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I love this version of shrimp cocktail, it’s sort of like a virgin Bloody Mary with cucumber, celery, red onions, avocados, and lots of shrimp. Perfect for dipping, or eating with a spoon. Or picking out the shrimp pieces with a fork, then the avocado pieces, and then eating the rest with a spoon as if it were gazpacho. Enjoy! Ideas for What to Store with Shrimp Cocktail Grilled Mexican Street Corn (Elote) Slow Cooker Mexican Pulled Pork Tacos Instant Pot Mexican Pulled Pork (Carnitas) Mexican Street Corn Nachos Mexican Tostada...

(“Since when do you go to bars, dad?” “Before I met your mother.” “So 50 years ago you could get pickled eggs in bars, in Minnesota.” “Yes.”) Bar culture aside, two of my favorite foods are pickles and hard boiled eggs, so why not pickle the eggs? Beet Pickled Eggs Apparently a popular way to pickle eggs is in beet juice, so that the egg whites turn a pretty fuchsia pink....

That’s when you swoop in and make magic with this winning combination—one that is far more than the sum of its parts. What Is Aglio e Olio? Aglio e olio translates literally to garlic and olive oil, the essential ingredients in the recipe. It’s a dish with apparent roots in Naples, Italy, but can be found on dinner plates all over the country. It’s uncommonly tasty and satisfying, thanks to the pronounced but well-balanced flavors of garlic and chiles....

Sun Dried Tomato and Artichoke Dip This Sun Dried Tomato and Artichoke dip is a favorite appetizer for any party. It reminds me of my very favorite pizza, which is loaded with chewy sun dried tomatoes, tender artichokes, crisp bacon and tangy feta cheese. The combination of flavors is so delicious all on its own, but even better when served with crackers, tortilla chips or sliced sourdough bread. We love making a huge bowl for a Christmas party, game day gathering or just a cozy night with a movie....

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A quick trip to the freezer aisle at most grocery stores reveals dozens upon dozens of frozen pizza options to choose from. Which got me thinking: Does one brand have a better crust? Or a well-seasoned sauce? Or is the cheese more delicious on one pie compared to the rest? I decided to find out—but I didn’t want to be the ultimate judge of the pizzas. I wanted my kids to judge too since if they won’t eat the pizza, then the whole point of the pizza is lost....

Albertsons on Broadway As a food blogger, I find myself at the grocery store all the time, sometimes multiple times a day. For this reason, it is extremely helpful and time-saving when I can find everything I need in one place. I was thrilled when Albertsons invited me to their grand opening on Broadway in Boise. It is everything I need in a grocery store and MUCH more! Albertsons on Broadway in Boise, Idaho is a new type of Albertsons store....

What Makes Macaroni Pie Special Jamaican, Trinidadian, Bajan, Guyanese and other Caribbean cuisines have slight variations on this recipe, and it varies from cook to cook, but the ingredients and method of cooking is similar. The macaroni, typically bucatini, is seasoned with pimento peppers, garlic, sometimes onions, dried seasonings, and whatever other additions the cook decides. Evaporated milk, ketchup, mustard, and lots of cheese is stirred in, then baked in a casserole until golden and firm....

Strong and rich in flavor, with a rosy hue, this is a fine-featured statement of a cocktail, a must-have and must-perfect for any home bartender. What Is a Vieux Carré ? Typically pronounced “voo-kah-ray” in New Orleans, the Vieux Carré is full-flavored and boozy. It’s made with a nearly equal parts mix of rye whiskey, cognac, and vermouth, all elevated by the herbal, spiced, dark honey taste of Benedictine. Dashes of both Angostura and Peychaud’s bitters – the two most iconic and foundational aromatics – add notes of anise, clove, and even nutmeg; these are sensed more than tasted, but indispensable all-the-same....

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This has to be one of the easiest ways to cook asparagus. Just trim the ends, lay out on a foil lined baking sheet, toss with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Parmesan, and then bake until done. I eat them like French fries. Addictive? Yes. They’re a perfect side to salmon, scallops, shrimp, or ham and delicious with eggs of any kind—poached, fried, or hard boiled. Video: Baked Asparagus With Parmesan Asparagus can range in size, so choose stalks of a uniform length and thickness for even cooking time....

Sababa: Fresh, Sunny Flavors from My Israeli Kitchen by Adeena Sussman, published in 2019, falls into the latter category. Each recipe is approachable, interesting, and bursting with flavor. Beyond the recipes, she delves into details about ingredients, stories about her experiences in Israel, and recommendations for favorite kitchen tools and products. This recipe for Chewy Tahini Blondies was a favorite among us at Simply Recipes. We loved it so much we asked Adeena if we could share it with you....

Chicken Taco Salad in a Tortilla Bowl It is so hard to decide what is my favorite part of this Chicken Taco Salad! The avocado, the perfectly seasoned chicken, the crunchy tortilla bowl – I love it all! Oh, and of course the corn salsa, which I would eat with a spoon because it is so good! It tastes just like the corn salsa from Chipotle I am literally obsessed with it....

Tips for Easy Cream Cheese Fruit Dip This Easy Fruit Dip is always a hit at potlucks, parties, and for an after school snack. It’s a great way to entice kids to eat more fruit. A little creamy sweetness goes a long way to enhance the natural flavors of the fruit. We have a few tips for making this Easy Cream Cheese Fruit Dip. First, and most importantly, soften the cream cheese....

Farro is an ancient grain with long-ago origins in western Asia. It has an earthy, nutty flavor and a chewy texture that works well in everything from winter soups to hearty salads. Italian cooks have enjoyed this grain for years, and it’s beginning to catch on here, too. Give it a try in this hearty, but easy, meal of cooked farro, sautéed mushrooms, and greens! As farro’s popularity has grown, it’s become easier to find it in stores....

It’s also a dish that’s on the heavy side, something that might require a nap after eating. So I’ve retooled the recipe, making it healthier, yet every bit as comforting as you’d expect from a meat and potato pie. How This Pie Is Different From Traditional Shepherd’s Pie The shepherd’s pie of my upbringing features a hefty portion of meat, with vegetables playing a supporting role, and a thick topping of buttery mashed potatoes....

Kaju Katli has a similar consistency to fudge, and is often served in small, diamond-shaped pieces, with a layer of edible silver leaf on top, known as vark or varak. Its glimmery exterior, shaped like a diamond, reminded me of a lovely gemstone, and its soft, melt-in-your-mouth interior has just enough sweetness, with notes of rose water and cardamom. Every Diwali, my mom brought home a selection of sweets from the local Indian grocery store....

The key ingredient to this stew is clam juice, which they sell in shelf stable eight-ounce bottles. We usually keep a couple in our pantry. I have prepared the soup for people with shellfish allergies; the thing to do is to substitute the clam juice with white wine, fish stock, or water. It works; it’s just not quite as tasty. The stew works best with a firm white fish, such as halibut or cod....