1 lb lean ground beef 1 pkt taco seasoning ⅔ cup water 1 iceberg lettuce head, chopped into bite-sized pieces 1 red pepper, or orange pepper, chopped 1 green pepper, chopped ½ cup black olives, sliced 1 can pinto beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup tomatoes, diced ¼ cup green onions, chopped thin, leave a bit for garnish 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 10 oz Doritos, nacho flavored 16 oz catalina salad dressing...
Preparation Before you followed Martha on Instagram, you looked forward to learning from her on the air—and you still can. The Best of the Martha Show takes you right back into our founder’s studio to rediscover her most timeless homekeeping tips and Good Things, galore. Whether you’re a rookie on the barbecue or a seasoned pro, having the right tools handy is essential when grilling at home. It’s no surprise that Martha, a master of the grill in her own right, always has the best utensils on hand when she decides to fire up her BBQ....
Preparation As COVID-19 vaccines continue to be distributed nationwide, grandparents everywhere have one pressing question that’s top of mind: When can they see their grandkids again? Today Show host Savannah Guthrie posed this very question to Dr. Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, as people over the age of 65 in nearly every state are now eligible to receive their vaccinations. “Ultimately, yes,” Dr....
Preparation On your laundry list of things to get done this winter, cleaning out your fireplace or chimney might not make it to the very top. Experts say it should be a priority, though—especially if yours hasn’t been cleaned in a few years. The reason why? One of the main causes of chimney fires is caused by the build-up of creosote, a byproduct of burning wood, in the chimney interior, warns Andrew Wilson, a home improvement contractor from Contractor Advisorly....
Are you a seafood lover but can’t get any fresh crabs in your area? Try imitation crab! Also known as crab sticks or Kani sticks, this Japanese invention is actually made from a fish called surimi. It tastes like crab but is made with fish. You’ll definitely get that much-needed seafood fix! From salads to appetizers, to casseroles and pasta dishes, here are some of the most delicious imitation crab recipes....
There are many holidays during which it would make sense for you to celebrate with red cocktails; Valentine’s Day, Christmas, and the Fourth of July are just a few. And as is the case with all cocktails, you won’t even need a specific occasion to enjoy them. Maybe you just want something bright and eye-catching, or perhaps you’re a huge fan of fruity drinks. With a few exceptions, most red cocktails are incredibly fruity....
Preparation When you ask your guests to raise their glasses this Thanksgiving, be ready with wise words that encourage a spirit of gratitude all year long—not just on the last Thursday of November. Whether you feel pulled toward deep thoughts from iconic poets, sincere lines from timeless works of literature and theater, or spirited thoughts on the power of gratitude from modern cultural figures (including our founder!), appreciate the power of these well-spoken phrases....
Since it doesn’t contain any cocoa solids, white chocolate has a much different flavor profile, making it much more luscious and palatable to some people. As far as desserts go, I don’t think you can beat something with white chocolate. As much as I love something rich and dark, it can be overwhelming in some cases. With white chocolate, the other flavors can shine through, and raspberry is always a great choice, as is caramel!...
Peppers come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. There are sweet peppers, and there are spicy peppers. There are bell peppers, and there are jalapeno peppers. Then there are all the other types of peppers you might not have heard of before. Don’t worry, though. I’m here to introduce you to them! I’ll tell you about the different types of peppers and list their Scoville Heat Unit scores and what they look like....
From savory souvlaki to sweet baklava, these are the best of the best. Greece has no shortage of delicious street foods. I’m talking skewered meats, endless sweets, legendary boat-shaped pizzas, and more. From breakfast and dessert to everything in between, you can spend an entire day eating nothing but these authentic Greek street foods. But be careful, it’s so easy to get hooked on this tasty fare! 27 Incredible Greek Street Food Dishes 1....
As the weather starts to warm, you might be looking for some lighter food, like fresh seafood or fruit salsas. I like to keep my eye on the fresh meat and fish counters for some springtime favorites. Color is the biggest thing for me, and I’m always on the lookout for the freshest ingredients and ways to give them a boost. Farmer’s markets will be bursting with fantastic options right about now, so set that alarm and see what you can find....
No need to turn on the oven when you’ve got the necessary know how to make a baked potato in your air fryer. And really, it’s hard to even call this a recipe. It’s really just a few simple steps to getting some flavor and crispiness on the skin, and having that steamy hot and fluffy center we know and love. Let’s take a look at how to do this!...
What is a Frittata? A frittata is an Italian breakfast dish that’s very similar to an omelette or a quiche. It’s basically a scrambled egg bake that’s made with cream and cheese and any variety of ingredients. For this recipe, we’re going to make a vegetable frittata with fresh broccoli, yellow pepper, cherry tomatoes and green onions. The base of our fritta will be eggs, cream and cheddar cheese. This Instant Pot frittata recipe uses the pot in pot method, meaning, we put all ingredients in another cooking vessel, which sits inside the Instant Pot....
Preparation Opening a window is one way to get fresh air into your home, but if you’re looking to welcome a breeze or cool down your space faster, opening a full-size door is a better option. Thanks to detachable screen doors that you can install yourself whenever you please, letting fresh air into your space without bringing in unwelcome guests—think: bugs and rodents—is easy. And keeping critters out isn’t the only advantage to these screens....
Preparation Whether you’re a casual baker or a pastry chef in the making, dry and wet measuring cups are essential kitchen tools. But with so many different options out there—all varying in material, shape, price, and even the quantities they measure—it can be challenging to choose which are the best measuring cups to suit your needs. For Andrea Prunella, executive pastry chef at Chip City in New York City, stainless steel is the best material for measuring dry ingredients....
Preparation This Father’s Day, help Dad expand his culinary horizons beyond grilling by gifting him a pizza oven. They reach super hot temperatures like a traditional wood-fired oven but are easier to use, take up much less space, and come to temperature much faster. This means he’ll be able to whip up a pizza with bubbly hot cheese and a perfectly charred crust in just a few minutes. Pizza ovens are also good for cooking other things that benefit from high heat, like marinated meats and bread....
I’m going out on a limb here to tell you that Boston Cream Pie is really a cake, not a pie. That’s a bit “Captain Obvious” I know, but for reasons that are somewhat elusive, the French/American chef that created this classic dessert chose to call it a pie. The original recipe dates back to the 1850’s and was named the Parker House Chocolate Cream Pie after the famous Parker House Hotel in Boston....
3 lbs chicken thighs, boneless, skinless 1 tbsp brown sugar 2 tsp browning 2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp onion powder 2 tsp salt 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp dried thyme ½ tsp black pepper ¼ tsp allspice 1 yellow onion, chopped 3 onion springs, chopped ½ green pepper, chopped ½ red pepper, chopped 1 scotch bonnet, seeds removed and chopped 4 cloves garlic, chopped ginger, (1-inch) chopped ¼ cup oil...
Abandon your diet, and get out the milk. Just when you think you’ve tried them all… that you can’t possibly find a brownie more decadent than Cappuccino Brownies, more gooey than Ultimate Gooey Brownies, more creamy than the Mascarpone Brownies, or more all-around-fantastic than the Oreo Brownies… one comes along that produces more drool than you ever thought you could possibly render in a given day- these Caramel Pecan Brownies....
It dawned on me the other week that I haven’t shared a fun recipe in quite a while. “Fun” being things like bite size French Toast Bites (have you tried them?? They’re fabulous – and fast!), Mini Potato Gratin Stacks, Mini Pizzas made in Garlic Bread Cups. That sort of thing. Tasty, fun food. And these Cheeseburger Party Meatballs are the first thing that popped into my mind when I found a packet of beef mince in the fridge....
