Do you love soup? Soups are a must when the weather turns chilly, but in Japanese and many other Asian cultures, soups are a daily affair regardless the temperatures. Simply because a good bowl of soup is restorative and transformative. They bring a great deal of comfort to our bodies and souls, especially after a long day. Here, we’ve rounded up our best collection of Japanese soups that everyone can make at home....
Preparation When choosing your engagement ring or wedding band, there’s more to think about than just the cut and size of any gems. In fact, one of the most important decisions you’ll have to make doesn’t involve stones at all, but rather what the piece is made of. Choosing the right metal for your engagement ring and wedding band is important, and it all depends on a few different factors, including style preferences and what kind of wear and tear your jewelry will experience on a daily basis....
When I plan out the meals for the week, usually I can choose the main dishes fairly quickly but the challenging part is always the side dish(es) for me. If you are stuck with making the same the side dishes too often, I hope you’ll try this easy and appetizing Broccolini Gomaae (ブロッコリーニの胡麻和え). Gomaae (pronounced “go-maa-e”) literally means “dressed in sesame sauce” in Japanese. The nutty, sweet, and savory sesame sauce enhances the flavor of blanched or steamed green vegetables....
Ingredients 2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 3/4 cup sugar 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple in juice, drained 1/4 cup vegetable oil 2 whole eggs 2 egg whites 3 teaspoons vanilla 3 cups grated carrots 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted 1/2 cup golden raisins Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Place paper baking cup in each of 15 regular-size muffin cups; spray paper cups with cooking spray....
Ingredients 1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ chocolate chip cookie mix 1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ peanut butter cookie mix 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats 1 cup butter or margarine, softened 3 eggs 2 cups M&M’s® chocolate candies Preparation Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, stir all ingredients except candies until soft dough forms. Stir in candies. On ungreased cookie sheets, place about 1/4 cupfuls dough about 3 inches apart....
Ingredients 1 lb sliced bacon 2 cups Original Bisquick™ Mix 1 cup milk 6 eggs Salt and pepper to taste Real maple or maple-flavored syrup Preparation Cut bacon slices into 1/2-inch pieces. Cook in skillet or microwave until desired crispness is reached. Meanwhile, heat griddle or skillet over medium-high heat or electric griddle to 375°F; grease with cooking spray, vegetable oil or shortening. (Surface is ready when a few drops of water sprinkled on it dance and disappear....
Preparation What: We collaborated with fashion illustrator Inslee Fariss to gift one of our new brides or bride-to-be an Inslee 2016 desktop calendar to help you stay on top of all of your wedding-planning tasks before your big day. Also, the winner will receive a sketch of our latest cover starring Sofía-which you can see in this video! Where: On Instagram! Follow @Martha_Weddings and @Inslee How: It’s super easy! To participate, just regram the new cover of Sofía or the sketch on your Instagram feed and tag, follow, and mention both @Martha_Weddings and @Inslee....
Ingredients 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ white cake mix 1 1/4 cups bubble gum-flavored soda pop or water 1/3 cup vegetable oil 3 egg whites Red or blue food color (to match color of soda pop), if desired Tray or cardboard, covered with foil or wrapping paper and plastic food wrap 1 container (12 oz) Betty Crocker™ Whipped vanilla frosting 1 teaspoon red or blue liquid or paste food color...
For the past several years, my family has visited Yamanashi prefecture a number of times. Yamanashi is in the proximity of Tokyo and Yokohama where my family lives, and the convenience brought us to a few different ryokans (Japanese-style inns) to enjoy delicious food and onsen (hot springs). On each trip, we got to enjoy the famous regional noodle soup called Hoto (pronounced as [Hōtō]). This hearty, homey, rustic noodle soup is especially comforting in winter months and I couldn’t wait to share the recipe after our recent trip in January....
Preparation This method basically involves heating food just enough so that it reaches the exact “doneness” you desire, with no risk of over- or under- cooking. Tools like immersion circulators and Sous Vide Supreme baths do make the process faster and easier, but they are not a requirement. All you need is a digital thermometer and some Ziploc plastic bags, and you’re good to go. Really! The key to cooking food successfully with the stove-top method is holding the water at a steady temperature long enough to cook the food....
Preparation Cats know how to keep their humans on their toes. When you live with a cat, you learn how to communicate with your feline companions. Our human interests often do not mesh very well with the natural instincts of our cats. Case in point? Our furniture being scratched and torn apart. We asked Marilyn Krieger-a certified cat behavior consultant at The Cat Coach and author of Naughty No More!-for her best advice on how to keep cats from scratching the furniture....
Ingredients 2 pouches (4.7 oz each) Betty Crocker™ roasted garlic mashed potatoes Water, milk and butter called for on potatoes pouches 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (4 oz) 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves 1 tablespoon butter 1 cup Progresso™ Panko Italian style crispy bread crumbs 1/2 cup diced fresh tomatoes 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves Preparation Heat oven to 400°F....
One of the easiest appetizers we can make at home is these Japanese Sake-Steamed Clams, or what we call Asari no Sakamushi (あさりの酒蒸し). It is impossibly flavorful, and takes just 10 minutes and 5 ingredients to make. A perfect dish to start your meal with family and friends! What Are Sake Steamed Clams? Have you had steamed clams before? Steamed clams are a seafood dish consisting of clams cooked by steaming, and often seasoned with garlic, butter, white wine, etc....
Preparation When Julianne Hough married NHL star Brooks Laich last weekend, the Dancing With the Stars pro stunned in two separate bridal ensembles. And the team behind the gorgeous designs-Marchesa designers Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig, and the bride’s stylist Anita Patrickson-is opening up about the details of both of the new bride’s wedding looks. Plus, they’re sharing how her second style managed to be a one-of-a-kind, three-in-one style. While Hough is no stranger to designer gowns (between her DWTS judging looks and red carpet appearances, she’s donned hundreds of statement-making dresses), People reports that when it came to her wedding dress the actress and performer was involved in every step of the design process....
When we were in Osaka this past summer, one of the local specialties that we enjoyed most was Kushikatsu (串カツ) also known as Kushiage (串揚げ). Similar to hot pot, there is a sense of communal eating with kushikatsu, where you are sitting or standing side-by-side with other diners, partaking in the enjoyment of the good eats, the dunking of the sauce, the lively chatters and the casual yet super fun atmosphere....
New Year’s Day is the biggest celebration in Japanese culture, and even the pickles get to dress up a little for this special day. You might enjoy pickled turnips on a daily basis, but on the first day of the year, we start with the best – Pickled Chrysanthemum Turnip (Kikka Kabu 菊花かぶ). What is Pickled Chrysanthemum Turnip (Kikka Kabu)? These turnips are pickled in rice vinegar, sugar, and kombu....
Need a quick lunch or a savory snack idea? Let me introduce Japanese Pizza Toast (ピザトースト). Yes, pizza toasts are all good, but this one starts with the sweet, soft, and non-like-the-other Japanese milk bread as the base. You get delicate crispy exterior, softest chewy insides, and with all the savory pizza toppings. Growing up, my brother and I loved pizza toast for our after-school snack! It’s undeniably the BEST KIND of childhood comfort food....
Ingredients 1 pound beef boneless round steak 1 pound small red potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices (4 cups) 2 medium stalks celery, chopped (1 cup) 2 medium carrots, chopped (1 cup) 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules 1/2 teaspoon pepper 2 cartons (32 ounces each) Progresso™ beef flavored broth 1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, undrained 1/2 cup water 1/2...
Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds ground beef 3/4 cup dry bread crumbs 1/2 cup milk 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup) 1 egg 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1 can (28 ounces) whole tomatoes, undrained 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste...
Wish to add some flair to your weeknight meal routine? Let’s make Tenshinhan (天津飯), a Chinese-influenced Japanese dish that is super satisfying and yet quick to make. Here we have crab omelette over steamed rice and smothered in a sweet and sour sauce. The velvety texture of the umami-rich sauce pairs with tender omelette and sweet crab meat, it’s delicious in every bite. Luxurious as it may sound, tenshinhan takes only 15 minutes to make....
