Halloween Sugar Cookies
My mother made sugar cookies three times a year: on Halloween, Valentine's Day, and at Christmas. My favorites were always the pumpkin shaped…
Susan’s Mexican Pickled Vegetables
Sadly, Susan's Mexican Pickled Vegetables is one of the Thanksgiving 2012 menu items that just didn’t get photographed, so bear with the…
Drumstick Mole
We're finally onto the main course: Drumstick Mole. For Mexican Thanksgiving 2012, I served this drumstick mole from Fine Cooking. Drumstick…
Poblano Potato Gratin
This Poblano Potato Gratin has become a holiday favorite. I made it originally for Mexican Thanksgiving 2012 and it was so good (and popular) that it…
Brussels Sprouts and Apple Slaw
This Brussels Sprouts and Apple Slaw is a great example of traditional Thanksgiving ingredients and flavors used to update the wonderful cabbage…
Tequila Cranberry Relish
This Tequila Cranberry Relish is a variation on the cranberry relish my mom always makes. People often ask about her secret recipe, but it’s really…
Cornbread Stuffing with Cotija, Figs and Sage
When I set myself upon a Mexican menu, I knew that all of those cornbread stuffing recipes I’d seen over the years would finally have their day in…
Apple Cider Cream Pie
I think this Apple Cider Cream Pie one of the recipes I’ve made in the past few years with a name that doesn’t do it justice. Cream pies in…
Cranberry Caramel Tarts
I absolutely adore these Cranberry Caramel Tarts. This was one of those desserts that I knew would be a favorite of mine, even before I tried it. And…
Sweet Potato Purée with Curry Puffed Grains
This is the first peek at my Thanksgiving 2013 menu in the form of Sweet Potato Purée with Curry Puffed Grains. I'm sharing it so that I can post…
Tart and Spicy Ginger Spritz Mocktail
With all of the busy Thanksgiving posting and leftover making, I haven’t shared a cocktail in awhile, so I'm rectifying that today with a Tart and…
Snowstorm Hot Chocolate
Today it’s the first big snow in Philly (and lots of other places, I’m sure) and with that came Snowstorm Hot Chocolate. If you were watching the…
Grasshopper Brownies
Holiday sweets are on the menu here at Dirty Laundry Kitchen including Grasshopper Brownies, a family favorite. I know we all have lots of parties…
Winter’s Eve Mice Cookies
While it’s true that there are lots and lots of cookies already hanging around in offices and lounges everywhere, I promise you’re going to need…
Norwegian Almond Bars
Close in time to making these Norwegian Almond Bars, my sister asked me to rank pistachios, cashews, peanuts and almonds in order of preference. I…
Grandpa P.O.’s Nog! – Eggnog
This Grandpa P.O.'s Nog! - Eggnog is the real deal. Grandfather Peter Olaf Peterson's recipe. Raw eggs. Real cream. 100 proof wild turkey. It’s not…
Danish Puffs
The second almond dessert of the week, as promised: Danish Puffs. The flaky crust, the custardy egg puff that is pâte à choux, the buttery sweet…
Cranberry Butternut Squash Bread Pudding
This Cranberry Butternut Squash Bread Pudding is a wonderful make-ahead Winter brunch dish. It’s great sweet or savory and I like it best served as…
Tamale Dough
I’m no tamale expert, unless you count eating them, but last year I adopted the tradition of making tamales for Christmas using Anna Zepaltas…
Plum Sparkler
A New Year’s Party requires a special cocktail, complete with lots of bubbles. New Year's Eve is all about the champagne, so if you're making a…
Swedish Orange Cardamom Stars
These Swedish Orange Cardamom Stars provide a festive and light dessert that will pair nicely with the cocktail and further our theme of glitter…
Pickled Pear Bruschetta
The hearty cracker as the base makes for a beautiful and rustic dish with my Pickled Pear Bruschetta. The rich mascarpone shallot spread is both…
Stilton Tart with Blueberry Sage Compote
This Stilton Tart with Blueberry Sage Compote is a lovely thing to make for a New Year’s Eve cocktail party. One of the best parts about it is…
Happy New Year Party
Happy New Year! Dirty Laundry Kitchen is now about a year old. I want to take a moment to thank you all so much for reading the blog and sharing 2013…
Leftover Eggnog Pancakes
It's possible I like these Leftover Eggnog Pancakes even better than the Nog from which they're made. And I really like the Nog. They're a…
Cranberry Frozen Margaritas
Despite it being the middle of Winter, the high tomorrow is 61° F, so I feel comfortable getting back on the posting track with cold Cranberry…
Mushroom and Kale Tamales
Of the three different tamales on my Hot Tamale Dinner Menu, these Mushroom and Kale Tamales are my favorites. That is quite the accolade too,…
Ginger. Ginger! Ginger!! Cookies with White Chocolate
It's colder than molasses in February, which triggers a happy cold weather memory for me and these Ginger. Ginger! Ginger!! Cookies with White…
Cherry Lime Scones, Heart-shaped for Valentine’s
Cherry Lime Scones, Heart-shaped for Valentine’s are a big deal in our house. I’m not the earliest of risers, and Marc eats breakfast immediately…
Ricotta and Acorn Squash Tarts
I made these Ricotta and Acorn Squash Tarts for the first time for Thanksgiving dinner years ago based on a recipe from food and wine. They made it…
Ginger Snap Eggnog Ice Cream Sandwich
Part of keeping my house well-stocked with things like the ingredients for Ginger Snap Eggnog Ice Cream Sandwich is about my serious love for house…
Easter Decorations
Believe it or not, here at the Dirty Laundry Kitchen we're already thinking about Easter. I have lots of ideas for Easter decorations that will make…
Rhubarb Coffee Cake with Crumb Topping
After you’ve got your guests settled in with a Pamplemosa, it’s time to bring out the Rhubarb Coffee Cake with Crumb Topping to keep them happy…
Easter Egg Beet and Citrus Salad
Salads are way more fun to eat if you put lots of goodies on them, and this Easter Egg Beet and Citrus Salad is no exception. I always make lots…
Sweet and Spicy Jalapeño Glazed Baked Ham
What's so great about this Sweet and Spicy Jalapeño Glazed Baked Ham? My brother likes to make ham, and over the years, he's introduced me to coca…
Chocolate Hazelnut Crêpes Cake
Easter candy is all about chocolate: chocolate bunnies, chocolate eggs, and whatever else you can get your paws on- pun intended. Just because you're…
Sweet Potatoes Cranberry Glaze
Tis’ the season when Dirty Laundry Kitchen turns into Thanksgiving central starting off with this recipe for Sweet Potatoes Cranberry Glaze. I…
Pumpkin Butterscotch Pie with Gluten Free Cashew Crust
My Pumpkin Butterscotch Pie with Gluten Free Cashew Crust was a knock it out of the park sort of recipe. It was also a perfect fit for my Caribbean…
Lime Dark Rum Cranberry Relish
I love cranberry relish, and no matter my theme, it's going to be at my Thanksgiving table in some form or the other. So when I took on a Caribbean…
Chocolate Chestnut Coffee Cake
‘Tis the season for all things holiday baking, guests popping in and out with little notice, keeping a few extra nice bottles of wine about, and…
Chestnut Soup for Anna
Not only is December chestnut season, and not only do I love them and all excuses to make chestnut recipes, but my dear friend Anna has just given…
Mint Butter Lamb Chops
When you're making a very special dinner to serve to friends, such as my Jerusalem Cookbook Dinner Party, sometimes you really just need at least one…
Chestnut Sticky Buns
Chestnut Sticky Buns, Barrett? Why are you messing with perfection? It’s a reasonable question, I agree. I have a reasonable answer though. I…
Vasterbottenpaj Swedish Quiche
It feels a little ominous to post my Vasterbottenpaj (Swedish Quiche) the day before the US v. Sweden Women’s World Cup game. While I love…
Homemade Marshmallows for Smores
I definitely didn't recreate the wheel when it came time to learn how to make Homemade Marshmallows for Smores, rather I looked to David…
Bacon Herb Paste Stuffed Turkey
This Bacon Herb Paste Stuffed Turkey is a variation on a Food and Wine recipe that I’ve been making for years. Bacon Herb Paste Stuffed Turkey is…
Swedish Gjetost Fondue
This Gjetost Fondue is another great easy to make ahead hors d’oeuvres that’s perfect for any Thanksgiving, but I served it as a started for my…
Lingonberry Elderflower Cranberry Relish
One item that I absolutely cannot have Thanksgiving without is a version of my Lingonberry Elderflower Cranberry Relish. If you check out a couple of…
Rye Crust Apple Custard Pie
I love everything about this Rye Crust Apple Custard Pie, except perhaps the fact that it requires a deep-dish pan and it’s a bit of a pain to…
Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Gumbo
This Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Gumbo is a very popular recipe in my family. My brother in particular requests this one every year. The good news…
Apple Cider Margarita
This year, this Apple Cider Margarita has been my drink of choice, especially when I'm entertaining. I've made it for almost everyone I know at this…
Elderflower Fennel Turkey Gravy
I LOVE this rich, silky, savory Elderflower Fennel Turkey Gravy. It's slightly floral sweetness pairs perfectly with the brightness of the juniper…
Old School Sugar Cookies with Almond Icing
You may recognize these Old School Sugar Cookies with Almond Icing as my Halloween Sugar Cookies and you're right. They're exactly the same. But…
Christmas Carol Punch
This Christmas Carol Punch started a couple of years ago when a friend gifted me a bottle of Sorel. Sorel is one of those made-in-Brooklyn hipster…
