I hope everyone enjoyed their Easter holiday. Mine was great and included a ham dinner hosted by my sister at her lovely home in Maryland. Though we all ate as much of that ham as possible, there were leftovers. That, I think, is a good thing. With the addition of a few more ingredients, ...

Tavce gravce, which translates as “beans in a pan,” is a Macedonian classic. Traditionally, large dried white beans called tetovac, named for a city in northwestern Macedonia, are the star of the rustic dish, while onions, garlic, peppers and paprika provide deep, rich flavor and ...

Family Features — It’s easy to get into a recipe rut when every day feels the same — work, kids’ activities, social events and bedtime routines make it tough to experiment in the kitchen. If your family’s meals are growing boring, all you need is a touch of heat to bring new life to ...

In the South, grief comes with a casserole. Before the obituary hits the paper or the flowers are even ordered, someone’s already brought over deviled eggs. There’s a pound cake on the counter, a baked ham from a neighbor who “just thought y’all might need something,” and if fried ...

METRO — Country cooking means different things to different people. For many, it is the comfort foods they grew up with. From fried chicken to mac and cheese to meatloaf, there are plenty of dishes that fall under the country cooking umbrella. But a pot of chicken and dumplings may be one of ...

METRO — Summer party season requires having plenty of refreshing, and easy-to-prepare offerings for family, friends and other guests. Salads come in all shapes and sizes, and can feature a versatile mix of ingredients to help customize their flavor. They’re also refreshing and easy to ...