[ad_1] Chipotle chile peppers are jalapeño peppers that hang on the plant, ripening until they turn red. Right after harvest, the peppers are slowly smoked over mesquite, removing all moisture and adding a smoky flavor. These chiles are often sold in cans, swimming in adobo sauce. If you don’t use up the entire can at … Read more
[ad_1] Garlic bread is one of life’s little pleasures. The simple combination of bread, garlic, and butter rises far beyond the sum of its parts to make something truly delightful. It’s also a great equalizer in my house: Despite different tastes and opinions, garlic bread is something the four people in my family can always … Read more
[ad_1] Ever find yourself stuck with a tray of roasted sweet potatoes that, while flavorful, lacked that satisfying crispy element? After numerous rounds of experimenting in my kitchen, I discovered a game-changer for achieving the perfect balance of a sweet, soft interior and a crispy exterior. Plus, there’s no frying involved. The secret? A sprinkle … Read more
[ad_1] With winter in full swing, my husband and I tend to keep things cozy at home. This means lots of cooking between breakfast, lunch, dinner, and recipe development for work. I don’t mind—cooking is one of the coziest activities of them all—but sometimes I cannot stand to mince another clove of garlic. I just… … Read more
[ad_1] My family loves a simple 4-ingredient ravioli casserole so much that I wanted to see if I could give it a million-dollar makeover. No, I’m not talking about spending that much on ingredients by adding gold leaf or renovating our kitchen! Instead, I was inspired by the viral Million Dollar Spaghetti that made its … Read more
[ad_1] I mostly love the meditative act of chopping vegetables. When I have the time, the rhythmic thunk-thunk-thunk of the knife against the cutting board as I prep my mise en place is oddly satisfying. You know what I love even more? Getting dinner on the table before everyone in my house becomes hangry. So … Read more
[ad_1] I recently came across a meatloaf recipe online that called for 20 ingredients. I was perplexed because my mom’s meatloaf recipe has just five ingredients and is, in my humble opinion, one of the best and easiest meatloaf recipes I’ve ever made. With just a few pantry items and two pounds of ground beef, … Read more
[ad_1] January 1, the Gregorian New Year, brings with it the promise of salads, smoothies, and more joy. About a month later (this year, it falls on January 29) Lunar New Year arrives. With it comes an abundance of foods that, depending on the culture, bring health and luck. For Koreans like me, it’s the … Read more
[ad_1] Cooking a steak dinner at home is not for the faint of heart. It can be difficult—requiring a good sear and the insides cooked to the perfect doneness. A lot can go wrong, and it’s easy to feel discouraged after many failed attempts. Over the years, I’ve learned a thing or two about steak: … Read more
[ad_1] About 20 years ago, I had a game-changing salad at a Spanish-style tapas bar called Bar César in Oakland, California. It featured beets with an incredibly earthy, sweet, concentrated flavor that I chalked up to the quality of the beets themselves. I love beets, but cooking them at home can be hit or miss … Read more
