Preparation Carrots in a plastic bag, loose apples, berries in a plastic box: In a perfect, easy world, we could return from a trip to the farmers’ market, the supermarket, or picking up our CSA box and pop all the fruits and vegetables into the refrigerator without a second thought. Do that, though, and you’ll likely be tossing mushy tomatoes or wilted leafy greens into the trash within a few days....
Ingredients 1 boneless beef rump or tip roast (3- to 4-lb) 1 teaspoon salt 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 8 oz small whole fresh mushrooms 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained, chopped 1/2 cup reduced-fat Italian dressing Preparation Spray 12-inch nonstick skillet with cooking spray. If beef roast comes in netting or is tied, do not remove. Sprinkle beef with salt and garlic. Place beef in skillet; cook over medium-high heat 5 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally, until brown on all sides....
Ingredients 1 boneless beef top round roast (3 to 4 lb) 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 tablespoons dried tarragon leaves 2 tablespoons olive oil Fresh tarragon sprigs, if desired Preparation Heat oven to 450°F. Spray shallow roasting pan with cooking spray; place beef in pan. In small bowl, mix salt, pepper, garlic, dried tarragon and oil. Rub mixture on all sides of beef....
To kick off my Osechi Ryori Recipe Series (おせち料理), I’d like to start with a classic dish called Tazukuri (田作り) or candied anchovies. These anchovies are crunchy, sweet, and deeply savory, which make them a fantastic snack to enjoy along with the other delicacies served as part of the Japanese New Year’s foods. If you love munching on little bites with cold beer or sake on New Year’s Day, you will love tazukuri!...
Preparation Speeches, or toasts, are a heartfelt part of an engagement party. The best of them will be touching, funny, or a combination of the two, and they usually happen once the celebration is well underway. While you can have any guest get up and say a few words, if you’re wondering what the tradition is, keep on reading to find out who usually speaks and in what order during the engagement party....
Preparation St. Patrick’s Day revelry is forever associated with that signature emerald hue. Shamrocks are a given and the drinks are a must, but how do you give this traditional holiday a fresh modern look? Take note: When a St. Paddy’s Day soirée is planned by Royale Ziegler of But First, Party! and Rachel Huntington of Bonjour Fete, you can expect that go-to color and a little more - elegant cocktails, an abundance of living botanicals, and gigantic balloons....
Do you like the texture and flavor of fennel? It was a new ingredient I discovered when I moved to the U.S. In Japan, we don’t use fennel in our cooking, so I learned to use it as an ingredient in my soups first, and I loved it. My local pizza restaurant used raw fennel in their salad and I absolutely loved the texture. So here’s my take on their salad – Arugula Salad with Fennel and Navel Orange which has become one of our family’s favorite salads that I make at home....
Ingredients 1 lb plum (Roma) tomatoes (about 6 tomatoes) 1 jalapeño chile, seeded 1 clove garlic, peeled 1/4 medium white onion 1/2 teaspoon chicken tomato bouillon granules 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Preparation In blender, place all ingredients except oil. Cover; blend until smooth. In 2-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add tomato mixture; cook about 5 minutes or until hot. Serve warm or cold with tortilla chips, as desired....
Easy Cabbage Salad I love a good easy salad recipe. We have so many on our blog because cabbage is great to make any time of year. I love that cabbage doesn’t get soggy quickly and it makes for the perfect salad to make when you are hosting outside parties, potlucks or if you need to prep in advance. Prepare the salad the day before, just add the dressing and mix before serving guests....
Ingredients 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup buttermilk 1 tablespoon canola oil 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1 1/2 cups boiling water Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt with spoon. Stir in buttermilk and oil (batter will be thick). In ungreased 8-inch or 9-inch square pan, spread batter....
Ingredients 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 package (0.85 oz) Old El Paso™ chicken taco seasoning mix 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), cut into 1-inch pieces 6 teaspoons vegetable oil 2 medium bell peppers, chopped (about 2 cups) 1 medium red onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup) 1 package (11.5 oz) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 tortillas, 8 inch) 2 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese (8 oz)...
The dumplings are similar to our Russian Pelmeni but so much quicker to make. what is a gyoza? Gyoza is a thinly rolled out dough filled with ground meat, sealed and cooked. Though considered to be Japanese cuisine, they are similar to potstickers which originate from China (like our pork potstickers). The dough is crispy when fried and the steaming allows the chicken inside to become so juicy and tender....
Ingredients 4 large eggs 2 oz unsweetened baking chocolate 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, room temperature 1 teaspoon vanilla About 2 teaspoons butter or margarine, room temperature, to grease soufflé dish Additional granulated sugar for coating soufflé dish 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar Frozen whipped topping, if desired Preparation Place an egg separator over a small bowl. Crack open 1 egg, letting the yolk fall into the center of the separator and the egg white slip through the slots into the bowl....
Ingredients 1/3 cup butter or margarine, softened 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1/2 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons unsweetened baking cocoa 1/4 cup butter or margarine 4 oz semisweet baking chocolate 1/4 cup granulated sugar 2 eggs 1/4 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 2 oz semisweet baking chocolate 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 1 tablespoon honey 2 kiwifruit, cut up 1 can (11 oz) mandarin orange segments, drained...
Ingredients 2 boxes (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts (2 Count), softened as directed on box 5 cups sliced fresh strawberries 3 cups fresh raspberries 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar 1/4 cup cornstarch 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon milk Vanilla ice cream, if desired Preparation Heat oven to 400°F. Remove 2 of the pie crusts from pouches. On lightly floured surface, unroll and stack crusts one on top of the other....
Ingredients 8 oz. uncooked linguine 1 (10.5-oz.) pkg. frozen cooked light Italian meatballs 1 (15-oz.) can chunky Italian tomato sauce 1 (10 3/4-oz.) can condensed 98% fat-free cream of mushroom soup with 30% less sodium 1 (2.5-oz.) jar sliced mushrooms, drained 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley Preparation Cook linguine to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain; cover to keep warm. Meanwhile, in large skillet, combine all remaining ingredients except parsley; mix well....
Ingredients 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef 1/2 lb lean ground pork 3/4 cup Progresso™ plain bread crumbs 1/2 cup finely chopped red or white onion 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/2 cup milk 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 egg 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 2...
Preparation There’s no question about it: Engagement rings are absolutely stunning. Not only do they shine in all the right places, but they’re also a symbol of your intention to make a lifelong commitment to another person. Creating a piece of jewelry that holds such significant meaning is serious business. Even from its very conception, crafting an engagement ring requires intricate, involved, and extensive care and consideration. “Cleanliness of work, quality of fit, and finish all combine with scale to make the perfect ring,” explains Matthew Trent, a Dallas-based jeweler....
Ingredients 1 box (15.25 oz) Betty Crocker™ Delights Super Moist™ Lemon Cake Mix 1/3 cup butter or margarine, softened 1/4 cup shortening 1 egg 1 tub (12 oz) Betty Crocker™ Whipped Whipped Cream Frosting Preparation Heat oven to 375°F (350°F for dark or nonstick cookie sheets). In large bowl, beat cake mix, butter, shortening and egg on medium speed about 1 minute or until blended. Onto ungreased cookie sheet, drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart....
Ingredients 6 medium potatoes, peeled (2 pounds) 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise or salad dressing 1 tablespoon white or cider vinegar 1 tablespoon yellow mustard 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 2 medium celery stalks, chopped (1 cup) 4 hard-cooked eggs, chopped Preparation Heat 1 inch water (salted if desired) to boiling in 3-quart saucepan. Add potatoes. Cover and heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cook 30 to 35 minutes or until tender; drain....
