Apple fritters are one of my all-time favorite fall treats. I love the crackly glaze, those irresistible crispy edges, and chunks of apple packed into tender dough. And while I’m usually quick to make my favorite bakery treats at home (looking at you Read more

I hate to admit it, but I ate a large amount of processed, half-prepared meals as a kid. My parents often worked late, which meant Kraft mac and cheese, Stove Top stuffing, and Hamburger Helper were on regular rotation as we children were left to fend for ourselves.

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Fall is when we typically trade the lighter, produce-heavy dishes of summer for heartier comfort foods.

That crisp, cool salad that hit the spot on a hot night in July doesn't quite cut it in sweatshirt weather. Once the leaves start to change color and we're reaching for an extra blanket at bedtime instead of cranking up the air conditioner, ...Read more

Just as Stephanie Hansen’s first “True North Cabin Cookbook” took readers through the growing season at her beloved cabin in Ely, Minnesota, its sequel takes us from fall through early spring with recipes ranging from cozy soups and stews to those fitting for holiday spreads.

And, just like Volume 1 — and her television show “Taste ...Read more

It’s the wedding of the season. No, it’s the wedding of the year, and possibly the century.

And you’re the caterer. What do you do?

Money is obviously no object. This is likely to be the destination wedding to end all destination weddings. It might be held on Bali, or the top of the Eiffel Tower, or Mars.

The bride is an entertainer, ...Read more

For the sixth time in more than a month, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is recalling frozen shrimp products for possible contamination by Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope.

But so far, there are no indications that the radioactive shrimp has caused any illnesses among consumers.

The latest company to voluntarily pull possibly ...Read more

These healthy banana muffins are packed with protein thanks to ingredients like peanut butter and Greek-style yogurt, while white whole-wheat flour gives them a fiber boost. Serve them for breakfast or for a grab-and-go snack.

Banana Protein Muffins

Serves 12

Active Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

1 1/2 cups white whole-wheat flour ...Read more

If you’ve considered transitioning to a more plant-based way of eating, there has never been a better time to start. Evidence from registered dietitians, scientists, and other experts supports the health benefits of eating more plants. Research shows cutting back on the amount of meat we consume can significantly impact the health of the ...Read more

When you need a side dish that works with simple or spicy entrees, try this one. This recipe is a keeper and so Seriously Simple to make, you’ll probably find it in your weekly rotation of trusted recipes.

Pearl couscous, sometimes called Israeli couscous or “ptitim” in Israel is baked semolina or wheat pasta. It is larger than regular ...Read more

The ability to imagine a pizza at any moment is one of the skills of being a lifelong Chicagoan. Any bread-like offering, from yeasted dough to flatbread to crackers, can become a pizza.

Case in point: Walking through the Wednesday market in Sanary-sur-Mer, a coastal resort town on the Mediterranean between Bandol and Toulon in southeastern ...Read more

Candied bacon is one of those irresistible recipes that’s hard to stop eating once you start. It’s sweet, sticky, and crisp around the edge with a deep caramelized flavor from the brown sugar. This version takes it to the next level with a “cowboy twist”: a ...Read more

I fear that my oven thinks I may have abandoned her. It’s been too long since I’ve turned that dial to bake cakes or cookie treats. But just because I haven’t been baking, doesn’t mean I haven�...Read more

In the middle of the Pentagon is a large, pleasant, five-sided courtyard. In the middle of the courtyard is a small building.

As you might expect, the Soviet Union used to have a satellite that kept a watchful, unblinking eye on the Pentagon, the courtyard and especially that building in the middle of the courtyard.

The Soviets called it “...Read more

It’s hard to imagine my late summer kitchen without eggplant.

Strolling the farmers markets, I can’t hold back and pile my basket with eggplant in all shapes and sizes — black, thin and footlong; bright fuchsia; magenta with white striations; pale violet; light green; egg-shaped ivory.

Given its mild flavor and dense texture, there’s a...Read more

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

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

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

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