Summer means it’s time to pull off that grill tarp and whip up a batch of homemade burgers. But, before you grab that charcoal and lighter fluid, consider this: According to Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA), cooking foods — specifically meats — at high temperatures on a grill can actually lead to the release […]
Samin Nosrat has been called “the next Julia Child” by NRP’s “All Things Considered” and “America’s next great cooking teacher” by Alice Waters, owner of Chez Panisse in Berkeley, California. Now, her cookbook “Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Mastering the Elements of Good Cooking” is helping cooks make amazing meals (no matter their level of experience in […]
Cookies are the secret weapons of the pastry kitchen. In one or two bites, you get a hit of concentrated flavor and sweet deliciousness, all without making a huge calorie commitment. It’s the perfect way to “cheat” just a little. Bake a batch of these cookies, save a few to treat yourself, and bring the […]
Full confession: I made the mistake of stepping on the scale Jan. 1 and discovered that I’ve gained back every hard-won pound (and then some!) that I lost a few years ago. They may have been lost, but they’ve definitively been found. Sigh. Back onto the struggle bus of middle age. What to do? In […]
A succulent roast is the ultimate showstopper around the holidays. More often than not, though, roasts take too much time, too much energy, and ultimately underwhelm on the flavor front. Have no fear because we’ve compiled a stunning list of roast recipes that are beautiful to look at AND delicious to eat. So tie up […]
Everybody knows that the real way to a person’s heart come holiday time is through their stomach; in other words, if you’re looking for a gift that’s sure to be a hit, edible gifts that are as beautiful to give as they are delicious to eat are a guaranteed win. Here are familiar favorites as […]
It’s the holiday season. Time to eat, drink and be merry as much as possible before the arrival of the new year. And few traditions honor this adage better than a swanky cocktail party. So whip up a big batch of your favorite boozy beverage and choose a few of these simple snacks for a […]
A great party starts with a memorable cocktail. But who wants to be stuck mixing countless individual drinks all night? After all, your guests are there to spend time with you and won’t have any more fun if you’re slaving away at the bar. When it comes to libations for a crowd, “ease and simplicity” […]
The food has been (mostly) eaten, the table has been cleared, and the siren call of Black Friday has been heeded. What, now, to do with the leftover turkey, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie and the like? Whatever you do, don’t toss those leftovers! The EPA reports that the majority of all items that end up […]
Forget turkey. Everybody knows that the real star of any Thanksgiving feast is a hefty slice of pie for dessert. More often than not though, traditional Thanksgiving pie flavors can tend to feel a bit blah. Don’t get me wrong, I love a pecan or pumpkin pie as much as the next gal, but why […]
