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 […]
After everyone is done with the white meat for the sandwiches, what’s a cook to do with all the leftover bits? Soup is always the answer, and this Southwestern-inspired turkey posole is one to keep even after the holidays have passed. Hominy might be new to some, but the chewy bite of this thick corn […]
On the front end, I infuse flavor by rubbing a cut-up turkey and curing it overnight. A deconstructed bird doesn’t need as long to roast as a whole bird. That gets me valuable oven time for casseroles and ensures the white and dark meat, which all cook at different rates, is roasted to perfection.” Ingredients […]
Lentils are among the most humble and nutritious pantry items you could find. These protein-packed legumes pair wonderfully with roasted butternut squash and peppery arugula to deliver a plant-powered salad boasting over 50% of your daily fiber and one-third of your daily potassium goal. Butternut squash is an excellent source of eye-healthy vitamin A, and […]
This Middle Eastern-inspired bowl is all about big flavor with minimal effort. A garlicky, tahini-spiked yogurt brings all the elements together and takes just minutes to make. Assemble a few bowls at the beginning of the week for easy make-ahead lunches. Ingredients 12 ounces skinless, boneless rotisserie chicken breast, shredded (about 3 cups) 2 teaspoons […]
Beef tenderloin steaks are often considered a special-occasion cut, but when they go on sale (or you’re ready for a splurge), this classic preparation is foolproof. Use a timer rather than turning, prodding, or overcooking the steaks, and set the timer again while they rest so you don’t slice too soon. You could also use […]
This Middle Eastern-inspired bowl is all about big flavor with minimal effort. A garlicky, tahini-spiked yogurt brings all the elements together and takes just minutes to make. Assemble a few bowls at the beginning of the week for easy make-ahead lunches. Ingredients 12 ounces skinless, boneless rotisserie chicken breast, shredded (about 3 cups) 2 teaspoons […]
Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Cooking spray 1/4 cup finely chopped celery 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 3 tablespoons canola mayonnaise 1 tablespoon chopped chipotle chile, canned in adobo sauce 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice 1/2 […]
Beef tenderloin steaks are often considered a special-occasion cut, but when they go on sale (or you’re ready for a splurge), this classic preparation is foolproof. Use a timer rather than turning, prodding, or overcooking the steaks, and set the timer again while they rest so you don’t slice too soon. You could also use […]
Look for aji amarillo paste, a spicy Peruvian seasoning made from yellow chile peppers, in Latin markets. It’s wonderful in marinades and meat rubs. Ingredients 1/2 cup white vinegar, divided 2 tablespoons aji amarillo paste 2 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin, divided 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 6 garlic cloves 3 […]