Break open the package, and you will see a light-colored biscuit. Break one in half and you can see the geology of the biscuit.

You will be able to recognize the almond bits, and you will be able to see the layers of biscuit, and you will immediately appreciate why Effie's Almond Cardamom Cookies are so crunchy all the way through.

All the ingredients come together to create this recognizable but unidentifiable total taste sensation. It’s delicious.

These sweet almond biscuits go well with jam or marmalade, a sharp cheddar pairs well, or try them with a nice chocolate and toasted marshmallow.

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Buckwheat soba noodles are one of Japan's best-loved foods. They are so popular that certain restaurants have nothing but these noodles on their menus.

These delicious noodles take just minutes to prepare in hot water and have a distinctive nutty flavor that teams well with cold dashi broth, scallions, sesame oil and bean sprouts. This common preparation can also be embellished with shitake, pork, vegetables and tempura.

They can be chopped and rolled with vegetables in nori for a vegetarian sushi, or coated with a sheen of butter and tossed with sautéed fresh vegetables.

However you nibble on them, don't forget to cook up a batch on New Year's Eve - slurping down these long noodles is said to ensure a long and happy life.

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These thin shavings of bonito, a fish similar to tuna, are an essential ingredient in Japanese cuisine. Katsuobushi dried bonito flakes are often combined with kombu seaweed to make dashi, the base stock for many Japanese soups and broths. But that's just the beginning.

In addition to its many uses in traditional Japanese cooking, we think bonito is a great addition to any pantry. It's a versatile, easy-to-use seasoning that adds a slightly smoky flavor to all sorts of salads, dips and dressings. It's also terrific for enhancing steamed or sautéed vegetables, with or without tofu. And another discovery…if you like bonito, keep it out of reach of your gourmet-inclined cat! They can't seem to get enough of the stuff.

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Marc is not an eat-to-live or live-to-eat kind of human, what he is, is a fanatical eater who therefore loves to cook.

When I asked Marc for a recipe, he texted me back instantly. You have to know Marc and know his pride in his children is giant, and in the text I could hear him yelling....

"My daughter has a fantastic recipe for mashed potatoes. They are the best mashed potatoes I’ve ever had. Is that good? Or is there something else you would like from me?"

I responded with, "Anything you want to share that you want to make this time of year...."

He promptly sent his daughter's recipe.

I was told that he and his daughter talk on the phone every Sunday about food.

The Hell with the Fat!
"OMG this is delicious. Eat and enjoy and forget the calories. It's that once every once in a while comfort food.!!!"
-- sharon

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This is one of Ann’s favorite ChefShop recipes and she makes it often.

Cauliflower, enhanced with toasty almonds and a briny parsley-olive mixture, holds its own as the star in this simple and slightly spicy vegetarian supper.

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Cranberry sauce or cranberry relish is made out of cranberries, along with sugar and other favorings, and is usually associated with Thanksgiving (Turkey) dinner in North America and Christmas dinner in the United Kingdom. You will find some differences in recipes, depending on where the sauce is made; in Europe it is generally slightly more sour, while in North America it is usually sweeter.

In fact, the North American version often comes from a can and is pretty basic: cranberries, sugar and pectin. But why settle for cranberry-flavored gel? Reach for something more complex and interesting...more savory than sweet, this cranberry relish packs a flavor and a pickle punch. Perfect side for the holiday turkey – and more!

This cranberry relish is delicious. It is packed with lovely fruits and spices and is fantastic with cold meats, in sandwiches and with roasts. But it's far too good to save just for Christmas! Cranberries are a superfood and very healthy so feel good and choose this relish all year round.

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Instead of the usual raisins and candied citron, this wonderful Colomba from Albertengo - Master Panettone Maker - is studded with chunks of local apricots, whose slight tartness is the perfect complement to the rich, sweet bread surrounding them.

Like all the wonderful Colomba from Albertengo, this one is light and buttery, has a soft texture with a delicate glaze that will melt in your mouth. Just like the lemon, everyone loves the single-fruit breads!

Perfect for the Panettone or Colomba lover in your life.

"Albertengo products are superior with a long family history of quality and tradition. An Italian friend with high culinary standards introduced us to Albertengo. Every Christmas and Easter we continue to enjoy their creations. Now we pay shipping from Chefshop instead of New York!"
-- donna

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This Dutch process dark unsweetened cocoa powder is in a class unto itself. We have removed less fat from our cocoa (22-24% fat content), which results in a more intense and immediate chocolate flavor. This wonderful Dutch cocoa powder has a touch of ground vanilla bean. Our regulars know what a great cocoa this is!

Mocha!
"I use this cocoa powder to make mocha's at my coffee shop, everyone loves this chocolate!"
-- kevin

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Marcella's Diplomatico Recipe - Victor

We have become good friends with Victor, Marcella Hazan's husband, over the (many) years. Victor was one of our very first customers!

Starting with book signings and launches, and forged over a love of great food, our friendship has deepened over time.

Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage Recipe

"The sweet/sour flavor profile cooked into the crisp, fresh cabbage makes this an ideal side dish for your roasted poultry or roast pork dinners. This year we served it at home with our favorite roast duck. You may elaborate on the recipe by adding apple wedges or golden raisins to the cabbage as it cooks" -- Don

Honey and Katz Apple Cider Vinaigrette Recipe

Walnut oil and cider vinegar are a natural pair and they are taken to new heights by the citrus honey. This honey apple cider vinegar dressing is particularly good over salads of hearty or bitter Spring greens. Try it on a combination of watercress, mache, arugula, and radicchio with some chunks of caramelized apple and toasted walnuts as a garnish - with these hearty greens, I would use La Tourangelle Roasted Walnut Oil, but if you are using it for lighter greens I would use the Maneyrol Lightly Roasted Black Walnut Oil from France.