• Maple roasted brussels sprouts
    Food

    Maple Sesame Brussels Sprouts and Apples

    When roasted in the oven with maple syrup and sesame oil in addition to traditional olive oil, brussels sprouts become caramelized and develop a rich toasty flavor.  Add wedges of caramelized apples in the mix for bits of added sweetness, and you have a side dish that makes a festive gathering or plant-based dinner all the tastier.  Best of all, the entire dish comes together on a sheet pan, with the brussels sprouts and apples roasting together. Ingredients 1 pound Brussels sprouts1 baking apple such as Honeycrisp or Pink Lady2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil1 tablespoon sesame oil2 tablespoons pure maple syrupSalt and freshly cracked black pepperOptional: Sesame seeds for topping…

  • Thanksgiving stuffing onions
    Food

    Tastier Thanksgiving Stuffing

    Until you’ve had truly delicious bread stuffing, you might wonder why many of us consider it an essential layer of our Thanksgiving leftover sandwiches. When cooked just right, the stuffing on your holiday table will be so tasty that you’ll give it a prominent spot on your plate during dinner and beyond. A beautifully browned turkey may take center stage, but stuffing with crusty edges, plenty of aromatics, and a few choice add-ins will have everyone going back for more. Start with Good Bread Pieces of stuffing bread will soak up aromatics, butter, and all the other ingredients in your stuffing, but they also make up the bulk of the…

  • Balsamic onion jam tart on white plate with red background
    Baking

    Onion Jam Tart with Cheddar Crust

    Jammy onions require a crust that can stand up to their bold flavor, which is how this recipe came to be. Packed with sharp cheese, the cheddar pastry may remind you of a cheese straw. In fact, the whole tart may remind you of your favorite parts of a cheese board, where you often find balsamic onion jam, sliced fruit, and, of course, a perfectly sharp cheddar. Thinly sliced apples and pears top off the sweet and savory goodness before it heads to the oven. As an appetizer, this tart can certainly take the place of a cheese board or accompany charcuterie. For lunch, it pairs well with a simple…

  • Carrot cake with cream cheese frosting and serving knife
    Baking

    Carrot Cake

    Whipping up this dessert involves an extra step that takes traditional carrot cake to new levels of deliciousness. If that isn’t enough to tempt you, consider that it adds yet another wave of scents that will overtake your kitchen in the best way possible. A knock on the door while this was in the oven led to being asked what seasonal candle I was burning, but the answer was simple: I’m just baking. In a season of bubbling fruit pies and pumpkin everything, this carrot cake overtook everyone who enjoyed a slice with its scent and flavor. Traditional favorites with a twist remind us of the warmest food memories while…

  • Happy Halloween
    Living

    Happy Halloween

    Wishing a sparkly Halloween to the food lovers, creatives, and readers who make Thirsty Radish a joy to provide. Whether you walk from door to door with little ones or stay at home with a haunting read, I hope you enjoy some festivity today. Here’s a little video to kick things off, and if you’re inspired to throw an impromptu gathering or wondering what to cook tonight, here is even more inspiration for celebrating. Subscribe for recipes, ideas and special announcements delivered straight to your inbox! * indicates required Email Address * First Name Last Name