For an attractive presentation, line the casserole with cornhusks, tips rising above the rim. Select enough dry husks(sold in 1lb. pkg.) to line the casserole. Discard silks, cover husks with boiling water, and let stand about 30 minutes to soften. Drain and pat dry.

serves 12
serves 6
You might need to buy:
  • heavy cream
  • rum

serve as an entrée with mushroom gravy for a holiday dinner.

serves 6
You might need to buy:
  • whole wheat bread
  • scallions
  • chopped pecans
serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • torn day-old country bread
serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • chopped cilantro
serves 10
You might need to buy:
  • chopped dates or raisins
  • cooked rice

Iranian sweet dessert

serves 10
You might need to buy:
  • powdered saffron
  • ground cardamom
  • about 6 cups water
  • medium-grain white rice
  • rose water
Belongs to Lucianolinda Rumtopf 
You might need to buy:
  • medium oranges
  • maraschino cherries
  • rum
serves 8
You might need to buy:
  • dark rum mixed with 2 Tbsp. water
  • rice2 cups water
  • eggs lightly beaten
  • grated lime zest