One of the coolest things about being an adult (I use that term loosely) is to see foods that used to take a backseat to other showstoppers finally get their time in the spotlight. When I was younger, cauliflower was just a thing on a relish tray at parties. It might have made an appearance from a bag in the frozen aisle, but it wasn’t used in a million different creative ways like it is these days.
To celebrate all that is cauliflower, here are 10 recipes you have to try right now!
If you’re trying to eat a wholesome diet, you might feel like dessert is off limits. As someone with a very strong sweet tooth, though, I’m here to tell you that’s not true. Sure, nightly slices of that chocolate cake might not be the best option as you’re trying to reach your health goals, but there are plenty of other satisfying sweets that won’t deter you from getting to where you want to be. Here are 10 ideas.
Everyone knows the fridge is the only appliance you can use to really show off your personality. (It’s not like you’re going to decorate your oven.) From wacky magnets to sentimental photos to important sticky notes, you can actually wear your heart on your refrigerator door.
So what does yours say about you? Find out below.
Egg casseroles made in the slow cooker are something of a breakfast miracle. With a short ingredient list, little work, and cooking that happens while you sleep, this miracle meal offers a big reward for minimal input — as long as you follow this one important rule.
A bottle of olive oil is a staple for pretty much any kitchen — and no one knows that better than an Italian chef. While it’s easy to assume that experts in Italian cuisine look exclusively to premium manufacturers for their EVOO, many chefs are quick to recommend options that are more readily available to the average shopper as well. After all, even the finest chefs are home cooks too.
Check out these olive oil recommendations from five well-loved Italian cooks.
Queso dip, for the uninitiated (welcome to the fold!), is a smooth, cheesy sauce designed for chip-dipping and ladling over fries. And, most importantly for us, it’s the scene-stealer at any party. We’re making this creamy dip in the slow cooker and utilizing a few choice ingredients to ensure it tastes just like the neon nacho cheese sauce you enjoyed on chips at the movie theaters of your youth.
So if you’re looking to infuse your game day menu with a dose of nostalgia, be sure to invite this slow-cooker queso dip to the party.
When you’re cooking for five or more people, the grocery bills can add up quickly. Beyond the sheer volume of food, balancing everyone’s evolving preferences and dietary needs is a big challenge. So we figure moms of bigger-than-average families have a few tricks up their sleeves to keep their food shopping costs on budget.
Beyond the usual tips, here’s what they told us.
Tucking into a hearty bowl of tender beef stew is like dinnertime nirvana. Within the rich, beefy broth are creamy chunks of potato and carrots and perfectly tender pieces of beef that fall apart in your mouth. The ingredients are humble, but the resulting stew is completely luxurious. It just might be the single best cold-weather supper ever.
If you’ve long considered beef stew a Sunday-only dinner affair, then allow me to introduce you to the beef stew you can start on a weekday morning and come home to in the evening.
When I was in my mid-20s, I was sure 10 years down the road that I’d be firmly ensconced in my chosen career as an actress, probably living in some magnificent estate in Connecticut, and starting to think about settling down.
Fast forward to my life as a journalist, living in an apartment in Manhattan — life isn’t always the way you think it will be. I gained Central Park and gave up the idea of a backyard. I lost my independence and gained my little son.
And every day, I skimp on some things to splurge on others. Food and dining out are major parts of my life. I love to head to the Japanese superstore and go overboard on assorted sweet snacks and salty sauces in Hello Kitty bottles. I get an indescribable thrill out of a three-hour tasting menu on my birthday. And there are trade-offs I try to make every day to ensure that’s a possibility.
If you’re searching for a grab-and-go breakfast that’s full of all the delicious things you would put in on omelet on a leisurely weekend morning, look no further than these breakfast muffins. Loaded with breakfast sausage, wilted baby spinach, tart apple, and sharp cheddar cheese, these savory muffins smell like a freshly baked quiche and make sure you get in some protein, fruit, and even greens for breakfast.