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Some of the traditional Japanese recipes you see on Just One Cookbook, such as this Simmered Kiriboshi Daikon (切り干し大根の煮物), may be unfamiliar to you. Although these “exotic” dishes may not spark your culinary interest, I feel it is important to feature them to give you a broad view of Japanese food and culture. If you travel to Japan one day or watch a Japanese movie or travel program, you might just encounter one of these traditional dishes and appreciate it even more....

Ingredients 1 jar (25.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato basil pasta sauce 1 cup water 1/2 lb uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta 1 package (14 oz) chicken breast tenders, cut in 1-inch pieces 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz) 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 cup Progresso™ Panko Italian style crispy bread crumbs 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves...

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cut into tablespoons 1 cup packed light brown sugar 1/4 cup light corn syrup 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon vanilla 12 cups plain popped popcorn 2 cups mini pretzel twists 1 cup mixed nuts Preparation Spray 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In bottom of slow cooker, layer butter, brown sugar and corn syrup. Cover and cook on High heat setting 30 minutes. Carefully remove slow cooker’s ceramic insert, leaving cover on, and rotate 180 degrees....

Ingredients 3 medium Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 2-inch pieces 3 turkey thighs (about 3 pounds), skin removed 1 jar (12 ounces) home-style turkey gravy 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon parsley flakes 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 bag (1 pound) frozen baby bean and carrot blend, thawed and drained Preparation Place potatoes in 3 1/2- to 6-quart slow cooker; arrange turkey on top. Mix remaining ingredients except vegetables until smooth; pour over mixture in slow cooker....

Ingredients 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces (2 cups) 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup) 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained 1 3/4 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton) 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 cup frozen corn 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro...

Ingredients 12 oz bulk breakfast sausage 1 1/2 cups water 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 box (7 oz) Betty Crocker™ Southwest Style Queso Potato Scrambles Kit 1/2 cup canned black beans, drained, rinsed 1/2 cup cooked corn kernels, drained if necessary 3 eggs, beaten 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves Preparation In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat 7 to 9 minutes, stirring frequently, until cooked through. Drain sausage on paper towels, and set aside; carefully wipe out skillet....

Ingredients 2 boxes (16.25 oz) Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ White Cake Mix (or your favorite flavor) Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix boxes 2 containers Betty Crocker™ Whipped fluffy white frosting 2 cups pink or blue M&M’s® chocolate candies 1/4 cup pink or blue M&M’s® minis chocolate candies 3/4 cup assorted pink or blue candy sprinkles Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Grease or spray two 8-inch round pans; place 8-inch round piece of cooking parchment paper in bottom of each pan....

Preparation Oftentimes, our editors at Martha Stewart Living are busy at the sewing machine—whether we are stitching together stockings for Christmas or patriotic pennants for the Fourth of July; not to mention, any number of upholstery projects during any time of the year. You, our readers, inquire about these sources often, asking who produced the beautiful fabric you eyed in a decorating story or where we bought the velvet upholstery called for in a project....

Hello there. It’s been a while since we had a restaurant review on Just One Cookbook. We want to share with you today one of the restaurants we enjoy around Union Square, The Rotunda. When Nami and I were dating, we used to go to downtown San Francisco about once a week for dining and walking around. Near downtown Union Square, there are many restaurant choices and you could almost find any food you are in the mood for....

Tokyo Shitamachi Museum 下町風俗資料館 Located inside Ueno Park on the southeast corner of Shinobazu Pond is the Shitamachi Museum. It’s a small museum showcasing what life was like in Tokyo around 1910-1925. Shitamachi translates to “lower town” and historically referred to the area of Tokyo occupied by the lower income communities or common people. Our family enjoyed the visit to the museum and it was quite interesting to see what life was like in Japan 100 years ago....

Preparation Whether you’re a crafter or a home cook, it often feels like there are so many tools you can purchase to help you get a job done. Which ones are really worth investing in? Our editors are here to help. From everyday essentials to more obscure must-haves that will take your practice to the next level, we’re breaking it all down. Each week Tool of the Trade will highlight one must-have crafting or cooking item you need to know about....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 3/4 cup sliced carrot 3/4 cup cubed peeled sweet potato 3/4 cup sliced peeled parsnip 1/2 cup chopped red onion 2 cans (10 3/4 oz each) condensed cream of chicken soup 1 1/2 cups milk 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 3 cups chopped cooked turkey 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Original Crescent Dough Sheet...

When our children were younger, we loved visiting theme parks during our trips to Japan. We’ve visited Disneyland, DisneySea, Tokyo Dome, Yomiuriland, and Fuji Q Highland around Kanto area. One of the best memories we had was visiting Universal Studios Japan (USJ) in Osaka,. Before You visit Universal Studios Japan (USJ) We did quite a bit of research before visiting Universal Studios Japan. Most of the reviews we read online cautioned on the long lines at the rides....

Preparation Good dogs have been waiting patiently for spring just like their people have, and it’s a relief to let them out to expend some of that energy. But first you’ll want to make sure you’re keeping your furry friends safe, especially because a lovely garden can harbor a number of dangers. If you’re ready to exercise your green thumb, plan to either keep Fido out of the garden or bone up on your knowledge of plants that are toxic to dogs....

What is Mirin? Mirin (みりん, 味醂) or sweet rice wine is a sweet and syrupy liquid used as a seasoning and glazing agent. Just like soy sauce, it is one of the most important condiments in Japanese cuisine. Similar to sake, mirin is also a type of rice wine but with lower alcohol content (14% instead of 20%). We use this sweet rice wine in pretty much everything, from teriyaki salmon to hot pots to donburi rice bowls....

Ingredients 1 cup Apple Cinnamon Cheerios™ cereal 3/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 3/4 cup milk 2/3 cup chunky applesauce 3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 egg Maple-flavored syrup Preparation Heat griddle or 12-inch skillet over medium-low heat or to 325°F. Place cereal in resealable food-storage plastic bag; seal bag. Using rolling pin, crush cereal; pour into large bowl. Stir in all remaining ingredients except syrup just until moistened....

Ingredients 2 cups packed brown sugar 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil 3 eggs 3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground ginger 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup chopped walnuts 2 large apples, peeled, shredded (about 2 cups) 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened 1 cup powdered sugar 3 tablespoons butterscotch-caramel topping 1 tablespoon milk Additional ground cinnamon, if desired...

Ingredients 1 box (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts (2 Count), softened as directed on box 1 lb fresh asparagus spears (about 21, medium thickness), trimmed to 7 inches 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz) 4 oz cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup sour cream 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1 egg...

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 1/4 lb) 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves 1/8 teaspoon garlic salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup Dijon mustard Preparation Heat oven to 425°F. Spray 9-inch square pan with cooking spray. Remove fat from chicken. In shallow dish, mix bread crumbs, cheese, oregano, garlic salt and pepper. Spread mustard on all sides of chicken....

Ingredients 2 cups Gold Medal™ whole wheat flour 1 package regular active or fast-acting dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons) 2 cups very warm water (120°F to 130°F) 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons salt 2 to 2 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ Better for Bread flour 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted if desired 1 cup raisins, dried cherries or cranberries...