Many families struggle with making dinner at home, and thanks to a recent study, we are starting to understand why.
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You may be under the impression that we spend all of our free time toiling away in the kitchen, cooking each and every meal from scratch — but that’s far from the truth. We’re just as busy as the rest of the world, which means we too rely on shortcuts to make getting dinner on the table a little less chaotic.
I cook with a cast iron pan almost every day. I have one on my stove at all times so it’s within easy reach. All cooks have their “thing” — trusted measuring cups, a special knife, or a beloved wooden spoon — cast iron is mine. I could say that I use it because my mama or my grandma did, because that’s true. I have a cherished collection that spans almost 100 years, ranging from my maternal great-great-grandmother Lawson’s and my paternal grandma’s everyday pans, to a couple 15-inch Lodge skillets bought at Target and a modern, octagonal-shaped pan sent by friends in Portland. Their presence in my kitchen certainly is heartfelt and handy. To me, though, cast iron is so much more. Everything I know about cooking is connected to a cast iron pan. I value and trust that implicitly.
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Summer just wouldn’t be complete without firing up the grill. Not only does grilling help us beat the heat in the kitchen, but it also gives food a smoky aroma and taste that’s downright satisfying. Whether you’re stepping in front of a grill for the first time or you’re a seasoned pro, these tips will get you set for a summer of better grilling.
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With Memorial Day weekend (the unofficial start of summer) coming up, many of us have the same thing in mind: firing up the grill. While gas is certainly convenient, there’s something truly special about meals prepared on a charcoal grill. Those juicy burgers, sausages, and chicken also come bearing a smoky taste, purely reminiscent of the outdoors and summertime. But before getting started, whether you’re a novice or a master griller, be sure to steer clear of these five common mistakes.
What mood are you in? Whatever it is, or, more importantly, whatever you want it to be, chances are there’s a tea to match your desired disposition. While there are just four types of tea — white, black, green, and oolong — there are myriad variations, not to mention the whole world of herbal teas (also known as tisanes).
From chamomile to chocolate tea (yes, it’s a thing), we’ve got a tea guaranteed to change your mood (ring).
I didn’t miss grilling until it was something I couldn’t do. All of a sudden all these incredibly delicious summer recipes centered around grilling were popping up all around me and I had no way to cook them. My apartment had a strict no-grilling policy, but I would not let that deter me! In what felt like a moment of pure genius (it very quickly downgraded into an obvious “duh”), I headed to the park to get my grilling fix.
This week we’ve shown you how Leela Cyd threw a fabulous tea party right outside of Santa Barbara. The inspiration for the whole thing (including recipes!) comes from Leela’s first cookbook, Food with Friends: The Art of Simple Gatherings. Today we’re delving a little bit more into the inspiration behind the book, including a few of Leela’s favorite recipes and tips for anyone looking to host a party.
