And yet. Brussels sprouts are the most maligned vegetable. They’re talked and joked about as if they’re some kind of punishment, something I’ve never understood. To these critics, I say: stop blaming the Brussels sprout and consider the cooking method! Most people who claim to hate them usually mention an unpleasant smell, which is a clear sign that they’ve only ever had badly cooked Brussels sprouts, probably boiled to death....

Of course! Plain and simple: aquafaba is the liquid found in a can of chickpeas. It’s super starchy, so when it’s whipped it becomes velvety and foamy. Ok, ok, so that’s nice and all, but why are we whipping the liquid from a can of chickpeas? Aquafaba is really popular in vegan cooking and baking — mainly as an egg replacer. It’s a great binder and helps add structure (and lightness) to baked goods and meringues....

Before it was known for the cooking oil extracted from its seeds, safflower was used mostly for dyes. The plant’s dried petals produce saturated yellow, red, and pink tones, which were valued for centuries until synthetic pigments were developed. Wondering if you should add this oil to your pantry! Maybe so! Here’s what to know about it. What to Know About Safflower Oil Safflower oil works in many cooking applications, and is popular for its versatility and moderate price....

We’ve moved many times since, and I just can’t get sage plants to take root the same way. But I grow it in a container in the summer and dry the leaves to use the rest of the year in recipes that would seem empty without its heady scent. What Is Sage? Sage (Salvia officinalis) is a perennial herb in the mint family. Highly aromatic, it is used fresh and dried in stuffings, soups, sausages, and meat dishes....

There’s butternut, acorn, kabocha, delicata, spaghetti, sugar pumpkin, and the list goes on. They all have two things in common and can be used interchangeably (except for spaghetti squash). The skin is sturdy, making them great vessels for stuffing. Also, the flesh is creamy and sweet, ideal for warm spices like cinnamon and chili peppers, and for bold sauces like tahini and yogurt, and chimichurri. It’s worth mentioning that winter squash doesn’t keep forever despite looking sturdy and robust....

Is stuffing your favorite holiday side dish? It’s mine—but a Sausage, Sage, and Cornbread Stuffing could very well become my new favorite. Some folks may not be too keen on canned cranberry sauce, but do try this homemade Cranberry Sauce. I’ll put money on the table that you’ll find yourself some converts. Maybe even add yourself among them. And for something a little over-the-top, how about Bourbon Mashed Sweet Potatoes to set at both ends of the table?...

When you get your hands on this delicious cooked bird, there are a variety of ways to transform it into different meals throughout the week without it feeling repetitive. Here are five quick and easy recipes you can make using a Costco rotisserie chicken. Saucy Chicken Bites A Costco rotisserie chicken is really big. It’s HUGE! Unsurprisingly, I can never finish the whole chicken in one meal, so I always end up refrigerating it....

But I didn’t do the shopping and the planning, and I usually didn’t do the cooking. Now I get it. I put a lot of time into the Tetris game of meal planning for my family, yet I ask, “What would you like for dinner next week?” to indifferent replies. So, let’s turn that indifference into some excitement. Put cauliflower steaks on sandwiches for a surprisingly hefty meal. Sauté a skillet of buttery, garlicky shrimp....

We would bake some Chocolate Chip Cookies (snack on a few) and leave a cookie out along with a glass of milk for Santa Claus and his reindeer. To be honest, as an adult I’m surprised my parents actually let me keep a cup of milk out by the Christmas tree all night, but that’s neither here nor there. I would also then carefully select a cookie or two from the Danish Butter Cookie tin to leave out as well as an extra special treat (I think it was my attempt to get more presents)....

How can you resist, when you see hundreds of them in the produce section, saluting you like bundled, upright green soldiers? “Hello m’am. Please cook me.” So, we buy asparagus, and more asparagus. Here is a recipe for what to do with our long green friends, when you’re tired of everything else. (Thank you Whole Foods deli section for the idea.) Grill them or roast them (grilling will taste better if you can do it), and toss them in a simple salad with marinated artichoke hearts, shallots, and grape tomatoes....

The recipe we selected is perfect for spring, a pesto made with blanched asparagus, baby spinach, pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic and olive oil, tossed with a mix of egg and green spinach noodles. Heidi calls this recipe “Straw and Hay Fettuccine Tangle, with Spring Asparagus Purée” in her book, a nod to the mixing up of different colors of noodles. The asparagus pesto would work with any pasta or even as a sauce for pizza or potatoes....

These companies will all get bread you order online to your door. Besides that, you’ll find a wide range of bread styles and ways to have it delivered: fresh, frozen, sourdough, gluten-free, and more. Get out your bread knives and see if one might be right for you. Best Bread Delivery Services of 2022 Best Overall: Zingerman’s Bakehouse Best on a Budget: Panera Bread Best for Frozen Bread: Wildgrain Best for Bagels: H&H Best for Specialty Breads: Goldbelly Best for Gluten-Free: New Cascadia Traditional...

Best Snack Subscription Boxes Best Overall: Urth Box Best for Healthy Snacks: Fit Snack Best for International Snacks: Universal Yums Best for Vegans: SnackSack Why We Chose It: Urth Box meets most of our snack-related criteria, but what really sets it apart is the number of full-sized products included for the price. What We LikeIncludes four different box optionsFree shippingFull-sizes products What We Don’t LikeFree shipping only in the U.S.Unable to mix and match boxes (no vegan and gluten-free combos) Urth Box is the overall winner for our best snack subscription box because each one shipped contains full-sized goodies and there are a variety of diets to choose from when selecting your plan....

I learned about chess pie in my first job out of college, by a coworker who was hosting a Southern-themed picnic. “Make a chess pie. Here’s the recipe,” and I was hooked. I’ve been making the classic pie ever since. The chess pie is similar to most custard pies, sweet and rich with eggs, but with a slight texture because of the addition of the cornmeal. In fact, chess pie was actually one of the first recipes that put my blog on the map....

I often get carried away at the farmers market and buy far more berries than I can eat within a week. One way I use up the extras is making this easy chia seed jam! A Low-Sugar Jam Perfect for Newbies I am no expert when it comes to making jam, which is why I LOVE chia seed jam. All you do is toss some chopped up fruit with sugar (or honey) and lemon juice, and cook the fruit until the pieces break down....

Egg whites. Nature’s food glue. What sort of nuts to use? Any nuts you like. We used almonds, pecans and cashews for this batch. As for the spices, we used chipotle powder for its smokey spiciness. You could easily use regular chili powder, cayenne, Chinese Five Spice, or Garam Masala. Just remember you’ll want something sweet, something spicy, salt, something zesty, and a touch of acidity. Add the brown sugar and chipotle powder and mix well....

The History of the Chocolate Sidecar On one hand, we can look all the way back to the Crusta Cocktail of the 1800s, or the Sidecar of the 1920s, to strip this drink down to its elements: A classic sour cocktail made with cognac, fresh citrus, and a touch of sweetness. On the other hand, you have the modern legend Wayne Collins to thank for this cocktail. Collins created this 2005 riff on the classic by substituting both creme de cacao and tawny port for the curaçao in the typical Side Car....

An egg cream may look like a milkshake, but the creaminess of the milk is less pronounced and diluted by the seltzer—it has a unique, fizzy, and light chocolate flavor. Why is it Called Egg Cream? No easy answer here. Some historians argue that “egg” in egg cream comes from the Yiddish word echt, which means genuine. Others claim it’s a variation of a drink that did use eggs and cream— both popular cocktail ingredients in the 19th century....