The Contests
This Week's Contest Theme
Between now and next Thursday at midnight, we want to see Your Best Gravy.
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Editors' Picks — Halloween Treats
See the Halloween treat recipes selected as Editors' Picks.
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Editors' Picks — Paella
Go call dibs on the paella recipe you'd like to test!
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Epicurious | A Conversation with Amanda Hesser
"When one thinks about American cooking bibles, two come to mind: The Fannie Farmer Cookbook and The Joy of Cooking. Sure to join this list is "The Essential New York Times Cookbook". -Joanne Camas
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The Diane Rehm Show | Amanda Hesser
"Amanda Hesser discusses "The Essential New York Times Cookbook",a compendium of recipes from chefs, home cooks, and food writers that showcases the history of American cooking." -Diane Rehm, NPR
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Winner of Your Best Halloween Treat
Congratulations to cheese1227, whose Salted Pumpkin Caramels won this week's contest for Your Best Halloween Treat!
Read More »Cooking From Every Angle
One-Eyed Sandwiches
Merrill shares her grandfather's version of this simple, satisfying breakfast.
Read More »Jenny's in the Kitchen
Shrimp Pad Thai
Jenny wows her children by recreating a Thai restaurant dish at home -- on a weeknight, no less.
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The Today Show | 'Essential' plum torte, buttery popovers
Amanda makes two dishes, Purple Plum Torte and Maida Heatter's Popovers, on The Today Show.
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Edible Communities | Kitchen Sync with Amanda Hesser
"Never underestimate a woman with a sharp mind, a sharp knife and a degree in economics!" -Kate Manchester, Edible Radio