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This is about as simple as beef stew gets but the depth of flavor is anything but. Rather, it is a rich soul satisfying dish that will bring warming pleasure to the heart of a frosty winter.

You may be familiar with the original meaty dish that is now famous around the world but in this tasty version, savory mushrooms and chopped cauliflower play the meat role so well that even carnivores won’t miss it.

Cranberry sauce is often overlooked on a lot of families' holiday tables, but to me it's such a great, simple way to really brighten up the plate. The cranberry sauce also has the added benefit of pairing well with both wine and just about everything on a traditional holiday plate, making it a perfect bridge between your wine of choice and the wide array of flavors on your menu.

I have been making this for years and it never fails to impress with its indulgently delicious flavors and bright holiday colors. Best of all it’s relatively easy to make with the impact of the final dish far outweighing the effort required to put it together.

The Moroccan spice in question has a hint of heat but is mostly about warm, aromatic and complex flavors that echo the spice notes inherent in many wines from Ribera del Duero.

It’s Thanksgiving weekend and you have a ton of leftovers and maybe you’re less inclined than in other years to go out for brunch. Stay in, use those leftovers to create something completely different and soul satisfying.

Hash is a fantastic way to repurpose leftover meat whether it’s corned beef, roast beef or turkey. This version has the flare of New Mexico making for a spicy Thanksgiving weekend brunch or even dinner.

This is not a refined expression of Provençal Cuisine for a civilized luncheon. If you want that, whip up a Salad Niçoise or a lovely bouillabaisse. Wouldn’t that be Nice. This is, however, one of the Demo Kitchen’s all-time favorite sandwiches and the very essence of an outdoor Provençal market.

Normally we would poach the chicken for this recipe with a bunch of fresh veggies and herbs, but we thought we would make this simply delicious chicken salad even easier by using store bought stock. The result is an incredibly fresh and healthy dish that will serve 4 for lunch.

This dish is full of the wonderful fall flavors, fit for company but easy enough for your average weekend night. Whipped sweet potatoes or wild rice with dried cranberries and pecans would make for perfect seasonal sides.