Laura Calder

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Laura Calder’s 10 Tips For A Fuss-Free Thanksgiving Feast

Master the art of hosting like this celebrity chef.

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Laura Calder’s Beet & Pecan Endive Boats

Beets and blue cheese are a perfect match in this hors d’oeuvre, but you can swap out the beets for chopped pears for a new flavor combination.

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Laura Calder’s Parsley, Sage, Rosemary & Thyme–Brined Roast Turkey

A 15-lb. turkey will serve 12 to 14 people. The brine used in this recipe results in a juicy bird with lovely crispy skin. The extra rub of butter before roasting doesn’t hurt, either! If you’re hosting fewer, buy one or two breasts instead.

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Anne Willan’s “Burnt” Beans

“When I worked for Anne at École de Cuisine La Varenne, this dish was one of the first I had to learn. Anne served this family favorite once a week with roast chicken. The exact opposite of al dente — try downright confit — these beans taste…

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Laura Calder’s Celeriac Purée

The key to a great celeriac mash is to purée it until velvety smooth. A blender or a food processor will give the best results.

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Laura Calder’s Cranberry Sauce

In our house, we go the classic route for cranberry sauce. We also like to have lots — this recipe makes a big batch!…

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Laura Calder’s Best Bread Stuffing

For the best stuffing, make good-quality bread crumbs. Break up dried bread slices and pulse in the food processor.

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Triple Ginger Cookies

“This cookie recipe — one of my favorites — comes from Canadian opera singer Wendy Nielsen. Now head of voice at the University of Toronto, Wendy is a member of our Sunday Roast Club. Whenever she and her husband are hosting, these gingery cookies are the signature dessert.” – Laura Calder…

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Laura Calder’s Quick Pumpkin Ice Cream

After a big feast, I like to keep dessert light. This simple ice cream has all the expected festive flavors without the heaviness of pumpkin pie.

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The Alfonso

“This recipe comes from our friend John Bunner, the head barman at Toronto’s Alo restaurant. He’s always getting us to try new things (especially me because I usually just have champagne!).” – Laura Calder…

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Mussels In Saffron Cream Recipe

This elegant starter is ready in a snap.

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Chicken & Orange Tagine Recipe

An easy fall dinner idea.

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Baked Pears With Blueberries Recipe

Pears perfected with a blueberry sauce.

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Walnut Squares Recipe

Topped with white chocolate cream cheese icing.