Cauliflower, enhanced with toasty almonds and a briny parsley-olive mixture, holds its own as the star in this simple and slightly spicy vegetarian supper.
Chicken thighs are a natural for braising because they stay nice and juicy. Plus, the dark meat is a good counterpoint to the sweetness of peas and the slight acidity of the artichokes.
A colorful and satisfying stew is priceless this time of year, and you can’t do much better than a tomatoey broth full of hearty cannellini beans, baby greens, and cubes of baked ham.
If you want dramatic impact on your holiday table, look no further. These leaf-shaped breads are large and sculptural, with a heady fragrance of orange and anise.
