If preserving the bounty of your garden has you thinking you need to slave over a hot stove and pull out a pressure canner, it's time to introduce yourself to the joys of refrigerator pickles. No cooking, no hot kitchen, no sterilizing jars. Simply mix the ingredients and pour over your jarred pickle wedges and put in the refrigerator for a day. Easy!
The last days of summer are upon us. That means it's time to enjoy homemade ice cream. If you haven't tried making it before, now is the time. If you don't have a machine, that's no excuse! We've got directions for homemade ice cream ... with or without a machine.
Picking out the best BBQ sauce recipe is like trying to decide which of your children you love the most. It's just not that cut and dried. Get some insight into the different kinds of sauces and a good, basic sauce recipe for you to experiment with to find your own version of best.
Why should a coffee break just involve an afternoon cup of coffee? I'm taking the practice to task and suggesting the addition of mocha cupcakes with vanilla latte buttercream frosting. Now there's a reason to have a cup of coffee!
Fun to watch (as long as it's sped up) and interesting to think about, the New York Times shares video and information about a cookie-baking robot put together by the folks at MIT. Glad to know they love cookies, too!
Get great recipe ideas for using peaches while they are at the height of their season. Everything from salad to beverages to decadent sweets are in store for you in this timely tribute to the humble peach.
A hankering gets a nudge from inspiration and, before I knew it, a new sandwich was born. BLTs might never be the same! Cheddar-jalapeno bread, avocado and a fried egg transform an old favorite into a new favorite!
What exactly is "Indian style grilling"? Is there any fundamental difference between the ways Indians and Americans grill their meat? The answer will take us on a journey halfway around the world as we explore the art of grilling with a tandoor and the fantastic food that results.
Cooking salmon using the kitchen sink might sound like some kind of prank, but it's actually a great way to get consistent results time and time again. Here, find a great one minute video that takes you through the process, step by step, to a fantastic and fascinating seafood meal.
A recent wedding -- my own -- offers ideas on how to help things run smoothly and make it a fun event for everyone, including the bride and groom. I share my lessons on how to put together a small wedding that can cater to not one, not two, but three different food allergies ... without causing any headaches at all.