Citrus

Roasting the turkey under foil for the first 1 1/2 hours infuses lots of moisture and flavor into the bird.

A glaze lacquers and flavors the bird.

Make this side dish a day or two ahead. On Thanksgiving, reheat it in the oven or microwave.

Make up to three weeks ahead and freeze. Defrost before the big day.

Skirt steak, which is full of flavor and holds marinades well, is the essential beef cut for fajitas.

We love to make sorbet when local berries are in season. The Simple Sugar Syrup keeps in your fridge for weeks.

Papaya brings a fresh twist to the traditional tomato salsa.

Rosé wine with fresh fruit adds the right touch to this spiced-up menu.

Chilies, lime juice and mint enhance the flavor of our Thai Summer Rolls .

Be sure to drain and rinse the chickpeas well before using.

Royal icing is a pure-white, sticky icing that dries to a hard finish. Royal icing is used for delicate piping on cookies and gingerbread houses. Its  bright white hue makes it a good option for tinting whatever color you like. 

The fragrant spices in this apple crisp are pure Christmas, and the cornmeal in the topping adds a rustic touch.

Blood oranges have a thinner and less bitter peel than navel oranges, so it's okay to eat—as in this dessert.

Roasted fingerling potatoes would be great with this colorful dish. Ask the butcher to roll and tie the pork loin for you.

The marmalade can also be served with a cheese plate or simply spread on toast.

Don't let the much-touted health benefits of this fluffy grain put you off—it also happens to be absolutely delicious. The light, lemony taste of this version makes it a great accompaniment to a whole host of dishes, and it pairs particularly well with the Spicy Calamari with Bacon and Scallions.