Simplest Roast Chicken

Written on Oct 1, 2009 by Lia Huber
Simplest Roast Chicken

I’ll admit it: I’m a lazy chicken roaster. I like to pop it in the oven and not think about it again (aside from swooning over the scent) until the timer goes off for good. And good—very good—is what we’ve found this bird to be.

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Mahogany Grilled Chicken

Written on Aug 15, 2009 by Lia Huber
Mahogany Grilled Chicken

To me there’s something beguiling about a bronzed chicken leg fresh off the grill, and these most certainly fit that bill. Serve with fresh, creamy (easy) Romaine Slaw for a nice contrast of tastes and textures.

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Chicken and Mushroom Lettuce Cups

Written on May 26, 2009 by Lia Huber
Chicken and Mushroom Lettuce Cups

I find that finger food naturally slows down a meal and focuses attention. When you’ve got juice dripping down your wrist and have to reach over your neighbor for the lettuce platter, it’s hard not to have the meal take on a different tenor.

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Thai Chicken Larb

Written on May 26, 2009 by Lia Huber
Thai Chicken Larb

Serve this flavorful filling with lettuce leaves and let everyone stuff their own to give a flavor of the communal nature of Thai meals.

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Crisp Cornish Hens with Spiced Pomegranate-Honey Glaze

Written on May 26, 2009 by Lia Huber
Crisp Cornish Hens with Spiced Pomegranate-Honey Glaze

Removing the skin from the hens both decreases calories and increases the impact of this vibrant, spicy glaze. If you’ve never cooked with Cornish hens before, you’re in for a treat.

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