Jose Garces's Green Beans with Oranges and Dates Recipe
"My parents are Ecuadoran," Garces says, "so I find myself adding Latin American ingredients to everything I cook," His take on green bean casserole is a vibrant medley of beans tossed with oranges, dates, and almonds—plus a sprinkle of his secret ingredient, smoked paprika.
A Turkey usually gets top billing at Thanksgiving, but side dishes can be just as memorable. O asked star chefs to share dishes that honor their heritage—from spicy Portuguese stuffing to Asian-inspired Brussels sprouts—for a very American holiday meal.
Emeril Lagasse's mother cooked her family's Portuguese specialties year-round, but her Thanksgiving dressing, filled with spicy sausage, parsley, and milk-soaked bread, is his favorite.