Seasoned Cooking

For millions of people, coffee is an essential morning tradition that fuels the start of their day—and most of the time, you probably don’t even think about it. But behind every sip of coffee, there’s a fascinating story that begins in the country where it was grown and ends with the choice of cup that carries it to your lips.

Once reserved for weekend or holiday gatherings, sweet corn on the cob has become a regular occurrence at my house. Moreover, I've even been known to give it a quick Mexican Street Corn treatment. My secret? The InstantPot.

When July hands you hot weather, get up early and do all of your cooking before it heats up. Simple breakfast dishes like Morning Tater Tot Casserole make generous meals that can be served throughout the day with sides that dress it for every meal.

Skip ordering takeout and have your own crispy beef in under a half hour. When dinner needs to happen and your week is too busy for anything too fussy, enjoy a veggie-packed stir-fry before getting on with your evening.

Assemble this pretty Almond Baked French Toast dish the night before and bake it like a casserole when you get up in the morning. Brew coffee and slice fruit and, before you know it, you have a decadent breakfast on the table.