Savoury aromatics, such as shallot, garlic and ginger, soften the sweetness of this blended chutney.
Ginger and honey make perfect partners for carrots. Cumin seeds add novel texture and colour.
There's a tang of vinegar and a touch of ginger in this streamlined version of sauerbraten.
Beef simmering short ribs make a flavourful stew when slow-cooked gently with root vegetables and aromatic Asian spices. You can replace the white turnips with about one-quarter of a small rutabaga, sliced thinly into bite-size pieces. Note: For this slow-cooker version, be sure to slice the turnips thinly.
A thin pat of butter mixed with flavourings, such as fresh herbs, is a classic topping for grilled meats and vegetables.
Gobble up this sweet rice pudding as soon as it's ready, because it thickens and loses its creaminess quickly. The half vanilla bean we call for in the ingredient list should be halved crosswise; if you halve it lengthwise, the moist seeds of the unused half will quickly dry out and lose their flavour.
Make this entire meal in one Dutch oven by cooking each element consecutively. The sauce is enhanced by the browned bits that are left in the pan after cooking the steaks. The couscous takes minutes to prepare, making this dinner a go-to for time-pressed evenings.
