Freezers are often unsung heroes of kitchens. Too often foods enter a freezer only to be forgotten before being exhumed from blocks of ice and discarded months later. But putting the freezer to better use can improve the way people eat and add to the flavor of the foods they enjoy.Some people ...
Hummus is my go-to appetizer. And while traditional chickpea hummus is always a favorite, it’s fun to riff on this popular Middle Eastern dip with additional ingredients. For instance, vibrant beet hummus and roasted carrot hummus are flavorful and colorful additions to any menu and highly ...
As we go into uncertain times, we may be looking at some economic impacts to our lives. One of the best areas to save money is in the preparation of meals.I recently gave some food purchasing advice to high school students in Brownsville. And the best way to save money is to plan. Plan your ...
The dogs and I have a routine. It was, I suppose, unintentional training on my part.Whenever I stand up, they run into the kitchen.It doesn’t matter if I’m going in there to make food, or just to grab a glass of water. Really though, the pooches don’t care if I’m actually going to the ...
Traditional coffee cake is a moist, tender pastry that might be topped with streusel or crumbs and is often served as the perfect accompaniment to coffee or tea at breakfast or in the afternoon. The British version of this cake is a sponge variety that actually is flavored with coffee and ...
There’s no better time for a pot of beef stew than winter, and when March rolls around with St. Patrick’s Day hype and festivities, why not add an Irish twist with a splash of Irish stout?This is a no-nonsense and comforting beef stew that’s guaranteed to warm and fill your belly, whether ...
