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Thai Chicken Skewers with Cucumber Yogurt Dip These Thai Chicken Skewers with Cucumber Yogurt Dip have the most amazing flavor! The Thai spices on the chicken are so good complemented with the cucumber yogurt sauce for dipping (which is an authentic and incredibly delicious sauce from our friend from India). I am completely in love with Thai and Indian flavor dishes. If you have been too nervous to step out of your food comfort zone these skewers are a safe and great place to start....

So when I treated myself to a six-week trip to France, I made sure to join a croissant making class in Paris. As someone who has tried and failed to make the pastry at home, I needed to know from a professional what I was doing wrong. That’s how I ended up at La Cuisine Paris to learn how to make the perfect croissant. The secret? Use high-quality European butter—it makes all the difference....

It’s bright and spicy thanks to lots of lime, chiles, and ginger. All of the big, bold flavor comes together in almost no time, making it perfect for a quick weeknight meal. What Is Tom Yum Soup? Tom yum is a traditional Thai hot and sour soup that is found all over the country. There are many variations of tom yum out there, from creamy versions with coconut milk to clear broths, or ones that vary based on the protein, from shrimp to chicken to pork....

While the beef broth may take up to two hours to simmer, it doesn’t require much attention. The remaining elements are quick and easy to put together. If you make the broth ahead of time, it’s an easy meal to assemble. Koreans eat this soup for any meal, breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is often served with banchan, like a side of kimchi. Symbolism of Tteokguk Tteokguk, always served on Seollal, is full of symbolism....

I hated those Chinese birthday cakes. For much of my early childhood, my mom and dad proudly celebrated our birthdays with those cakes. They’d drive all the way to Manhattan or Flushing—a good 40 to 75 minutes away from our home in the suburbs of Long Island, New York—to bring a cake home. Every time I opened up the plain white cake box, I was disappointed. Growing up in a distinctly undiverse neighborhood, wanting desperately to be white and “normal,” the Chinese birthday cake was an embarrassment....

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Air Fryer chicken nuggets are my favorite way to make this light lunch, simple dinner, or after-school snack for my kids (or myself, who am I kidding?!). They are crispy, flavorful, and so much better than any store-bought variety. The cleanup is SO easy! Why Make Chicken Nuggets in the Air Fryer I prefer to cook chicken nuggets in an air fryer because it doesn’t require any oil, which is a bonus for many reasons....

Think my family liked it? Let’s find out! What Is Panzanella? Panzanella is a classic Italian salad made with stale bread, dressing, and chopped vegetables. It can be incredibly simple or more complex. I’ve had versions made with only bread, very ripe tomatoes, and basil, but you can add other pantry staples like capers to it. This version of panzanella counts as a full meal because of the chicken and all the vegetables....

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Occasionally my mom would indulge us by tossing in a handful of chocolate chips, which, at that young age, was just about the most exciting thing ever. In my naive little breakfast world, I was happy. But as I grew up, I was introduced to a whole new world of adult pancakes—recipes that broke away from the standard, super-sweet trap of maple syrup and celebrated the flavor of the pancake itself, something I’d always held in the highest regard....

This easy creamy dip studded with bits of clams is given the Maryland treatment with the addition of Old Bay Seasoning. Cream cheese and sour cream make the base of the dip while tangy and spicy prepared horseradish, Worcestershire, lemon, shallots, chives, and parsley round it out making an extra special party dip. I suggest making it a day or two earlier which allows the flavors to meld and develop and for the dip to firm up....

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When I first stumbled upon Elise’s recipes for Microwave Strawberry Jam and Microwave Fig Jam, I thought, “No way!” No way making jam could be that easy. No way that it could be as good as “real” jam. Consider me a convert. I have now tried this microwave method with blueberries, peaches, and strawberries, and the results have been nothing short of jam heaven. This jam is just as sweet and spoonable as any other homemade or store-bought jam....

Is It Safe to Cook Frozen Food in an Instant Pot? Yes! It seems crazy, but it’s totally doable. Not all items can be cooked from frozen, mind you, but boneless fish fillets are the perfect candidate. The fillets are thin, plus fish cooks quickly in the first place. What is Tilapia? Tilapia is a freshwater fish native to Africa and is a very mild, sweet tasting fish. It’s also economical to farm—which means it has broad appeal and is an affordable fillet which is a part of the reason it’s so popular now....

I’ve made many iterations, and my favorite always include a tart component, like lemon, to counter the rich cheesecake. The Secret to Truly Lemony Cheesecake The lemon in this cheesecake is two-fold—it’s in the batter in the form of zest and also on top of the cheesecake in the form of bright, smooth lemon curd. When I serve this cheesecake, before cutting it, I like to pipe dollops of curd on top that I then smash-n-drag (technical term) with an offset spatula or the back of a spoon to create the flower burst effect you see here in the photos—I always have to be extra!...

Had to laugh, I’m so so so much a thigh girl myself. What’s the secret to wonderful lemon chicken? Use chicken thighs (or legs, but thighs are easier to eat), bone-in and skin-on. Video: How to Make Lemon Chicken Tips for Making Lemon Chicken Lemon is acidic and helps balance the stronger flavor of the dark meat in thighs and legs, and the fat from the chicken skin. Of course, you can use chicken breasts if you prefer....

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As if this year wasn’t hectic enough we thought, “Why not try to build a house.” After searching the apartment we’re living in high and low, I was crestfallen when I realized my ice cream maker was packed away with the bulk of my household goods in storage. I’m not going to lie, that set me off on a crying fit. Twenty-twenty had finally broken me. My defeat wouldn’t last long, though....

My favorite thing about Pizza Casserole is that it satisfies my pizza craving and pasta craving at the same time. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner: Gather the whole family together because it’s a meal everyone will love! Easy Tips for the Best Pizza Casserole This casserole is easy to make, but here are a few tips I’d like to share: Cook the pasta al dente. That means it should still have a little bit of a bite....