We used to go out there to pick pears, look at the jackrabbits, and just wander around the rugged terrain. There was a creek that ran along where we would hike, and in this creek, grew watercress. It was rather miraculous to my six-year-old brain that we could find what we often ate for salad, growing over boulders, in and around tumbling and churning creek water. “Well, that’s why they call it ‘water’ cress,” explained my dad....
Dreaming up a menu for your next summer cookout? Look no further than one of our favorite pantry staples, olives. The buttery, mild flavor of both California green and black ripe olives are a fantastic contrast to all of the smoky flavors coming off the grill this summer. You can chop them up into a quick tapenade to serve with chips, make a quick relish to spoon on top of burgers, or toss them with fresh summer vegetables in a pasta salad....
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Chicken meatballs are delicious served with spaghetti tossed in marinara or pesto sauce. Dunk them in barbecue sauce for a tasty appetizer or drop them into an Italian wedding soup. Go for full-on comfort with red sauce and melted mozzarella cheese stuffed in a crusty roll. They’re so versatile, quick and easy to make, and great for meal planning. The Best Ground Chicken for Meatballs For the juiciest meatballs, avoid ground chicken that is too lean since it tends to dry out more quickly....
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Carrot Bundt Cake Our homemade versions of the Nothing Bundt Cake cakes are easy to make and so delicious! They are always a hit at birthday parties and special events. If you’ve never tried a Nothing Bundt Cake, you have to try one! They are the best bundt cakes you can find anywhere, and the cream cheese frosting is unbelievably good. Many of our readers have tried our cakes and loved them too....
Punch has a long history of getting people convivially schnockered. As an alcohol delivery mechanism, it predates even the cocktail. (Apparently, on a single evening George Washington and a party of friends drank seven bowls of the stuff, among other things.) A Bit About Brandy in Punch Brandy is a hard liquor made from grapes – think of it as wine’s boozier cousin. Although it has faded from the scene a bit, brandy was once a very popular choice for cocktails....
Over the years, I’ve sampled plenty of store-bought and homemade varieties. While I have many favorites, this Cherry Almond Granola with Vanilla Crumbles is at the top of my list. Dried Cherries and Almonds Make a Great Pair Toasted almonds add robust depth to this granola, while vanilla crumbles provide an unexpected (but addictive) sweet and salty flavor burst. Combine all of that with chewy and not-too-sweet cherries, and it’s a morning meal made in heaven....
Chicken Caesar Wrap This Chicken Caesar Wrap recipe is crunchy, tangy and so yummy! I love making these for picnics and park days during the summer; it’s a fun alternative to regular old PB&J. My kids love it because basically they love anything that’s wrapped up in a tortilla, and I love this wrap because it somehow seems more substantial than a salad. Tender chicken, lots of crunchy lettuce, croutons and a creamy Caesar dressing makes this a filling and satisfying meal that’s all wrapped up and ready to take anywhere!...
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These days, I make vanilla pudding at home on the stovetop. It takes less than 30 minutes—though it needs to chill for about 2 hours—and the results are wildly tastier than the pre-packaged puddings I ate all those years ago. Plus, the recipe calls for pantry staples that I usually have! Make this pudding on a Sunday and you’ll have a sweet treat to enjoy all week long. What’s in this Easy Vanilla Pudding?...
Ingredients for Greek Meatballs These meatballs are made with ground lamb and a little bit of salt pork, though you could substitute bacon if you prefer. The seasonings are garlic, shallots, orange zest, and fresh mint, with a little chopped hot chili pepper for spiciness. If you don’t like spicy foods, you can skip the chili pepper. Conversely, if you love spice, feel free to add another chili pepper to the mix!...
For this recipe, I take the Classic Margarita and transform it into Grilled Peach Pitcher Margaritas. It has all the flavor you love in a margarita—Blanco tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, and simple syrup, but with the added intensity of rich, sweet, summer peaches. You could make this for one, but the idea is to serve a crowd, so I made it big batch size for summer entertaining. Many fruits—especially summer stone fruits—are transformed by a quick stop at the grill and this grilled peach margarita is no exception....
True, there is some close competition from white bean and ham soup. Come to think about it, they’re both great! Video: How to Make Ham and Potato Soup Use a Ham Shank or Leftover Ham This recipe is for soup made with ham and potato. You can use either a leftover ham bone and some ham from a glazed ham, or you can use a meaty ham shank. You could even use a ham hock, but the hocks aren’t as meaty as the shanks, so if you use hocks, you’ll likely need extra ham....
Don’t stuff your buns in the bin just because it’s overcast or, like, winter. Learn how to make a burger indoors on the stove instead. Use 90/10 Ground Beef for Stovetop Burgers The best beef mix for burgers on the grill is 80/20, but it’s better to go for a leaner 90/10 mix when you’re cooking burgers on the stove so you don’t get too much fat melting into the skillet....
In the past, I justified buying a dozen croissants for myself because it was only $5.99—that’s 50 cents per croissant—and I could split a pack with a friend or give them away. But the completionist in me has found the perfect way to use up all 12 croissants within one week—including freezing, which I know is slightly cheating. You can definitely go through the entire box without freezing if you’re feeding a family of two or more people....
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Making brown butter is a simple step that adds tons of flavor and helps achieve that signature chewy blondie texture. Once you master the brown butter, everything mixes up easily without a mixer or any special equipment. This recipe makes enough for a crowd, but you could also halve the recipe and bake it in an 8-inch square pan for 25 minutes if you’re ever looking to make less blondies (hey, it could happen)....
Making the Best Roasted Red Pepper Soup Over the years we’ve adjusted the recipe to include more peppers and fewer potatoes, to intensify the roasted red pepper flavor. By the way, this soup is open to flexibility on the ingredients and amounts. Claire originally made her soup with non-fat milk instead of cream, and it was still wonderful. Use olive oil instead of butter to sauté the onions. Replace the heavy cream with full fat coconut milk or cashew cream....
