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If only I had discovered Sister Colette back then. Her TikTok videos would have set my mind at ease—no, I would not blow up my kitchen nor improperly pressure can my favorite Early Girl tomatoes. Sister Colette says her passion and goal is simple when it comes to teaching about canning “It’s to remove the fear, anxiety, and apprehension that many of us have when it comes to learning and practicing this necessary skill....

While there are many plant-based burger recipes out there that aim to replicate a meat burger, for the purposes of this post I’m talking about a straight-up vegan burger that isn’t trying to fool anyone, one that is satisfying and crave-able in its own right; a freeform burger easily thrown together with pantry ingredients, with flavors, textures, and even colors that crowds go gaga for; one that’s perfect for an outdoor burger bash or a weeknight meal....

It’s time to don your gay apparel and show up to that party in style. And don’t forget your appetizer! Perhaps, you’re feeling a little fancy schmancy? Put on the little black number you’ve been waiting to wear and arrive with an elegant baked brie or some warm olive crostini. Decadence at its best. I know it’s not all high heels and black ties around the holidays, though, and casual gatherings with close friends are just as much fun....

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Fresh, fluffy rolls make a delicious snack anytime! These cheesesteak crescent rolls are easy and yummy! For a sweet treat, make a batch of these Pani Popo, or Samoan Coconut Rolls. For some more simple appetizers, these Kronk’s Spinach Puffs or these Tea Sandwiches are perfect for any occasion. Story Behind the Sausage Here is a little history on how these delicious, golden brown Australian Sausage Rolls came to be a favorite family recipe....

That’s where this casserole-style French toast comes in. It can be quickly assembled in the morning, or even the night before, before being baked off and served by the slice. This version has a punch of lemon zest in the rich custard and lots of bright blueberries throughout. Use fresh blueberries in the summer when they’re in season. But other times of year, frozen berries are a fine swap. (Don’t thaw frozen berries; adding them while still frozen helps prevent them from coloring the casserole too much....

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And they are so, so good! What Do Carmelitas Bars Taste Like? These bars are very rich and sweet but are offset with just enough salt that the sweetness is balanced. I love a chewy edge pieces, and the edges on the bars are perfection. For those of us that aren’t fans of a chewy edge, don’t worry! The interior pieces are tender and gooey, like the center of a fresh oatmeal chocolate chip cookie—but with the addition of caramel and coconut....

I admit I have not, though the idea of it intrigued me recently. The dish sort of reminds me of my mother’s arroz con pollo, but with mushrooms and without tomatoes. With this recipe, I set out to make a scratch cooking version of chicken and rice casserole, sans the cans, with the goal of extracting as much flavor as I could out of the ingredients. How to Make Chicken and Rice Casserole First, note that we use chicken thighs, instead of the more popular (and more expensive) breasts....

This involved a trip to the Babka Bakery (now defunct) on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, where I would pick up a big batch of rugelach to bring home with me. These tiny, rich pastries with fruit, nut, and chocolate filling were a revelation to me, and so it became my personal mission to recreate them, without the plane trip. What Are Rugelach Cookies? Rugelach’s origins are Jewish—the name is Yiddish for “little twists” and pronounced “RUE-geh-loch”....

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But the truth is, many common cocktail syrups are easy to make from scratch, and there’s something satisfying about knowing you can have them—homemade—anytime you like. Take grenadine. If you look at the ingredient list of the mass market versions commonly sold online and in shops, you might wonder: why do I need a syrup with artificial flavors and food dye? And the honest answer is, you don’t! Grenadine at its most basic is a syrup made with pomegranates, sugar, and maybe an additional flavor or two for complexity....

This potato soup is so creamy and cheesy and tastes like a spoonful of home. The best thing about making potato soup in the Instant Pot is that you can do it all in one pot, which means less mess. The Instant Pot just makes soups easier! Key Ingredients Potatoes – Yukon gold or Russet potatoes will work best.Cheese – Keep it classic by using sharp cheddar or a cheddar blend....

Shakshuka When we are looking to switch up our meal rotation, we always try to incorporate recipes from other countries! We love to make dishes from all over the globe! This recipe hails from Israel, but some of our other favorites are Italian, Mexican, Asian, and Greek. Shakshuka is a savory dish that is popularly enjoyed in Israel. Some say it originated in Yemen, however others say it goes all the way back to the Ottoman Empire....

Perfect Easy Peel Hard Boiled Eggs In my book, there are two characteristics to the perfect hard boiled egg: they can’t have any grey-ish rings around the yolk and they also have to be easy to peel! Before practicing this method, it was such a gamble to get it right. Not anymore! Now they’re cooked to perfection every time. In this post, you’ll see how easy it is to make beautiful hard boiled eggs for every occasion!...

You can use thinly sliced onion in place of the shallots or substitute bacon or diced ham for the pancetta if that is what you have on hand. The secret to delicious green beans is using beans that are crispy fresh to begin with! Bend one in half; if it breaks easily, it’s fresh, if it just bends, without breaking, then it’s a little passed its prime and you’ll have a tougher time getting the beans to turn out well....