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It is getting so hot here that all I want to prepare are no-cook dishes. I always look forward to whipping up effortless cold soups in the dog days of summer and what follows is one of my all-time favorite recipes for summer heat.

This dish is a nod to Scandinavia thanks to the dill and shrimp. This Seriously Simple warm-weather soup only ...Read more

Hear me out: Cabbage just may be the perfect vegetable. Its sturdy composition means it stores well, making it one of the few vegetables consistently available year-round. In cold weather, cabbage adds freshness to stir-fries and long-simmered soups and stews.

Summer lets cabbage’s versatility soar. We slice it super thin for all manner of ...Read more

Simple, nostalgic, and easy to whip up, this no-fuss recipe turns the humble potato into the star of the meal. Country potatoes are the quintessential partner to a stack of fluffy pancakes and ...Read more

Before I left home for college, my mom decided it was time to tell me about the one time she got drunk. She kept it brief, but it involved a boat and drinking three mai tais, one of the most beloved tiki cocktails, over the course of an evening. (There was probably more to the story than I’m remembering at this point, but I’m pretty sure I ...Read more

We recently watched a movie in which a chef made coq au vin, and suddenly my wife had a hankering for coq au vin.

I don't think I had ever actually made it before. Coq au vin, which is a dish of chicken, mushrooms and onions simmered in red wine, always reminds me of my good friend and professional rival Carole Kass, who called her chicken-in-...Read more

On a recent trip to St. Louis, I stopped at the legendary Pappy's Smokehouse and fell in love with their smoky, tender barbecue ribs. When I returned home, I was craving that same rich flavor but didn’t have hours to spend making them. Instead, I created a quicker version by giving the ribs a head start in the microwave, then finishing them on...Read more

Warm up to the cozy charm of winter with Winter's Embrace Hot Chocolate. The rich, creamy hot chocolate is as warm and comforting as a snug winter blanket.

Ingredients 2 cups of milk 100g of dark chocolate 2 tablespoons of sugar Whipped cream for topping (optional)Instructions Chop the chocolate into small pieces.

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Bring a ray of light to your day with Lunchtime Luminosity Quiche Lorraine. The fluffy egg filling with savory bacon and cheese is as delightful and satisfying as a radiant lunchtime sun.

Ingredients 1 pre-made pie crust 4 eggs 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup cooked bacon, chopped 1/2 cup shredded cheeseInstructions Preheat your ...Read more

Taste the duet of daybreak with Daybreak Duet Apple and Almond Butter. The crisp apple slices spread with creamy almond butter perform a duet as refreshing and revitalizing as the break of day.

Ingredients 1 apple 2 tablespoons almond butter A sprinkle of cinnamon 1 tablespoon chopped almonds Honey to drizzleInstructions ...Read more

Embrace the gentle colors of the evening with Sunset Serenade Salmon. The pink, tender salmon, delicately seasoned and perfectly grilled, mirrors the splendid hues of a serene sunset.

Ingredients 2 salmon fillets Olive oil for drizzling Salt and pepper to taste 1 lemon for servingInstructions Preheat your grill or skillet...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 ...Read more

On some level, the hero of David Heska Wanbli Weiden’s “Wisdom Corner” knows he’s too violent. But can he get that message from his bruised knuckles to his brain?

“I’d gotten in two fights in a week,” Virgil Wounded Horse tells us in the thriller. “I’d tried to handle both situations calmly, but each had turned violent. And I ...Read more

Elevate your breakfast with this gourmet dish. Tremendous Truffle Toast is a luxurious indulgence that transforms your morning.

Ingredients Bread Truffle oil Parmesan cheeseInstructions Toast the bread to your liking.

Drizzle with truffle oil and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

This breakfast is a celebration ...Read more

LOS ANGELES -- Have you ever had a meal change the course of your entire life? For Pizza Cafe L.A. owner Diego Garcia, it was a slice of Margherita pizza extraneously covered in pepperoni.

He was in New York for one of his entertainment production jobs and thinking about getting into stand-up comedy. Wanting to make the most of his time in the ...Read more

This quick and easy coconut curry soup is the perfect comfort food for any day of the week.

Ingredients: 1 can coconut milk 1 cup vegetable broth 2 tablespoons red curry paste 1 cup sliced mushrooms 1/2 cup sliced bamboo shootsInstructions: In a pot, combine coconut milk, broth, and curry paste, bringing to a simmer....Read more

Acai bowls have become a staple of health cafes, fitness influencers, and social media feeds — often promoted as the ultimate “clean” breakfast or post-workout meal. But are açaí bowls actually healthy, or are they just smoothies served in a bowl with good marketing? The answer lies in how they’re made.

Acai nutrition...Read more

It’s summer, and I prefer delicious desserts that don’t cause me to spend the day in the kitchen. That said, poached fruit compotes are always welcome at the end of a summer meal. And cooks and guests alike often prefer a light dessert in these hot months.

This recipe was created when my first crop of Babcock peaches turned out to be larger...Read more

The family looks forward to our summer rental spot all year long. We book a place big enough for everyone. There will be laughter, laundry, late-night board games, beach time and plenty of cooking together.

I pack a small arsenal of tools to make cooking in a rental kitchen easier. We’ve learned to bring a couple of sharp knives and a large ...Read more

I reach for the jar of chili crisp in the refrigerator whenever I want to perk up a dumpling sauce, noodle bowl, or plain rice, but chili crisp can be used for cooking too. Toss it with crispy tofu, ...Read more