Alubukhara Kofta

Name: Alubukhara Kofta
Yield: makes 4 servings
Ingredients: Salt and black pepper to taste; 1 1/2 pounds ground lamb; 1/2 teaspoon ground fennel; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 16 small pitted prunes or apricots or 8 large, cut in half; 2 tablespoons corn, grapeseed, or other neutral oil; 1 tablespoon Fragrant Curry Powder (page 593), Garam Masala (page 594), or any mild, good-quality curry powder, or to taste; 2 cups yogurt; Chopped fresh mint leaves for garnish

December 14, 2011

Like much of the food from the northern reaches of India (these are actually Kashmiri in origin), these fruit-stuffed meatballs have an exotic air about them. Serve with pilaf or one of the Indian breads on pages 559–565. Other meat you can use here: ground veal, pork, or beef.

Recipe notes

Rosemary and Dried Cherry Pork Chops

Rehydrating dried cherries in hot water turns them plump and juicy—exactly what you want scattered throughout a rosemary-scented pan sauce for pork chops.

Brussels Sprout Pasta

This brussels sprout pasta recipe taps nutty brown butter, crunchy pecans, and hot Italian sausage to create an easy dinner bursting with fall flavors.

Béchamel Sauce

This classic 15-minute sauce is your secret weapon for homemade mac and cheese, chowder, lasagna, and more.

Butternut Squash–Kale Salad With Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette

Round out these autumn greens with tart pomegranate seeds, crunchy pepitas, and a shower of Parmesan.

Our Favorite French Onion Soup

Caramelized onions, melty Gruyère, and a deeply savory broth deliver the kind of comfort that doesn’t need improving.

Frijoles Peruanos (Peruvian Refried Beans)

Mayocobas, or canary beans, are the quick-cooking pantry ingredient you should know about.

White Bean Turkey Chili

A dash of cocoa powder adds depth and richness to the broth of this easy turkey chili.

French Silk Pie

A no-bake Oreo crust, a rich chocolate filling, and a tower of whipped cream come together in this shut-the-room-up dessert.