Innholdsfortegnelse for October/November 2025 i Food Network Magazine

The cast of Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking is heading back to Hogwarts for a second season of sugary showdowns. Much of the action takes place at the iconic sets where the movies were filmed, with James and Oliver Phelps, the brothers who played the Weasley twins, as hosts, and Jozef Youssef and Carla Hall as judges. Before you tune in, see how much you know about the whimsical foods and drinks from Harry Potter’s world! 1 Ron Weasley’s mom packs him this kind of sandwich for the train ride to Hogwarts, but he really dislikes it. A. Ham B. Marmite C. Corned beef D. Smoked salmon 2 What is the name of the drink that tastes similar to butterscotch? A. Butterfoam B. Butterbeer C. Scotchsoda D. Scotchcream 3 Which…

ENDIVE WITH SMOKED SALMON Combine 4 ounces chopped smoked salmon and one 5.5-ounce package room-temperature garlic-herb cheese spread (such as Boursin) in a food processor. Pulse to combine, then add 1 tablespoon water and process until very smooth. Spread or pipe onto endive leaves. BRATWURST ROLLS Cut 1 sheet crescent roll dough in half lengthwise, then halve each piece crosswise. Lay a fully cooked bratwurst along a long side of each dough quarter; roll the dough around the bratwurst, pressing to seal. Place seam-side down on a baking sheet and bake at 400˚ until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes, then slice and serve with horseradish mustard. PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED PEARS Slice 2 pears into thin wedges. Wrap each wedge with a thin slice of prosciutto, then arrange on a…

How bad is it to roast a turkey that’s still a bit frozen? If your turkey isn’t fully thawed, it will cook unevenly, so some parts will turn out dry and others will be undercooked. To speed up the thawing process, place the bird (still in its packaging) in a leakproof bag and submerge it in cold water, changing the water every 30 minutes. How bad is it to store nuts at room temperature? Nuts are full of fat and can go rancid if you keep them in a pantry for longer than a month or two. Stash raw nuts in your fridge or freezer and they’ll last for up to a year. How bad is it to scoop out your flour with the measuring cup? When you scoop with…

Turkey TURKEY WITH SAGE BUTTER AND ROASTED GARLIC GRAVY ACTIVE: 1 hr | TOTAL: 4½ hr | SERVES: 8 to 10 2½ sticks unsalted butter, softened1 cup fresh sage leaves, roughly chopped, stems reserved1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus ½ lemonKosher salt1 12- to 14-pound turkey, thawed if frozen (giblets removed, neck reserved)1 large onion, roughly chopped2 carrots, roughly chopped2 stalks celery, roughly chopped2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons vegetable oilFreshly ground pepper2 heads garlic, 1 halved crosswise,1 trimmed to expose the cloves8 cups low-sodium chicken broth4 thyme sprigs2 bay leaves (preferably fresh)½ cup all-purpose flour 1. Remove all but the lowest oven rack and preheat to 325˚. Combine 2 sticks butter, the sage, lemon zest and ½ teaspoon salt in a food processor and process until smooth; set aside.…

MUSHROOM DUTCH BABY In a blender, combine 3 room-temperature eggs, ½ cup each flour and room-temperature milk, 1 teaspoon mustard powder and ½ teaspoon salt. Melt ½ stick butter in a medium ovenproof skillet in a 425˚ oven. Pour in the batter and bake until puffed and golden, 18 to 20 minutes. Brown 8 ounces sliced mushrooms in a separate skillet with olive oil. Add ¼ cup minced shallots, ½ teaspoon thyme, 1 tablespoon dry sherry and a pinch each of salt and pepper; cook 2 to 3 minutes. Top the Dutch baby with the mushrooms and chives. JAPANESE “ADDICTIVE” CABBAGE Stir together 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 clove grated garlic, ½ teaspoon instant dashi powder, and ¼ teaspoon each kosher salt, pepper and sugar…

Holiday Baking Championship The 12 bakers in this competition will be split into teams of Naughty vs. Nice to take on sweet challenges like snow-day desserts, Chrismukkah platters and elf treats. Jesse Palmer is back as host, and judges Nancy Fuller, Duff Goldman and Kardea Brown will decide who wins the $25,000 grand prize. Make a batch of Nancy’s cookies and tune in! NANCY FULLER’S NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE-TOFFEE COOKIES Combine 3 cups quick-cooking oats, 1 cup almond butter, ½ cup each bittersweet and semisweet chocolate chips, ½ cup toffee bits, 4 tablespoons butter and ½ teaspoon salt in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the chocolate melts. Scoop onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with more toffee. Drizzle with melted white chocolate and freeze to set. Tournament of…

Take a walking tour through the cranberry bogs at the Cranberry Museum & Gift Shop in Long Beach, WA. Cabernet sauvignon is the most popular wine on Thanksgiving, and California is the top producer in the US. For the past three years, a local pilot has flown over rural Alaska, dropping frozen turkeys for people living in remote cabins. Idaho is the largest potato producer in the country, churning out about 13 billion pounds a year! Folks in Wyoming love marshmallows on their sweet potatoes: During the holidays, they buy more of these two ingredients than residents of any other state! In Hawaii, some turkeys are cooked in a traditional Polynesian underground oven made of hot rocks and banana leaves, called an imu. Pie Town, NM, has just 188 residents—and…

ALEX GUARNASCHELLI’S Ricotta Crostini with Brussels Sprouts “The creamy, naturally sweet ricotta paired with the earthy brussels sprouts makes for a delicious dish.” JET TILA’S Butternut Squash Soup Shooters “This soup is the perfect way to bring holiday vibes when you celebrate with your chosen family.” JEFF MAURO’S Parmesan Potatoes “The best part about these is the addictive caramelized cheese that bakes directly into the potatoes.” EDDIE JACKSON’S Turkey Meatballs with Cranberry Glaze “Savor all the delicious flavors of Thanksgiving in just one bite!” SUNNY ANDERSON’S Mini Pecan Pumpkin Pies “These are the best of both worlds, making pecan and pumpkin pie lovers happy!” JET TILA’S Butternut Squash Soup Shooters ACTIVE: 30 min | TOTAL: 1 hr 10 min | MAKES: 10 to 12 FOR THE SOUP 2 thick slices…

$500 PRIZE! ??????????????? ACTIVE: 1 hr | TOTAL: 2 hr 45 min (plus cooling) MAKES: about 30 FOR THE COOKIES 2½ cups cake flour, plus more for dusting1 teaspoon baking powder¼ teaspoon salt2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature¾ cup granulated sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract FOR THE ICING AND DECORATING 1¾ cups confectioners’ sugar1 tablespoon meringue powder3 tablespoons water, plus more if neededYellow and orange gel food coloringCandy eyes and candy corn, for decorating 1. Make the cookies: Sift the cake flour, baking powder and salt onto a piece of parchment paper or into a medium bowl. Beat the butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Beat in the egg and vanilla until…