Making this creamy chicken and mushroom stew is one of Cooking Light Editor-in-Chief Hunter Lewis’ favorite autumn rituals, along with Saturday morning pancakes, visiting pumpkin patches, and sunset bonfires. Celebrate fall by tossing this into your cast-iron pot and letting it bubble on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Ingredients 2 ounces chopped bacon 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 1/2 pounds boneless, […]
This classic Carolina combo makes for a flavorful and fast dinner–quick-cooking grits come together in about 5 minutes. Ingredients 4 center-cut bacon slices, chopped 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, quartered 5 garlic cloves, chopped 3 1/4 cups unsalted chicken stock, divided 3/4 cup black coffee 1/2 cup […]
Buttering and toasting the rolls adds tons of rich flavor; don’t be tempted to skip that step. Ingredients 4 cups water 1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp 1/4 cup canola mayonnaise (such as Hellmann’s) 1 tablespoon Sriracha (hot chile sauce, such as Huy Fong) 1/4 cup finely chopped celery 1/4 cup finely chopped English […]
A tangy-sweet glaze elevates these mini cocktail meatballs, which come together in 30 minutes flat. The deep sweetness of maple syrup balances the zip and bite of Dijon mustard, which plays off the warm spices of curry powder. Serve these little showstoppers as an appetizer, or enjoy them over brown rice with a fresh side […]
The single anchovy fillet lends umami depth to the dressing without giving it any sort of strong fishy flavor. Ingredients 1/4 cup canola mayonnaise (such as Hellmann’s) 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce […]
When it comes to meat sauces, Bolognese is the heavyweight champion of the pasta world, clocking in at over 800 calories with almost 1,800mg sodium. The traditional dish has a rich cast of characters—up to three kinds of meat, cream, cheese, pasta—and packs half a day’s worth of sat fat into just one serving. Here, […]
Look for cooked, peeled shrimp at the seafood counter; or quickly thaw frozen cooked, peeled shrimp in a colander under cold running water. Marinate shrimp in a nonreactive bowl, such as one that is glass or ceramic; an aluminum or copper bowl will react with the citrus juice to give the shrimp a metallic taste. […]
Ingredients Cooking spray 1 cup unsalted chicken stock 1/4 cup dry white wine 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided 6 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs (about 1 1/2 pounds) 1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1 1/2 pounds […]
Stir-fry a zesty shrimp dish for a quick weeknight dinner. Spoon over basmati or jasmine rice. Try the recipe with chicken or steak, too. Ingredients 1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 2 teaspoons cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon dark sesame oil 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 tablespoon […]
Blueberries are the standout ingredient for the sweet and sour sauce that accompanies these grilled kebabs. We used cilantro, basil, and parsley, but you can omit the cilantro. You can also serve this salsa on small toasts spread with creamy Camembert or tangy goat cheese. Ingredients 1 garlic clove 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley […]