"Sugar Plum" Baked Brie Bites – You Might Even Dream About Them

Every year around this time someone sends me a food wish for a sugar plums video, and every year after remembering exactly what those are, I decided to put it off for another year. I guess it’s the fact that despite the adorable name, sugar plums are nothing more than dried fruit, nuts, and spices rolled into...to read the rest of Chef John's article about "Sugar Plum" Baked Brie Bites please follow this link to become a member.)

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Chocolate Rum Snowballs – Can They Really Improve Your Driving Skills?

When I was in high school, we watched a movie (we didn’t call them videos back then) about the effects of drinking on driving skills, and I don’t think I’m spoiling the ending by telling you that the more you drink the worse you drive. Obviously, that’s something we all know, but there was one very surprising fact presented in the beginning of the movie...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Chocolate Rum Snowballs please follow this link to become a member.)

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Roast Beef and Pan Gravy for Beginners – Experts Are Also Welcome

Cooking an expensive piece of meat for a large group can be kind of scary for even the most experienced cooks. But for a beginner, especially if the roast is for a special occasion, it can be absolutely terrifying. So, to take the edge off, we’ll use a cheaper piece of...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Roast Beef and Pan Gravy please follow this link to become a member.)

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Mashed Potato au Gratin – Having it All

Somewhere, sometime, someone preparing a special occasion meal was frozen with indecision regarding whether to serve mashed potatoes or potatoes au gratin. Both are classic sides that pair perfectly with any fancy holiday main courses, so how to choose? I mean you can’t...to read the rest of Chef John's article about Mashed Potato au Gratin please follow this link to become a member.)

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