Kimchi is a traditional Korean dish of pickled cabbage. The cold, sour flavor is a great accompanment to grilled meats. Recent research has linked regular consumption to lower incidents of heart disease and cancer. Ingredients 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon pickling salt 6 cups water 2 lbs. Chinese (Napa) cabbage, cut into 2-inch squares 6 [...]
Lentil Stew
A hearty, healthy and comforting stew. Great when you’re down with the flu, and need something to warm your stomach. Ingredients 7 medium potatoes, chopped 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes 1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound Polish sausage, sliced 1 (16 ounce) package lentils salt and pepper to taste What’s [...]
No bake cherry cheesecake
Ingredients 1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk 1/3 cup lemon juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling What’s next Place softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl; add condensed milk, lemon juice, and vanilla. Beat [...]
Light, cheesy lasagna
Ingredients 1 pound ground beef 1 large onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 3 cups water 1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste 2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 (8 ounce) package lasagna noodles 8 ounces sliced Swiss cheese 12 ounces small curd cottage cheese 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese [...]
Ragu bolognese
Ingredients 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup butter 1 cup minced onion 1/2 cup minced celery 1/4 cup minced carrot 1 pound ground veal 1 pound ground pork 1/2 pound ground beef 1/4 cup finely chopped pancetta bacon 1/2 cup milk 2 cups tomato sauce 2 cups beef broth What’s next Heat olive [...]
Carribean culinary trip
Take a Carribean cruise…sort of. This collection of Carribean recipes includes a delightful curry dish. It’s best to serve curry a day after it’s cooked, when the flavors have started to meld.
Burmese specialty dish
Burmese cuisine may not be top-of-mind in the culinary world, but some of its national specialties are true treasures. Try this authentic mohinga dish. It’s a healthy combination of fish broth and toppings that you can arrange in a platter. Guests can select what they like for a personalized (and very impressive) dish.
Tequila Mojito
Why spend ridiculous amounts of money on overpriced drinks at a trendy bar when you can throw your own party at home? Serve this special tequila mix, which has a fresh minty taste that’s perfect for summer. Ingredients 1/2 ounce Jose Cuervo Especial(R) Tequila 8 leaves fresh mint 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon lime [...]
Final fantasy meal
Late last year Top Chef judge Eric Ripert concocted a “last meal” for a reader who was in danger of losing his sense of taste. What would you eat if you knew you may not be able to taste anything again?
Hotdog relish
Prepare this delicious relish for a picnic lunch or your barbecue. It adds a whole new dimension to hotdogs — a little spicy, a little spicy, with a bit of a crunch. Yum! Just mix in a bowl and chill. Can be stored for up to five days. Ingredients 1 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup [...]
