You can even add a little cream to the frying pan and make this dish delightfully creamy. But did you know? Chicken Piccata is the ultimate date night recipe. So, if you’re thinking of a romantic way to surprise your significant other, why not make them this classic Italian dish? It’s the perfect romantic dinner for two. Whether you serve it up with some lemon garlic herb rice, roasted veggies, or buttered noodles, your date is sure to be impressed!...
Chinese New Year is a significant holiday in Chinese culture, where families gather and share the most important meal of the year – tuán niánfàn or New Year’s Eve dinner. Fun fact: According to legend, Chinese New Year marked the day when a monster called Nian would come to attack villages. Thus, families would hide in their homes and prepare food offerings to gods, hoping to be spared from the monster....
I finally decided to condense them into one easy “quick reference” image. I hope you find this easy reference handy too! This is a photo of chicken I made using the Sticky & Hot marinade – I call it Sticky Pantry Chicken with Rice and Broccolini, and because I used the marinade as a glaze instead of marinade, it’s on the table in 15 minutes! Related Video
Eating steak at home is often much cheaper than a fancy steakhouse. And having a collection of sauces up your sleeve opens you up to even more possibilities. Why stick to the basics when you can infuse your meat with the robust flavors of garlic, whiskey, or red wine? So check out these 17 steak sauce recipes and see how they can take an already scrumptious dinner to a new level of deliciousness....
Swap out your everyday penne or spaghetti for a pasta shape that’s a little more exciting. Orecchiette literally translates as “little ears” in Italian. It’s a small ear-shaped pasta that works wonderfully with sauces. Their small cup shape scoops up extra flavor in each and every bite. The beauty of orecchiette is its ability to be dressed up or down. Serve it with a hearty Bolognese as a casual family dinner....
As someone who eats rice for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, I can’t imagine life without this grain. I know it’s not the healthiest source of carbohydrates, but screw it, I love it. If you feel the same way, then this collection has your name on it. While there are many things you can do with rice, today will be all about casseroles. From meaty and cheese-filled dishes to vegetarian and vegan bakes, I have you covered....
How about Aglio E Olio or shrimp scampi? Or maybe you’re on the hunt for something more unique, like jalapeño-infused alfredo with pancetta? No matter what you’re in the mood for, you’ll find it here. Contrary to popular belief, angel hair pasta (or capellini) is not just a spaghetti alternative. Instead, its long, thin strands offer a unique textural experience no other pasta can provide. And that’s why I’m sharing my favorite angel hair pasta recipes with you today....
Every cook needs a bag of lentils on hand. Not only are they a great meat alternative for vegetarians and vegans, but they’re also nutritious and nourishing. Packed with protein, fiber, and B vitamins, lentils are practically a superfood. Super healthy and super tasty, these recipes will give you plenty of ideas if you have lentils languishing in a long-forgotten corner of your kitchen cupboards. From lentil burgers to lentil muffins to salads, soups, and stews, there are so many possibilities....
Gorgonzola cheese, granola, ginger, gnocchi… it’s a bit like Julie Andrews and her list of favorite things, except we’re talking favorite foods. Are any of your favorites here? You might be addicted to gingerbread, or have a hankering for gateau. You’ll be surprised by how many of these get you in the mood for snacking. And there are plenty of international options in this list of 30 foods that start with G....
After all, what’s better than a gift you can eat, especially when they’re this delicious? Mason jar dry soup mixes are a wonderful and creative gift idea. They’re a whole lot more personal than store-bought gifts. And if your special someone has a favorite kind of soup they absolutely love, it’s so much more thoughtful. Just attach a handwritten Mason jar label to let the person you love know it came from the heart!...
Cupcakes are anything but boring, and there are so many ways to jazz them up! From citrus or spiced sponges to yummy fillings and velvety frosting, the options are endless. Best of all, they’re perfect individual portions, so nobody is left fighting for that one big piece. And remember, you can also have fun with the wrappers. So, why not find something bright, glittery, and worthy of your next Instagram post?...
Preparation There’s no debate: Keeping your heart healthy should be a top priority as you age. According to Dr. Fahmi Farah, MD, the owner of Bentley Heart Center in Fort Worth, Texas, a heart surgeon at Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center, and the co-founder of the Global Health Alliance Foundation, there are a few risk factors that could lead to heart-related ailments, including “hypertension, which is high blood pressure, hyperlipidemia, which is high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, excessive alcohol drinking, stress, inactivity, and a family history....
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1 lb bacon 2 cups lettuce, (¼ of the head) shredded 1 cup tomato, diced 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 16 oz cucumber ranch dressing, (1 bottle) 10 flour tortilla shells In a non-stick skillet, fry the bacon until crisp. Break into 1-inch pieces. Heat the tortilla shells in the microwave for 2 to 3 minutes until warmed. On a flour tortilla shell, place ¼ cup shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and bacon....
For Pork Spare Ribs: 12 pork spare ribs, cut into individual ribs 1 stalk lemongrass 4 kaffir lime leaves 3¼ inch slices galangal root 8½ cups water For Marinade: ½ stalk lemongrass, bottom portion 3 coriander roots 2 large garlic cloves ½ tsp black peppercorns ½ tsp turmeric powder ¼ cup light soy sauce 1 tbsp fish sauce 2 tsp dark sweet soy sauce For Spicy Dipping Sauce: 3 tbsp fish sauce...
16 ½ oz Pillsbury® Create ’n Bake® sugar cookies roll , refrigerated 1 egg, separated 8 oz cream cheese, softened 2 eggs 14 oz sweetened condensed milk, not evaporated ¼ tsp almond extract 3 drops red food color 10 oz maraschino cherries, finely chopped, drained on paper towels 12 oz semisweet chocolate chips, 2 cups ½ cup butter , or margarine ½ cup whipping cream Heat oven to 350 degrees F....
These cookies will also cheer you up: Chocolate- Nutella Thumbprint Cookies. They’re a simple chocolate cookie dough (no chill needed)- rolled into balls and imprinted with your thumb. Once they’re baked, let them cool a bit. Then you can get to work filling the cookies with Nutella- either spooning it in or using a small scoop. Use the spoon/scoop to wiggle the Nutella into place inside the cookie so it looks all swirly and creamy and yummy....
At first glance, you might think this Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse Cake looks over-the-top decadent and would be much too rich for a non-chocolate lover. But that is not at all the case! The mousse has a light airy texture and very little added sugar (only 3 tablespoons!) The combination of mascarpone cheese and Nutella give the mousse filling a not-too-sweet, memorable flavor with hints of toasted hazelnut. I always save a piece or two of everything I make, for my husband to try....
Preparation When you go climbing it’s expected you’ll see some impressive things—babbling brooks, animals in their natural habitat, and scenic overlooks among them. But can you imagine stumbling upon $168,700 worth of jewels while you’re out getting a little fresh air? That’s the reality for a climber who found a trove of precious stones on Europe’s Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in the Alps. CNN reports the climber found the emeralds and sapphires while climbing in France in 2013, but it was recently announced in a Facebook post from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc council that he’s now been allowed to keep half of the stones....
Preparation When a recipe calls for sifting flour, confectioners’ sugar, or cocoa powder, it may seem like an extraneous step, but it is actually the key to super light and fluffy baked goods. Whether you use a traditional flour sifter with a hand crank or a fine-mesh sieve, this baking technique serves a dual purpose. “One, you get a lot of air in the flour, so you get a light crumb,” says Odette Williams, baker and author of Simple Cake: All You Need to Keep Your Friends and Family in Cake ($13....
