RECIPE: Pumpkin Cheesecake, Gingersnap Crust

In the name of full disclosure: We love all cheesecake. We especially love chocolate cheesecake, Oreo cheesecake and pumpkin cheesecake. So how happy are we today: It’s National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day. Here’s what we’re baking: RECIPE: PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE WITH GINGERSNAP CRUST Ingredients For 10-Inch Cheesecake 1-1/2 cups finely ground gingersnap cookies 1/4 cup finely ground…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Egg Bake Recipe For Breakfast Or Brunch

[1] Make it in advance. In the morning, just place it in the oven (photo © Kraft). [2] To cube bread, day-old (or even two-day-old) is better (photo †© King Arthur Baking). [3] Cook and crumble bacon (photo © iGourmet). [4] Grate a brick of Cheddar (photo © Microplane).   We tried this do-ahead baked…
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HALLOWEEN RECIPE: Toffee Apple Martini (Caramel Apple Martini)

For those too sophisticated for a toffee apple: a toffee apple Martini. Photo courtesy Belvedere.   Forget about all those ersatz “witch’s brew,” “black cat” and other Halloween cocktails. Here’s a “real” Halloween cocktail: the Toffee Apple Martini. The recipe was developed by Belvedere Vodka. By the way, today is National Caramel Apple Day, a…
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RECIPE: Greek Lamb Chops

If you’re a fan of lamb chops (we love them), take a slight departure from your regular grilling and make them as they’re served at Stix Mediterranean Grill in New York City. Drizzle the chops with extra virgin olive oil and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Sprinkle with oregano. Grill to desired doneness. Serve…
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