From Food Wishes. Shucking fresh oysters is easier than you think, and in this video I’ll show you an almost foolproof method for getting to the good stuff. Speaking of good stuff, you’ll also see how to make a classic mignonette sauce. This shockingly simple vinegar-based condiment perfectly amplifies the brininess of oysters, and is…

From Food Wishes. This holiday star bread is beautifully rich and subtly sweet, with just the right amount of dried fruit and nuts, and will make a gorgeous centerpiece for any holiday breakfast or brunch. Chef John fully demystifies the dramatic design, and you’ll see it’s not nearly as difficult as you might expect. Enjoy!…

From Food Wishes. These Pavlova Christmas trees, made of stacked meringue circles layered with cranberry sauce, pistachios, and whipped cream, make a Christmas dessert that is not only beautiful to look at, but surprisingly light and refreshing, especially after a rich holiday meal. Enjoy! For the fully formatted, printable, written recipe, follow this link: https://www.allrecipes.com/pavlova-christmas-trees-recipe-8759319…

From Food Wishes. Not only are you going to learn a super savory, extremely flavorful way to prepare prime rib, but you’ll also see lots of great tips and tricks to make this very special cut of roast beef successful no matter how you decide to season yours. Enjoy! For the fully formatted, printable, written…

From Food Wishes. These za’atar chicken wings are gorgeous, fragrant, savory, and citrusy. The big, bold flavors are best served with tahini dipping sauce or any yogurt-based sauce. I recommend you make a double or triple batch of za’atar, because you will want to season just about everything with za’atar once you’ve tasted it. Enjoy!…

From Food Wishes. This green bean mac and cheese is a mashup of two favorites, green bean casserole and macaroni and cheese. Topped with crunchy French-fried onions, it is everything you could hope for. The green beans add texture, gorgeous color, and just a hint of delicious bitterness to amplify all the other flavors. Enjoy!…

From Food Wishes. Chef John revisits the best 11 recipes from Food Wishes in 2024! From comforting classics like Italian Marinated Grilled Cheese and Hot Water Cornbread to innovative twists like Baked Burger Dogs and Cheeseburger Garbage Bread, these recipes are sure to inspire your inner chef. Whether you’re craving something savory, sweet, or a…

From Food Wishes. Sweet potato might not be the first thing you think of to use instead of a classic tomato sauce when making a pizza, but I as found out while making this, it works incredibly well. The earthy sweetness of the potato was balanced perfectly by savory bacon and cheese, spicy jalapeno, tangy…

From Food Wishes. This holiday-inspired monkey bread, which is studded with just the right amount of cranberries and walnuts, is so delicious and addictive that it will turn your most civilized guests into a troupe of unruly simians. This will be literally torn apart, which is the whole idea. Enjoy! For the fully formatted, printable,…

From Food Wishes. Whether you make this spicy turkey gumbo with leftover Thanksgiving turkey, or skip that step and get straight to it, you’re in for a real treat. Besides the delicious recipe, you’ll also learn a great trick for making the gumbo roux in the oven, which greatly simplifies the process. Enjoy! For the…

From Food Wishes. This amazing shawarma-spiced roast turkey breast uses the same spices people love on chicken shawarma, and here they seem to work even better with the meatier taste of roast turkey. This turkey breast is moist, tender, and extremely flavorful, and the gorgeously pan sauce, made from the drippings, elevates the flavor still…

From Food Wishes. I’ve heard that using evaporated milk for mashed potatoes is not uncommon down south, but for much of the country this isn’t something most people have tasted, which is a shame, since it works so well, and was one of the inspirations behind these incredible “Tres Leches” Mashed Potatoes. That, and the…

From Food Wishes. sI love curried anything, and casseroles are one on my favorite types of recipe, so I knew I was going to love this South African bobotie! The aromatic meat filling, combined with the very thin, bay leaf-infused custard on top, makes this an easy, gorgeous, and extremely delicious one-pan meal. Enjoy! For…

From Food Wishes. This Spanish-style French toast, or Torrijas, as it’s called in Spain, is basically a combination of French toast, bread pudding, and crème brûlée all rolled into one, and it is nothing short of magical. Serve this for breakfast, or anytime you want a sweet, and very unique snack. Enjoy! For the fully…