Plum wine and dried plums level the heat of the chile sauce and Chinese mustard in this quick and easy weeknight baked chicken dish. If you can’t find plum wine, substitute a sweet white wine, such as riesling, or plum brandy. Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 1/3 cup sliced shallots 2 teaspoons minced peeled […]
Admittedly, this is not a classic jambalaya recipe. But it does capture the ingredients and flavors that are characteristic of jambalaya—bell peppers, tomatoes, onions, sausage, shrimp, rice, and Creole seasoning. It’s just a chunkier, fresher take on the classic. Bell peppers, onions, and sausage get a head start on the pan, and then shrimp and […]
Smarter carbs are easy with the handy spiralizer–it works like a pencil sharpener to create long strands of veggies. Find the tool at kitchen stores and amazon.com. Spiralized veggies are showing up everywhere–in salads, in place of pasta, and even in desserts. These sweet potato “zoodles” transform a traditional pad thai recipe into a fun […]
Salads are a favorite lunch option for the Andersons, and Katie is particularly fond of Greek salads. This quick-to-assemble sandwich is basically a salad in a pita, one that’s full of crunchy lemon-feta Greek slaw and filling, convenient rotisserie chicken. Ingredients 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground […]
Serve these garlicky, spicy meatballs with steamed sugar snap peas and two cups cooked rice tossed with 1 tablespoon chile paste—you’ll find it on the ethnic aisle of most supermarkets or at Asian grocers. Ingredients 1/3 cup minced green onions 2 tablespoons brown sugar 3 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons dark sesame oil 1 […]
Looking for a new dinner idea? Look no further! This chicken recipe is delicious and easy to prepare. Serve with 3 cups cooked egg noodles tossed with 2 tablespoons butter and green onions. Ingredients 2 (1-ounce) slices white bread, torn Cooking spray 1/4 cup chopped green onions 8 ounces presliced mushrooms 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme […]
Similar to Italy’s ravioli, “pierogis” are Polish dumplings made from unleavened bread dough and stuffed with a filling, typically made from potatoes. In this dish, potato-and-onion pierogis are covered with a creamy sauce and cheese, then baked until bubbly and topped with bacon, green onions, and tomatoes. Bake in individual gratin dishes for fun individual […]
We give the salmon a quick brine, which seasons it throughout and keeps it moist. But the brine makes it all the more important to air-dry in the fridge afterward, so moisture in the skin can evaporate. You won’t need to press down on thicker fillets to flatten the skin; the weight of the flesh […]
This Indian-inspired dish features quinoa, a high-protein grain that cooks relatively quickly. We like the heat that Madras curry powder brings, but use regular curry powder if you prefer. Ingredients 1 teaspoon olive oil 2 teaspoons Madras curry powder 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 cup uncooked quinoa 2 cups water 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1 […]
Quick-pickled cukes give these burgers tart crunch. Panko and egg white hold the patties together. Use cilantro leaves on the burgers as you would lettuce for herby freshness. Ingredients 1/3 cup water 1/4 cup cider vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 24 […]