862 holden recipes

Buddhist mock chicken made from layered dried bean curd sheets soaked in seasoned stock, rolled into a loaf, steamed, then deep-fried until golden. A traditional Chinese vegetarian technique with a surprisingly meaty texture.

Italian baked stuffed littleneck clams on the half shell with seasoned breadcrumbs, Parmesan, olive oil, and white wine. Broiled until golden and served sizzling.

Pimento-stuffed olives wrapped in sharp cheddar dough with a kick of cayenne, baked until golden and puffed. A retro cocktail party appetizer that never goes out of style.

A proper British steak and kidney pie with claret-marinated beef, browned mushrooms, and a golden puff pastry lid. Hearty, old-school comfort that feeds eight hungry guests.

Peas, carrots, pimentos, and green pepper in a creamy chicken broth and mushroom soup sauce, topped with piped mashed potatoes and baked golden. Shepherd's pie vibes.

Crispy oven-fried Parmesan chicken coats chicken breasts in crushed corn flakes, Parmesan, and red pepper flakes, then bakes until golden. The healthier no-fry alternative to fried chicken.

Sauteed chicken livers coated in seasoned pancake flour with garlic and basil, pan-fried golden with onions and mushrooms. Serve over rice pilaf or as a rich appetizer.

Deep-fried cucumber slices double-coated in cracker crumbs and egg for a crispy, golden side dish. An unexpected way to cook cucumbers that's ready in 20 minutes.

Chicken cubes marinated with ginger and scallion get deep-fried until golden, then tossed with dried chilies and crumpled tangerine peel for this Sichuan-style dish.

Saffron and turmeric-rubbed chicken marinates overnight, then simmers until tender in a thick, golden sauce with olives and pickled lemons. A Moroccan tagine-style feast that feeds a crowd.

Slow-roasted duck stuffed with oyster bread dressing and basted with a lemon-butter-thyme mixture until golden and crispy. A showpiece roast for holiday dinners and special occasions.

Crispy Indian vegetable fritters (pakora) made with a spiced chickpea flour batter with cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne. Dip potatoes, cauliflower, and peppers, then fry until golden.

Oven-toasted sunflower seeds with optional oil and salt. Golden and crunchy in 8 minutes. A simple, healthy snack or salad topper.

This reduced-fat Chicken Jubilee recipe broils chicken until the skin is golden brown and finishes the main dish on the stovetop. It can be prepared ahead, if desired, to save time the next day.

Broiled bay scallops with butter, sherry, and golden bread crumbs. A fast, elegant single-serving dish ready in 15 minutes with just six ingredients.

A layered vegetable terrine with golden carrot-cauliflower and earthy spinach-mushroom layers baked in a water bath, chilled, and sliced for an elegant appetizer.