You can use bacon in place of pancetta for a smoky hit. Ingredients 2 thin pancetta slices (about 5/8 ounce) 1 large garlic clove, thinly sliced 2/3 cup unsalted chicken stock 3 ounces 1/3-less-fat cream cheese (about 1/3 cup) 3 tablespoons mascarpone cheese 8 ounces uncooked pappardelle (wide ribbon pasta) 1 1/2 cups (1-inch) asparagus […]
The challenge: I’m not a morning person. There’s no way I can wake up early enough to do all the prep it takes to get the slow cooker going. Our solution: Make a recipe that gets better with age, such as chili or brisket, and cook it overnight while you sleep. In the morning, just […]
Dinner doesn’t get much easier than this eight-ingredient, one-pan dish. The secret is jarred apricot preserves; much more than a spread for toast, it balances the earthy sage and pungent mustard in the pan sauce and gives everything a glossy coat. You can also thin the preserves in a small saucepan over medium heat and […]
White meat can dry out after a long haul in the slow cooker, so we opt for bone-in thighs to guarantee optimal flavor and succulence. Make prep easier with prepeeled garlic, and pretty-up the platter with lemon slices and thyme sprigs. Ingredients Cooking spray 1 cup unsalted chicken stock 1/4 cup dry white wine […]
A full-plate dinner simmers to saucy, savory perfection in the slow cooker. To end up with super-succulent pork, don’t overcook the chops in the pan before adding to the slow cooker. Just a couple of minutes per side will be enough to achieve nice color. Don’t be afraid of the time, you will only be actively […]
Any ramen lover will tell you–it’s all about the broth. We build layers of rich umami flavor with the help of mushroom stems, fresh ginger, kombu (a type of edible kelp), sesame oil, and, of course, low and slow heat. Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 (2-pound) boneless pork shoulder roast 2 onions, peeled and […]
Great for pho beginners, this recipe is also terrific for cooks in a hurry,” writes Nguyen. “Keys to this streamlined approach include toasting spices and lightly searing ginger and green onion, which help to extract flavor fast. Poaching the chicken in the broth adds savory depth.” (The broth is a lower-sodium adaptation of Nguyen’s original. […]
A generous side of fresh veggies makes hearty comfort food lighter. Super-succulent pork chops and roasted carrots are paired with vastly underrated cabbage to create a vibrant vegetable medley that is equal parts flavorful and nutritious. Aromatic caraway lends earthiness while apple jelly adds a sweet contrast to the finishing sauce. This meal is pretty enough […]
Ingredients 4 (6-oz.) skinless, boneless chicken breasts 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 1 cup thinly sliced red onion 1 tablespoon thinly sliced garlic 1/2 cup uncooked bulgur 2 teaspoons chopped fresh or 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 4 cups chopped fresh kale (about 2 […]
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 […]