Fact: There are several steals at Costco that are so cheap and versatile, it’s almost a shame not to buy them. While I don’t allow myself to buy the 10-pound tub of organic coffee every time I go (I know I’d never drink it all before it turned rancid), there are a few things I always buy. Bonus: They’re all $10 or less, and they help me stick to a healthy diet between trips.
Read about my favorite finds — and how I use them — below.
We all can agree that there are nights when dinner has to come together as quickly as possible. Whether it’s because we have other commitments we have to attend to or we’re rolling through the door late and are starving, having fast meals to lean on is always a saving grace. These particular recipes speak to those who are trying to eat fewer carbs — maybe they’re on a keto diet, or just feel better when they limit them.
Sometimes a basic vinaigrette just won’t do. Sometimes we need a velvety, creamy dressing drizzled on our greens. And yet ranch dressing can sometimes feel a little … salad-bar-at-the-steakhouse? Occasionally, yes, I love it. But this dressing, well, this has a little more ooh-la-la in its favor. And it’s so, so easy.
When you go to a great bar, you know what to order. Whether it’s a vintage Champagne, locally brewed beer, or the joint’s signature molecular gastronomy cocktail, you know you’re getting a great drink of some sort.
But what about when you aren’t at a destination bar? When you’re just looking for a drink before a concert, when you’re on the road and looking for anywhere to rest your weary feet, or when you need to whet your whistle in a dodgy part of town? That’s where the rest of the bars come in. Not just the dive bars — the questionable bars; the ones that pop up in touristy locations; the ones that look really old or like they try too hard. You know the type.
What do food and drink people order when they find themselves in these locales? Here’s what we found out.
Winter is acting like that clueless party guest who just will not leave, even though we’ve put away all the food and keep gesturing towards the door. Just when we think he’s gone and we can all get ready for spring, winter comes bursting back in as though he just thought of another story we all have to hear right away.
But the one upside to this deeply annoying weather pattern is that it is the perfect season for risotto. The grocery stores and farmers markets are all full of gorgeous fresh vegetables, but it’s still chilly enough that a hearty, creamy, slow-cooked risotto sounds very appealing.
The bok choy at my local Japanese market looked so fresh and green the other day that I had to pick some up. I also scored a few packets of fresh udon noodles and a bunch of spring onions. Cooked in some chicken broth back home, I had a very satisfying bowl of soup within 15 minutes of walking in the door.
When it comes to KitchenAid, there’s no shortage of bright, fun colors to choose from. If you’re willing to go a bit more staid (or super bold), you should get in on this deal: Originally $50, the Contour Silver and Empire Red mini food processors are currently only $30 on Amazon.
Stella Parks is the the brains behind the BraveTart blog and cookbook, former pastry chef, and Pastry Wizard at Serious Eats. When I wondered how best to store the leftovers from my Carrot Sheet Cake and keep them tasting fresh, she’s who I turned to for advice. Ever wondered whether cake needs to be refrigerated? Or how best to keep it from drying out? Stella gives us (and you!) all the answers.
We know that it’s way better for the environment (and our wallets) to eschew disposable bottles of water in favor of reusable ones. Luckily, thanks to brands like Soma, it’s easier than ever to motivate yourself with pretty water bottles that you will love keeping on your desk.
But there’s just one major problem: Many water bottles have necks that are too narrow to allow for ice cubes to pass through. And a lot of us prefer cold water!
We have a lot of love for Costco. In fact, when it came time to make a list of the things Kitchn editors never buy at the warehouse store, we could only come up with five things! Because, for the most part, Costco is pretty darn great. The groceries are high in quality and low in price. What’s not to love?
Well, there is one thing …