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The Kitchn: This ‘so delicious’ chicken soup will instantly transport you to Mexico
The Yucatán Peninsula is a magical region in Southeast Mexico that’s rich in Mayan history and surrounded by beautiful waterfronts and jungles. In the towns, you will find colonial haciendas that are often lined with citrus trees and a very particular one called lima agria. From the outside, it resembles a large lime, though when you try it, ...Read more

The Kitchn: The French breakfast bake my family begs me to make
It doesn’t matter if it’s a special occasion or I’m just having friends over — I love a good brunch recipe that feels very fancy, tastes delicious, and is also incredibly easy to make. Enter: my French croissant breakfast bake. It checks all these boxes and ...Read more

Neman: Cheese on the road, chocolate chips and a coincidence for the ages
It’s always funny when a truck overturns and spills 40,000 pounds of cheese onto the road, until you’re the one stuck in traffic behind it.
The problem was that I did not know I was stuck behind a truck that had spilled 40,000 pounds of cheese onto the road. All I knew was that I was in Cincinnati trying to pick up my hungry mother for ...Read more

Gretchen's table: Ham, cheese and chive muffins are an easy breakfast or snack
I'm usually a Southern biscuit kind of girl, especially when they're made with buttermilk. But I would never say no to a really good muffin — be it savory or sweet — since they're the perfect grab-and-go bite when you're in a hurry.
They're easy to eat out of hand, can be made in large quantities and most don't require a lot of technical ...Read more

Grandma's Kitchen classes share and pass on family recipes and culinary tips
PITTSBURGH — The best recipes — or at least the ones that make us feel all warm and cozy inside — are often the ones we grew up with.
There's something special about dishes that have been handed down from grandparent to parent to child and made time and again. And if each succeeding generation of cooks tweaks the instructions or modifies ...Read more

Quick Fix: Pork Chop Ragu with Salad
I was craving something simple yet flavorful, and an Italian-style ragu immediately came to mind. In Italy, "ragu" refers to a rich, ground meat-based sauce traditionally served over pasta.
For a quick and easy twist, I decided to prepare this ragu using a whole pork chop, making the process even more convenient without sacrificing taste. To ...Read more

With these tips, your homemade hummus will be the best
You only need to stroll past the hummus section of the grocery store to realize it’s a lot bigger than it used be. The fact that there is even a hummus section, with many, many varieties, tells us how popular this bean dip has become over the past few years.
Of course, hummus has been around for centuries, originating in the Middle East, but ...Read more

Brown bagging it? These 5 recipes will shake up your lunchtime routine
Lunch deserves better.
We have no problem pulling out all the stops for an evening meal, and brunch is like the popular cousin who gets all the attention. Then there’s lunch, which is often eaten at desks, over the sink or maybe not at all. On good days there might be leftovers. On harried days, it might be a PB&J, a handful of almonds, ...Read more
Fast Fettuccine Alfredo
This quick and creamy Fettuccine Alfredo is a dream come true for pasta lovers. In less than 20 minutes, you'll be twirling your fork in a bowl of this Italian comfort food.
Ingredients: 200g fettuccine 2 cups heavy cream 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper to tasteInstructions: Cook the fettuccine as per the ...Read more
Serene Sunrise Scrambled Eggs
Greet the day with the comforting simplicity of these Serene Sunrise Scrambled Eggs. A heartwarming and belly-filling dish that captures the soothing hues of a sunrise, as serene and calming as a peaceful morning.
Ingredients 4 eggs Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons cream Fresh chives for ...Read more
Moonlight Melody Trail Mix
Listen to the melody of the moonlight with Moonlight Melody Trail Mix. This combination of nuts, dried fruit, and chocolate sings a melody as enchanting as a moonlit night.
Ingredients 1 cup almonds 1 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips 1/2 cup sunflower seeds 1/2 cup raisinsInstructions Combine all ...Read more

Federal cuts gut food banks as they face record demand
Food bank shortages caused by high demand and cuts to federal aid programs have some residents of a small community that straddles Idaho and Nevada growing their own food to get by.
For those living in Duck Valley, a reservation of about 1,000 people that is home to the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes, there’s just one grocery store where prices are ...Read more
Morning Glory Pancakes
Wake up to the gentle caress of a morning breeze with Morning Glory Pancakes. The marriage of fluffy pancakes and sweet maple syrup is a timeless classic, perfect for a leisurely weekend breakfast enjoyed while watching the sunrise.
Ingredients 1 cup of pancake mix 3/4 cup of water Butter for frying Maple syrupInstructions ...Read more
Fantastic Figs and Foie Gras
Embrace the charm of contrasts with this luxuriously sweet and savory appetizer. Fantastic Figs and Foie Gras is a celebration of the harmony that can exist between unlikely ingredients.
Ingredients Figs Foie gras Balsamic glazeInstructions Grill fig halves until caramelized.
Top each with a slice of foie gras and ...Read more

Treat Mom to one of the classics on her special day
Lemon bars are deliciously sweet (and tart!) for Mother’s Day. For bright citrus flavor, successful lemon bars depend on ample amounts of fresh lemon juice, yes, but also a generous amount of lemon zest, which provides round, floral notes. We used four lemons for our lemon curd filling, which yielded a whopping 2/3 cup of juice and 1/4 cup of ...Read more
Flashy Fruit Salad
This quick fruit salad is a refreshing and healthy dessert. Loaded with fresh flavors and done in no time, it's a perfect end to any meal.
Ingredients: 1 cup chopped fruits of your choice 1/2 cup yogurt HoneyInstructions: Combine the chopped fruits in a bowl.
Top with yogurt and a drizzle of honey before serving....Read more
Fabulous Fiddlehead Ferns
Get in touch with your adventurous side with this vibrant dish. Fabulous Fiddlehead Ferns is a whimsical exploration of flavors, showcasing the beauty of seasonal ingredients.
Ingredients Fiddlehead ferns Olive oil Lemon zestInstructions Blanch the fiddleheads, then sauté in olive oil until tender.
Sprinkle with ...Read more

EatingWell: This stir-fry is all about the sauce
Apricot jam adds just the right amount of sweetness to balance the spicy, salty and umami flavors in this sauce that lightly coats tender pieces of pork and crisp green beans. If gluten is not a concern, soy sauce may be used instead of tamari.
Pork & Green Bean Stir-Fry
Serves 4
Active Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
1/4 cup ...Read more

Environmental Nutrition: Papaya perks!
Papaya is a sweet fruit ripe with vitamins, minerals, and health protecting compounds.
The folklore
The popular tropical treat papaya is native to the warm, humid regions of southern Mexico and Central America. Ancient Mayans, who ate the fruit and used it medicinally for skin problems and other issues, called the papaya tree ...Read more

Seriously Simple: Avocado pesto, a fresh take on a classic
The other day I was talking to my dentist, who shared his recipe for avocado pesto. Since avocados are rich in healthy fats and fiber, I thought, what a good idea! I wondered how it would be to replace olive oil with avocado and discovered that this adapted Seriously Simple recipe offers a pleasant flavor and satisfying texture.
Pesto is ...Read more