The eggnog recipe hasn’t changed much since medieval Europe. But some liquor brands have embraced a more modern twist on this ...

These recipes are made for anyone who loves sweet baking spices like cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg. From cookies and ...

The homey hearty taste of meatballs is a regular on many weekly menus, but there are two unexpected additions that will add depth to your regular recipe.

From creamy sauces and roasted vegetables to gratins and meat dishes, nutmeg does a great job of elevating a variety of foods ...

Scones are a traditional British and Irish baked good, with a tender crumb that’s somewhere between a quick bread and a biscuit. To give these hearty scones a deep, sweet flavor with amplified ...

The food writer Eleanor Ford’s new book details flavor profiles and origins of spices, and decodes classic blends. By Florence Fabricant Over many years the use and evolution of spices became a ...

Despite what its name may suggest, allspice isn't a mix of spices, but a single spice derived from the unripe berry of the Pimenta dioica Myrtle tree. Allspice has a complex, savory-sweet flavor ...

As far as comfort foods go, you can't do much better than mac and cheese. The all-American dish has a richness and a one-dimensional quality that is easy on the palate and endlessly craveable. However ...

This popular seasonal spice is generally safe when added in small amounts to beverages and baked goods, but it may lead to some unwanted and potentially serious side effects if consumed in large ...