Preparation Chunky knit blankets are warm and comforting, and there’s nothing quite like curling up with one of these cozy essentials on a chilly day. But what happens when it’s time to clean yours? These blankets should not be washed in hot water or bleach or dried on a hot setting as doing so could discolor, shrink, unravel or pill that chunky weave you love so much. Still, cleaning a chunky knit blanket does not have to be complicated....
Preparation There is nothing quite like welcoming your friends to your home—after over a year apart—on a balmy night to sit outside, catch up, and dine on delicious seafood. Hosting a summer clambake can be a great opportunity to break free of the traditional warm-weather barbecues (and their monotonous menus) by offering your guests a fresh, different meal. We spoke with Rebecca Gardner, the founder and creative director of Houses & Parties, to find out exactly what you need to know about hosting your own clambake this season....
The Instant Pot can do so many different things, and it’s been a fixture in kitchens around the world for many years now. You can use them to make full meals, or for simple tasks like making hard boiled eggs. Let’s take a quick look at making these protein packed treats. What are hard boiled eggs? A hard boiled egg is an egg that has been cooked, in it’s shell, until the inside white and yolk become solid....
Preparation What’s better than a warming, nourishing bowl of chili in the winter? Whether you’re cozying up with some chili on a frosty evening or making a giant vat of it for Super Bowl Sunday, the principles remain: Great chili means great prep work. If you consider the flavors, ingredients, and techniques involved before you get to work, you’re setting yourself up for success. Another tip? If you follow our tried-and-true tips, all courtesy of our food editors, the perfect batch of chili is in your immediate future....
Preparation Some say that chocolate and wine just don’t mix, but we beg to differ. If you know how to pair the right type of chocolate with the right type of wine, thus enhancing the flavors of both, you know that this combination is delightfully perfect. And if you think that nothing is more decadent than a fantastic chocolate dessert, we think you’ll find that those chocolatey treats are even better when enjoyed alongside a great glass of wine....
Plus, my very simple tips for cooking salmon on the BBQ – no more burnt salmon, and how to stop salmon from sticking to the grill! Grilled Salmon I feel like a lot of people are intimidated at the thought of cooking salmon on the BBQ. Fear of it sticking to the grill, of flaking into bits when handling it. Or of the sugar in marinades causing it to burn into a black bitter mess....
I collected Oktoberfest recipes on my Oktoberfest board for a few weeks (accumulating 98 recipes), then I used that board as inspiration to plan my menu. Here’s a peek at the recipes I chose from my Pinterest board. The way our Gourmet Club works, the host plans the party menu, prepares the main dishes and provides the beverages, and then gives a recipe to each of the couples attending the party… for them to prepare and bring....
When I was in college, I worked at a Jewish elementary school as both a teacher’s aide and after-school daycare director. It was there that I became rather familiar with all kinds of Jewish food, traditions and holidays. They took me in and embraced me, and I was happy to learn all about it. I ate more challah and bagels in those three years than I can remember. I tried matzoh ball soup, kugel, sufganiyot, rugelach, brisket, borscht, and hamantaschen....
Preparation While marriage can lead to some major shifts in a couple’s relationship, Raven-Symoné and wife Miranda Pearman-Maday are taking it all in stride. The pair sat down with Entertainment Tonight and shared how they felt ready for their life together (and the news to break!) ahead of tying the knot. “We are not ignorant to the fact that when something so big comes out—especially for me, who has been private with their life and their dating life for so long—we were prepared,” Symoné said....
Whether sweet, spicy, full of meat or loaded with veggies, I love a good curry. My issue, however, is knowing what to serve with curry. More often than not, my side dishes usually wind up being… well, rice. But there are so many more delicious options out there! So, today, I’m sharing 14 of the top side dishes to serve with curry. Let’s get cooking! 1. Easy Naan Bread This traditional flatbread is always going to be welcome at my table....
28 oz sweetened condensed milk, (2 cans) 4 cups heavy whipping cream ⅓ cup powdered sugar 2 ripe avocados For Toppings: 2 cup chocolate chips, optional Using a hand mixer, beat the heavy cream in a large bowl until stiff peaks start to form. Set aside. Pour the sweetened condensed milk into another bowl. Set aside. With a fork, mash the avocado then mix it with the sweetened condensed milk....
Preparation Nearly 50 years after gaining mainstream popularity in 1970s kitchens, splatterware is back in a big way, thanks to the pattern’s kitschy charm. Splatterware bowls, plates, and other dinnerware are instantly recognizable, thanks to their abundant colorful specks that dot ceramic or enamel. Though the splatterware of yesteryear was typically only manufactured in shades of blue, today’s brands now design pieces in numerous colorways while still honoring the unique, vintage aesthetic....
Preparation Ready to retire the old rule of no whites after Labor Day? When it comes to white wines, we’re here to say that they are most definitely not just for summer. Winter white wines can offer a welcomed reprieve from the heavy reds mostly closely associated with the season. What’s more, you’ll find that some white wines even pair better with your favorite winter dishes than reds do. How to match a hearty and deliciously cozy wintertime dish like Brown Rice and Mushroom Soup with a white wine?...
Preparation Prince Charles and Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, are setting their sights on their next royal tour. The couple is headed for Canada, where they will visit several towns between May 17 and 19; they will trek over 2,000 miles across the provinces in celebration of Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee—which marks the monarch’s 70 years on the throne. “Their Royal Highnesses will have the chance to meet with, listen to, and celebrate with Canadians from coast to coast to coast,” Chris Fitzgerald, Deputy Private Secretary for the prince, said on Tuesday, People reports....
When I hear beans, the first thing that comes is chili – a steaming bowl of thick and savory chili. It’s the comfort food I crave on a rainy or snowy day. But you know what? Chili isn’t the only thing you can make with beans. There are so many other delicious things you can make with them. And today, you’ll get to know 17 of the best bean recipes....
Sweet, light, and scrummy, they’re ideal for BBQs and parties. There’s some debate about what makes a real icebox pie or cake. Some people think they have to be no-bake (including the crust), while others think they’re desserts you keep in the icebox until you’re ready to serve. I’m in the latter camp, which is why this list of icebox pie recipes has some elements that need baking. And FYI: an icebox is just an old-fashioned word for the fridge!...
You might think Japan’s cuisine is all rice and soups, but salads are surprisingly popular in the island nation. They’re served as a refreshing side with most mains- adding balance to the more hearty meals. There’s a lot of variety in this list of over 15 scrumptious salads. From the more traditional seaweed and noodle salads to Western-style leafy greens or potato salad. They do have one thing in common, though....
It shouldn’t be a surprise that these chicken and tomato recipes are some of my favorites. Tender, juicy chicken is a nearly universally loved protein. And everyone will tell you that you can’t beat garden-fresh tomatoes. When you combine those things, you end up with some fantastic recipes. Chicken cacciatore and ‘marry me’ chicken are just two examples. In truth, there are almost too many to discuss! So for this list, I’ve picked 20 of the very best chicken and tomato recipes....
I can’t get enough of Indian food. Between all the delicious chutneys, sauces, and soups, I’m hard-pressed to find a more flavorful cuisine. If you share this sentiment, then you’re in luck! Below you’ll find an assortment of Indian sauce recipes ranging from mouth-watering curries to fresh, herb-infused chutneys. And yes, you can make all of them at home! Surprisingly, these sauces are pretty easy to make. If you’re intrigued, then give this list of Indian sauces a read....
I was pleasantly surprised at just how many excellent options I found. There are pheasant recipes of all kinds, and you can add the bird to practically anything! Basically, anything you can make with chicken, you can make with pheasant, and doing so makes those dishes somehow seem more refined. After a few months of trial, error, successes, and failures, I finally figured out which pheasant recipes worked for me and which ones didn’t turn out so well....
