Everywhere around me, spring is doing its thing. The grass is getting green, the flowers are blooming, and I'm looking for ways to work fresh produce into my meals as much as possible. So when tender venison steak finds its way to my kitchen, giving it a bath in Thai-inspired marinade and light searing before resting it on a bed of fantastic fresh greens and crisp vegetables seems only natural!
When I don't really feel like cooking, I am also usually not feeling like going out or buying food either. So I solve my dilemma by putting together a quick pasta meal that comes together in about the same time it takes to cook and drain a pot of pasta. Presto! Dinner's done.
Of course, a holiday ham is a thing of beauty, but we're sharing more than just a baked ham recipe this month. Enjoy the big feast and ways to enjoy the leftovers as well!
Our busy lives don't have to mean skipping the most important meal of the day. In the first of a three part series on breakfasts on the run, get a healthy muffin recipe that's packed with everything you you need to start your day.
There are literally thousands of recipes for warm winter libations but most fall into two broad categories – mulled drinks and toddies. Find out more (and try both) in this month's special feature!
If you have a little time to shred and slice some vegetables, a simple sushi bowl is mere minutes away. When hot weather has you avoiding the oven, dishes like this are a home chef's best friend.
We all love a great outdoor party in the middle of the summer. Time to relax, spend time with friends and family while sparking up the bbq and lounging in the pool. Here are some helpful tips on how to make entertaining outdoor easier and whats new for hosting parties this summer!
This is an excellent salad to toss together when you have leftover chicken on hand - everything from chopped thighs from the grill to torn rotisserie chicken will do. Plan ahead by having cooked back and boiled eggs around and dinner is super fast!
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!
Find out how to keep on hand the ingredients for 3 or 4 meals that you can "whip up" in a short amount of time, without having to run to the grocery store.
As gardens and farmers' markets everywhere offer fresh produce and the last of the harvest before winter arrives, pickle-making offers a blend of art and science in a jar. Get the details on two jars of refrigerator pickles that involved the same solid ingredients and two different approaches to brines … and the differences between the results. And, of course, a suggestion for a quick and easy jar of your own!
When Mother Nature gives you a giant pile of snow, there's something to be said for firing up the oven and making your home smell sweet. There's also something to be said for taking a bit of time to brave the elements and make snowmen, snow dogs, and snow bridges! Welcome, winter!
As November approaches, it feels like cold and flu season has already arrived. Before you assume chicken noodle soup is your best go-to remedy, consider shaking things up a little by opting for a stir-fry that hits all the right notes when you're under the weather.
When it comes to making tacos, think beyond Mexican fillings. When you have sweet and spicy Asian-inspired pork on hand, tacos can become a blend of cultures. Add pickled cabbage or kimchi and thinly sliced radishes, and they are lovely too!
