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Easy Broccoli Casserole Recipe Using Frozen Broccoli

If you’re looking for a comforting dish perfect for weeknight dinners or as a side dish for a hearty holiday meal, look no further than a broccoli casserole. The classic, popular veggie gets a makeover by being combined with melted cheese, bread crumbs and rice. Believe it or not, there are plenty of amazing dishes you can make from frozen…


How to Make Perfect Caramel Apples

Read the print-ready version. All of my tips and tricks for making perfect Caramel Apples with homemade or store-bought caramel, and tons of topping ideas for Gourmet Caramel Apples! I love dipping things into caramel and chocolate and I’ve shared my passion for it in several recipes, including dipped pretzel rods, Chocolate Covered Strawberries, and my kids’ favorite Chocolate Caramel…


Instant Pot Chicken Curry

Read the print-ready version. When you’re looking to kick up the flavors while keeping dinner quick ‘n easy, look no further than this Instant Pot Chicken Curry. It requires only 5 minutes of pressure cook time and is teeming with ingredients you feel great about. Curry is a broad term that refers to a diverse collection…


Fall Risotto Is Creamy and Satisfying

For every season, there is a risotto. Rich red wine and mushroom risotto in winter, fresh peas nestled in the toothsome rice in spring. At the height of summer, red ripe tomatoes can sub in for risotto’s broth. In the fall, I make a pale, shimmery green, risotto sporting fresh broccoli and sweet shallots for…


Orecchiette With Sausage and Broccoli

Sometimes it seems impossible to make a meal the whole family loves: what one child happily eats, the other one is “not in the mood for.” But every once in a while, I come upon a recipe that everyone clamors for, like this orecchiette pasta dish adapted from Lidia’s Italian Table by Lidia Bastianich. Not only is…


Sweet and Sour Pork Chops Will Be on Your Dinner Table in Just 15 Minutes!

You’ll recognize the classic Chinese flavor pairing of sesame, soy and white pepper on these sweet and sour pork chops. White pepper is more mild and earthy than black pepper, but either will work here. Sweet & Sour Pork with a Sesame Crust Serves 4 Active Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Ingredients 1…


Mostly Traditional Ratatouille, Ready In An Hour

Traditional ratatouille is a stewed vegetable dish made with zucchini, eggplant, tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, and garlic, with plenty of extra virgin olive oil, fresh herbs, and red wine. Roasting the tomatoes and eggplant is a traditional cooking technique that I combine with the somewhat less traditional stewing of the remainder of the vegetables. This…


Mediterranean Salmon Provencal (Recipe + Video)

By Chef Alessandro Serni This Salmon Provençal is uniquely flavored with harmonious roasted fennel and orange. Another amazing enhancement is from the freshly whizzed up herb, persillade, with its zing and vibrant contrast sitting atop the succulent salmon. It’s a special complimentary of colors and Mediterranean flavors that are balanced throughout this whole dish. Recipe Prep…


One-Pan Butternut Squash Penne

There are approximately two things that make the transition from the glorious summer months to the chilly days of fall more passable: vivid fall colors and cozy blankets. Those are my two, but I’m sure autumn lovers can think of a plethora of other seasonal advantages. Like, food maybe. It’s true, nobody is complaining about…


Fluffy Biscuits With Juicy Peaches and Airy Whipped Cream Give That Summer Feeling Any Time

Missing summer already? The good news is you can enjoy peach shortcakes any time! Start with frozen peaches and you’re on your way to making a delicious treat with a summery vibe. Quick Whipped Tip If you’re making your own whipped cream, it is important not to over-whip the cream. But what happens if you…