Brown Butter Pecan Pie with Maple Whipped Cream
There’s just something about pecan pie that makes it feel like the holidays to me. I wanted to take that classic everyone knows and loves and give it a little Ness twist, so I brown the butter for that gorgeous nutty, caramel flavor and finish it with a maple bourbon whipped cream. I love taking nostalgic recipes and elevating them without losing what made us love them in the first place, and this pie is exactly that — familiar, comforting and made for sharing around the holiday table.
Black-Bottom Pecan Pie with Pretzel Crust
Black-bottom pecan pie brings together two beloved desserts in one showstopping slice. A rich layer of dark chocolate forms the “black bottom,” creating a decadent contrast to the classic filling of toasted pecans suspended in a sweet, gooey filling; all held together in a salty pretzel crust to balance all the sweetness. As the pie bakes, the chocolate layer stays smooth and fudgy while the pecan topping turns golden and crisp on top, delivering a perfect balance of textures and flavors inspired by a turtle candy. Elegant enough for a holiday table yet easy enough for any special occasion, this pie is a delicious twist on a Southern favorite.
Curried Rice Stuffing with Cashews
Rice stuffing can be a delicious alternative, or addition, to classic bread-based stuffing on your Thanksgiving table. This version combines wild, brown and basmati rice, mixed with celery and onion cooked in butter and Madras curry powder. The stuffing is then baked, studded with golden raisins and cashews. The result is a rich rice stuffing that is generously spiced and balanced with the flavors of toasted nuts and sweet dried fruit.
