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Ingredients in Feijoada Feijoada has as many versions as there are cooks, but in Brazil, it almost always has black beans and always has a mixture of salted, smoked, and fresh meats. Some versions are a little spicy from the sausages, others totally mild. Some people’s feijoada are thick “eat-it-with-a-fork” versions, others, like this one, are more like a traditional stew. Either way, it’s traditional to serve this stew with white rice and maybe some sautéed collard greens....

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Pomegranate molasses is a traditional ingredient in Middle Eastern cooking and can be used in a variety of dishes such as Fesenjan Persian chicken stew or eggplant lentil stew. You can also mix it with a little orange juice and club soda for a refreshing punch. Pomegranate molasses can be found at Middle Eastern markets, or you can easily make some yourself with some pomegranate juice, sugar, and lemon. Note that pomegranates vary in their acidity level and sweetness....

Cheesecake is one of those decadent desserts that may seem difficult to get just right. But it doesn’t have to be. Once you have a basic recipe down you can create dozens of simple, sweet cheesecakes full of flavor and creamy texture. And because this recipe uses a graham cracker crust, there’s no need to fuss with a springform pan or water bath while baking or anything like that. All you need are a few tips on how to get that perfect, creamy cheesecake batter that bakes up beautifully....

Perfect Pie Crust Pie crust is one of those things that can terrify new bakers. I always left the pie making to my mom, whose delicious crust was something of an art. Why mess with perfection? But luckily, she taught us all how her secrets to her perfect pie crust. Now that we are all grown up, we can make this recipe for our families! And here’s the truth: making flaky, light pie crust is really simple and does not have to make you nervous, once you know a couple of tricks....

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Creamy pasta tetrazzini is such a crowd pleaser, and adding pesto only makes it more delicious! Put the two together and you end up with a seriously comforting and flavorful dish. Tender chunks of chicken and carrots make it a one-pot meal, with protein, veggies, and pasta all in one pot. Video: Pressure Cooker Pesto Chicken Tetrazzini Real Milk in the Pressure Cooker Pressure cooker dishes with dairy do take some special technique to cook well....

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We’ve done the heavy lifting for you. We’ve curated some of the most popular recipes from our site and put them in one place so that you can easily find what works best for your taste buds. When you’re feeling frazzled, hungry, and completely overwhelmed, the last thing you want to do is think about cooking dinner. But we’re here for you. We’ve got simple recipes that are so quick and easy, they can be made in under 30 minutes....

Making your own chocolate-covered pretzels is a fun afternoon project and makes a nice alternative to the store-bought varieties, especially around the holidays when homemade treats feel extra-special. Video: How to Make Chocolate Covered Pretzels The Best Pretzels to Use You can make chocolate-covered pretzels using any pretzel shape that you like. Both the traditional pretzel twist and the long pretzel rod are popular, but the mini twists are my personal favorite....

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This base is fantastic with vodka as a straightforward Bloody Mary. It’s not too assertive, so you could customize it to your liking. In fact, I made this recipe with that approach in mind. Make it a conventional (but not boring) mix or go wherever your imagination takes you! I have lots of ideas for how to spice it up below. What’s a Bloody Mary? The Bloody Mary cocktail has vodka, tomato juice, and spices that, like many early 20th century cocktails, does not have a verified origin....

My professed love for potatoes means I am always trying to find ways to prep them and cook them as quickly as possible. (It also means I often order good quality French fries with a great salad for dinner, but I digress…) What if there were a way to achieve crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside French fries in less than a half an hour? If I told you that it was possible to pull this off without the mess or hassle of deep frying potatoes, would you believe me?...

It makes a great lunch all by itself when you’re in the mood for a salad. It also pairs well with anything coming off the grill or with simple roast chicken if you want to serve it for dinner. I’ve included a Middle Eastern spice, perhaps unfamiliar, in the dressing: ground sumac. It’s totally optional and the recipe is just as delicious without it. I’ve been experimenting with spices from my local Middle Eastern market, and I wanted to share this one with you in case you stumble upon it....

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It makes a fantastic main course for any vegans or vegetarians at your holiday table – and the leftovers are perfect for a “Meatless Monday” dinner! Vegetarians and vegans are used to fending for themselves at holidays and social functions. I know because I was one for more than ten years! This dish is cooked in several stages. This helps develop the flavors and textures of each ingredient. While this takes a little extra time, it’s worth it for all the rich, caramelized, vibrant flavors that make their way into the finished dish....

Let me get you acquainted with quince, so you can take full advantage of every chance encounter you may have in the future. What is Quince? A Formal Introduction Quince (cydonia oblonga) is a member of the rose family (Rosaceae), and the only child of the genus cydonia. They’re green-yellow and shaped like pears, but wonky with more pronounced bumps. Some have a coat of pale fuzz. Their leaves are shiny and waxy looking and have velvety undersides....