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Quick Quinoa and Black Bean Salad

This speedy quinoa and black bean salad is a healthy and hearty Caribbean-inspired dish.

Ingredients: 2 cups cooked quinoa 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup corn kernels 1 red bell pepper, diced 1/2 cup chopped cilantro Lime vinaigretteInstructions: In a large bowl, mix quinoa, black beans, corn, and red ...Read more

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

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I worked for a woman named Marilyn Lewis in 1980. I only met her in person once, but she made a lifelong impression on me.

Marilyn and her husband Harry lived in LA. He was an actor. Actors are not always working constantly and some fall on harder times. Harry knew that and had experienced that himself.

Besides acting, Harry dreamed of opening...Read more

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Gretchen's table: Carrot Tarte Tatin offers inspired take on French dessert

Recipes / Variety Menu /

Here's how it often goes at dinner time on weeknights in my kitchen: My husband walks in, and if there's no discernible aroma wafting across the room, he starts lifting lids on pans on the stovetop and looking in the fridge for leftovers before wondering out loud "What's for dinner?"

On a recent Monday, the answer was something of a shocker, ...Read more

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Cookbook news: 'Anything's Pastable' by The Sporkful's Dan Pashman, plus Nancy's Pizza book in the works

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CHICAGO -- Dan Pashman not only invented a new pasta shape just a few years ago, now he’s coming for your pasta sauce.

He’s best known as the creator and host of The Sporkful food podcast. His culinary legacy, however, may be immortalized as the inventor of the cascatelli pasta shape. He’s also the author of the upcoming new cookbook “...Read more

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Best Bites: Modballs

Recipes / Variety Menu /

Packed with 75 different fruits, veggies, seeds, nuts and chocolate, they are 100 calories of pure energy. And though they seem similar to a protein bar, they are definitely tastier; maybe it’s the zero preservatives of artificial ingredients.

My fitness fanatic son loved them, and I found them perfect for curbing mid-day hunger. They come ...Read more

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Column: I regained my sense of self by baking bread

Recipes / Variety Menu /

Something was missing from my life. I was feeling restless. Listless. All kinds of less.

I didn’t know what the problem was, until I stumbled upon a great-looking recipe for bread. And that made all the difference. I hope.

I happened to be on the King Arthur Flour website because I needed a bottle of Tahitian vanilla. Ordinarily, I wouldn’...Read more

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Column: Cal-Mex is having a moment in New York. But how does it taste?

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NEW YORK — When I'm in New York, the thing I love to do more than anything is eat.

Slabs of roast pork, skin as brittle and sweet as toffee and bathed in vinegar garlic sauce at Dominican spots in Washington Heights. Cheesy, cheap pizza slices in Midtown Manhattan. West African buffets. Katz's Deli. Bodega-bought chopped cheese sandwiches. ...Read more

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Diabetes Quick Fix: Thai peanut and coconut scallops with ginger rice

Recipes / Variety Menu /

Scallops are perfect for a quick meal. They need no preparation and only take a few minutes to cook. For this recipe they are simmered in a flavorful sauce made from a mixture of peanut sauce and coconut milk. Both items can be found in the Asian section of the supermarket.

Basmati rice has a nutty flavor and smells a little like popcorn when ...Read more

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Breadcrumbs (yes, breadcrumbs) are the star of this pasta dish

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Leave it to the Italians to create spectacular dishes with the most ordinary staples.

Pangrattato is no more than pulverized stale bread revived in good olive oil, lots of garlic and a few seasonings. Thanks to Lynne Rossetto Kasper's stories of thrifty Sicilian cooks, I no longer take breadcrumbs for granted. They've become the prime ...Read more

Simplistic Sashimi Platter

Recipes / 3 Ingredients or Less /

From the depths of Japan's clear waters, enjoy the vibrant flavors of the sea. Dipped in savory soy sauce, every slice of fish reveals a world of flavors.

Ingredients Sashimi-grade fish Soy sauce WasabiInstructions Slice the fish carefully into thin pieces.

Serve with soy sauce and wasabi.

This sashimi ...Read more

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Alternative cooking oils are taking over restaurant kitchens

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Over the past half-dozen years, one of America’s most dependable, all-purpose pantry staples has taken a severe hit to its reputation.

Vegetable oil is key to cooking an infinite variety of food, whether fried chicken, roast vegetables, banana bread or popcorn. According to the US Department of Agriculture, about 20% of the American diet ...Read more

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Google is trying to reduce its food waste without irritating employees

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It’s not just the headcount at Google that’s getting smaller.

Like other Silicon Valley giants retrenching amid financial uncertainty, Google has cut thousands of jobs since January 2023. But the company is also accelerating changes within its lavish corporate cafeterias — a longtime lure for tech employees — that will both reduce costs...Read more

Daytime Dainty Deviled Eggs

Recipes / 5 Ingredients or Less /

Enjoy a delicate treat with Daytime Dainty Deviled Eggs. The creamy yolk filling in a tender egg white is as delicate and satisfying as a daytime delicacy.

Ingredients 6 eggs 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon mustard Salt and pepper to taste Paprika for garnishInstructions Boil the eggs, let them cool, then peel and cut ...Read more

Springtime Sunshine Lemon Bars

Recipes / 5 Ingredients or Less /

Experience the bright warmth of a spring day with these Springtime Sunshine Lemon Bars. The tartness of the lemon curd and the sweet buttery crust create a harmonious balance that's as refreshing and invigorating as the first bloom of spring flowers.

Ingredients 1 cup of flour 1/2 cup of butter 1/4 cup of sugar 1 can of ...Read more

Starry Night S'mores Dip

Recipes / 5 Ingredients or Less /

Embrace the warmth of a starry night with this irresistibly gooey s'mores dip. As cozy and comforting as an evening spent around the campfire, this dessert brings the charm of the great outdoors to your dining table.

Ingredients 1 cup chocolate chips 10 large marshmallows, halved Graham crackers for dippingInstructions ...Read more

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Quick Fix: Rosemary, lemon, garlic swordfish with spinach orzo

Recipes / Quick Fix /

Passing by the fish case in the market, I noticed some very fresh swordfish. I decided to buy some and complement the richness of the fish by adding the aromatic flavors of lemon, rosemary, and garlic.

Orzo is a rice shaped pasta. It gives a lighter feel than larger pasta. Fresh spinach gives a vibrant color and adds flavor. I added it after ...Read more

Serene Sunrise Scrambled Eggs

Recipes / 5 Ingredients or Less /

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

Craving a sweet treat? Use your cast-iron skillet to make a luscious dessert

Recipes / America's Test Kitchen /

A 12-inch cast-iron skillet can handle just about any meal, from breakfast to dessert — and brownies are no exception. The best ones have crispy, chewy edges and rich, fudgy middles.

A combination of Dutch-processed cocoa powder and unsweetened chocolate created complexity, and a little vanilla added more depth. To achieve that perfect ...Read more

Astonishing Açai Bowl

Recipes / 3 Ingredients or Less /

Jumpstart your day with a nutrient-packed breakfast. The Astonishing Açai Bowl is a Brazilian treasure that will infuse your morning with energy.

Ingredients Açai berries Banana GranolaInstructions Blend the açai berries and banana until smooth.

Top with a sprinkle of granola for added crunch.

Every ...Read more

Starry Sonata Smoothie Bowl

Recipes / 5 Ingredients or Less /

Experience the sonata of the stars with Starry Sonata Smoothie Bowl. The creamy smoothie topped with a variety of fresh fruit and granola sings a sonata as enchanting and invigorating as a starry night.

Ingredients 2 frozen bananas 1 cup fresh berries 1/2 cup almond milk A sprinkle of granola A few mint leaves for ...Read more