ARTICLES For Winter
RED WINE AND PORCINI MUSHROOM SAUCE

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The next best thing to do with a bottle of red wine. No kidding, a whole bottle of wine goes into this magical sauce. Serve with prime rib or any good steak.
ROASTED CRANBERRY & CHAMPAGNE SPARKLER

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A festive twist on a holiday glass of champagne. Roasted cranberries provide beautiful color as well as a tasty garnish...if you can daintily dig it out of the bottom of the glass!
THE BEST PRIME RIB ROAST

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Prime rib is a classic holiday dish that sets a festive mood. If you thought prime rib was only for restaurants you will be pleasantly surprised at how easy it is to make.
YORKSHIRE PUDDING

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For me Yorkshire pudding and prime rib are the quintessential Christmas meal just out of a Dicken's novel. And in fact, Yorkshire pudding dates back to the 1700's as a tasty way to stretch a meal.
RASPBERRY AND ALMOND TRIFLE

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Trifle is the quintessential Christmas dessert. Fruit, jelly, whipped cream, lady fingers and a bit of booze. A great make-ahead dessert for a crowd.
PIGNOLI COOKIES

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These traditional Italian pignoli and almond cookies are easy to make and utterly delicious. Gluten-free and dairy free, they are a perfect holiday cookie that almost everyone can enjoy.
CHICKEN AND APRICOT TAGINE

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Chicken, dried apricots, onions and aromatic spices are slow-cooked in a tagine. The result is a fork-tender stew that makes for a comforting winter meal. Plus, the recipe is super rich in anti-inflammatory ingredients.
WARM CHICKEN, PEAR AND FENNEL SALAD

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A warm winter salad packed with healthy ingredients from the Wappo Bar Bistro in Calistoga in Napa Valley wine country. Add a nice glass of pinot noir and you are good to go!
WILD MUSHROOM STEW

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Umami-rich fungi festival, this mushroom stew is earthy, tender and oh-so-good. Serve it on top Four-cheese polenta and you have a mouthwatering meal.
FOUR CHEESE POLENTA FROM DEAN & DELUCA

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The mac & cheese of polenta. This is a wonderful foundation for Wild mushroom stew, marinara sauce or any hearty stew or pasta sauce.