October/ November 2005

Feature Articles		Page
GIVE A NEW SPIN TO THANKSGIVING ESSENTIALS by Pam Anderson To keep the meal simple but interesting, use twists of flavor to update the classics		42
FOUR FALL SIDE DISHES by Bill Telepan Clever techniques, do-ahead options, and unexpected flavors make these recipes shine		47
A VERY TEMPTING PUMPKIN TART by Rebecca Rather Nutty streusel, bourbon-laced fillilng, buttery cookie crust -- who can resist?		52
WARM SALADS FOR DINNER by Tony Rosenfeld Grab a skillet and dress up crisp greens with bright, warming flavors		54
MAKING A SUCCULENT POT ROAST by Molly Stevens Follow a few easy steps for the most tender results, and customize with your own flavor choices		58
SINGAPORE NOODLES by Nathan Fong A Cantonese classic: stir-fried noodles with barbecued pork		64
EASY PUREED SOUPS FOR AUTUMN by Jill Silverman Hough Get deliciously deep flavors and silky-smooth texture in forty-five minutes or less		66
THE SWEETER SIDE OF CRANBERRIES by Nicole Rees This versatile fall fruit livens up tarts, muffins, and cookies		70
Departments		Page
RECIPE INDEX		6
MENUS		8
LETTERS		10
RECIPE ADVISOR		14
CONTRIBUTORS		16
GREAT FINDS Delicious drinks; nifty vessels		18
EQUIPMENT Chef's knives; whisk/thermometer; prep taxi		20
IN SEASON Brussels sprouts		28
Q&A		20
READERS' TIPS		32
FOOD SCIENCE How acidic ingredients work		36
ENJOYING WINE Three reds just right for Thanksgiving		40
FROM OUR TEST KITCHEN How to hold a chef's knife; Trimming kale; All about quinoa; Three fresh cheeses; Ponzu sauce; Tomato pastes rated		74
ADVERTISER INDEX / FINE COOKING SHOPPING GUIDE		78
WHERE TO BUY IT		86
NUTRITION INFORMATION		90
PULLOUT: QUICK & DELICIOUS Easy comfort food		90c
BACK COVER: ARTISAN FOODS Littleneck clams, farmed by hand

A New Spin on Thanksgiving Essentials, Four Fall Side Dishes, A Very Tempting Pumpkin Tart, Warm Salads for Dinner, Making a Succulent Pot Roast, Singapore Noodles, Easy Pured Soups for Autumn, The Sweeter Side of Cranberries