Holidays

Gathering Around the Table: Diwali

Traditions and rituals are an important way for friends and families to build and strengthen relationships. When we think about traditions, we typically think about major holidays and food, but the reality is, sitting down for dinner on a Sunday night is one of the simplest, and most practiced traditions.  […]

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Ancient Grains Beef Stew

This easy-to-assemble slow cooker stew is everything you want on a cold day. Hearty and heartwarming, it’s packed full of tender chunks of beef, two ultra-wholesome ancient grains, and a host of wintry root vegetables. 

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9 Easy Holiday Recipes to Keep the Season Bright

The holidays are around the corner and we have what you need to prepare easy holiday recipes. A list of some of our favorite, quick, no-fuss holiday dishes to keep your season bright and your holidays happy. It’s important when planning for your holiday celebrations to pick out at least […]

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Lobster, Scallops, and Cod Cioppino

The “Feast of Seven Fishes” is an Italian Christmas Eve tradition—or, more correctly, an Italian-American tradition that has grown in popularity over the years. While the cena della Vigilia or Christmas Eve dinner is an Italian culinary celebration, the eating of seven different kinds of fish is not something common […]

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Baked Swedish Meatballs

These comforting baked Swedish meatballs are a perfect 1-2 bite appetizer for holiday gatherings. Served with a side of lingonberry jam—traditional in Sweden, but you can substitute with a tart cranberry sauce instead—it’s a blend of sweet and savory flavors.   You can also pair the meatballs with buttered egg […]

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Tips and Tricks for Cooking a Rib Roast

Follow the video guide above as we walk you through roasting a bone-in rib roast to perfection. Start by coating the rib roast with our multi-purpose herb butter, as well as some coarse salt and fresh black pepper. (You can use kosher salt or Maldon sea salt.) Next, cook the […]

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The Best ButcherBox Gifts – Our Favorite Gift Guide

For some time, we’ve been trying to figure out ways to get home cooks the cuts of meat that fit best with their unique tastes and, most importantly, allows them to experience the joy of cooking in their own kitchens. And so, we created a collection of specially curated holiday […]

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Brining and Smoking a Turkey Breast

Looking for the best way to have a flavorful Thanksgiving but don’t want to cook a whole bird? A turkey breast is perfect for smaller gatherings (Friendsgiving!) and can easily feed four to six people. The first step to getting a great turkey breast is brining it in a simple […]

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Everything You Need for the Best Thanksgiving Yet

The biggest cooking day of the year: It’s almost here. If you’re hosting Thanksgiving Day, you’re probably looking for ways to make it go smoothly so you don’t spend the run-up and the day feeling stressed and harried. We have your back! Before we dive into all things turkey and […]

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Shopping List for Thanksgiving 2023

When you’re hosting Thanksgiving, planning is the name of the game. Cooking a feast for a big group of people is never easy, but with enough up-front planning, strategic delegating, and scheduling of tasks, the whole thing can go down pretty smoothly. You just need to become friends with your […]