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See how three tweaks can transform a quesadilla

There is arguably nothing that satisfies more simply and universally than cheese melted on toasted bread, which is why there are countless variations on that theme across cultures. The accom...

DATE: May 12, 2018 | CATEGORY: Food

Crisped rice treats without the cloying marshmallow? Sweet.

Whether you are someone who finds classic crispy rice treats irresistible (my daughter), or someone who would much rather a piece of dark chocolate for dessert (me), this recipe will satisfy...

DATE: Apr 16, 2018 | CATEGORY: Food

How to ranch-dress a salad and keep things light

Nothing does the trick of making raw or blanched vegetables irresistibly delicious quite the way a drizzle or dip of creamy ranch dressing does. That’s why this ranch redo is so game-changin...

DATE: Apr 10, 2018 | CATEGORY: Food

Black bean dip, improved: It’s smoky and warm

The average black bean dip is a reliably good snack option. Full of plant protein and savory spices, it is healthfully satisfying but rarely memorable. However, this is not your average blac...

DATE: Mar 15, 2018 | CATEGORY: Food

Peanut butter helps West African-style stew find the ‘sweet spot’

I am on a constant quest for exciting ways to hit what I call the “sweet spot,” where delicious and healthy meet. Happily, there are endless such discoveries to be made by exploring cuisines...

DATE: Feb 15, 2018 | CATEGORY: Food

Once you finally tackle a pomelo, you’ll be so glad you did

If you are like me, you have been walking by the extra-large, grapefruitlike pomelos in the store for years, never feeling quite up for venturing into unknown citrus territory, especially wh...

DATE: Feb 5, 2018 | CATEGORY: Food

Cheesy jalapeño snacks for the Super Bowl? Score!

Everything about jalapeño poppers is fun. It’s no wonder they’re a bar food staple. They require minimal commitment – each is just a bite or two with no cutlery necessary. As the name sugges...

DATE: Jan 29, 2018 | CATEGORY: Food

Smooth is how we like our soup - prep included

Once you tap the basic formula for a pureed vegetable soup, the possibilities can yield a lifetime of happy, healthy eating. The basic technique is simple: Saute aromatics such as onion, gar...

DATE: Jan 23, 2018 | CATEGORY: Food

Brussels sprouts can be the apple of picky eater’s eye

Roasting Brussels sprouts until they are deeply browned and their outer leaves have crisped is one of the most enticing ways to cook them. The method has turned around countless Brussels spr...

DATE: Jan 17, 2018 | CATEGORY: Food

Oh, what buckwheat can do for these blender crepes

Buckwheat – which, despite its name, isn’t a type of wheat at all, but a seed – powers these satisfying crepes with both intrigue and nutrition. The flour imparts a deeply nutty flavor and d...

DATE: Dec 11, 2017 | CATEGORY: Food

These poached pears get a little boozy kick

Tea makes a lovely poaching liquid for fresh or dried fruit. It provides a potpourri of flavor options, including the warm, aromatic spiciness of chai, the heady floral essence of jasmine an...

DATE: Oct 24, 2017 | CATEGORY: Food

A feel-good skillet dinner starring salmon

This skillet dinner is the kind of recipe everyone should have tucked in their back pocket. It is simple cooking at its best – a one-pan meal that is nearly effortless to prepare, made with ...

DATE: Aug 22, 2017 | CATEGORY: Food