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Preparation Our food editors know that the way to a mother’s heart is by making her something special to eat. So, to inspire your upcoming Mother’s Day creations, we asked them to share what they are planning to whip up for the holiday. Their general consensus? Spring fruits (think strawberries and rhubarb) are trending—and, of course, there’s a heightened interest in breakfast baked goods. When Riley Wofford, our Assistant Food Editor, gets to spend time with her mom, for example, celebrations tend to be on the sweeter side....

Preparation While pool parties, barbecues, and family picnics have traditionally been popular ways to gather over the Labor Day weekend, things are going to be different this year because of social distancing guidelines. “Labor Day won’t look exactly how it used to,” says professional event planner Lisa Cokinos of LC Events. “But some activities are still easy to pull off as long as you follow safety protocols.” Not only are certain group activities feasible while practicing social distancing, but Cokinos says they can be advantageous, too....

Inari Age (いなりあげ, 稲荷あげ) is Japanese fried tofu pouches or aburaage (油揚げ). It is cooked in a sweet-savory sauce, which usually contains soy sauce, sugar, and mirin. What Is Inari Age Inari age is seasoned tofu pouches, also known as aburaage. The aburaage is made of deep-fried firm tofu, and the pockets are sturdy to pack with rice or vegetables. While traditionally, you would simmer the aburaage, in this modern-day convenience, you can skip the cooking step and buy it already seasoned....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch strips 2 teaspoons jerk seasoning (dry) 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 4 medium green onions, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin orange segments, drained 1/2 cup honey-roasted peanuts 4 cups hot cooked rice Preparation Place chicken in heavy-duty resealable plastic bag. Sprinkle jerk seasoning over chicken; seal bag and shake until chicken is evenly coated....

It stays soft and spreadable right from the fridge. It melts very quickly with the slightest warmth and I can control the exact amount I want on my pastries or meal. Instead of worrying about the exact setting on the microwave to melt butter or possibly burn it on the stove, it’s easy to enjoy this product. You can use it to top a dinner dish like fish or steak to make them more flavorful, or put a little on grilled vegetables to soften the texture....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened 2 cups powdered sugar 3 tablespoons finely grated lemon zest 2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1 cup powdered sugar 1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice Preparation Heat oven to 400°F. In large bowl, beat softened butter, 1/2 cup of the powdered sugar and the lemon zest with electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy. Stir in flour until soft dough forms. Shape dough into 36 (1 1/4-inch) balls....

Preparation Elisa Marshall is the founder of Maman, a café and bakery with locations in New York City and Toronto. Here, she shares her plans for the ultimate garden-inspired Mother’s Day brunch. When my mom and I get together (she lives in Toronto, I’m in New York), we always end up cooking together—we might make dinner but we’ll definitely bake (we both love baking). For Mother’s Day this year I wanted to do something special, to start a new tradition....

Ingredients 3 lb dark-orange sweet potatoes (about 4 potatoes) 8 slices bacon 1 large onion, chopped (3/4 cup) 1/4 cup half-and-half, warmed 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Fresh thyme sprigs, if desired Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Pierce sweet potatoes all over with fork; place on cookie sheet with sides. Bake about 1 hour 15 minutes or until tender when pierced with fork. Let stand 15 minutes or until cool enough to handle....

Now that your children are back in school and you as a parent is finally finding your way into the regular school-year routine, I assume you need a quick and easy dinner inspiration? My kids love Miso Salmon, which is frequent in our family dinner rotation and today I’m going to share a slightly different variation which has become such a staple – Miso Butter Salmon (味噌バターサーモン). The Golden Combination of Miso and Butter Have you had a chance to combine miso and butter in your cooking?...

We recommend taking a trip to Tempozan Harbor Village when visiting Osaka, especially if you have younger children. The village contains an enormous aquarium, a giant Ferris wheel, Legoland Discovery Center, and lastly, you can even take a bay cruise. The best of all, you can find many nostalgic and classic Osaka food at Naniwa Kuishinbo Yokocho. Ready to check it out? Let’s go! Where is Tempozan Harbor Village Tempozan Harbor Village is located on the western part of Osaka, it’s just a quick 30 min train ride from either Umeda or Namba area of the city....

When we arrived in Yufuin, a popular hot spring resort near Beppu (another much larger and more developed hot spring resort in Kyushu), we had no idea what we would encounter in this little resort town. Soon after we started walking on the main street, we realized we were in a food paradise. From Korokke (croquettes) to green tea pudding, there were endless savory and sweet food options in shops lining both sides of the street....

Preparation When you design wedding dresses for a living, it should come as no surprise that your own big day is invariably all about the gown. This was true for Cydney Morris, the creative behind the bridal label Stone Cold Fox—her Brock Collection x Stone Cold Fox number was the center of her bridal look, she tells Martha Stewart Weddings. “It was a hard process for me because I felt a lot of pressure to make an amazing, unique dress,” she explains....

Preparation While there are many factors that manifest in rosacea, a facial flushing condition, research shows there’s one unexpected connection—and it involves your gut. Understanding how to keep blushes and pesky pimples at bay begins with addressing this connection. To help you do so—and combat the facial condition from the stomach up—we tapped a gastroenterologist and a dermatologist to share their thoughts. Ahead, exactly how your gut health plays into the rosacea equation....

Preparation You’d be amazed by how many different donuts are being baked fresh every single day, and some of them are pretty unique: From the gooey Portland Creme at Voodoo Donuts in Oregon to a bacon, egg, and cheese-stuffed potato donut at Holy Donut in Portland, Maine, donut shops across the nation are truly making something for everyone. In celebration of National Donut Day, the team at food delivery service GrubHub shared a list of the most “out there” donuts you can find....

Preparation As Martha Stewart’s longtime collaborator and the brand’s Executive Editorial Director, it’s safe to say that Kevin Sharkey knows what’s what when it comes to design. Though Sharkey is well-equipped to share advice on everything from floral arrangements to organizing tight laundry room spaces, what we most look forward to are his decorating tips. To celebrate Martha’s latest lifestyle launch, Sharkey offers the one design element he thinks every homeowner should include in their space, plus his must-read recommendations for creating a cohesive, beautiful home....

Ingredients Reynolds™ Baking Cups 1 1/2 cups sliced almonds 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ white cake mix Water, vegetable oil and whole eggs called for on cake mix box 1 teaspoon almond extract 1/2 cup butter or margarine 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup milk 2 cups powdered sugar Preparation Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans).Place Reynolds Baking Cups in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups....

Ingredients 1/2 cup Alfredo pasta sauce 2 eggs 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 4 cups cooked tricolor rotelle pasta 1 package (10 oz) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed, drained 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained 1 cup seasoned croutons Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Mix Alfredo sauce, eggs and garlic in ungreased square baking dish, 8x8x2 inches. Stir in pasta, broccoli and tuna. Press lightly in baking dish. Cover and bake about 20 minutes or until set....

Ingredients 1 egg 1 teaspoon water 2 tablespoons shredded Cheddar cheese 1 slice cooked bacon 1 package (8.2 oz) Old El Paso™ Flour Tortillas for Soft Tacos and Fajitas (10 count) Handful of spinach Preparation Spray 6-inch skillet with cooking spray. In small bowl, beat egg and water until combined. Heat skillet over medium-low heat, and pour egg mixture into skillet. Gently tilt or swirl skillet to ensure liquid egg covers entire bottom of skillet....

Preparation The bed is where you begin and end the day, and where you spend nearly a third of your life. Why not make it the cleanest, loveliest, and most comfortable spot in your home? Knowing the right way to wash, dry, and store your bed’s components is essential to creating a soothing sleep environment. And if you’re in the market for new bedding, we’ve got you covered there, too....

Ingredients 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix 1/4 cup Betty Crocker™ Decors rainbow mix candy sprinkles 1/2 cup butter, melted 1 tablespoon milk 1 egg 1 can Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting 1/4 cup Betty Crocker™ Decorating Decors polka dot nonpareils Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, stir cake mix, rainbow candy sprinkles, butter, milk and egg until soft batter forms. Scoop 20 tablespoonfuls of batter onto ungreased large cookie sheet....