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Quick Fix: Tuna Chili
Thinking about the start of autumn, how about kicking off the season with a hearty and warmly spiced pot of chili, featuring fresh, succulent tuna?
This twist on a classic comfort dish combines the rich flavors of spices with the tender, texture of fresh tuna. It not only provides a burst of flavor but also offers a nutritious and wholesome ...Read more
Marinated pork tenderloin stars in this budget weeknight meal
The smartest way to shop if you're looking to pinch pennies is often with a menu and a list of specific ingredients in mind before you head to the store.
But for flexible home cooks who don't mind changing course on a dime, there's a lot of value in taking advantage of something you unexpectedly happen upon that's on super sale.
I had planned ...Read more
Gretchen's table: Colorful sumac sauce levels up turkey and zucchini meatballs
Meatballs are pretty much an "everybody" food.
They can be made with almost any type of ground protein — including poultry, beef, pork and lamb — and sometimes there's no meat at all. Instead, they're rolled together with legumes, beans, grains, mushrooms and/or a whole host of vegetables.
They're just as versatile when it comes to serving...Read more

A unique, Colorado-made spirit is causing a buzz among drinkers – literally
DENVER -- Take one sip of the Colorado-made spirit Tingala and you’ll understand why it’s unlike anything else currently available on the market.
The sensory experience starts with a bouquet of cinnamon and allspice in the aroma, and at first those are the dominant flavors on the palate, too. But soon, spicy notes give way to tingling ...Read more

Head to Orange County, California, for the best sourdough in the universe. And it's purple
LOS ANGELES -- Did you see the purple loaves of sourdough that were all over social media a few years ago? I missed them. In fact, I'm five years late to trying Karlo Evaristo's heirloom blue corn masa sourdough bread, and I only discovered it by accident. Now, I can think of little else.
During a recent dinner at Le Hut Dinette, a new ...Read more
Shimmering Salmon Surprise
Inspired by the shimmering waters of the Nordic fjords, this dish is simplicity at its finest. Shimmering Salmon Surprise is a tribute to the ocean's bounty.
Ingredients Fresh salmon fillet Lemon DillInstructions Grill the salmon until it's perfectly cooked.
Drizzle it with freshly squeezed lemon juice and sprinkle...Read more
Twilight Twinkle Tacos
Illuminate your evening with Twilight Twinkle Tacos. The flavorful filling wrapped in a crunchy taco shell is as delightful and sparkling as a twilight sky filled with twinkling stars.
Ingredients 4 taco shells 1/2 pound ground meat (beef, turkey, or chicken) 1 cup shredded lettuce 1/2 cup grated cheese 1/2 cup ...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
Midday Mirage Avocado Toast
Embark on a midday journey with Midday Mirage Avocado Toast. The creamy avocado spread over a crunchy slice of toast is as enticing and fulfilling as a midday mirage.
Ingredients 2 slices of bread 1 ripe avocado Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 lemon Chili flakes (optional)Instructions Toast the slices of bread until they ...Read more
Perfect Pacific Northwest Salmon
Savor the fresh flavors of the sea with this dish. Perfect Pacific Northwest Salmon is a testament to the richness of nature's bounty.
Ingredients Salmon Lemon DillInstructions Bake salmon with a squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of dill.
Enjoy with a side of fresh greens.
This salmon is a journey along the ...Read more
Moonlit Magic Chocolate Mousse
Indulge in the moonlit magic of this light-as-air chocolate mousse. As dreamy as a midnight sky adorned with twinkling stars, this dessert is a taste of the cosmos captured in a velvety and luxurious mousse.
Ingredients 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/4 cup sugar 3 eggs, separated 1/2 cup cream Pinch of saltInstruction...Read more
Speedy Spaetzle
Spaetzle are tiny German dumplings that make a hearty and satisfying dish!Ingredients: 1 cup flour 2 eggs 1/4 cup milk SaltInstructions: Mix flour, eggs, milk, and salt to form a smooth batter.
Push the batter through a colander into boiling water.
Boil until they float to the surface, then drain.
...Read more

EatingWell: This vegetarian spin on General Tso’s is so good you won’t even miss the meat
This plant-based version of General Tso’s chicken is the perfect weeknight meal, swapping chicken for cauliflower with a boost of vibrant green color and gut-healthy fiber coming from edamame. Serve it over brown rice or whole-wheat noodles to sop up any leftover sauce.
General Tso’s Cauliflower
Serves 4
Active Time: 30 minutes
Total ...Read more

Environmental Nutrition: Quick-grab foods are OK in moderation
You’re walking down the street, and your senses are overwhelmed by the scents of Greece, the Middle East, Mexico, America, and more. Ah, the food trucks creating their yummy street fare. But if you’re trying to stick to your healthy eating plan, does that mean you have to walk on by? Not necessarily.
Sure, many food cart meals or street ...Read more

Seriously Simple: A final taste of summer
As we fall into autumn, you can still make this Seriously Simple flavor enhancer since ripe red tomatoes are still in season, albeit at the trail end. This is one of those recipes I make annually when I know I still want a concentrated flavor condiment. Talk about easy; this one-step, sweet-savory relish, topping or stand-in for ketchup is very ...Read more

Fast, easy curry shrimp makes multiple weeknight meals
Fast, high-protein meals start with seafood. No need for complicated techniques, most fish cooks in mere minutes in a hot skillet, broiler, grill or microwave oven.
Cost proves the biggest challenge for weeknight meals. Stocking up on frozen items when the sales happen helps. A package of fish fillets or a pouch of shrimp will thaw nicely ...Read more

The Kitchn: This fluffy, oven-baked pancake is so good, I make it every weekend
We are big pancake-lovers in my home — mostly because I can’t get enough of their fluffy texture, and because my kids love to use them as a vessel for maple syrup. This skillet pancake has quickly become an everyday favorite. It’s pure breakfast comfort, and it’s made even better by the use of tangy buttermilk, which keeps the pancake ...Read more

The Kitchn: Too tired to cook? Make this impossibly flavorful one-pan dinner
Without a doubt, a dinner that’s going to check all the boxes when you’re too tired to cook is a veggie-packed stir-fry. This basil beef stir-fry leans hard on summer vegetables, and you can still pull it off on the nights that you...Read more

3 recipes that make the most of apple season
Pumpkin spice is going to have to wait a minute; it’s time for apples to shine.
Whether yours are hand-picked from a local orchard, scooped up at a farmers market or plucked from your backyard, we want to make the most of the season while the fruit is at its crispy, flavorful best.
We turned to three new cookbooks to find new recipes for the...Read more

Add a little spice to your life with these 3 easy salsa recipes
Salsa is the Spanish word for sauce, but it does a whole lot more.
A good salsa will complement and catapult the most ordinary dish with sweet, tangy, fiery depth and zest. It’s a delicious way to dispatch a seasonal bounty of fresh herbs, veggies and fruit, and is great in just about anything, regardless of the culture or country of a ...Read more