Thought I’d start this thread (courtesy @adawks last year and others previously) a bit earlier, before everyone gets busy (or even busier) with holiday season things.
The qualifier to include recipes on such lists used to be that you had made them 3+ times, a high bar, but certainly left no doubt that a recipe has become a favorite!
I suggest instead that to include a recipe here, you should already have made it, liked it enough to copy over into your permanent store, and plan to make it again soon. (That is, no “bookmarking” or idea holds.)
Given the rollercoaster year my family has had, most of my cooking this year was old favorites and family standards. But I did add two new favorites to my repertoire, and also learn a new technique for an old favorite.
How about you?
Scallion Ginger Noodles: I usually make the condiment in bulk, and then stir it into noodles (i like cappellini) and finish to taste).
Lions Head Meatballs: I swapped turkey for pork, added black mushrooms, and skipped the egg.
Chinese Steamed Egg Custard / Chawanmushi: The off-heat steaming technique resulted in an easier path to my preferred texture, though it takes a bit longer.