A slice of butter cake topped with fresh apples is a welcome treat for breakfast or dessert. This one is lightly sweet and mixed by hand, with no frosting to prepare – simple baking at its best. See the recipe & baking tips → Old-Fashioned Apple Cake Inspired by a recipe from a vintage cookbook, this cake is topped with juicy slices of Golden Delicious apple. Brushed with melted butter and sprinkled with cinnamon sugar before baking, the apples lend fresh fruit flavor to the buttery cake...
13 days ago • 1 min read
Salmon pairs well with fresh, flavorful toppings, and this combination of sweet orange, ripe tomatoes, scallions, cilantro, and jalapeño gives it just the right contrast. Roasted Salmon with Orange and Tomato Salsa The salsa gets a short rest before serving so the orange, tomatoes, and seasonings have time to come together. Draining off the excess juice afterward keeps all that fresh flavor where you want it - on the salmon. GET THE RECIPE More Salmon Recipes For more salmon dinners with...
20 days ago • 1 min read
When we lived in Rhode Island, one of our favorite restaurant dishes was Steak alla Mama, a pan-seared sirloin steak finished with garlic butter and hot pickled peppers. This version brings back those flavors in an easy skillet entrée that's ready in 30 minutes. See the recipe → Pan-Seared Sirloin with Sautéed Banana Peppers Garlic butter and steak are a natural pairing, but pickled banana peppers are what make this version a little different. Their mild tartness balances the rich butter...
27 days ago • 1 min read
September is a transition month in our kitchen, and despite the lingering summer heat, we're craving a few fall flavors. These three recipes fit that shift without getting into full-on pumpkin spice territory. Sheet Pan Chicken Sausage with Apples Savory chicken sausage, potatoes, and roasted apples give this sheet pan dinner a touch of fall character – simple prep, little cleanup. GET THE RECIPE Cheese Tortellini with Zucchini and Tomatoes Cheese tortellini with zucchini and tomatoes in a...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
A tasty French dip sandwich doesn't need a homemade roast. Using thin-sliced deli roast beef keeps this version simple, while sautéed onions and mushrooms give the jus its hearty flavor - enough to make the sandwich feel like more than just a shortcut. See the recipe and cooking tips → French Dip Sandwiches with Deli Roast Beef The cheese is melted inside the rolls as they toast, while the onions and mushrooms cook. The roast beef is then warmed gently in the jus at the very end so it stays...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
A good skillet dinner keeps weeknight cooking manageable without cutting corners on flavor. These four recipes pair straightforward prep with results that range from creamy and comforting to bright and boldly seasoned. One-Pot Spaghetti Carbonara Eggs and Parmesan cheese do the work here, creating a creamy sauce without using heavy cream. Bacon and garlic bring plenty of savory flavor, and the one-pot method keeps cleanup to a minimum. GET THE RECIPE Fish Puttanesca (Pesce alla Puttanesca)...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
These Eggplant Napoleons layer roasted eggplant with ripe tomato, fresh mozzarella, and basil pesto for a warm meatless dinner with plenty of flavor. Eggplant Napoleons with Basil Pesto The eggplant is roasted first, then stacked with pesto, tomato, and mozzarella before a short final bake. A drizzle of balsamic glaze adds a sweet-tart finish. GET THE RECIPE More Eggplant Recipes For more ways to put eggplant to good use, these three recipes take it in very different directions. Eggplant and...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Zucchini is one of the most versatile vegetables you can cook with, and this collection includes four of our favorite ways to use it. From cheesy baked boats to crispy, panko-coated “sticks,” these dishes are a great way to make the most of summer zucchini while it lasts. Cheese Stuffed Zucchini Boats These zucchini boats are filled with caramelized onions, garlic, tender zucchini, melty cheese, Parmesan, and crisp panko crumbs. They make a easy side dish that even picky vegetable eaters seem...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Some of the best pasta dishes come from unlikely combinations. Our version of this Sicilian classic turns humble cauliflower into a truly craveable dish, ready in under an hour. Sicilian Pasta with Cauliflower Instead of cooking the cauliflower into a sauce, this version keeps the florets intact and lets a handful of classic Sicilian ingredients, including anchovies and saffron, create a distinctive sweet and savory flavor profile. GET THE RECIPE More Pasta Dinners with Vegetables If you like...
2 months ago • 1 min read