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Pistachio-filled chocolate bars are going viral from Dubai to Denver
DENVER — Pistachios have been hot in the culinary world for a little while now — in everything from coffee and cocktails to pancakes and desserts. But the trend got a supercharged boost in recent months when a chocolate bar made and sold in Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates, went viral on social media.
The filling for these sometimes hefty...Read more
New food addiction: cheese-powder fried chicken
LOS ANGELES -- I'm not sure what led me to seek out fried chicken wings covered in cheese powder. Maybe it's that my penchant for fried poultry reached so extreme a level that I needed to find the next dimension of chicken. Or, it was the universe. Multiple new Korean fried chicken chains in my immediate vicinity have started pushing cheese-...Read more
Simplistic Sashimi Platter
From the depths of Japan's clear waters, enjoy the vibrant flavors of the sea. Dipped in savory soy sauce, every slice of fish reveals a world of flavors.
Ingredients Sashimi-grade fish Soy sauce WasabiInstructions Slice the fish carefully into thin pieces.
Serve with soy sauce and wasabi.
This sashimi ...Read more
Column: The battle over a kebab's nationality
In an essay for The Spectator in 1965, the enchantingly droll British food writer Elizabeth David related the travails of a Paris restaurant at the end of the 19th century that went out of its way to make the English dishes already on its menu even more à l'anglaise. It was a heartfelt attempt to accommodate its British customers. And so, with ...Read more
Mesmerizing Mexican Chiles Rellenos
Savor the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine with this dish. Mesmerizing Mexican Chiles Rellenos is a celebration of vibrant flavors and textures.
Ingredients Poblano peppers Queso fresco TomatoesInstructions Roast and peel the poblano peppers, stuff with queso fresco.
Serve with a fresh tomato salsa.
This dish ...Read more
The future of wine is white
Under a bright California sun, I’m sipping a crisp, juicy, salty-tasting white, a vermentino with a very seductive texture. On the Italian island of Sardinia, you’d drink wines made from this often-underrated grape with sea urchin or spit-roasted suckling pig on a perfect beach. You get the idea.
But I’m savoring a new Napa Valley version...Read more
Serene Sunset Grilled Cheese
Sink into the relaxing hues of a serene sunset with this simple yet comforting Serene Sunset Grilled Cheese. The gooey, melted cheese nestled between two slices of golden-brown toast is as warm and inviting as a setting sun.
Ingredients 2 slices of bread 2 slices of your favorite cheese Butter for spreadingInstructions ...Read more
Turbo Tiramisu
This speedy take on the classic Italian dessert, Tiramisu, is perfect for a quick yet elegant dessert. It’s a little bite of Italian heaven that's ready in no time.
Ingredients: 200g ladyfingers 1 cup espresso 1 cup mascarpone cheese 1/4 cup sugar Cocoa powder for dustingInstructions: Dip the ladyfingers briefly in ...Read more
Brunch Ballet Caprese Skewers
Dance into the day with Brunch Ballet Caprese Skewers. The elegant balance of ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil performs a ballet as graceful and refreshing as the start of a day.
Ingredients 1 pint cherry tomatoes 1 ball fresh mozzarella, cubed Fresh basil leaves Olive oil for drizzling Balsamic reduction for ...Read more
Fresh corn and basil add summery notes to this easy pasta dinner
Summer might be winding down, but this pasta dish highlights some of the season’s best bounty. Blending fresh basil into reduced cream with Parmesan made a rich, savory, herbaceous sauce for tortellini, offsetting the sweetness of the fresh corn and mellowing the spice of a Fresno chile.
Tortellini with Corn and Basil Cream Sauce
Serves 4
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Lovely Lettuce Wraps
Experience the crunch and freshness of a garden in this delightful dish. Lovely Lettuce Wraps are a celebration of nature's bounty, wrapped up in a crisp lettuce leaf.
Ingredients Lettuce leaves Grilled chicken AvocadoInstructions Slice the grilled chicken and avocado.
Place them in a lettuce leaf and roll it up....Read more
Summer Twilight Berry Sorbet
Celebrate the lingering glow of a summer twilight with this Summer Twilight Berry Sorbet. This refreshing dessert combines the sweet-tart flavor of summer berries with the crisp chill of a sorbet, creating a dish as vibrant and refreshing as a summer sunset.
Ingredients 2 cups of mixed summer berries 1 cup of sugar 1 cup of ...Read more
EatingWell: This grab-and-go breakfast is so easy
These egg bites, a convenient grab-and-go breakfast, are filled with veggies surrounded by a light and creamy egg custard. Once you get the hang of making these, try switching up the veggies and cheese. You can also add grated garlic, chopped fresh herbs or even a few dashes of hot sauce to give them a little kick.
Roasted Red Pepper & Spinach ...Read more
Environmental Nutrition: Let’s discuss granola bars/breakfast bars
Granola bars, breakfast bars, snack bars, whatever you call them, they’re extremely convenient grab-and-go hunger cures. However, while they may have started off as nutritious health food store staples, many have morphed into candy bars in disguise. Fortunately, there are still several that fit the bill for an easy, non-perishable snack to ...Read more
Seriously Simple: Modern carrot and parsnips tzimmes, an updated dish for Rosh Hosannah
There is a new book out called “Nosh” penned by Micah Siva. The author is very clever and creative with her modern take on classic Jewish dishes. The book features recipes that are plant-forward like Turmeric Vegetable Matzo Ball Soup, Carrot “Lox,” Vegan “Gefilte” Cakes, and Pumpkin Kugel with Pecan Streusel. YUM! All of these ...Read more
JeanMarie Brownson: Summer veggie surplus inspires delicious pre-fall recipes
Daylight is shrinking around here. No doubt, fall is on the approach. Tell that, however, to all the summer squash, sweet corn and multi-colored peppers that currently overflow local farmers market stands. The veg surplus proves perfect for early fall cooking inspiration.
Whenever I fire up a grill, I add slabs of squash, whole peppers, thick ...Read more
The Kitchn: This is my favorite trick to make canned beans so delicious
As a little inside scoop, when I first pitched this recipe, the title was “pizza beans (hear me out!),” but no one needed convincing (I mean Smitten Kitchen’s aptly named recipe is quite well-known). At the intersection of cozy and easy, you’ll...Read more
The Kitchn: My one-pot lemon chicken orzo will be your family’s new favorite dinner
Despite my deep love of cooking and affinity for hours-long projects like multi-layered lasagna and homemade challah bread, I also have a soft spot for ...Read more
Strawberry Smoosh
Best Food for Kids Before and After School
When I was a grade-schooler my brother and I would walk home from school each day. He was one grade behind me. It was about a mile from school to the house. If we didn’t get any other exercise at least we got that.
I do know that we went out to play after school but when we got home and ...Read more
Best Bites: Coffee Mate Kit Kat creamer
Coffee Mate makes my go-to coffee creamer: Italian Sweet Creme. It’s just the right mix of sugar and creaminess, and it stands up well to my dark roast coffee.
So I was intrigued with Coffee Mate’s newest flavor: Kit Kat. It’s just as creamy as any Coffee Mate product but the flavor is more robust, with definite chocolate flavor to perk ...Read more