Many recipes for Indian curries such as tikka masala and butter chicken call for copious amounts of butter, yogurt and cream to give them a rich, satisfying texture. For a lighter vegetarian interpretation of the takeout classic, meaty cremini mushrooms stand in for chicken and pureed cashews ...
Family Features — Bright sunshine, warm patios and fresh foods go hand in hand. As warm weather and sunny days call you outdoors, bring the whole family along with favorite meals that blend perfectly with a soft breeze and the subtle sounds of nature. Al fresco dining doesn’t have to be ...
It is time to think beyond the tortilla chip and get saucy with your salsa. May is National Salsa Month, so what better way to celebrate than by incorporating new ways to use salsa? Mild, hot, medium, sweet or savory; salsa is a versatile condiment that can be used in countless ways beyond the chip bowl. Unique ways to use salsa in your cooking The next time you find a half-empty salsa jar in the refrigerator or you need to clear out some space in the pantry, consider incorporating salsa into your everyday cooking. 1. Salsa makes a delicious burger topping May 28th is National ...
METRO — The phrase “you are what you eat” can serve as a warning that the foods a person consumes greatly affect his overall health. Although eating a cheese-laden burger with a side of deep-fried potatoes every so often will not turn a person’s health on its head, repeatedly making poor dietary decisions may be a recipe for chronic health problems. Health experts say foods (and beverages) can affect hearts, waistlines and brains. Foods that are grouped under the category of “junk food” tend to be the largest dietary offenders. The term “junk food” refers to foods that ...
We all know the saying that April showers bring May flowers, and I would add to that, the promise of picnic season. It’s not too early to start gathering recipes for picnic favorites that are easy to make, easy to eat and travel well. As for a dessert, brownies meet all those ...
Keftedes are Greek meatballs, sometimes made with a mixture of chickpeas and sardines. For our vegetarian version, we substitute the sardines with feta cheese, which gives the keftedes a deeply savory note while keeping them meat-free. Based on the chickpea and sardine keftedes from ...
