Our busy lives don't have to mean skipping the most important meal of the day. In the final segment of a three part series on breakfasts on the run, learn about the best ways to blend a healthy smoothie.
Whether it's putting together a menu of complementary dishes or building layers of flavor in one dish, spending a bit of time thinking about what kinds of flavors play well together can help you become a better cook and enjoy the time at your table more.
A bright and flavorful stir fry that takes advantage of a range of textures and flavors can be on the table in less than a half hour. Everything from tender chicken and rehydrated mushrooms to peppers and a sauce rich in ginger, garlic, and dark soy sauce brings flavors to your plate.
Packaged crescent dough gets paired with a simple cheesecake filling and fresh berries to make a muffin that's nothing less than decadent. Pick your favorite from among strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or cherries - or choose a combination.
Sometimes dinner needs to happen quickly, but takeout isn't practical or doesn't appeal. Do you have a half an hour? Can you plan a little ahead? If you answered "yes" to both of those questions, then get ready for a fantastic dinner in minutes!
If you think phở, the classic Vietnamese noodle soup, is only to be enjoyed when visiting your favorite Asian restaurants, it's time to learn to make it at home. While time-consuming, it's very easy to put together and it can easily be assembled in stages to make final assembly a fast, simple process. Grab your spoons and chopsticks!
They're affordable, versatile, and generally kid-friendly. They can literally be whipped up on a moment's notice and popped in the oven, and they can feed quite a few people on a budget. They are casseroles.
Blueberry crumb bars come to you in a form that's easy to make, is highly versatile, and maintains its flavor and quality over days ... if they last that long! Plus, they incorporate one of summer's favorite seasonal berries. What more could you ask for? Something that can be made in less than an hour? Done.
Coating your Thanksgiving bird in a mayonnaise mixture seals in moisture and creates a beautifully-seasoned crust for your holiday entertaining. Add the traditional side dishes and no one will ever know the secret … unless you decide it needs to be shared!
In a month that's filled with warming days and longer evenings, it seems appropriate to make a light dinner that gets you in and out of the kitchen in minutes.
Stuffing vegetables is a great way to work additional vitamins, minerals, and fiber into our winter diets. And when you stuff adorable carnival squash with a shepherd's pie inspired filling, you've got comfort food at its best.
Packed with lots of fresh vegetables, tender beef, and tantalizing udon, this quick stir fry is just what you need on a busy day. A sauce that's brimming with ginger, garlic, and more brings it all together before you get it to the table.
Pizza for breakfast can be well beyond a cold slice from the night before. Grab some premade flatbread and then it's time to layer on the morning magic to make a meal you'll turn to again and again, especially as warmer weather gives you everything from fresh spinach to ripe tomatoes!
