510, 610
Asparagus Mimosa, 258–59, 345, 395, 550
Asparagus Rolls, 365–66
Asparagus Salad, 214, 273, 387, 392, 470, 804
Asparagus with Miso Butter, 183, 259–60, 423, 441, 469
Astor House Rolls, 108, 109, 160, 652–53
Astoria Cocktail, 18, 51, 52, 61, 81, 83, 92
avocado(s)
Avocado and Beet Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette, 193
Avocado Sandowsky, 54
Char-Grilled Tuna with Toasted Corn Vinaigrette and Avocado Salad, 410–11
Cucumber, Tomato, and Avocado Soup, 119–20
Grilled Beef, 581
Grilled Onion Guacamole, 71
Guacamole Tostadas, 67–68
A Loose Interpretation of Cobb Salad, 193–94
El Parian’s Carne Asada, 581
Roast Chicken Salad, 492–93
Tortilla Soup, 131
Zucchini Carpaccio with Avocado, 261–62
Avocado and Beet Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette, 193, 410, 430
Avocado Sandowsky, 21, 54, 57, 90
Aztec Hot Chocolate Pudding, 181, 230, 253, 484, 603, 855
B
Baci di Ricotta, 185, 256, 300, 338, 343, 466, 524, 543, 558, 852
bacon. See also pancetta
Bacon Explosion, 583
Bacon Potato Puffs, 276–77
Black Bean Soup with Salsa and Jalapeño Corn-Bread Muffins, 129–30
Blue Cheese Cheesecake, 61–62
Boeuf Bourguignon II, 516–17
Breakfast Pizza, 646–47
Cabbage and Potato Gratin with Mustard Bread Crumbs, 298–99
Calamari Ripieni, 402–3
Caramelized Bacon, 93
Chickpea, Sparerib, and Chorizo Stew, 578–79
Clambake in a Pot, 422–23
Cocido, 578–79
Corn Chowder with Bacon and Cream, 149
Dijon and Cognac Beef Stew, 560–61
Gigi Salad, 184
Hoppin’ John, 298
Iceberg Lettuce with Smoked Bacon and Buttermilk Dressing, 200–201
Light Potato Salad, 301
Madame Mouriere’s Cassoulet, 530–32
Manhattan Clam Chowder with Hake and Chorizo, 158
Oliver Clark’s Meat Loaf, 554–55
Oyster Chowder, 159
Paul Steindler’s Cabbage Soup, 124–25
Pizza with Caramelized Onions, Figs, Bacon, and Blue Cheese, 376–78
Pork Burgers, 566–67
Pumpkin, Sage, Chestnut, and Bacon Risotto, 348–49
Red Cabbage Glazed with Maple Syrup, 236
Roast Quail with Sage Dressing, 453
Scrambled Eggs with Toast and Bacon, 638–39
Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Pine Nuts, 235–36
Shrimp, Bacon, and Green Bean Salad, 184
Stuffed Squid, 402–3
Wallace Seawell’s Spinach Salad, 180–81
Bacon Explosion, 583, 584
Bacon Potato Puffs, 276–77, 521
Bademiya’s Justly Famous Bombay Chile-and-Cilantro Chicken, 26, 27, 247, 253, 260, 291, 357, 389, 471
Bagna Cauda, 58–59, 326, 329, 335, 345, 453, 556, 558, 571
Baked Alaska, 184, 415, 721
baked beans
Boston Baked Beans, 274
Baked Chickpeas, 293, 428
Baked Flounder, 148, 250, 366, 388, 401–2
Baked Goan Fish with Fresh Green Chile Chutney, 438–39
Baked Mushrooms, 209, 212, 296, 352, 536, 546, 561, 577
Baked or Shirred Eggs, 627
Baked Tart Shell, 830
Baked Zucchini with Herbs and Tomatoes, 149, 173, 250–51, 325, 329, 543, 562
bake sale items, 878
baklava
Hazelnut Baklava, 706–7
Balducci’s Tiramisù, 156, 177, 188, 229, 317, 321, 338, 342, 459, 524, 558, 830–31
banana(s)
Banana Cream Pie, 863–64
Banana Meringue Steamed Custard, 812
Banana Tea Bread, 655
Crème Senegalese, 124
Curried Cream of Chicken Soup, 124
Honey-Orange Smoothie, 29
Banana Cream Pie, 159, 175, 394, 512, 524, 863–64
Banana Meringue Steamed Custard, 200, 297, 812
Banana Tea Bread, 655
barbecue menus, 878
Barbecue Sauce, 596
barley
Barley Risotto, 327
Coconut Barley Pilaf with Corn, Chicken, and Cashews, 358
Creamy Farro and Chickpea Soup, 143
Scotch Broth, 116–17
Barley Risotto, 148, 215, 246, 327, 403, 444, 453, 546, 566, 568
Basic Corn Chowder, 149, 186, 219, 250, 322, 367, 408, 412, 440
Basic Rub for Barbecue, 551, 583
basil
Corn and Yellow Tomato Risotto with Shrimp, 328–29
Fettuccine with Lobster and Herbs, 353
Fish Steamed over Vegetables and Fresh Herbs, 434–35
Green Tomato Pizza, 371–72
Hanoi Beef Soup, 144–45
Ice-Cold Tomatoes with Basil, 234
Last-of-the-Summer Pesto, 614
Lorane Schiff’s Pesto Genovese, 311
Malaysian-Inspired Pork Stew with Traditional Garnishes, 552–53
Marinated Flank Steak with Asian Slaw, 552
Mi Quang, 349–50
Orzo with Pine Nuts and Basil, 325
Pasta, Green Beans, and Potatoes with Pesto, 331
Pasta with Bones, 332–33
Pho Bo, 144–45
Pierre Franey’s Pasta with Clams, 347
Potato Salad with Shaved Ricotta Salata and Green Sauce, 299
Rice Noodles with Shrimp, Herbs, and Fried Pork Rinds, 349–50
Spring Lamb Salad with Pea Shoots and Sugar Snap Peas, 580–81
Trenette, Fagiolini, e Patate al Pesto, 331
Watercress and Basil Soup, 152–53
The Way Life Should Be, 353
Zucchini with Crème Fraîche Pesto, 250
Basmati Rice with Coconut Milk and Ginger, 67, 339, 452, 553
Basque Tuna Soup, 132
bass. See sea bass; striped bass
Baumkuchentorte, 525, 747–48, 750
beans. See specific types of beans
bean sprouts
Hanoi Beef Soup, 144–45
Mi Quang, 349–50
Pad Thai–Style Rice Salad, 357–58
Pho Bo, 144–45
Rice Noodles with Shrimp, Herbs, and Fried Pork Rinds, 349–50
beef
Ann Seranne’s Rib Roast of Beef, 519–20
Apple City World-Champion Baby Back Ribs, 582–83
Beef, Potato, and Onion Stew, 506
Beef Satay with Peanut Sauce, 66–67
Bobotie, 532
Boeuf Bourguignon I, 516
Boeuf Bourguignon II, 516–17
Brisket in Sweet-and-Sour Sauce, 565–66
Broiled Steak with Oysters, 511–12
Carbonnades à la Flamande, 515
Center-Ring Strip Steak Marinated in Scotch Whiskey, 536
Chickpea, Sparerib, and Chorizo Stew, 578–79
Choresh Qormeh Sabzi, 533
Cleo’s Daddy’s Barbecued Ribs, 529
Cocido, 578–79
Cold Beef with Tarragon Vinaigrette, 534
Crispy Chickpeas with Ground Meat, 558
Dijon and Cognac Beef Stew, 560–61
Eisenhower’s Steak in the Fire, 512
Filet de Boeuf Rôti with Sauce Bordelaise, 528–29
Flemish Beef and Onion Stew, 515
Green Herb Stew, 533
Grilled Beef, 581
Grilled Hanger Steak, 551–52
Hanoi Beef Soup, 144–45
Hunan Beef with Cumin, 575
Italian Beef Stew with Rosemary, 522
Königsberger Klopse, 526–27
Lasagna, 342
Marinated Flank Steak with Asian Slaw, 552
Matt’s Whole Brisket with Tomato Gravy, 572–73
Meat and Spinach Loaf, 524
Meatballs in Creamy Caper Sauce, 526–27
New York Strip Steak with Horseradish-Mint Glaze, 566
Oliver Clark’s Meat Loaf, 554–55
Orange-Braised Short Ribs with Fennel and Oregano, 544–45
El Parian’s Carne Asada, 581
Pho Bo, 144–45
Polpette alla Romana, 527–28
Rib-Eye Steaks with Peppered Cranberry Marmalade and Swiss Chard, 562–64
Rigatoni with White Bolognese, 344–45
Roast Fillet of Beef with Sauce Bordelaise, 528–29
Roman-Style Meatballs, 527–28
Rosa de la Garza’s Dry Chili, 521
Shaking Beef, 569–70
Shepherd’s Pie with Curried Meat, 534–35
Short Ribs with Coffee and Chiles, 579
Spanish Fricco, 506
Spicy New England Pot Roast, 523
Steak au Poivre, 573
T-Bone Steak with 6666 Soppin’ Sauce, 539
Thai Beef Salad, 543
‘21’ Club Hamburger, 536–37
Winter Borscht, 142–43
Beef, Potato, and Onion Stew, 506
beef bones
Okra Soup with Beef (and Oysters), 109–10
Roasted Bone Marrow and Parsley Salad, 201–2
Vietnamese-Style Beef Stock, 144
Beef Satay with Peanut Sauce, 27, 66–67, 74, 124, 140, 553, 555
beer. See also ale; stout
Border Town Hunter’s Stew with Antelope (or Venison), Poblanos, Pumpkin, and Hominy, 571–72
Carbonnades à la Flamande, 515
Drunken Beans, 287
Flemish Beef and Onion Stew, 515
Fried Mussels with Almond-Garlic Sauce, 439–40
Veal Shanks with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, 540–41
Beer-Can Chicken, 28, 123, 145, 146, 161, 199, 261, 272, 275, 357, 473–74
beet(s)
Avocado and Beet Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette, 193
Beet and Ginger Soup with Cucumber, 150–51
Beets in Lime Cream, 230
Beet Tartare, 240
Beet Tzatziki, 89
Chiffonade Salad, 173
Diane Vreeland’s Salade Parisienne, 192
Florida Beets, 216
Green Lentils with Roasted Beets and Preserved Lemon, 289–90
Potato Salad with Beets, 270–71
Salmon and Beet Tartare, 420
Slow-Roasted Duck, 475–76
Winter Borscht, 142–43
Beet and Ginger Soup with Cucumber, 150–51, 152, 322, 418, 438, 452, 494, 534
Beets in Lime Cream, 130, 230, 414, 484, 569, 576
Beet Tartare, 240, 395
Beet Tzatziki, 34, 56, 68, 89, 511, 550, 567
bell peppers. See also roasted bell peppers
Basque Tuna Soup, 132
Carolina Chicken Bog, 491–92
Catalan Vegetable Paella, 323–24
Chow-Chow, 593–94
Cucumber Risotto with Yellow Peppers and Herbs, 331–32
Ed Giobbi’s Sweet Red Pepper Sauce for Pasta, 318
Eggplant Gratin with Saffron Custard, 242
Fish Soup with Vegetables, 122–23
Fish Steamed over Vegetables and Fresh Herbs, 434–35
Green Gazpacho, 160–61
Green Pepper Salad, 172–73
Jonathan Waxman’s Red Pepper Pancakes, 228
Maida Heatter’s Cuban Black Beans and Rice, 281–82
Málaga Gazpacho, 112–13
Marmitako, 132
Oliver Clark’s Meat Loaf, 554–55
Paul Prudhomme’s Cajun-Style Gumbo, 125–27
Poivrons Verts Farcis, 223–24
Rabbit Soup with Garlic, Peppers, and Chorizo, 152
Ratatouille with Butternut Squash, 258
Salade à la Grecque, 179–80
Salade Niçoise, 178–79
Sea Scallops with Sweet Red Peppers and Zucchini, 409
Shrimp Creole, 397
Sliced Green Tomato Pickles, 598
Soupe de Poisson Jardinière, 122–23
Spaghetti with Fried Eggs and Roasted Peppers, 339–40
Stuffed Green Peppers, 223–24
Sweet-and-Spicy Pepper Stew, 247–48
Thomas Keller’s Gazpacho, 146–47
Veal Goulash with Spaetzle, 525
Yellow Pepper Soup with Paprika Mousse, 147
Bel Paese cheese
Conchiglie al Forno with Mushrooms and Radicchio, 325–26
The Best Spinach Dip, with Chipotle and Lime, 21, 24, 35, 54, 90, 417, 432, 672, 865
beverages, 2–45. See also cocktail(s); cordials; punch; specific beverages
recipes by category, 7–8
Bill Granger’s Scrambled Eggs, 17, 21, 619, 640
Billi-Bi au Safran, 125, 283, 513
Billionaire Cocktail, 40, 52, 83, 92
birthday party menus for kids, 877
biscotti
Cornmeal Biscotti, 696–97
Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti, 694–95
biscuits
Old South Buttermilk Biscuits, 655–56
Sage Biscuits, 668
bisques
Lobster Bisque I, 108–9
Lobster Bisque II, 159–60
Bittersweet Chocolate Semifreddo, 134, 152, 249, 314, 375, 554, 727
black beans. See also fermented black beans
Black Bean Soup with Salsa and Jalapeño Corn-Bread Muffins, 129–30
Four-Bean Salad, 278–79
Grilled Beef, 581
Maida Heatter’s Cuban Black Beans and Rice, 281–82
El Parian’s Carne Asada, 581
Pumpkin–Black Bean Soup, 128–29
Black Bean Soup with Salsa and Jalapeño Corn-Bread Muffins, 68, 71, 129–30, 230, 484
blackberries
Blackberry Brandy, 11
Blackberry Ice Cream with Candied Lemon Zest, 729
Blueberry or Blackberry Filling with Lemon Curd, 856
Fresh Raspberry (or Blackberry or Blueberry) Flummery, 824–25
Judson Grill’s Berry Clafoutis with Crème Fraîche, 844
Summer Pudding, 847
Blackberry Brandy, 11
Blackberry Ice Cream with Candied Lemon Zest, 729
black-eyed peas, dried
Hoppin’ John, 298
blackfish
Fish Soup with Vegetables, 122–23
Soupe de Poisson Jardinière, 122–23
Black Forest Cake, 222, 482, 511, 515, 754–55
black olives
Braised Ligurian Chicken, 491
Fish Steamed over Vegetables and Fresh Herbs, 434–35
Guacamole Tostadas, 67–68
Hot Penne with Chilled Tomato Sauce and Charred Tuna, 322
’ino’s Tuna with Black Olive Pesto Panini, 373–74
Mediterranean Lentil Salad with Lemon-Thyme Vinaigrette, 288
Pan Bagnat, 376
Ratatouille Niçoise, 219–20
Salade à la Grecque, 179–80
Salade Niçoise, 178–79
Seared Loin Lamb Chops with Olives and Soft Polenta, 556
Spicy Orange Salad Moroccan-Style, 181
Tomato, Fig, Goat Cheese, Basil, and Olive Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette, 199
Black-Skillet Okra, 257–58, 275
Blanquette of Veal, 317, 508–9
Blender Corn Pudding, 279–80, 409
Blender Eggnog, 44
blini
Buckwheat Blini with Crème Fraîche and Caviar, 81–82
Blood Orange, Date, and Parmesan Salad with Almond Oil, 33, 199–200, 424, 431, 482, 493, 558
Bloody Mary, 21, 624, 638, 642
Bloody Paradise, 30–31
blueberries
Blueberry Ice Cream, 726
Blueberry or Blackberry Filling with Lemon Curd, 856
Blueberry Pie with a Lattice Top, 853–55
Delft Blue Cocktail, 43
Fresh Blueberry Buckle, 815
Fresh Raspberry (or Blackberry or Blueberry) Flummery, 824–25
Fruit or Berry Tart, 829–30
Jordan Marsh’s Blueberry Muffins, 635–36
Maida’s Blueberry Crumb Cake, 632
Rosemary-Feta Salad, 186
Tarte aux Fruits, 829–30
Blueberry Ice Cream, 159, 162, 271, 275, 483, 700, 726
Blueberry or Blackberry Filling with Lemon Curd, 856
Blueberry Pie with a Lattice Top, 227, 376, 394, 399, 423, 493, 555, 568, 853–55
blue cheese. See also Gorgonzola cheese
Anchovy Canapés, 51
Blue Cheese Cheesecake, 61–62
Blue Cheese Dip, 54–55
Blue Cheese Dressing, 464–65
Pistachio-Honey Rolls Stuffed with Blue Cheese, 666
The Spice Boys’ Cheese Ball, 79
Watermelon and Tomato Salad, 197–98
Blue Cheese Cheesecake, 9, 31, 61–62, 171, 179
Blue Cheese Dip, 21, 34, 54, 54–55, 57, 67, 72, 90, 181
Blue Cheese Dressing, 464–65
bluefish
Bouillabaisse, 390–91
Bobotie, 532
Boeuf Bourguignon I, 56, 58, 70, 197, 217, 237, 285, 371, 506, 516
Boeuf Bourguignon II, 56, 58, 285, 516–17
Boiled Eggs, 644
Bolzano Apple Cake, 59, 143, 198, 232, 237, 247, 300, 326, 462, 536, 544, 783
Bombay Curry, 318, 349, 452
The Bone, 34–35, 64, 83, 93, 399, 465
Bordeaux Jelly, 593
Border Town Hunter’s Stew with Antelope (or Venison), Poblanos, Pumpkin, and Hominy, 248, 287, 571–72
Bosiljka Marich’s Serbian Torte, 143, 187, 312, 742, 751–52
Boston Baked Beans, 192, 274, 275, 291, 551
Boston Brown Bread, 656
bouillabaisse
Bouillabaisse, 294, 390–91, 422
Chicken Bouillabaisse, 488–89
Gilbert Le Coze’s Bouillabaisse, 406–7
bourbon
Bourbon Pecan Pie, 842
Eggnog, 22
Mint Julep, 24–25
Patsy’s Bourbon Slush, 32–33
Whiskey Cake, 784–85
Bourbon Pecan Pie, 301, 473, 492, 548, 551, 842
Braised Duck Legs with Pinot Noir Sauce, 182, 190, 222, 235, 371, 481–82
Braised Lamb Shoulder with Sheep’s-Milk Cavatelli, 570–71
Braised Ligurian Chicken, 128, 227, 300, 403, 491
Braised Red Cabbage with Chestnuts, 221–22, 482, 515, 525
Braised Stuffed Breast of Veal, 70, 107, 217, 558–59, 594
Brandade, 433
Brandied Peaches, 298, 483, 599–600, 804
brandy. See also Calvados; grappa
Apple, Prune, and Armagnac Tart, 827–28
Balducci’s Tiramisù, 830–31
Blackberry Brandy, 11
Blender Eggnog, 44
Boeuf Bourguignon I, 516
Boeuf Bourguignon II, 516–17
Bordeaux Jelly, 593
Braised Lamb Shoulder with Sheep’s-Milk Cavatelli, 570–71
Brandied Peaches, 599–600
Brandy (or Sherry) and Milk, 13
Champagne Cup, 14–15
Claret Cup, 12
Crepes Suzette, 821–22
Delicious Milk Punch, 10–11
Dick Taeuber’s Cordial Pie, 817–19
Dijon and Cognac Beef Stew, 560–61
Eggnog, 22
Ginger Cordial, 10
Grapefruit Fluff, 809
Holiday Punch, 32
James Beard’s Champagne Punch, 28–29
Kir Royale 38, 28
Madeleine Kamman’s Apple Mousse, 816
Nicky Finn, 19
The Normandy, 43
Park Avenue Cocktail, 19
Plum Fritters, 865–66
Porcini Bread Stuffing, 350–51
Sangria, 23
Singapore Sling, 23–24
Steak au Poivre, 573
Tom and Jerry, 32
Tourtière, 827–28
Brandy (or Sherry) and Milk, 13
branzino
Oven-Roasted Branzino with Hazelnut Picada, 441–42
bread, 648–71. See also biscuits; bread pudding; buns; calzone(s); crostini; croutons; muffins; pizza; quick breads; rolls; sandwiches; toast(s); yeast breads
recipes by category, 651
Cherry and Coconut Brown Betty, 806–7
Corn Bread Stuffing, 312
Crostini Romani, 77
Crumpets, 654–55
Judy Rodgers’s Warm Bread Salad, 198
Maida Heatter’s Preheated-Oven Popovers, 657
Old-Fashioned Bread and Chocolate Rolls, 664–65
Pan con Tomate, 91–92
Petits Pains au Chocolat à l’Ancienne, 664–65
Porcini Bread Stuffing, 350–51
Raisin Pecan Bread, 668–69
Rusks, 652
Sophie Grigson’s Parmesan Cake, 69–70
Wild Mushroom Stuffing, 337, 474
Bread-and-Butter Pickles, 587, 600
Breaded Chicken Breasts with Parmesan Cheese, 157, 175, 221, 227, 245, 336, 465–66
Breaded Veal Milan-Style, 151, 153, 172, 185, 188, 311, 523–24
bread pudding
Almond Bread Pudding, 804–5
Caramelized Chocolate Bread Pudding, 852–53
Delicate Bread Pudding, 798
Leek and Shiitake Bread Pudding, 244–45
Morning Bread Pudding, 639–40
Ofenschlupfer, 804–5
Queen of Puddings, 866
Savory Bread Pudding, 242–43
breakfast dishes, 616–47
recipes by category, 620
breakfast menus, 874
Breakfast Pizza, 646–47
“Breakfast” Shrimp and Grits, 21, 641–42
Breton Butter Cake, 11, 24, 131, 176, 222, 243, 263, 466, 558, 777
Brie Butter with Fresh Bread, 605–6, 659
Brie cheese
Brie Butter with Fresh Bread, 605–6
Brie with Herbs in Bread, 69
Potato, Shiitake, and Brie Gratin, 285–86
Brie with Herbs in Bread, 16, 37, 63, 69, 118, 179, 185, 194, 197
Brine-Cured Pork Chops, 129, 232, 236, 258, 271, 275, 330, 569
Brined and Roasted Pork Belly, 130, 137, 199, 202, 216, 357, 556–57
Brioche, 653–54
Brisket in Sweet-and-Sour Sauce, 565–66
broad beans
Garden Minestrone, 118–19
broccoli
Broccoli Puree with Ginger, 253
Le Cirque’s Spaghetti Primavera, 314–16
Spaghettini with Vegetables and Pepper Vodka Sauce, 320–21
Broccoli Puree with Ginger, 204, 253, 285, 444, 487, 566
Broccoli Rabe Oshitashi, 203, 262, 441
Broiled Lamb Chops, 221, 257, 277, 299, 514
Broiled Lamb Leg Chops on Eggplant Planks with Mint-Yogurt Sauce, 64, 72, 121, 180, 226, 244, 352, 549–50
Broiled Steak with Oysters, 175, 176, 214, 215, 216, 271, 511–12
Brown Butter Peach Bars, 108, 292, 424, 710–11
Brownies, 69, 146, 184, 197, 279, 285, 292, 320, 493, 583, 684–85
Brown Sugar Ice Cream, 212, 342, 721–22
Brown Sugar Shortbread, 117, 262, 535, 690
brunch dishes, 616–47
recipes by category, 620
brunch menus, 874–75
Brussels sprouts
Anton Mosimann’s Braised Brussels Sprouts in Cream, 232
Brussels Sprouts “Slaw” with Mustard Butter, 253–54
Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Pine Nuts, 235–36
Brussels Sprouts “Slaw” with Mustard Butter, 137, 253–54, 297, 487
Buckwheat Blini with Crème Fraîche and Caviar, 32, 81–82
Buckwheat Cookies, 702–3
bulgur
Asparagus and Bulgur with Preserved-Lemon Dressing, 190
Bulgur Salad with Pomegranate Dressing and Toasted Nuts, 263, 354
buns. See also rolls
Hot Cross Buns, 654
butter(s). See also ghee
Arctic Char with Ancho-Shallot Butter, 444
Asparagus with Miso Butter, 259–60
Brie Butter with Fresh Bread, 605–6
Brussels Sprouts “Slaw” with Mustard Butter, 253–54
Homemade Butter and Buttermilk, 613–14
Hot Buttered Rum, 24
Lamb Shoulder Chops with Anchovy and Mint Butter, 567–68
Steamed Spinach with Balsamic Butter, 226–27
Butter-Braised Asparagus and Oyster Mushrooms with Peas and Tarragon, 262–63, 430, 466, 509, 510, 526, 569
buttermilk
Almond and Buttermilk Sorbet, 733–34
Boston Brown Bread, 656
Buttermilk Herb Dressing, 200–201
Buttermilk Pie, 859–60
Buttermilk Roast Chicken, 493
Campton Place Buttermilk Chocolate Cake, 765
Chilled Corn Soup with Honeydew Polka Dots, 153–54
Chilled English Pea–Mint Soup, 162–63
Even-Greater American Pound Cake, 788–89
Fish Poached in Buttermilk, 419
Fresh Ricotta, 614–15
Homemade Butter and Buttermilk, 613–14
Lemon Cake, 781–82
Old South Buttermilk Biscuits, 655–56
Panna Cotta, 840–41
Ranch Dressing, 612–13
Red Velvet Cake, 757
Steamed Lemon Pudding, 849–50
Buttermilk Herb Dressing, 200–201
Buttermilk Pie, 256, 258, 271, 428, 491, 493, 529, 551, 573, 599, 859–60
Buttermilk Roast Chicken, 131, 198, 225, 230, 237, 258, 262, 290, 322, 493
butternut squash
Border Town Hunter’s Stew with Antelope (or Venison), Poblanos, Pumpkin, and Hominy, 571–72
Butternut Squash and Cider Soup, 136–37
Butternut Squash Soup with Brown Butter, 156–58
Pork and Squash in Coconut Milk, 555
Pumpkin, Sage, Chestnut, and Bacon Risotto, 348–49
Ratatouille with Butternut Squash, 258
Roasted Squash Soup with Cumin, 147–48
Butternut Squash and Cider Soup, 136–37, 147, 156, 212, 254, 344, 481, 523
Butternut Squash Soup with Brown Butter, 156–58, 183, 236, 542
butterscotch
Butterscotch, 679
Butterscotch Pudding, 851–52
Cashew Butterscotch Bars, 697
Butterscotch Pudding, 215, 250, 325, 545, 851–52
Buttery Almond Cakes, 11, 179, 391, 697–99
Buttery French TV Snacks, 496, 711
Buttery Polenta with Parmesan and Olive-Oil-Fried Eggs, 21, 645–46
C
cabbage. See green cabbage; Napa cabbage; red cabbage; Savoy cabbage
Cabbage and Potato Gratin with Mustard Bread Crumbs, 181, 298–99, 476, 523
Cabbage Salad with Toasted Coriander and Cumin Mayonnaise, 194
Caesar Salad, 108, 174–75, 215, 222, 256, 284, 338, 342, 347
Café au Lait, 9
cakes, 736–89. See also cheesecake; coffee cakes; cupcakes; fruitcakes
recipes by category, 739–40
Allegretti Chiffon Cake, 746–47
Almond Cake, 777–78
Almond Custard Cake, 741–42
Amazon Cake, 779–80
Angel Food Cake, 742
Apple and Pecan Torte, 750
Baumkuchentorte, 747–48
Black Forest Cake, 754–55
Bolzano Apple Cake, 783
Bosiljka Marich’s Serbian Torte, 751–52
Breton Butter Cake, 777
Buttery Almond Cakes, 697–99
Campton Place Buttermilk Chocolate Cake, 765
Cecily Brownstone’s Chiffon Roll, 747
Chamomile and Almond Cake, 786–87
Chocolate Cake with Bay Leaf Syrup, 768–69
Chocolate Dump-It Cake, 781
Chocolate Guinness Cake, 783–84
Chocolate Ice-Box “Cake,” 746
Classic Financiers, 697–99
Cocoa Cake, 779–80
Coconut Loaf Cake, 774
Cranberry Upside-Down Cake, 776–77
Crepe-Like Layer Cake, 747–48
Devil’s Food Cake, 744–45
Evelyn Sharpe’s French Chocolate Cake, 752
Even-Greater American Pound Cake, 788–89
Filbert Torte, 742–43
Forget-It Meringue Torte, 823
Fresh Ginger Cake, 775–76
Fresh Plum Kuchen, 625–26
Gâteau de Crepes, 785–86
Gooey Chocolate Stack, 778–79
Heavenly Chocolate Roll, 755–56
Huguenot Torte, 750
Intense Chocolate Cake, 763
Lemon-Almond Butter Cake, 780
Lemon Cake, 781–82
Lora Brody’s Chocolate Cherry Torte, 759–60
Maida’s Blueberry Crumb Cake, 632
Marcella’s Pear Cake, 769
Maria Tillman Jackson Rogers’s Carrot Cake, 761–62
Marjolaine, 766–68
Mary Ann’s Fruitcake, 660–61
Mississippi Mud Cake, 762–63
Mrs. Raymond Schenk’s Pumpkin Cake, 760–61
Multilayered Chocolate and Praline Cake, 766–68
New England Spider Cake, 782–83
Olive Oil and Apple Cider Cake, 771–72
Pain d’Epices, 667–68
Papa’s Apple Pound Cake, 774–75
Pear Upside-Down Cake, 772–73
Polish Jewish Plum Cake, 769–70
Poppy Seed Torte, 786
Purple Plum Torte, 763–64
Red Velvet Cake, 757
Revani Verrias, 788
Semolina Cake, 788
Sour-Milk Cake, 741
Taillevent’s Chocolate Cake with Pistachio Sauce, 770–71
Teddie’s Apple Cake, 752–53
Walnut Cake with Chocolate Walnut Buttercream, 758–59
Warm Soft Chocolate Cake, 773
Wedding Cake, the Delmonico Receipt, 743–44
Whiskey Cake, 784–85
calamari
Calamari Ripieni, 402–3
Seafood Salad, 427
Stuffed Squid, 402–3
Wok-Seared Spicy Calamari Salad, 443
Calamari Ripieni, 402–3
Callie’s Doughnuts, 9, 621–22
Calvados
Madeleine Kamman’s Apple Mousse, 816
Porcini Bread Stuffing, 350–51
calzone(s)
Calzone (or Pizza) Dough, 370
Chez Panisse Calzone, 369–70
Campton Place Buttermilk Chocolate Cake, 38, 150, 407, 480, 528, 765
canapés. See dips; hors d’oeuvres; spreads
candied fruit and peels. See also citron
Christmas Stollen, 657–58
Frozen Meringue Velvet, 723–24
Panforte, 765–66
Traditional Sienese Fruitcake, 765–66
Candied Sweet Potatoes, 218, 276, 295, 475
candy
recipes by category, 678
Butterscotch, 679
Chocolate Caramels, 683
Cream Chocolates, 681
English Toffee, 700
Lemon Gumdrops, 705
Molasses Candy, 680
Peppermints, 682–83
Pralines, 684
Salted Butter Caramels, 705–6
Canestrelli, 156, 195, 257, 323, 346, 562, 568, 692
cannellini beans
Pasta and Bean Soup, 156
Seared Tuna in Black Pepper Crust, 409–10
cantaloupe(s)
Cantaloupe–Star Anise Sorbet, 728–29
Sangria, 23
Cantaloupe–Star Anise Sorbet, 72, 156, 204, 242, 244, 349, 517, 728–29
capers
Caponata, 226
’ino’s Tuna with Black Olive Pesto Panini, 373–74
Tartar Sauce, 398, 405
Warm Cabbage Salad with Goat Cheese and Capers, 183
Caponata, 226, 369
Caramel Custard, 86, 92, 113, 252, 282, 310, 334, 417, 429, 432, 437, 521, 576, 836–37
Caramelized Bacon, 19, 33, 35, 41, 79, 80, 83, 93, 96, 124
Caramelized Brown Butter Rice Krispies Treats, 178, 441, 708, 708
Caramelized Chocolate Bread Pudding, 199, 201, 291, 416, 525, 852–53
Caramelized Endive, 238–39, 296, 371, 540, 565
Caramelized Onion and Quark Dip, 31, 84–85, 90, 152, 153, 173, 190, 559, 566
Carbonnades à la Flamande, 56, 187, 283, 515
Carolina Chicken Bog, 491–92
carrot(s)
Almond-Carrot Salad, 204
Boeuf Bourguignon I, 516
Braised Lamb Shoulder with Sheep’s-Milk Cavatelli, 570–71
Carrot and Fennel Soup, 151–52
Confit of Carrot and Cumin, 244
Couscous Salad, 321–22
Cream of Carrot Soup, 119
Crisp-Braised Duck Legs with Aromatic Vegetables, 487–88
Cumin-Mustard Carrots, 237
Curried Root Vegetable Stew with Dumplings, 237–38
Demi-Glace (A Basic Meat Glaze), 528–29
Dijon and Cognac Beef Stew, 560–61
Fern Berman’s Ginger and Lentil Soup, 139
Golden Winter Puree, 235
Lobster Shepherd’s Pie, 412
Luxury Chicken Potpies, 472
Madame Mouriere’s Cassoulet, 530–32
Maria Tillman Jackson Rogers’s Carrot Cake, 761–62
Moroccan Carrot Salad, 187
Roasted Carrot and Red Lentil Ragout, 289
Slow-Roasted Duck, 475–76
Spicy New England Pot Roast, 523
Stewed Lamb Shanks with White Beans and Rosemary, 542
Carrot and Fennel Soup, 151–52, 344, 369, 527, 568
cashew(s)
Cashew Butterscotch Bars, 697
Coconut Barley Pilaf with Corn, Chicken, and Cashews, 358
Spicy, Garlicky Cashew Chicken, 494–95
Wok-Seared Spicy Calamari Salad, 443
Cashew Butterscotch Bars, 287, 412, 551, 697
cassis syrup
Vermouth Cassis, 16–17
Cassolette of Morels, Fiddleheads, and Asparagus, 231, 457
cassoulet
Madame Mouriere’s Cassoulet, 530–32
Catalan Tortilla with Aioli, 23, 36, 38, 86–87, 88, 91, 95, 252, 310, 334, 429, 437, 579
Catalan Vegetable Paella, 113, 323–24, 399, 410
catfish
Laotian Catfish Soup, 154–55
cauliflower
Cauliflower Soup with Cremini Mushrooms and Walnut Oil, 149–50
The Most Voluptuous Cauliflower, 241
Roasted Cauliflower, 248
Cauliflower Soup with Cremini Mushrooms and Walnut Oil, 149–50, 216, 476, 515, 541
cava
James Beard’s Champagne Punch, 28–29
caviar
Buckwheat Blini with Crème Fraîche and Caviar, 81–82
Corn Cakes with Caviar, 282–83
Spaghetti with Caviar, Scallions, and Chopped Egg, 337–38
Cecily Brownstone’s Chiffon Roll, 213, 747, 755
celery
Couscous Salad, 321–22
Crisp-Braised Duck Legs with Aromatic Vegetables, 487–88
Demi-Glace (A Basic Meat Glaze), 528–29
Faki, 121–22
Flemish Chicken Soup, 115–16
Greek Lentil Soup, 121–22
Paul Prudhomme’s Cajun-Style Gumbo, 125–27
Shrimp Creole, 397
Waterzooi, 115–16
celery root
Curried Root Vegetable Stew with Dumplings, 237–38
Diane Vreeland’s Salade Parisienne, 192
Puree of Celery Root, 216–17
Center-Ring Strip Steak Marinated in Scotch Whiskey, 184, 536
Ceviche with Mint and Mango, 24, 212, 417, 432, 548
Ceylon Curry of Oysters, 75, 247, 349, 391–92
Challah, 659–60
Challah Revisited, 671
Chamomile and Almond Cake, 191, 443, 593, 786–87
Champagne
Champagne Cup, 14–15
Grapefruit Granita, 731
James Beard’s Champagne Punch, 28–29
Kir Royale 38, 28
Park Avenue Cocktail, 19
Roman Punch, 12
Champagne Cup, 14–15
Char-Grilled Tuna with Toasted Corn Vinaigrette and Avocado Salad, 140, 168, 410–11
Charleston Coconut Sweeties, 683–84
cheddar cheese
“Breakfast” Shrimp and Grits, 641–42
Cheese Straws, 79–80
Clementine’s Tuna Macaroni Salad, 441
Guacamole Tostadas, 67–68
Hot Cheese Olives, 83
Jalapeño Corn-Bread Muffins, 130
Julia Harrison Adams’s Pimento Cheese Spread, 64–65
Macaroni with Ham and Cheese, 319–20
The Spice Boys’ Cheese Ball, 79
Welsh Rarebit, 365
cheese. See also specific types of cheese
Cheese Ball with Cumin, Mint, and Pistachios, 85
Cheese Crusts, 366–67
Wild Mushroom Quesadillas, 375
Cheese Ball with Cumin, Mint, and Pistachios, 18, 21, 57, 85, 238, 672
cheesecake
De Luxe Cheesecake, 748–49
Hazelnut Cheesecake, 753–54
Junior’s Cheesecake, 771
Lindy’s Cheesecake, 757–58
Mocha Cheesecake, 756
Cheese Crusts, 106, 115, 366–67
Cheese Filling, 628–29
Cheese Pudding Soufflés, 247, 529, 643–44
Cheese Straws, 15, 20, 52, 54, 79–80, 84, 90, 96, 123, 253, 402, 492, 572
cherries
Black Forest Cake, 754–55
Cherry and Coconut Brown Betty, 806–7
Cherry Bounce, 13
Cherry Spumoni, 732–33
Lora Brody’s Chocolate Cherry Torte, 759–60
cherries, dried
Porcini Bread Stuffing, 350–51
Cherry and Coconut Brown Betty, 158, 294, 536, 806–7
Cherry Bounce, 13, 14, 802
Cherry Spumoni, 345, 732–33
chestnuts
Braised Red Cabbage with Chestnuts, 221–22
Chestnut Soup, 133
Nesselrode Pudding, 718
Pumpkin, Sage, Chestnut, and Bacon Risotto, 348–49
Chestnut Soup, 133, 247, 254, 344, 577
Chez Panisse Calzone, 363, 369–70
Chez Panisse Meyer Lemon Meringue Pie, 160, 182, 191, 823, 833–34
chicken
Bademiya’s Justly Famous Bombay Chile-and-Cilantro Chicken, 471
Beer-Can Chicken, 473–74
Bombay Curry, 452
Braised Ligurian Chicken, 491
Breaded Chicken Breasts with Parmesan Cheese, 465–66
Buttermilk Roast Chicken, 493
Chicken à la Marengo, 453–54
Chicken and Lemon Terrine, 495–96
Chicken Betty’s Fried Chicken and Gravy, 462–64
Chicken Bouillabaisse, 488–89
Chicken Canzanese, 458–59
Chicken Paprikash, 461
Chicken Roasted with Sour Cream, Lemon Juice, and Mango Chutney, 480
Chicken Wings with Oyster Sauce, 460–61
Chicken with Lime, Chile, and Fresh Herbs, 497
Cinnamon-Scented Fried Chicken, 490
Clear Steamed Chicken Soup with Ginger, 145–46
Coconut Barley Pilaf with Corn, Chicken, and Cashews, 358
Country Captain, 455–56
Crème Senegalese, 124
Curried Cream of Chicken Soup, 124
Cutlets à la Kiev, 455
Elizabeth Frink’s Roast Lemon Chicken, 478–79
Flemish Chicken Soup, 115–16
Fricassee of Chicken with Tarragon, 456–57
Fried Sambal Wings with Cucumber Cream, 494
Ismail Merchant’s Very Hot Chicken Soup, 138
James Beard’s Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic, 469–70
Janice Okun’s Buffalo Chicken Wings, 464–65
Jerk Chicken, 496–97
Larb Gai, 497
Lee Lum’s Lemon Chicken, 459–60
Luxury Chicken Potpies, 472
Matzoh Ball Soup, 136
Moroccan Chicken Smothered in Olives, 482
Mulligatawny Soup, 113–14
Pad Thai–Style Rice Salad, 357–58
Paella, 309–10
Pan-Roasted Chicken with End-of-Season Tomatoes, 482–83
Roast Chicken Salad, 492–93
Roast Chicken with Bread Salad, 467–68
Shiitake and Lotus Seed Stuffing, 338–39, 477
Southeast Asian Chicken Two Ways, 489–90
Spicy, Garlicky Cashew Chicken, 494–95
Spicy, Supercrunchy Fried Chicken, 490–91
Staff Meal Chicken with Salsa Verde, 484–85
Stir-Fried Chicken with Creamed Corn, 483–84
Tip for Crisp Skin, 477
Turducken, 485–87
Waterzooi, 115–16
Chicken à la Marengo, 107, 221, 317, 453–54
Chicken and Lemon Terrine, 110, 153, 495–96
Chicken Betty’s Fried Chicken and Gravy, 28, 253, 462–64, 656
Chicken Bouillabaisse, 488–89
Chicken Canzanese, 59, 346, 458–59, 461
chicken giblets. See also chicken livers
Carolina Chicken Bog, 491–92
Shiitake and Lotus Seed Stuffing, 338–39, 477
chicken livers
Carolina Chicken Bog, 491–92
Pâté Watch Hill Farm, 53
Russ & Daughters’ Chopped Chicken Liver, 82
Chicken Paprikash, 107, 125, 150, 461
Chicken Roasted with Sour Cream, Lemon Juice, and Mango Chutney, 480
Chicken Wings with Oyster Sauce, 460–61
Chicken with Lime, Chile, and Fresh Herbs, 494, 497
chickpea(s)
Baked Chickpeas, 293
Chickpea, Sparerib, and Chorizo Stew, 578–79
Chickpeas in Ginger Sauce, 293–94
Cocido, 578–79
Creamy Farro and Chickpea Soup, 143
Crispy Chickpeas with Ground Meat, 558
Four-Bean Salad, 278–79
Fried Chickpeas, 88
Mulligatawny Soup, 113–14
Rabbit Soup with Garlic, Peppers, and Chorizo, 152
Chickpea, Sparerib, and Chorizo Stew, 23, 86, 88, 91, 95, 249, 252, 433, 437, 578–79
Chickpeas in Ginger Sauce, 293–94
El Chico, 18–19
chicory
Roast Chicken with Bread Salad, 467–68
Chiffonade Salad, 138, 156, 160, 173, 328, 366, 372, 395, 401, 430, 433, 512, 529, 565
chile peppers
Baked Goan Fish with Fresh Green Chile Chutney, 438–39
Basque Tuna Soup, 132
The Best Spinach Dip, with Chipotle and Lime, 90
Border Town Hunter’s Stew with Antelope (or Venison), Poblanos, Pumpkin, and Hominy, 571–72
Braised Lamb Shoulder with Sheep’s-Milk Cavatelli, 570–71
Coloradito, 547–48
Gratin of Yams and Chipotle Cream, 291
Hanoi Beef Soup, 144–45
Hot Pepper Shrimp, 403–4
Ismail Merchant’s Very Hot Chicken Soup, 138
Jalapeño Corn-Bread Muffins, 130
Jerk Chicken, 496–97
Katta Sambol, 611
Laotian Catfish Soup, 154–55
Manjula Gokal’s Gujarati Mango Soup, 155–56
Marmitako, 132
Oaxacan Chile Pasilla Sauce, 581–82
Pho Bo, 144–45
Potato, Ham, and Piquillo Pepper Croquetas, 94–95
Red Mole with Pork, 547–48
Romesco Sauce, 610–11
Salmon Cakes with Yogurt Chipotle Sauce, 413–14
Salsa, 129
Salsa Verde, 484
Short Ribs with Coffee and Chiles, 579
Tortilla Soup, 131
Chilled Corn Soup with Honeydew Polka Dots, 153–54, 199, 335, 439
Chilled English Pea–Mint Soup, 162–63, 173, 188, 231, 259, 366, 425, 426–27, 493, 526
Chilled Melon Soup with Toasted Almonds, 140, 186
Chilled Sesame Spinach, 239, 423, 434, 442, 461, 481, 484
Chinese Barbecued Spareribs, 61, 111, 356, 460, 461, 495, 517–18
Chinese New Year menus, 872
Chinese Pork Balls, 59–60, 74, 111, 356
Chinese-Style Steamed Black Sea Bass, 146, 183, 260, 356, 432
chipotle peppers
The Best Spinach Dip, with Chipotle and Lime, 90
Gratin of Yams and Chipotle Cream, 291
Salmon Cakes with Yogurt Chipotle Sauce, 413–14
chocolate. See also cocoa; white chocolate
Allegretti Chiffon Cake, 746–47
Aztec Hot Chocolate Pudding, 855
Balducci’s Tiramisù, 830–31
Baumkuchentorte, 747–48
Bittersweet Chocolate Semifreddo, 727
Black Forest Cake, 754–55
Bosiljka Marich’s Serbian Torte, 751–52
Brownies, 684–85
Campton Place Buttermilk Chocolate Cake, 765
Caramelized Chocolate Bread Pudding, 852–53
Cherry Spumoni, 732–33
Chocolate Cake with Bay Leaf Syrup, 768–69
Chocolate Caramels, 683
Chocolate Caramel Tart, 847–49
Chocolate Chip Cookies, 709–10
Chocolate Crumb Crust, 839
Chocolate Dump-It Cake, 781
Chocolate Eclairs, 800–801
Chocolate Guinness Cake, 536, 783–84
Chocolate Ice-Box “Cake,” 176, 746
Chocolate Mousse, 820–21
Chocolate Pudding, 858–59
Chocolate Quakes, 702
Chocolate Rum Mousse, 814–15
Chocolate Silk Pie, 838–39
Churros with Chocolate Sauce, 866–67
Coconut Hot Chocolate, 44–45
Cream Chocolates, 681
Crepe-Like Layer Cake, 747–48
Devil’s Food Cake, 744–45
English Tea Cart Wafers, 693–94
English Toffee, 700
Evelyn Sharpe’s French Chocolate Cake, 752
Florentines with Ginger, 689–90
Gooey Chocolate Stack, 778–79
Heavenly Chocolate Roll, 755–56
Hot Chocolate, 29–30
Ice Cream Pie, 726
Lora Brody’s Bête Noire, 763
Lora Brody’s Chocolate Cherry Torte, 759–60
Marjolaine, 766–68
Mocha Cheesecake, 756
Multilayered Chocolate and Praline Cake, 766–68
Old-Fashioned Bread and Chocolate Rolls, 664–65
Petits Pains au Chocolat à l’Ancienne, 664–65
Pierre Hermé’s Chocolate Sablés, 704
Rum Balls, 687–88
Salted Butter Caramels, 705–6
Schrafft’s Hot Fudge, 606–7
Taillevent’s Chocolate Cake with Pistachio Sauce, 770–71
Toasts with Chocolate, Olive Oil, and Sea Salt, 844
Walnut Cake with Chocolate Walnut Buttercream, 758–59
Warm Soft Chocolate Cake, 773
Chocolate Cake with Bay Leaf Syrup, 133, 241, 335, 538, 768–69
Chocolate Caramels, 181, 683
Chocolate Caramel Tart, 325, 429, 535, 540, 847–49
Chocolate Chip Cookies, 118, 175, 251, 441, 677, 709–10
Chocolate Crumb Crust, 839
Chocolate Dump-It Cake, 80, 781
Chocolate Eclairs, 121, 283, 399, 515, 800–801
Chocolate Guinness Cake, 536, 783–84
Chocolate Ice-Box “Cake,” 176, 746
Chocolate Mousse, 66, 184, 186, 192, 217, 243, 457, 476, 506, 516, 517, 820–21
Chocolate Pudding, 159, 176, 177, 249, 367, 465, 472, 552, 573, 858–59
Chocolate Quakes, 193, 369, 583, 702
Chocolate Rum Mousse, 181, 213, 224, 273, 342, 544, 814–15
Chocolate Silk Pie, 175, 536, 838–39
chocolate wafers
Chocolate Crumb Crust, 839
Chocolate Ice-Box “Cake,” 746
Dick Taeuber’s Cordial Pie, 817–19
Chopped Salad of Romaine, Arugula, Dill, and Lemon, 195, 226
Chopped Salad with Lemon Zest Vinaigrette, 114, 130, 188–89, 337, 566
Choresh Qormeh Sabzi, 312, 317, 533
chorizo
Chickpea, Sparerib, and Chorizo Stew, 578–79
Chorizo Revueltos, 640–41
Crispy Tofu with Shiitakes and Chorizo, 302
Manhattan Clam Chowder with Hake and Chorizo, 158
Paella, 309–10
Poached Eggs with Date-Chorizo Paste, 636–37
Pork Burgers, 566–67
Rabbit Soup with Garlic, Peppers, and Chorizo, 152
Sautéed Cod with Potatoes in Chorizo-Mussel Broth, 428–29
Scrambled Eggs with Chorizo, 640–41
Chorizo Revueltos, 132, 310, 579, 640–41
Choucroute à l’Alsacienne, 513
Chow-Chow, 593–94
chowders
Basic Corn Chowder, 149
Clam Chowder, 107–8
Corn Chowder with Bacon and Cream, 149
Curried Corn Chowder, 149
Manhattan Clam Chowder with Hake and Chorizo, 158
Oyster Chowder, 159
Thai Sole Chowder with Lima Beans and Corn, 139–40
Christmas menus, 871–72
Christmas Stollen, 44, 657–58
Churros with Chocolate Sauce, 287, 433, 437, 567, 641, 866–67
chutney
Baked Goan Fish with Fresh Green Chile Chutney, 438–39
Chicken Roasted with Sour Cream, Lemon Juice, and Mango Chutney, 480
Cranberry Chutney, 606
Holiday Cranberry Chutney, 608–9
cilantro
Bademiya’s Justly Famous Bombay Chile-and-Cilantro Chicken, 471
Baked Goan Fish with Fresh Green Chile Chutney, 438–39
The Best Spinach Dip, with Chipotle and Lime, 90
Black Bean Soup with Salsa and Jalapeño Corn-Bread Muffins, 129–30
Chicken and Lemon Terrine, 495–96
Choresh Qormeh Sabzi, 533
Cilantro Sauce, 471
Coconut Oat Pilaf, 647
Cucumber Risotto with Yellow Peppers and Herbs, 331–32
Green Herb Stew, 533
Guacamole Tostadas, 67–68
Hanoi Beef Soup, 144–45
Malaysian-Inspired Pork Stew with Traditional Garnishes, 552–53
Moroccan Tomato Soup, 134–35
Pad Thai–Style Rice Salad, 357–58
Pho Bo, 144–45
Pork-and-Toasted-Rice-Powder Spring Rolls, 74
Pork and Watermelon Salad, 574–75
Roast Chicken Salad, 492–93
Salsa, 129
Salsa Verde, 484
Shrimp Burgers, 434
Spicy, Garlicky Cashew Chicken, 494–95
Wild Mushroom Quesadillas, 375
Yucatán Fish with Crisp Garlic, 431–32
Cilantro Sauce, 471
Cinnamon-Scented Fried Chicken, 135, 145, 288, 490
citron
Nesselrode Pudding, 718
Panettone, 663–64
Panforte, 765–66
Traditional Sienese Fruitcake, 765–66
Wedding Cake, the Delmonico Receipt, 743–44
clafoutis
Judson Grill’s Berry Clafoutis with Crème Fraîche, 844
clam(s)
Clambake in a Pot, 422–23
Clam Chowder, 107–8
Clams in Black Bean Sauce, 442
Clam Stew with Potatoes and Parsley Puree, 424
Franny’s Clam Pizza, 374–75
Gilbert Le Coze’s Bouillabaisse, 406–7
Manhattan Clam Chowder with Hake and Chorizo, 158
Paella, 309–10
Pierre Franey’s Pasta with Clams, 347
Seafood Salad, 427
Spicy, Lemony Clams with Pasta, 336–37
Stuffed Clams, 400–401
Clambake in a Pot, 422–23
Clam Chowder, 107–8, 175, 804
Clams in Black Bean Sauce, 61, 111, 183, 356, 442, 518
Clam Stew with Potatoes and Parsley Puree, 424
Claret Cup, 12, 57, 63, 80, 185, 202, 376, 466, 468, 559
Classic Ciabatta, 118, 156, 177, 257, 665–66
Classic Financiers, 11, 179, 391, 697–99
Classic Rum Punch, 24, 68, 85, 90, 432
Clear Steamed Chicken Soup with Ginger, 145–46, 302, 432, 543
clementine(s)
Clementine Peppercorn Glaze, 613
Kumquat-Clementine Cordial, 42
Clementine Peppercorn Glaze, 613, 614
Clementine’s Tuna Macaroni Salad, 441
Cleo’s Daddy’s Barbecued Ribs, 33, 79, 275, 287, 529
Clove Granita, 119, 357, 715, 727
Club Sandwich, 367
Cocido, 23, 86, 88, 91, 95, 249, 252, 433, 437, 578–79
cockles
Halibut with Parsley-Shellfish Sauce, 425–26
cocktail(s)
Astoria Cocktail, 18
Billionaire Cocktail, 40
Blender Eggnog, 44
Bloody Mary, 21
Bloody Paradise, 30–31
The Bone, 34–35
Brandy (or Sherry) and Milk, 13
Champagne Cup, 14–15
El Chico, 18–19
Claret Cup, 12
Classic Rum Punch, 24
Coconut Daiquiri, 25
The Cuke, 39–40
Delft Blue Cocktail, 43
Delicious Milk Punch, 10–11
Eggnog, 22
Ginger Daiquiri, 36–37
Gin Rickey, 21–22
Grapefruit Wine, 37
Holiday Punch, 32
Hot Buttered Rum, 24
Improved Holland Gin Cocktail, 39
James Beard’s Champagne Punch, 28–29
Junipero Gibson with Pickled Red Onion, 33–34
Kaffir Lime Lemonade, 26–27
Kir Royale 38, 28
Martini, 35
Mint Julep, 24–25
Moscow Mule, 20–21
Nicky Finn, 19
The Normandy, 43
La Paloma, 35
Park Avenue Cocktail, 19
Patsy’s Bourbon Slush, 32–33
Peach Bowl, 20
Peppadew Martini, 40–41
Peppar Tomato, 31
Ramos Gin Fizz, 15–16
Rebujito, 38
Rhubarb Bellini, 30
Roman Punch, 12
Saketini, 37–38
Sangria, 23
Sazerac, 17
Singapore Sling, 23–24
Sir Francis Drake, 36
Spiced Colada, 42–43
Swedish Glögg, 22–23
Tom and Jerry, 32
Vermouth Cassis, 16–17
Vermouth Cup, 15
The Vesper, 34
Vin de Pamplemousse, 37
Wine Lemonade, 17–18
Zombie Punch, 41
cocktail party menus, 873–74
cocoa. See also chocolate
Amazon Cake, 779–80
Black Forest Cake, 754–55
Chocolate Caramel Tart, 847–49
Chocolate Guinness Cake, 783–84
Chocolate Quakes, 702
Cocoa Cake, 779–80
Cocoa Christmas Cookies, 695–96
Coconut Hot Chocolate, 44–45
Gooey Chocolate Stack, 778–79
Hot Chocolate, 29–30
Iced Cocoa, 18
Mississippi Mud Cake, 762–63
Peanut Butter Cupcakes with Milk Chocolate Frosting, 787
Pierre Hermé’s Chocolate Sablés, 704
Red Velvet Cake, 757
Schrafft’s Hot Fudge, 606–7
Cocoa Cake, 119, 444, 779–80
Cocoa Christmas Cookies, 36, 695–96
coconut
Baked Goan Fish with Fresh Green Chile Chutney, 438–39
Bombay Curry, 452
Charleston Coconut Sweeties, 683–84
Cherry and Coconut Brown Betty, 806–7
Coconut Loaf Cake, 774
Coconut Oat Pilaf, 647
Coconut Pie, 801–2
Crab and Coconut Curry, 389
Green Beans with Coriander-Coconut Crust, 246–47
Lemon Bars, 690
Moroccan Rice Pudding, 848–49
Mulligatawny Soup, 113–14
Coconut Barley Pilaf with Corn, Chicken, and Cashews, 358
coconut cream
Coconut Daiquiri, 25
Spiced Colada, 42–43
Coconut Crepes, 349, 392, 436, 439, 452, 546, 611
Coconut Daiquiri, 25, 52
Coconut Hot Chocolate, 44–45
Coconut Loaf Cake, 13, 244, 277, 319, 438, 774
coconut milk
Basmati Rice with Coconut Milk and Ginger, 339
Bombay Curry, 452
Coconut Barley Pilaf with Corn, Chicken, and Cashews, 358
Coconut Crepes, 349
Coconut Hot Chocolate, 44–45
Coconut Rice Pudding with Lime Syrup, 846
Hoppers, 349
Jamaican Rice with Coconut and Red Beans, 357
Laotian Catfish Soup, 154–55
Malaysian-Inspired Pork Stew with Traditional Garnishes, 552–53
Pineapple Carpaccio with Lime Sorbet, 842
Pork and Squash in Coconut Milk, 555
Rice and Peas, 357
Sticky Rice with Mango, 861
Swordfish in Green Curry–Basil Sauce, 412–13
Thai Sole Chowder with Lima Beans and Corn, 139–40
Tuna Curry, 435–36
Coconut Oat Pilaf, 629, 647
Coconut Pie, 295, 434, 456, 471, 552, 801–2
Coconut Rice Pudding with Lime Syrup, 38, 93, 124, 183, 203, 262, 413, 423, 439, 477, 553, 846
Bouillabaisse, 390–91
Fish Poached in Buttermilk, 419
Lightly Smoked Salt Cod Salad, 437
Sautéed Cod with Potatoes in Chorizo-Mussel Broth, 428–29
Coda alla Vaccinara, 59, 195, 341, 562
Coeur à la Crème with Rhubarb Sauce, 163, 194, 203, 233, 296, 793, 829, 864–65
coffee
Balducci’s Tiramisù, 830–31
Café au Lait, 9
Coffee Caramel Custard, 849
Coffee Ice Cream Sundae, 722–23
Heavenly Chocolate Roll, 755–56
Iced Coffee, 17
Irish Coffee, 21
Mocha Cheesecake, 756
Short Ribs with Coffee and Chiles, 579
coffee cakes
Dorothy Jewiss’s Coffee Cake, 631
Fresh Plum Kuchen, 625–26
Laura Goodenough’s Apple Coffee Cake, 631–32
Maida’s Blueberry Crumb Cake, 632
Sour Cream Coffee Cake, 630–31
Coffee Caramel Custard, 253, 324, 335, 373, 399, 443, 491, 520, 546, 849
Coffee Ice Cream Sundae, 216, 343, 347, 722–23
Cognac. See brandy
Cold Beef with Tarragon Vinaigrette, 110, 112, 182, 234, 285, 534, 595
Cold Nicarde, 110, 188, 197, 214, 329, 408
cold soups
Beet and Ginger Soup with Cucumber, 150–51
Chilled Corn Soup with Honeydew Polka Dots, 153–54
Chilled English Pea–Mint Soup, 162–63
Chilled Melon Soup with Toasted Almonds, 140
Cold Nicarde, 110
Crème Senegalese, 124
Cucumber, Tomato, and Avocado Soup, 119–20
Curried Cream of Chicken Soup, 124
Curried Zucchini Soup, 123
Gazpacho with Cucumber Granita, 161–62
Green Gazpacho, 160–61
Málaga Gazpacho, 112–13
Moroccan Tomato Soup, 134–35
Thomas Keller’s Gazpacho, 146–47
Tom’s Chilled Cucumber Soup, 117–18
Vichyssoise à la Ritz, 111–12
Watermelon Gazpacho, 150
White Gazpacho with Almonds and Grapes, 137–38
Yellow Squash Soup, 110
cold-weather menus, 878
collard greens
Stir-Fried Collards, 254–55
Collared Pork, 133, 202, 216, 507–8
Coloradito, 35, 120, 417, 547–48
compotes
recipes by category, 588
Rhubarb-Ginger Compote, 607
Conchiglie al Forno with Mushrooms and Radicchio, 325–26, 333
condiments. See also chutney; specific condiments
recipes by category, 588
Katta Sambol, 611
Sweet-and-Pulpy Tomato Ketchup, 609–10
Tomato Figs, 591
Tomato Ketchup, 591–92
Confit de Canard, 530, 531
Confit of Carrot and Cumin, 242, 244, 461, 532
cookies, 674–711
recipes by category, 678
Almendrados, 707–8
Almond-Lemon Macaroons, 707–8
Brown Butter Peach Bars, 710–11
Brownies, 684–85
Brown Sugar Shortbread, 690
Buckwheat Cookies, 702–3
Buttery French TV Snacks, 711
Canestrelli, 692
Cashew Butterscotch Bars, 697
Charleston Coconut Sweeties, 683–84
Chocolate Chip Cookies, 709–10
Chocolate Quakes, 702
Cocoa Christmas Cookies, 695–96
Dorie Greenspan’s Sablés, 703–4
English Gingersnaps, 693
English Tea Cart Wafers, 693–94
Finnish Bridal Cookies, 687
Flat-and-Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies, 706
Florentines with Ginger, 689–90
Gingersnaps, 679–80
Honey Spice Cookies, 685
Jumbles, 681
Lemon Bars, 690
Lemon Sablés, 704
Macaroons, 681–82
Maida Heatter’s Rugelach, 691
Maple Shortbread Bars, 701–2
Pecan Sandies, 688
Pepper-Cumin Cookies, 695
Petit Beurre Cookies, 699–700
Pierre Hermé’s Chocolate Sablés, 704
Pine Nut Cookies, 689
Rum Balls, 687–88
Ruth’s Oatmeal Crisps, 692
Sand Tarts, 688
Shortbread from Ovada, 692
Spice Krinkles, 688–89
Springerle Cookies, 686–87
Swedish Ginger Cookies, 708
Swedish Nut Balls, 694
Two-Day Madeleines with Brown Butter, 701
Walnut Horns, 691
Coquilles St.-Jacques, 396
cordials. See also specific types of cordials
Blackberry Brandy, 11
Cherry Bounce, 13
Chocolate Mousse, 820–21
Cranberry Liqueur, 36
Crepes Suzette, 821–22
Dick Taeuber’s Cordial Pie, 817–19
Ginger Cordial, 10
Kumquat-Clementine Cordial, 42
Limoncello, 38
corn. See also popcorn
Basic Corn Chowder, 149
Blender Corn Pudding, 279–80
Chilled Corn Soup with Honeydew Polka Dots, 153–54
Clambake in a Pot, 422–23
Coconut Barley Pilaf with Corn, Chicken, and Cashews, 358
Corn and Yellow Tomato Risotto with Shrimp, 328–29
Corn Cakes with Caviar, 282–83
Corn Chowder with Bacon and Cream, 149
Curried Corn Chowder, 149
Fresh Corn Griddle Cakes with Parmesan and Chives, 294
Fresh Succotash, 275
Fried Corn, 274–75
Jalapeño Corn-Bread Muffins, 130
Okra Soup with Beef (and Oysters), 109–10
Sausage, Bean, and Corn Stew, 538–39
Stewed Corn, 271–72
Stir-Fried Chicken with Creamed Corn, 483–84
Thai Sole Chowder with Lima Beans and Corn, 139–40
Toasted Corn Vinaigrette, 410–11
White Veal Stew with Mushrooms, Corn, and Sherry, 553–54
Corn and Yellow Tomato Risotto with Shrimp, 150, 178, 256, 328–29
Corn Bread Stuffing, 236, 312, 487
Corn Cakes with Caviar, 125, 282–83
Corn Chowder with Bacon and Cream, 149
Cornell Bread, 117, 118, 658–59
Herbed Mayonnaise with Cornichons, 595
Ravigote Froide, 595
Sauce Rémoulade (for Shrimp), 601–2
Tarragon Vinaigrette, 534
Tartar Sauce, 405
cornmeal. See also polenta
Boston Brown Bread, 656
Corn Cakes with Caviar, 282–83
Cornmeal Biscotti, 696–97
Indian Pudding, 809
Jalapeño Corn-Bread Muffins, 130
Johnnycake, 622
Kathleen Claiborne’s Hot Cakes, 633–34
New England Spider Cake, 782–83
Cornmeal Biscotti, 38, 156, 177, 185, 196, 318, 338, 435, 462, 536, 696–97
cotija cheese
Wild Mushroom Quesadillas, 375
cottage cheese
Cheese Filling, 628–29
Crunchy Noodle Kugel à la Great-Aunt Martha, 865
Katharine McClinton’s Foursome Pancakes, 633
Noodles Romanoff, 311–12
Country Captain, 291, 349, 455–56, 747
Coupe Lena Horne, 216, 343, 347, 722–23
Couscous Salad, 151, 246, 321–22, 431, 442, 519, 534
crab
Crab and Coconut Curry, 389
Crab Cakes Baltimore-Style, 407–8
Deep-Fried Soft-Shell Crabs, 398–99
Deviled Crabs, 387–88
Gilbert Le Coze’s Bouillabaisse, 406–7
Halibut with Parsley-Shellfish Sauce, 425–26
Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s Crab Salad, 415
Scandinavian Seafood Salad, 439
Tomatoes Stuffed with Crab, 393
Crab and Coconut Curry, 26, 75, 155, 248, 318, 389, 452
Crab Cakes Baltimore-Style, 64, 110, 192, 250, 325, 394, 407–8, 596
crackers
Parmesan Crackers, 84
Spelt-Flour Crackers, 672
Craig Claiborne’s Swiss Fondue, 55–56, 511
cranberries and cranberry juice
Cranberry Chutney, 606
Cranberry Liqueur, 36
Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti, 694–95
Cranberry Upside-Down Cake, 776–77
Holiday Cranberry Chutney, 608–9
Peppered Cranberry Marmalade, 563
Spicy New England Pot Roast, 523
Cranberry Chutney, 523, 606
Cranberry Liqueur, 36
Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti, 694–95
Cranberry Upside-Down Cake, 116, 245, 246, 776–77
cream
Anton Mosimann’s Braised Brussels Sprouts in Cream, 232
Beets in Lime Cream, 230
Chocolate Ice-Box “Cake,” 746
Coeur à la Crème with Rhubarb Sauce, 864–65
Corn Chowder with Bacon and Cream, 149
Cream Dressing for Salad, 592–93
Cream Scones, 666–67
Creamy Salad Dressing, 605
Crème Pâtissiere, 830
Crème Senegalese, 124
Homemade Butter and Buttermilk, 613–14
Le Cirque’s Crème Brûlée, 844–45
Mussels in Saffron Cream, 125
Panna Cotta, 840–41
Pastry Cream, 830
Pistachio Cream, 806
Pork Braised in Milk and Cream, 557–58
Pots de Crème, 815–16
Saffron Panna Cotta, 845
cream cheese
The Best Spinach Dip, with Chipotle and Lime, 90
Blue Cheese Cheesecake, 61–62
Blue Cheese Dip, 54–55
Cheese Ball with Cumin, Mint, and Pistachios, 85
Chocolate Guinness Cake, 783–84
Cream Cheese Pastry, 843
De Luxe Cheesecake, 748–49
Devil’s Food Cake, 744–45
Florentine Dip, 58
Hazelnut Cheesecake, 753–54
Junior’s Cheesecake, 771
Lemon Cheese Pie, 812–13
Lindy’s Cheesecake, 757–58
Maida Heatter’s Rugelach, 691
Maria Tillman Jackson Rogers’s Carrot Cake, 761–62
Mocha Cheesecake, 756
Pâté Watch Hill Farm, 53
The Spice Boys’ Cheese Ball, 79
Spinach and Artichoke Casserole, 255–56
Walnut Horns, 691
Cream Cheese Pastry, 801, 820, 843
Cream Chocolates, 681
Cream Dressing for Salad, 510, 517, 535, 557, 587, 592–93
Creamed Onions, 217–18, 236, 276, 312, 475, 487
Cream of Carrot Soup, 119, 198, 222, 259, 425, 481, 513
Cream Scones, 666–67
Creamy Curried Sweet Potato Soup, 145, 253, 291
Creamy Farro and Chickpea Soup, 143, 227
Creamy Salad Dressing, 454, 561, 605
crème brûlée
Le Cirque’s Crème Brûlée, 844–45
crème de cacao
Coffee Ice Cream Sundae, 722–23
Coupe Lena Horne, 722–23
Dick Taeuber’s Cordial Pie, 817–19
crème fraîche
Banana Cream Pie, 863–64
Buckwheat Blini with Crème Fraîche and Caviar, 81–82
Chocolate Caramel Tart, 847–49
Corn Cakes with Caviar, 282–83
Judson Grill’s Berry Clafoutis with Crème Fraîche, 844
Madame Laracine’s Gratin Dauphinois, 284–85
Mango Ice Cream, 729
Marjolaine, 766–68
Multilayered Chocolate and Praline Cake, 766–68
Ricotta Custard, 256–57
Risotto with Lemon and Crème Fraîche, 345
Sformata di Ricotta, 256–57
Spring Lamb Salad with Pea Shoots and Sugar Snap Peas, 580–81
Tartar Sauce, 405
Tarte Flambée, 370–71
Zucchini with Crème Fraîche Pesto, 250
Crème Pâtissiere, 830
Crème Senegalese, 124, 242, 244
Cremini Mushroom Pasta with Wilted Arugula, Goat Cheese, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 334–35
Creole Seasoning, 540, 541
crepe(s)
Coconut Crepes, 349
Crepes Suzette, 821–22
Hoppers, 349
Parmesan Cheese Crepes, 314
Crepe-Like Layer Cake, 525, 747–48, 750
Crepes Suzette, 226, 821–22
Crisp-Braised Duck Legs with Aromatic Vegetables, 235, 347, 487–88
Crisp Potato Crowns, 284, 396, 414
Crispy Chickpeas with Ground Meat, 558
Crispy Tofu with Shiitakes and Chorizo, 302
Cromesquis d’Huîtres à la Sauce Tartare, 34, 35, 36, 39, 405–6
Croq-Télé, 496, 711
Croque-Monsieur, 106, 115, 372–73
croquettes
Aloo Kofta, 74–75
Potato, Ham, and Piquillo Pepper Croquetas, 94–95
Rice Croquettes, 799
crostini
Crostini Romani, 77
Crostini with Eggplant and Pine Nut Puree, 78–79
Ricotta Crostini with Fresh Thyme and Dried Oregano, 93–94
Ricotta Crostini with Lemon Zest and Hazelnut, 94
Ricotta Crostini with Pine Nuts and Honey, 94
Crostini Romani, 77, 171, 177, 196, 250, 311, 318, 323, 491, 543, 562, 564
Crostini with Eggplant and Pine Nut Puree, 57, 71, 78–79, 123, 142, 153, 352, 427, 470, 544, 554, 560
Croustade, 817, 825–26
croutons
Croutons, 115
Fresh Bread Croutons, 122–23
Garlic Croutons, 175
Crown Roast of Lamb, 513
Crumpets, 654–55
Crunchy Noodle Kugel à la Great-Aunt Martha, 865
cucumber(s)
Beet and Ginger Soup with Cucumber, 150–51
Bread-and-Butter Pickles, 600
Chopped Salad with Lemon Zest Vinaigrette, 188–89
Chow-Chow, 593–94
Cucumber, Tomato, and Avocado Soup, 119–20
Cucumber–Goat Cheese Dip with Radishes and Scallions, 70–71
Cucumber Risotto with Yellow Peppers and Herbs, 331–32
Cucumber Sandwiches, 56
Cucumbers in Cream, 225
The Cuke, 39–40
Fried Sambal Wings with Cucumber Cream, 494
Gazpacho with Cucumber Granita, 161–62
Green Gazpacho, 160–61
Kosher Pickles the Right Way, 608
Málaga Gazpacho, 112–13
Pan Bagnat, 376
Raw Artichoke Salad with Cucumber, 173–74
Spicy Cucumber Salad, 183
Takeout-Style Sesame Noodles, 355–56
Thai Beef Salad, 543
Thomas Keller’s Gazpacho, 146–47
Tom’s Chilled Cucumber Soup, 117–18
Watermelon Gazpacho, 150
Cucumber, Tomato, and Avocado Soup, 119–20
Cucumber–Goat Cheese Dip with Radishes and Scallions, 12, 21, 37, 70–71, 123, 198
Cucumber Risotto with Yellow Peppers and Herbs, 70, 331–32, 410
Cucumber Sandwiches, 14, 56, 271, 439
Cucumbers in Cream, 114, 123, 219, 225, 273, 289, 291, 357, 461, 491, 512, 525, 567
The Cuke, 39–40, 54, 61, 96, 111, 408, 417
Cumin-Mustard Carrots, 89, 135, 148, 172, 217, 237, 288, 327, 453, 511, 550
cupcakes
Molasses Cup Cakes with Lemon Icing, 745–46
Peanut Butter Cupcakes with Milk Chocolate Frosting, 787
currants
Couscous Salad, 321–22
Ginger Cordial, 10
Maida Heatter’s Rugelach, 691
Nesselrode Pudding, 718
Summer Pudding, 847
Walnut Horns, 691
Wedding Cake, the Delmonico Receipt, 743–44
Curried Corn Chowder, 149
Curried Cream of Chicken Soup, 124, 242, 244
curried dishes
Bobotie, 532
Bombay Curry, 452
Ceylon Curry of Oysters, 391–92
Crab and Coconut Curry, 389
Creamy Curried Sweet Potato Soup, 145
Crème Senegalese, 124
Curried Corn Chowder, 149
Curried Cream of Chicken Soup, 124
Curried Root Vegetable Stew with Dumplings, 237–38
Curried Turkey Hash, 452–53
Curried Zucchini Soup, 123
A Moley, 452–53
Shepherd’s Pie with Curried Meat, 534–35
Swordfish in Green Curry–Basil Sauce, 412–13
Tuna Curry, 435–36
Curried Root Vegetable Stew with Dumplings, 237–38
Curried Turkey Hash, 26, 247, 276, 297, 452–53
Curried Zucchini Soup, 123, 357, 536
custard
Banana Meringue Steamed Custard, 812
Caramel Custard, 836–37
Coffee Caramel Custard, 849
Le Cirque’s Crème Brûlée, 844–45
Panna Cotta, 840–41
Pots de Crème, 815–16
Saffron Panna Cotta, 845
Snow Pudding, 106, 453, 509, 577, 800
Spanish Cream, 802
Zabaglione, 813
Cutlets à la Kiev, 163, 173, 455
D
Danish Pastry, 627–29
dates
Blood Orange, Date, and Parmesan Salad with Almond Oil, 199–200
Couscous Salad, 321–22
An Incredible Date-Nut Bread, 661–62
Pain d’Epices, 667–68
Poached Eggs with Date-Chorizo Paste, 636–37
David Eyre’s Pancake, 58, 69, 151, 193, 416, 568, 758, 813–14
Decadent Lobster Salad, 161, 353, 440
Deep-Fried Soft-Shell Crabs, 58, 149, 154, 161, 162, 219, 228, 324, 398–99, 596
Delft Blue Cocktail, 43, 52
Delicate Bread Pudding, 132, 388, 431, 461, 564, 577, 793, 798, 804
Delicious Milk Punch, 10–11
Delmonico Hash, 60, 507
De Luxe Cheesecake, 196, 431, 508, 748–49
Demi-Glace (A Basic Meat Glaze), 528–29
desserts, 712–867. See also cakes; cookies; cupcakes; custard; ice(s); ice cream; mousses; pie(s); sherbet; sorbet; sweet puddings; tart(s)
recipes by category, 716, 739–40, 794–96
Apple Dumplings, 807
Apple Galette, 843
Apple Snow, 808–9
Baci di Ricotta, 852
Balducci’s Tiramisù, 830–31
Cherry and Coconut Brown Betty, 806–7
Chocolate Eclairs, 800–801
Churros with Chocolate Sauce, 866–67
Coeur à la Crème with Rhubarb Sauce, 864–65
Crepes Suzette, 821–22
Crunchy Noodle Kugel à la Great-Aunt Martha, 865
David Eyre’s Pancake, 813–14
Figs in Whiskey, 859
Fontainebleau, 829
Fresh Blueberry Buckle, 815
frozen. See frozen desserts; ice(s); ice cream; mousses; sherbet; sorbet
Glazed Mango with Sour Cream Sorbet and Black Pepper, 850–51
Grapefruit Fluff, 809
Jean Halberstam’s Deep-Fried Peaches, 860
Judson Grill’s Berry Clafoutis with Crème Fraîche, 844
Panna Cotta, 840–41
Pavlova, 826
Peach Balls, 804
Pineapple Carpaccio with Lime Sorbet, 842
Pistachio Cream, 806
Plum Fritters, 865–66
Poached Pears in Brandy and Red Wine, 832
Poached Pears with Asian Spices, 856–57
Pruneaux du Pichet, 822–23
Prunes in a Pitcher, 822–23
Raspberry Bavarian Cream, 807
Reuben’s Apple Pancake, 831–32
Rhubarb Orange, 864
Ricotta Kisses, 852
Rum Omelet, 808
Saffron Panna Cotta, 845
Sticky Rice with Mango, 861
Strawberry Shortcakes, 799–800
Strawberry Soup, 816
Sugared Puffs, 867
Toasts with Chocolate, Olive Oil, and Sea Salt, 844
Wine-Stewed Prunes and Mascarpone, 861–62
Winter Fruit Salad, 850
Zabaglione, 813
Deviled Crabs, 214, 366, 383, 387–88
Devil’s Food Cake, 153, 744–45
Diane Forley’s Arugula Salad with Artichoke, Ricotta Salata, and Pumpkin Seeds, 156, 168, 188, 326, 524
Diane Vreeland’s Salade Parisienne, 66, 106, 115, 192, 414, 457, 479
Dick Taeuber’s Cordial Pie, 175, 525, 723, 817–19
Dijon and Cognac Beef Stew, 56, 243, 560–61, 701
dill
Arnaki Araka, 550
Chopped Salad of Romaine, Arugula, Dill, and Lemon, 195
Choresh Qormeh Sabzi, 533
Green Herb Stew, 533
Kosher Pickles the Right Way, 608
Lamb with Peas, 550
The Minimalist’s Gravlax, 418–19
Rachel’s Green Beans with Dill, 251
dinner menus
for the deck, 878
for dinner parties, 874
quick, 877–78
for 2, 874
dips
Bagna Cauda, 58–59
Beet Tzatziki, 89
The Best Spinach Dip, with Chipotle and Lime, 90
Blue Cheese Dip, 54–55
Caramelized Onion and Quark Dip, 84–85
Cucumber–Goat Cheese Dip with Radishes and Scallions, 70–71
Florentine Dip, 58
Grilled Onion Guacamole, 71
Hummus bi Tahini, 68–69
Docks Coleslaw, 80, 162, 191–92, 251, 271, 274, 275, 289, 291, 292, 368, 394, 399, 529, 537, 539, 551, 583, 599
Dorie Greenspan’s Sablés, 30, 151, 226, 371, 415, 468, 496, 540, 703–4
Dorothy Jewiss’s Coffee Cake, 631
doughnuts
Baci di Ricotta, 852
Callie’s Doughnuts, 621–22
Churros with Chocolate Sauce, 866–67
Ricotta Kisses, 852
dressings
recipes by category, 588
Blue Cheese Dressing, 464–65
Buttermilk Herb Dressing, 200–201
Cream Dressing for Salad, 592–93
Creamy Salad Dressing, 605
French Dressing, 597
Preserved-Lemon Dressing, 190
Ranch Dressing, 612–13
Tarragon Vinaigrette, 534
Toasted Corn Vinaigrette, 410–11
Vinaigrette, 171, 188, 192, 218, 290
dried fruit. See also specific fruits
Pain d’Epices, 667–68
drinks, 2–45. See also cocktail(s); cordials; punch; specific drinks
recipes by category, 7–8
Drunken Beans, 287
dry vermouth
Astoria Cocktail, 18
El Chico, 18–19
Corn and Yellow Tomato Risotto with Shrimp, 328–29
Junipero Gibson with Pickled Red Onion, 33–34
Martini, 35
Vermouth Cassis, 16–17
Zucchini and Vermouth, 227
duck
Braised Duck Legs with Pinot Noir Sauce, 481–82
Confit de Canard, 530, 531
Crisp-Braised Duck Legs with Aromatic Vegetables, 487–88
Duck Rillettes, 65–66
Ginger Duck, 480–81
Pasta with Tuscan Duck Sauce, 343–44
Preserved Duck, 530, 531
Rhubarb-Soy-Marinated Duck with Rhubarb-Ginger Compote, 468–69
Rillettes de Canard, 65–66
Roast Lemon Pepper Duck with Honey Lemon Sauce, 470
Sauce for Venison Steak for, 510
Slow-Roasted Duck, 475–76
Steamed and Crisped Duck, 476
Tip for Crisp Skin, 477
Turducken, 485–87
duck fat, rendering, 531
Duck Rillettes, 19, 28, 32, 37, 65–66, 82, 186, 192, 243, 457, 529
Dulce de Lece, 593
Dumplings, 238
E
early twentieth-century menus, 869
Easter menus, 872
éclairs
Chocolate Eclairs, 800–801
Edamame with Nori Salt, 38, 73, 92–93, 183, 203, 239, 262, 413, 423
Ed Giobbi’s Rabbit Cacciatora, 317, 461–62
Ed Giobbi’s Sweet Red Pepper Sauce for Pasta, 256, 318, 427, 461
eels
Gilbert Le Coze’s Bouillabaisse, 406–7
egg(s). See also egg whites; egg yolks; quail eggs
Baked or Shirred Eggs, 627
Bill Granger’s Scrambled Eggs, 640
Blender Eggnog, 44
Boiled Eggs, 644
Buttery Polenta with Parmesan and Olive-Oil-Fried Eggs, 645–46
Cheese Pudding Soufflés, 643–44
Chorizo Revueltos, 640–41
custards. See custard
Egg and Olive Canapés, 57
Eggnog, 22
Eggs à la Lavalette, 622–23
Eggs Eli, 624–25
Eggs Louisiana, 53–54
Eggs Suffragette, 52–53
Eggs with Mushrooms and Caraway, 624
Flourless Apricot Honey Soufflé, 846–47
Fried Eggs, 626–27
Lidia Bastianich’s Swiss Chard and Scallion Frittata, 636
An Omelet, 623
Omelet with Asparagus, 624
Plain Omelet, 627
Poached Eggs, 627
Poached Eggs with Date-Chorizo Paste, 636–37
Poached Scrambled Eggs, 645
Salade Niçoise, 178–79
Scotch Eggs, 62–63
Scrambled Eggs, 626
Scrambled Eggs with Chorizo, 640–41
Scrambled Eggs with Toast and Bacon, 638–39
Shad Roe Scramble, 625
Shell-Cooked Eggs, 626
Soft Scrambled Eggs with Pesto and Fresh Ricotta, 646
Spaghetti with Caviar, Scallions, and Chopped Egg, 337–38
Spaghetti with Fried Eggs and Roasted Peppers, 339–40
Stuffed Hard-Cooked Eggs, 56
Vinaigrette, 192
Egg and Olive Canapés, 12, 54, 56, 57, 71, 85, 124, 173, 176, 201, 515
eggnog
Blender Eggnog, 44
Eggnog, 22
egg noodles
Crunchy Noodle Kugel à la Great-Aunt Martha, 865
Noodles Romanoff, 311–12
Takeout-Style Sesame Noodles, 355–56
Turkey with Noodles Florentine, 457–58
eggplant
Broiled Lamb Leg Chops on Eggplant Planks with Mint-Yogurt Sauce, 549–50
Caponata, 226
Crostini with Eggplant and Pine Nut Puree, 78–79
Eggplant Gratin with Saffron Custard, 242
Eggplant Involtini, 256
Fish Steamed over Vegetables and Fresh Herbs, 434–35
Fried Eggplant with Salmorejo Sauce, 251–52
Moussaka, 518–19
Ratatouille Niçoise, 219–20
Ratatouille with Butternut Squash, 258
Shrimp Creole, 397
Warm Eggplant Salad with Sesame and Shallots, 203–4
Eggplant Gratin with Saffron Custard, 240, 242, 244
Eggplant Involtini, 256, 318, 330, 353, 571
Eggs à la Lavalette, 9, 622–23
Eggs Eli, 624–25
Eggs Louisiana, 40, 53–54, 96
Eggs Suffragette, 19, 25, 52–53, 53, 82, 624
Eggs with Mushrooms and Caraway, 507, 624
egg whites
Angel Food Cake, 742
Coeur à la Crème with Rhubarb Sauce, 864–65
Fontainebleau, 829
Key Lime Pie, 826–27
Pavlova, 826
Taillevent Pear Soufflé, 835–36
egg yolks
Butterscotch Pudding, 851–52
Caramel Custard, 836–37
Chocolate Eclairs, 800–801
Coffee Caramel Custard, 849
Crème Pâtissiere, 830
Le Cirque’s Crème Brûlée, 844–45
Marjolaine, 766–68
Multilayered Chocolate and Praline Cake, 766–68
Pastry Cream, 830
Pistachio Cream, 806
Pots de Crème, 815–16
Red Wine Ice Cream, 730
Salted Caramel Ice Cream, 733
Snow Pudding, 800
Zabaglione, 813
Eisenhower’s Steak in the Fire, 225, 512
Eldorado Petit’s Fried Noodles with Garlic Mayonnaise, 324–25, 437
Elizabeth Frink’s Roast Lemon Chicken, 148, 171, 232, 251, 279, 299, 328, 449, 478–79, 595
Emmental cheese
Soupe à l’Oignon Gratinée, 120–21
endive
Caramelized Endive, 238–39
Risotto with Radicchio and Sausage, 322–23
Wok-Seared Spicy Calamari Salad, 443
English Gingersnaps, 693
English Tea Cart Wafers, 693–94
English Toffee, 700
Epigram of Lamb, 85, 111, 151, 185, 202, 244, 277, 354, 509–10
Escarole with Pan-Roasted Garlic and Lemon, 151, 248–49, 317, 416, 419, 538, 542
Evelyn Sharpe’s French Chocolate Cake, 36, 136, 243, 249, 271, 296, 412, 564, 578, 752
Even-Greater American Pound Cake, 259, 788–89
F
Faki, 121–22, 180
Failproof Way to Boil Lobster, 353
Farfalle ai Porri e Salsicce, 329
Farfalle with Leeks and Sausages Sauce, 329
farro
Creamy Farro and Chickpea Soup, 143
fava beans
Hearth’s Fava Bean Salad, 202–3
fennel
Alaskan Salmon, 423
Braised Lamb Shoulder with Sheep’s-Milk Cavatelli, 570–71
Carrot and Fennel Soup, 151–52
Chicken Bouillabaisse, 488–89
Fennel, Orange, Watercress, and Walnut Salad, 186
Fennel and Apple Salad with Juniper, 189–90
Fennel and Blood Orange Salad, 195–96
Gilbert Le Coze’s Bouillabaisse, 406–7
Italian Salad, 177
Manhattan Clam Chowder with Hake and Chorizo, 158
Mezzaluna Salad, 185
Steamed Fennel with Red Pepper Oil, 263
Stewed Fennel, 245–46
Fennel, Orange, Watercress, and Walnut Salad, 66, 116, 186, 335, 349, 457, 458, 509
Fennel and Apple Salad with Juniper, 116, 189–90, 223, 357, 462, 473, 535, 557, 566, 578
Fennel and Blood Orange Salad, 77, 195–96, 311, 323, 352
fennel seeds
Speedy Fish Stew with Orange and Fennel, 133–34
fermented black beans
Clams in Black Bean Sauce, 442
Fern Berman’s Ginger and Lentil Soup, 139, 185, 187
feta cheese
Eggplant Involtini, 256
Feta Spread, 71–72
Marina Anagnostou’s Spanakopetes, 63–64
Mediterranean Lentil Salad with Lemon-Thyme Vinaigrette, 288
Roasted Feta with Thyme Honey, 92
Rosemary-Feta Salad, 186
Salade à la Grecque, 179–80
Shrimp Baked with Feta Cheese, Greek-Style, 397–98
Spinach Triangles, 63–64
Feta Spread, 34, 71–72, 195, 198, 672
Fettuccine alla Romana, 77, 171, 310–11
Fettuccine with Lobster and Herbs, 353
Fettuccine with Preserved Lemon and Roasted Garlic, 335–36, 466, 610
fiddlehead ferns
Cassolette of Morels, Fiddleheads, and Asparagus, 231
fideos
Eldorado Petit’s Fried Noodles with Garlic Mayonnaise, 324–25
field peas, dried
Hoppin’ John, 298
figs
Figs in Whiskey, 859
Pain d’Epices, 667–68
Pizza with Caramelized Onions, Figs, Bacon, and Blue Cheese, 376–78
Tomato, Fig, Goat Cheese, Basil, and Olive Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette, 199
Wedding Cake, the Delmonico Receipt, 743–44
Winter Fruit Salad, 850
Figs in Whiskey, 84, 142, 197, 352, 482, 557, 564, 859
filbert(s). See hazelnut(s)
Filbert Torte, 13, 173, 196, 317, 742–43
Filet de Boeuf Rôti with Sauce Bordelaise, 66, 186, 192, 214, 232, 273, 396, 528–29
fillings
Almond Paste Filling, 628
Blueberry or Blackberry Filling with Lemon Curd, 856
Cheese Filling, 628–29
Prune Filling, 628
Vanilla Cream Filling, 628
Finnish Bridal Cookies, 687
fish, 380–445. See also specific types of fish
recipes by category, 385–86
Arctic Char with Ancho-Shallot Butter, 444
Baked Goan Fish with Fresh Green Chile Chutney, 438–39
Bouillabaisse, 390–91
Fish Broth, 122
Fish Poached in Buttermilk, 419
Fish Soup with Vegetables, 122–23
Fish Steamed over Vegetables and Fresh Herbs, 434–35
Fish Stock, 126, 141–42
Fish Tacos, 444–45
Gilbert Le Coze’s Bouillabaisse, 406–7
Koy Pa, 436–37
Laotian Catfish Soup, 154–55
Manhattan Clam Chowder with Hake and Chorizo, 158
Minced Fish Salad, 436–37
Monkfish Encrusted with Pistachios, 403
Oven-Roasted Branzino with Hazelnut Picada, 441–42
Skate with Sautéed Spinach and Fried Potatoes, 417–18
Soupe de Poisson Jardinière, 122–23
Speedy Fish Stew with Orange and Fennel, 133–34
Steamed Fish with Thyme and Tomato Vinaigrette, 408
Thai Sole Chowder with Lima Beans and Corn, 139–40
Yucatán Fish with Crisp Garlic, 431–32
Fish Broth, 122
fish flakes
Katta Sambol, 611
Fish Poached in Buttermilk, 153, 188, 204, 213, 220, 240, 249, 328, 417, 419, 493
Fish Soup with Vegetables, 122–23
Fish Steamed over Vegetables and Fresh Herbs, 151, 240, 434–35, 537
Fish Stock, 126, 141–42
Fish Tacos, 130, 444–45
Flaky Sweet Pastry Dough, 834–35
Flat-and-Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies, 69, 194, 197, 250, 368, 372, 423, 677, 706
Flattened Potatoes, 129, 154, 176, 177, 186, 215, 226, 249, 253, 301–2, 428, 435, 442, 493, 568
flavoring syrups
Lemon Syrup, 9
Raspberry Vinegar, 14
Flemish Beef and Onion Stew, 56, 187, 283, 515
Flemish Chicken Soup, 115–16
Florence la Ganke’s Three-Day Marmalade, 604–5
Florentine Dip, 19, 58, 72
Florentines with Ginger, 177, 689–90
Florida Beets, 216, 278, 508, 527
flounder
Baked Flounder, 401–2
Fish Tacos, 444–45
Yucatán Fish with Crisp Garlic, 431–32
Flourless Apricot Honey Soufflé, 135, 180, 237, 288, 398, 550, 846–47
fluke
Bouillabaisse, 390–91
Sautéed Fluke with Grapefruit Vinaigrette, 437–38
Thai Sole Chowder with Lima Beans and Corn, 139–40
Foamy Sauce, 276, 596, 603
Foie Gras and Jam Sandwiches, 78, 363
Fontainebleau, 135, 251, 262, 295, 328, 337, 408, 510, 538, 793, 829, 864
fontina cheese
Asparagus alla Fontina, 222
Forget-It Meringue Torte, 135, 296, 422, 435, 483, 823
Four-Bean Salad, 278–79
framboise liqueur
Forget-It Meringue Torte, 823
Franny’s Clam Pizza, 363, 374–75
Franny’s Pizza Dough, 374–75
French Apple Tart, 134, 825–26
French Dressing, 554, 597
French Fries, 159, 192, 292, 434, 537, 594
French menus, 875
French Pie Pastry, 817, 825–26
French Potato Salad, 275, 277–78, 402, 464, 507, 540, 545
Fresh and Smoked Salmon Spread, 20, 28, 38, 72–73, 81, 93, 173, 270, 335, 561, 672
Fresh Blueberry Buckle, 110, 150, 154, 214, 220, 228, 275, 288, 302, 393, 566, 815
Fresh Bread Croutons, 122–23
Fresh Corn Griddle Cakes with Parmesan and Chives, 110, 294, 410, 412, 422, 566
Fresh Ginger Cake, 24, 116, 148, 223, 278, 357, 419, 454, 533, 568, 775–76
Fresh Morel, Asparagus, and Sweet Pea Risotto, 327–28, 399, 430, 509, 558
Fresh Mushrooms Stewed with Madeira, 148, 214–15, 327, 453, 552
Fresh Plum Kuchen, 17, 625–26
Fresh Raspberry (or Blackberry or Blueberry) Flummery, 118, 135, 138, 225, 227, 244, 250, 251, 257, 272, 325, 329, 408, 439, 534, 559, 802, 824–25
Fresh Ricotta, 614–15
Fresh Salmon and Lime Cakes, 58, 162, 262, 299, 420–21, 422
Fresh Succotash, 127, 147, 159, 234, 274, 275, 493, 529, 599
Fricassee of Chicken with Tarragon, 66, 112, 186, 192, 203, 214, 231, 270, 317, 456–57
Fried Artichokes Azzurro, 229, 281, 321, 335, 341, 345, 405, 459, 558, 562, 571
Fried Chickpeas, 23, 38, 86, 88, 91, 95, 132, 252, 310, 334, 429, 437, 440, 578
Fried Corn, 150, 173, 274–75, 409, 422, 474, 536
Fried Eggplant with Salmorejo Sauce, 113, 138, 251–52
Fried Eggs, 626–27
Fried Green Tomatoes, 173, 212, 272, 275, 402, 539, 568
Fried Mussels with Almond-Garlic Sauce, 154, 439–40
Fried Olives, 11, 19, 36, 37, 42, 87, 88, 113, 132, 173, 187, 193, 194, 200, 316, 317, 329, 337, 345, 406, 462, 520, 560, 564, 567
Fried Oysters with Creamy Tartar Sauce, 34, 35, 36, 39, 405–6
Fried Radishes, 202, 214, 215, 319
Fried Sage Leaves, 18, 20, 87, 87–88, 187
Fried Sambal Wings with Cucumber Cream, 494
Fried Sweetbreads with Maître d’Hôtel Sauce, 192, 277, 506–7
Fried Zucchini Blossoms, 147, 243–44, 321, 322, 329, 330
frisée
Diane Forley’s Arugula Salad with Artichoke, Ricotta Salata, and Pumpkin Seeds, 188
A Loose Interpretation of Cobb Salad, 193–94
Roast Chicken with Bread Salad, 467–68
Sautéed Fluke with Grapefruit Vinaigrette, 437–38
Tomato, Fig, Goat Cheese, Basil, and Olive Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette, 199
frittatas
Lidia Bastianich’s Swiss Chard and Scallion Frittata, 636
fritters
Green Pea Fritters, 270
Plum Fritters, 865–66
fromage blanc
Morning Bread Pudding, 639–40
fromage frais
Morning Bread Pudding, 639–40
frozen desserts. See also ice(s); ice cream; sherbet; sorbet
Bittersweet Chocolate Semifreddo, 727
Frozen Lemon Soufflé, 725–26
Frozen Meringue Velvet, 723–24
Tortoni, 720–21
Frozen Lemon Soufflé, 124, 184, 239, 273, 299, 390, 491, 523, 725–26
Frozen Meringue Velvet, 171, 489, 535, 565, 723–24, 743
fruit. See candied fruit and peels; specific fruits
fruitcakes
Panforte, 765–66
Traditional Sienese Fruitcake, 765–66
Fruit Crostatas, 110, 118, 161, 194, 219, 311, 331, 479, 569, 855–56
Fruit Marlow, 723
Fruit or Berry Tart, 66, 110, 186, 192, 376, 457, 829–30
Fyrstekake, 22, 629–30
G
galettes
Apple Galette, 843
game, 446–49. See also antelope; quail; rabbit; squab; venison
recipes by category, 450, 451
Garden Minestrone, 118–19, 314, 427, 455, 468, 560
garlic
Bagna Cauda, 58–59
Braised Lamb Shoulder with Sheep’s-Milk Cavatelli, 570–71
Catalan Tortilla with Aioli, 86–87
Chicken and Lemon Terrine, 495–96
Escarole with Pan-Roasted Garlic and Lemon, 248–49
Fettuccine with Preserved Lemon and Roasted Garlic, 335–36
Garlic Croutons, 175
Garlic Soup, 130–31
Garlic Toast Slices, 182
Gigot à la Provençal et Gratin de Pommes de Terre, 537–38
Gremolata, 536
James Beard’s Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic, 469–70
Laotian Catfish Soup, 154–55
Leg of Lamb with Potato Gratin, 537–38
Rabbit Soup with Garlic, Peppers, and Chorizo, 152
Romesco Sauce, 610–11
Salsa, 428
Salt-Roasted Striped Bass with Salsa de la Boca, 427–28
Sautéed Cod with Potatoes in Chorizo-Mussel Broth, 428–29
Soupe à l’Ail, 130–31
Spring Lamb Salad with Pea Shoots and Sugar Snap Peas, 580–81
String Beans with Ginger and Garlic, 260
Yucatán Fish with Crisp Garlic, 431–32
Garlic Croutons, 175
Garlic Soup, 130–31, 185, 480, 546, 568, 579
Garlic Toast Slices, 182
Gâteau de Crepes, 125, 158, 203, 438, 750, 785–86
gazpacho
Gazpacho with Cucumber Granita, 161–62
Green Gazpacho, 160–61
Málaga Gazpacho, 112–13
Thomas Keller’s Gazpacho, 146–47
Watermelon Gazpacho, 150
Gazpacho with Cucumber Granita, 113, 137, 161–62, 335, 421
Gently Cooked Salmon with Mashed Potatoes, 147, 184, 204, 213, 231, 415–16
Georgia Pecan Turkey Salad, 473
German menus, 876
German Toast, 621
ghee
Aloo Kofta, 74–75
Gigi Salad, 118, 158, 184, 230, 279, 396
Gigot à la Provençal et Gratin de Pommes de Terre, 248, 537–38
Gilbert Le Coze’s Bouillabaisse, 390, 406–7
gin
Astoria Cocktail, 18
The Cuke, 39–40
Delft Blue Cocktail, 43
Gin Rickey, 21–22
Improved Holland Gin Cocktail, 39
Junipero Gibson with Pickled Red Onion, 33–34
Martini, 35
Ramos Gin Fizz, 15–16
Saketini, 37–38
Singapore Sling, 23–24
The Vesper, 34
ginger
Basmati Rice with Coconut Milk and Ginger, 339
Beet and Ginger Soup with Cucumber, 150–51
Brisket in Sweet-and-Sour Sauce, 565–66
Broccoli Puree with Ginger, 253
Clear Steamed Chicken Soup with Ginger, 145–46
Fern Berman’s Ginger and Lentil Soup, 139
Florentines with Ginger, 689–90
Fresh Ginger Cake, 775–76
Fried Sambal Wings with Cucumber Cream, 494
Ginger Cordial, 10
Ginger Daiquiri, 36–37
Ginger Duck, 480–81
Ginger Lemonade, 26
Gingersnaps, 679–80
Jerk Chicken, 496–97
Poached Pears with Asian Spices, 856–57
Pork and Watermelon Salad, 574–75
Rhubarb-Ginger Compote, 190, 203, 468, 607
String Beans with Ginger and Garlic, 260
Vietnamese-Style Beef Stock, 144
ginger beer
Moscow Mule, 20–21
Ginger Cordial, 10
Ginger Daiquiri, 36–37, 60, 61, 71, 111, 124
Ginger Duck, 150, 187, 203, 239, 276, 296, 480–81
Ginger Lemonade, 26, 38, 51, 61, 89, 399, 433, 493, 496, 583
gingersnaps
Dick Taeuber’s Cordial Pie, 817–19
Gingersnaps, 461, 679–80, 808
Gin Rickey, 21–22, 51, 57, 85, 90, 388
Glazed Mango with Sour Cream Sorbet and Black Pepper, 140, 155, 490, 555, 850–51
gnocchi
Potato Gnocchi, 340–41
goat
Goat Tacos, 576
Nueces Canyon Cabrito, 576
goat cheese
Alice Waters’s Baked Goat Cheese with Salad, 181–82
Cheese Ball with Cumin, Mint, and Pistachios, 85
Chez Panisse Calzone, 369–70
Cremini Mushroom Pasta with Wilted Arugula, Goat Cheese, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 334–35
Cucumber–Goat Cheese Dip with Radishes and Scallions, 70–71
Goat’s-Milk Cheese, Buttered Brown Bread, and Salted Onion, 75
Peppadew Martini, 40–41
Spring Lamb Salad with Pea Shoots and Sugar Snap Peas, 580–81
Swiss Chard Casserole with Farfalle and Cheeses, 335
Tomato, Fig, Goat Cheese, Basil, and Olive Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette, 199
Warm Cabbage Salad with Goat Cheese and Capers, 183
goat’s milk
Chestnut Soup, 133
Goat’s-Milk Cheese, Buttered Brown Bread, and Salted Onion, 12, 34, 52, 56, 75, 153
Goat Tacos, 20, 68, 71, 130, 282, 375, 576
Golden Winter Puree, 235, 482, 564
Gooey Chocolate Stack, 158, 541, 564, 778–79
Gorgonzola cheese
Arugula, Pear, and Gorgonzola Salad, 187
Conchiglie al Forno with Mushrooms and Radicchio, 325–26
Pizza with Caramelized Onions, Figs, Bacon, and Blue Cheese, 376–78
gougères
Nicole Kaplan’s Gougères, 76
graham cracker crumbs
Banana Cream Pie, 863–64
Dick Taeuber’s Cordial Pie, 817–19
Hazelnut Cheesecake, 753–54
Ice Cream Pie, 726
Junior’s Cheesecake, 771
Key Lime Pie, 826–27
Lindy’s Cheesecake, 757–58
Mocha Cheesecake, 756
Mrs. Foster’s Frosty Lime Pie, 724–25
grains. See barley; bulgur; corn; grits; hominy; oats; rice
grains of paradise
Bloody Paradise, 30–31
Grand Central Pan Roast, 175, 393–94
Grandma Tedesco’s Mussels and Gravy, 414–15
granita. See ice(s)
grape(s)
New England Grape Butter, 600–601
Rosemary-Feta Salad, 186
Sangria, 23
White Gazpacho with Almonds and Grapes, 137–38
grapefruit
Florence la Ganke’s Three-Day Marmalade, 604–5
Grapefruit and Meyer Lemon Marmalade, 611–12
Grapefruit Fluff, 809
Grapefruit Granita, 731
Grapefruit Wine, 37
Sautéed Fluke with Grapefruit Vinaigrette, 437–38
Vin de Pamplemousse, 37
Grapefruit and Meyer Lemon Marmalade, 611–12
Grapefruit Fluff, 112, 138, 212, 418, 576, 809
Grapefruit Granita, 151, 183, 204, 234, 239, 259, 287, 334, 340, 375, 442, 556, 715, 731
Grapefruit Wine, 37, 66, 69, 87, 118, 179, 186, 192, 198, 367, 426
grape leaves
Iraqi Grape Leaves Stuffed with Lamb, Mint, and Cinnamon, 510–11
grappa
Pork Arrosto with Prunes and Grappa, 577–78
Sea Bass in Grappa, 443
gratin(s)
Cabbage and Potato Gratin with Mustard Bread Crumbs, 298–99
Gratin of Yams and Chipotle Cream, 291
Madame Laracine’s Gratin Dauphinois, 284–85
Potato, Shiitake, and Brie Gratin, 285–86
Gratin of Yams and Chipotle Cream, 129, 192, 291, 551
gravlax
The Minimalist’s Gravlax, 418–19
Great Northern beans
Stewed Lamb Shanks with White Beans and Rosemary, 542
Greek Lentil Soup, 121–22, 180
green beans
Gigi Salad, 184
Green Bean Salad with Savory Topping, 177–78
Green Beans with Coriander-Coconut Crust, 246–47
Haricots Verts with Balsamic Vinaigrette, 231–32
Le Cirque’s Spaghetti Primavera, 314–16
Pasta, Green Beans, and Potatoes with Pesto, 331
Rachel’s Green Beans with Dill, 251
Salade Niçoise, 178–79
Shrimp, Bacon, and Green Bean Salad, 184
String Beans with Ginger and Garlic, 260
Trenette, Fagiolini, e Patate al Pesto, 331
Ventresca Tuna Salad, 426–27
Green Bean Salad with Savory Topping, 112, 118, 150, 177–78
Green Beans with Coriander-Coconut Crust, 67, 155, 246–47, 291, 452, 495, 553
green cabbage
Cabbage and Potato Gratin with Mustard Bread Crumbs, 298–99
Chow-Chow, 593–94
Docks Coleslaw, 191–92
Fish Tacos, 444–45
Paul Steindler’s Cabbage Soup, 124–25
Green Gazpacho, 113, 137, 160–61, 224, 280
Green Goddess Salad, 56, 108, 158, 176–77, 257, 314, 367, 370, 458, 465, 492, 557, 624
Green Herb Stew, 312, 317, 533
Green Lentils with Roasted Beets and Preserved Lemon, 267, 289–90
Green Mayonnaise, 597
green olives
Caponata, 226
Moroccan Chicken Smothered in Olives, 482
Pan Bagnat, 376
Salade Niçoise, 178–79
Green Pea Fritters, 202, 244, 270, 389, 493, 509
Green Pepper Salad, 172–73, 279, 535, 539
Green Tomato and Lemon Marmalade, 614, 659
Green Tomato Pizza, 371–72, 401
Gremolata, 535, 536
griddle cakes. See pancakes
Grilled Beef, 68, 581
Grilled Hanger Steak, 119, 146, 173, 177, 198, 215, 226, 249, 260, 356, 401, 551–52
Grilled Leg of Lamb with Mustard Seeds, 226, 232, 544
Grilled Moroccan Sardines, 424
Grilled Onion Guacamole, 24, 35, 71, 131, 287
grits
“Breakfast” Shrimp and Grits, 641–42
Buttery Polenta with Parmesan and Olive-Oil-Fried Eggs, 645–46
grouper
Speedy Fish Stew with Orange and Fennel, 133–34
Gruyère cheese
Asparagus alla Fontina, 222
Cheese Pudding Soufflés, 643–44
Craig Claiborne’s Swiss Fondue, 55–56
Croque-Monsieur, 372–73
Madame Laracine’s Gratin Dauphinois, 284–85
The Most Voluptuous Cauliflower, 241
Nicole Kaplan’s Gougères, 76
Shallot Pudding, 247
Welsh Rarebit, 365
Guacamole Tostadas, 20, 24, 35, 67–68, 282, 375, 445, 521, 548, 582, 583
H
hake
Manhattan Clam Chowder with Hake and Chorizo, 158
halibut
Bouillabaisse, 390–91
Fish Poached in Buttermilk, 419
Halibut with Parsley-Shellfish Sauce, 425–26
Nina Simonds’s Broiled Halibut with Miso Glaze, 413
Halibut with Parsley-Shellfish Sauce, 193, 227, 425–26
ham. See also pancetta
Chickpea, Sparerib, and Chorizo Stew, 578–79
Choucroute à l’Alsacienne, 513
Cocido, 578–79
Croque-Monsieur, 372–73
Eggs Eli, 624–25
Macaroni with Ham and Cheese, 319–20
Maida Heatter’s Cuban Black Beans and Rice, 281–82
Monte’s Ham, 548
Paul Prudhomme’s Cajun-Style Gumbo, 125–27
Potato, Ham, and Piquillo Pepper Croquetas, 94–95
Pumpkin–Black Bean Soup, 128–29
Stuffed Clams, 400–401
Stuffed Tomatoes, 213–14
Veal Shanks with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, 540–41
Hanoi Beef Soup, 144–45, 443
Hanukkah menus, 872
haricots verts. See green beans
Haricots Verts with Balsamic Vinaigrette, 231–32, 285, 294, 312, 483, 516, 527, 544, 561, 573
hazelnut(s)
Bittersweet Chocolate Semifreddo, 727
Buttery French TV Snacks, 711
Cornmeal Biscotti, 696–97
Croq-Télé, 711
Filbert Torte, 742–43
Frozen Meringue Velvet, 723–24
Hazelnut Baklava, 706–7
Hazelnut Cheesecake, 753–54
Hazelnut-Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes, 644–45
Marjolaine, 766–68
Multilayered Chocolate and Praline Cake, 766–68
Oven-Roasted Branzino with Hazelnut Picada, 441–42
Pain d’Epices, 667–68
Panforte, 765–66
Ricotta Crostini with Lemon Zest and Hazelnut, 94
Romesco Sauce, 610–11
Traditional Sienese Fruitcake, 765–66
Hazelnut Baklava, 38, 64, 121, 180, 195, 242, 311, 341, 352, 398, 519, 550, 706–7
Hazelnut Cheesecake, 528, 753–54
Hazelnut-Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes, 30, 644–45
Hearth’s Fava Bean Salad, 190, 202–3, 241, 295, 316, 319, 341, 374, 400, 581
Heavenly Chocolate Roll, 755–56
Heavenly Hots, 30, 634–35
Heirloom Pea Pancakes, 190, 203, 295, 419
Herbed French Fries, 292
Herbed Mayonnaise with Cornichons, 595
Herb-Stuffed Lamb Chops, 514, 514
Herb Vinaigrette, 430, 559
High-Temperature Roast Lamb, 85, 137, 162, 204, 296, 526, 594, 595, 596
Himmelreich, 539–40
hog jowl
Hoppin’ John, 298
Holiday Cranberry Chutney, 218, 276, 475, 523, 608–9
Holiday Punch, 32, 66, 82
Homemade Butter and Buttermilk, 587, 613–14, 859
hominy. See also grits
Border Town Hunter’s Stew with Antelope (or Venison), Poblanos, Pumpkin, and Hominy, 571–72
An Honest Loaf of French Bread, 123, 142, 181, 662–63
honey
Chinese Barbecued Spareribs, 517–18
Flourless Apricot Honey Soufflé, 846–47
Hazelnut Baklava, 706–7
Honey-Orange Smoothie, 29
Honey Spice Cookies, 685
Pistachio-Honey Rolls Stuffed with Blue Cheese, 666
Ricotta Crostini with Pine Nuts and Honey, 94
Roasted Feta with Thyme Honey, 92
Roast Lemon Pepper Duck with Honey Lemon Sauce, 470
Sweet-and-Salty Popcorn with Orange Blossom Honey, 76–77
honeydew melon
Chilled Corn Soup with Honeydew Polka Dots, 153–54
Chilled Melon Soup with Toasted Almonds, 140
Honey-Orange Smoothie, 29, 622, 633, 643, 647
Honey Spice Cookies, 69, 72, 180, 226, 409, 550, 685, 702
Hoppers, 349, 392, 436, 439, 452, 546, 611
Hoppin’ John, 298, 529
hors d’oeuvres, 46–96. See also dips; spreads
recipes by category, 49–50
Aloo Kofta, 74–75
Anchovy Canapés, 51
Avocado Sandowsky, 54
Beef Satay with Peanut Sauce, 66–67
Blue Cheese Cheesecake, 61–62
Brie with Herbs in Bread, 69
Buckwheat Blini with Crème Fraîche and Caviar, 81–82
Caramelized Bacon, 93
Catalan Tortilla with Aioli, 86–87
Cheese Straws, 79–80
Chinese Pork Balls, 59–60
Craig Claiborne’s Swiss Fondue, 55–56
Crostini Romani, 77
Crostini with Eggplant and Pine Nut Puree, 78–79
Cucumber Sandwiches, 56
Egg and Olive Canapés, 57
Eggs Louisiana, 53–54
Eggs Suffragette, 52–53
Foie Gras and Jam Sandwiches, 78
Fried Chickpeas, 88
Fried Olives, 87
Goat’s-Milk Cheese, Buttered Brown Bread, and Salted Onion, 75
Guacamole Tostadas, 67–68
Hot Cheese Olives, 83
Marina Anagnostou’s Spanakopetes, 63–64
Nicole Kaplan’s Gougères, 76
Onion Rings, 61
Pan con Tomate, 91–92
Parmesan Crackers, 84
Pickled Shrimp, 95–96
Pork-and-Toasted-Rice-Powder Spring Rolls, 74
Pork Belly Tea Sandwiches, 88–89
Potato, Ham, and Piquillo Pepper Croquetas, 94–95
Ricotta Crostini with Fresh Thyme and Dried Oregano, 93–94
Ricotta Crostini with Lemon Zest and Hazelnut, 94
Ricotta Crostini with Pine Nuts and Honey, 94
Roasted Feta with Thyme Honey, 92
Saucisson Soûl, 67
Scotch Eggs, 62–63
Seasoned Olives, 90
Shrimp Canapés à la Suede, 57
Shrimp Toast, 60–61
Smoked Mackerel on Toasts, 80–81
Sophie Grigson’s Parmesan Cake, 69–70
Spinach Triangles, 63–64
Stuffed Hard-Cooked Eggs, 56
Toasted Mushroom Rolls, 72
Toasts with Walnut Sauce, 73–74
horseradish
Horseradish Sauce, 594
New York Strip Steak with Horseradish-Mint Glaze, 566
Sauce Rémoulade (for Shrimp), 601–2
Spicy New England Pot Roast, 523
Sugar Snap Peas with Horseradish, 259
Horseradish Sauce, 594
Hot Buttered Rum, 24, 77
Hot Cheese Olives, 18, 19, 35, 52, 55, 56, 61, 67, 83, 93, 185, 201, 391, 476, 524
Hot Chocolate, 29–30
Hot Cross Buns, 654
hot Italian sausage
Lasagna, 342
Paella, 309–10
Poivrons Verts Farcis, 223–24
Sausage, Bean, and Corn Stew, 538–39
Stuffed Green Peppers, 223–24
Stuffed Tomatoes, 213–14
Hot Penne with Chilled Tomato Sauce and Charred Tuna, 140, 322
Hot Pepper Shrimp, 26, 131, 282, 403–4, 452
hot-weather menus, 878
How to Render Duck Fat, 531
Huguenot Torte, 204, 276, 344, 594, 750
Hummus bi Tahini, 68–69, 89, 511, 550
Hunan Beef with Cumin, 146, 356, 575
Huntington Pudding, 106, 141, 181, 202, 354, 469, 802–3
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ice(s)
Almond Granita, 731–32
Clove Granita, 727
Grapefruit Granita, 731
Orange Ice, 717
Raspberry Granita, 719–20
Vanilla Plum Ice, 734
Iceberg Lettuce with Smoked Bacon and Buttermilk Dressing, 145, 160, 200–201, 255, 271, 295, 464, 472, 492, 555, 656
Ice-Cold Tomatoes with Basil, 234, 332, 411, 464, 534
ice cream
Baked Alaska, 721
Blackberry Ice Cream with Candied Lemon Zest, 729
Blueberry Ice Cream, 726
Brown Sugar Ice Cream, 721–22
Cherry Spumoni, 732–33
Coffee Ice Cream Sundae, 722–23
Coupe Lena Horne, 722–23
Fruit Marlow, 723
Grapefruit Fluff, 809
Ice Cream Pie, 726
Lemon Lotus Ice Cream, 724
Licorice Ice Cream, 728
Mango Ice Cream, 729
Mrs. Foster’s Frosty Lime Pie, 724–25
Nesselrode Pudding, 718
Pistachio Gelato, 730–31
Red Wine Ice Cream, 730
Salted Caramel Ice Cream, 733
Sour Cream Ice Cream, 730
Strawberry Ice Cream, 722
Tea Ice Cream (A Massachusetts Receipt), 717
Ice Cream Pie, 537, 726
Iced Cocoa, 18
Iced Coffee, 17
iced tea
Jay Grelen’s Southern Iced Tea, 27–28
ice wine
Poisson à l’Huile, 387
Salmon with Sauternes and Olive Oil, 387
Improved Holland Gin Cocktail, 39, 43, 61, 82, 406, 509, 743
An Incredible Date-Nut Bread, 661–62
Indian Pudding, 603, 604, 809
Individual Apple Tarts, 128, 142, 470, 532, 834–35
ingredient sources, 879–81
’ino’s Tuna with Black Olive Pesto Panini, 9, 147, 373–74
Intense Chocolate Cake, 225, 338, 512, 763
Iraqi Grape Leaves Stuffed with Lamb, Mint, and Cinnamon, 69, 89, 226, 510–11
Irish Coffee, 21
Irish whiskey
Dick Taeuber’s Cordial Pie, 817–19
Irish Coffee, 21
Ismail Merchant’s Spinach Puree, 229–30, 294, 299, 523, 546
Ismail Merchant’s Very Hot Chicken Soup, 138, 171
Italian Beef Stew with Rosemary, 59, 84, 341, 522
Italian menus, 875
Italian Roast Potatoes, 128, 151, 163, 181, 198, 227, 234, 256, 258, 259, 300, 330, 399, 443, 454, 459, 466, 491, 526, 528, 562, 568
Italian Salad, 177, 462
Italian sausage. See also hot Italian sausage; sweet Italian sausage
Bacon Explosion, 583
J
Jalapeño Corn-Bread Muffins, 130
jam(s), jellies, and marmalades
recipes by category, 588
Bordeaux Jelly, 593
Florence la Ganke’s Three-Day Marmalade, 604–5
Foie Gras and Jam Sandwiches, 78
Grapefruit and Meyer Lemon Marmalade, 611–12
Green Tomato and Lemon Marmalade, 614
New England Grape Butter, 600–601
Orange Marmalade Pudding, 803
Plum Jam, 590
Rhubarb Marmalade, 589
Strawberry Jam, 590–91
Tomato Jelly, 595
Jamaican Rice with Coconut and Red Beans, 357, 496
James Beard’s Champagne Punch, 28–29, 61, 66, 186, 192, 295, 371, 419
James Beard’s Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic, 136, 217, 241, 317, 469–70, 482
James Beard’s Pureed Parsnips, 236–37, 470, 477
Janice Okun’s Buffalo Chicken Wings, 85, 464–65
Janson’s Temptation, 278, 527
Jasmine Tea Rice, 140, 253, 260, 354, 392, 401, 413, 423, 452, 460, 461, 469, 484, 495, 553, 555, 575
Jay Grelen’s Southern Iced Tea, 27–28, 179, 194, 258, 433, 464, 474, 583
Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s Crab Salad, 146, 329, 415
Jean Halberstam’s Deep-Fried Peaches, 127, 130, 140, 275, 280, 322, 474, 860
Jean Yves Legarve’s Spaghetti with Lemon and Asparagus Sauce, 173, 226, 319, 550, 581
Jellied Strawberry Pie, 135, 192, 274, 529, 551, 811–12
jelly. See jam(s), jellies, and marmalades
Jennifer’s Moroccan Tea, 33, 181, 187, 200, 558
Jerk Chicken, 496–97
Jerusalem artichokes
Palestine Soup, 106–7
John Berwald’s Dry Rub, 607
Johnnycake, 622
Jonathan Waxman’s Red Pepper Pancakes, 149, 154, 199, 228, 417
Jordan Marsh’s Blueberry Muffins, 29, 635–36
Joyce Goldstein’s Pickled Salmon, 281, 404–5
Judson Grill’s Berry Clafoutis with Crème Fraîche, 66, 186, 192, 440, 457, 844
Judy Rodgers’s Warm Bread Salad, 118, 198, 431, 442
Julia Harrison Adams’s Pimento Cheese Spread, 16, 18, 35, 64–65, 96, 397, 402, 408, 464, 474, 551, 656, 758
July 4 menus, 873
Jumbles, 681
Junior’s Cheesecake, 201, 230, 251, 285, 392, 512, 771
juniper berries
Fennel and Apple Salad with Juniper, 189–90
Junipero Gibson with Pickled Red Onion, 33–34, 55, 75, 90, 91
K
Kaffir Lime Lemonade, 26–27, 67, 74, 89, 140, 392, 436, 452, 490, 496, 552, 555
Katharine McClinton’s Foursome Pancakes, 633
Kathleen Claiborne’s Hot Cakes, 69–70, 633–34
Katta Sambol, 349, 436, 611
kelp
Alaskan Salmon, 423
ketjap manis
Beef Satay with Peanut Sauce, 66–67
Pork and Watermelon Salad, 574–75
Pork Belly Tea Sandwiches, 88–89
Key Lime Pie, 127, 131, 255, 279, 301, 397, 491, 548, 826–27, 834
kidney beans
Four-Bean Salad, 278–79
kids’ birthday party menus, 877
kielbasa
Clambake in a Pot, 422–23
Saucisson Soûl, 67
Kir Royale 38, 28, 73, 76, 192, 295, 407, 578
kirsch
Black Forest Cake, 754–55
Craig Claiborne’s Swiss Fondue, 55–56
Filbert Torte, 742–43
Forget-It Meringue Torte, 823
Grapefruit Fluff, 809
Rhubarb-Strawberry Mousse, 835
kiwis
Pavlova, 826
kombu
Alaskan Salmon, 423
Königsberger Klopse, 278, 312, 526–27
Kosher Pickles the Right Way, 292, 537, 608
Koy Pa, 155, 436–37, 575
kumquat(s)
Kumquat-Clementine Cordial, 42
Mi Quang, 349–50
Rice Noodles with Shrimp, Herbs, and Fried Pork Rinds, 349–50
Kumquat-Clementine Cordial, 42, 70, 81, 87, 94, 96, 468
L
Labor Day menus, 873
ladyfingers
Balducci’s Tiramisù, 830–31
Laggtarta, 172, 750–51
lamb
Arnaki Araka, 550
Bobotie, 532
Braised Lamb Shoulder with Sheep’s-Milk Cavatelli, 570–71
Broiled Lamb Chops, 514
Broiled Lamb Leg Chops on Eggplant Planks with Mint-Yogurt Sauce, 549–50
Crown Roast of Lamb, 513
Delmonico Hash, 507
Epigram of Lamb, 509–10
Gigot à la Provençal et Gratin de Pommes de Terre, 537–38
Grilled Leg of Lamb with Mustard Seeds, 544
Herb-Stuffed Lamb Chops, 514
High-Temperature Roast Lamb, 526
Iraqi Grape Leaves Stuffed with Lamb, Mint, and Cinnamon, 510–11
Lamb in Mustard Mascarpone Sauce, 564–65
Lamb Shoulder Chops with Anchovy and Mint Butter, 567–68
Lamb with Peas, 550
Leg of Lamb with Potato Gratin, 537–38
Moussaka, 518–19
Roman Lamb, 542–43
Scotch Broth, 116–17
Seared Loin Lamb Chops with Olives and Soft Polenta, 556
Spoon Lamb, 546
Spring Lamb Salad with Pea Shoots and Sugar Snap Peas, 580–81
Stewed Lamb Shanks with White Beans and Rosemary, 542
Tibs, 545–46
Lamb in Mustard Mascarpone Sauce, 253, 564–65
Lamb Shoulder Chops with Anchovy and Mint Butter, 150, 162, 172, 193, 194, 288, 356, 567–68
Lamb with Peas, 69, 89, 111, 180, 278, 293, 511, 550
Laotian Catfish Soup, 27, 154–55, 358, 383, 436, 443
Larb Gai, 494, 497
Larded Potatoes à la New York Times, 271, 579
Lasagna, 177, 342, 518
lassis
Mango Lassi, 27
Sweet (or Savory) Lassi, 25–26
Last-of-the-Summer Pesto, 535, 614
Latin American menus, 877
Latkes, 136, 216, 280–81, 405, 566, 573
Lattich Salat, Warme, 116, 171–72, 201, 241, 286, 511
Laura Goodenough’s Apple Coffee Cake, 631–32, 769
Le Cirque’s Crème Brûlée, 316, 489, 844–45
Le Cirque’s Spaghetti Primavera, 314–16, 461
leek(s)
Chicken Bouillabaisse, 488–89
Crème Senegalese, 124
Curried Cream of Chicken Soup, 124
Farfalle ai Porri e Salsicce, 329
Farfalle with Leeks and Sausages Sauce, 329
Fish Soup with Vegetables, 122–23
Flemish Chicken Soup, 115–16
Gilbert Le Coze’s Bouillabaisse, 406–7
Leek and Shiitake Bread Pudding, 244–45
Leeks Vinaigrette, 217
Lobster Shepherd’s Pie, 412
Pistou Soup, 135
Potage Parisien with Sorrel Cream, 148–49
Savory Bread Pudding, 242–43
Soupe de Poisson Jardinière, 122–23
Spoon Lamb, 546
Vichyssoise à la Ritz, 111–12
Waterzooi, 115–16
Leek and Shiitake Bread Pudding, 244–45, 420, 569
Leeks Vinaigrette, 217, 352, 534, 559
Lee Lum’s Lemon Chicken, 459–60, 479
Lee’s Marlborough Tart, 216, 277, 395, 418, 571, 816–17
Leg of Lamb with Potato Gratin, 248, 537–38
lemonade
Ginger Lemonade, 26
Kaffir Lime Lemonade, 26–27
Roman Punch, 12
Lemon-Almond Butter Cake, 112, 152, 263, 341, 466, 780
lemon(s) and lemon juice. See also preserved lemon(s)
Almendrados, 707–8
Almond and Buttermilk Sorbet, 733–34
Almond-Lemon Macaroons, 707–8
Avocado and Beet Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette, 193
Blackberry Ice Cream with Candied Lemon Zest, 729
Blueberry Ice Cream, 726
Blueberry or Blackberry Filling with Lemon Curd, 856
Bosiljka Marich’s Serbian Torte, 751–52
Chez Panisse Meyer Lemon Meringue Pie, 833–34
Chicken and Lemon Terrine, 495–96
Chicken Roasted with Sour Cream, Lemon Juice, and Mango Chutney, 480
Chopped Salad of Romaine, Arugula, Dill, and Lemon, 195
Chopped Salad with Lemon Zest Vinaigrette, 188–89
Choresh Qormeh Sabzi, 533
Cilantro Sauce, 471
Elizabeth Frink’s Roast Lemon Chicken, 478–79
Escarole with Pan-Roasted Garlic and Lemon, 248–49
Fettuccine with Lobster and Herbs, 353
Florence la Ganke’s Three-Day Marmalade, 604–5
Frozen Lemon Soufflé, 725–26
Ginger Lemonade, 26
Glazed Mango with Sour Cream Sorbet and Black Pepper, 850–51
Grapefruit and Meyer Lemon Marmalade, 611–12
Grapefruit Wine, 37
Green Herb Stew, 533
Green Tomato and Lemon Marmalade, 614
Gremolata, 536
Hazelnut-Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes, 644–45
Holiday Cranberry Chutney, 608–9
Hummus bi Tahini, 68–69
’ino’s Tuna with Black Olive Pesto Panini, 373–74
James Beard’s Champagne Punch, 28–29
Jean Yves Legarve’s Spaghetti with Lemon and Asparagus Sauce, 319
Kaffir Lime Lemonade, 26–27