Adding fermented vegetables to the first course of a meal is common in Ukrainian cuisine, and one of the most popular pickled-vegetable dishes is sauerkraut soup. It might sound a little odd, but trust me — it’s breathtaking. This recipe is from my cookbook “The Authentic Ukrainian ...
Family Features — If hectic weeknights leave you feeling like time is constantly slipping away, saving a few extra minutes in the kitchen can begin with alternative cooking methods and easy recipes without all the fuss. Rather than waiting for the oven to preheat, you can tackle family ...
Tonight, as tradition would have it, many revelers will ring in the New Year with a champagne toast. For me a bit of the bubbly goes right to my head, so as a foodie I’d rather enjoy my champagne cooked in a creamy sauce. That’s why when I’m hosting a party, at clean-up time I make sure to check every bottle for any champagne leftovers, not to sip, but to turn into fabulous dishes. Fish, seafood, chicken, and even vegetables, lend themselves quite tastefully to sauces made with a dry Brut champagne (a dry white wine also works) whereas a sweeter champagne is perfect in ...
Many consumers feel pride in avoiding the glazed pastries in the supermarket and instead opting for “all natural” granola that comes packed with extra protein. Same goes for low-fat yogurts “made with real fruit,” organic plant-based milks and bottled “superfood” smoothies. Buyer ...
The cheese ball is a cliche. I believe, however, that like the pig in a blanket and the baked potato, the cheese ball is so cliched it has actually become cool. Socially acceptable or not, when this dish from my cookbook “Deep Run Roots” is put out at a party of any kind, people hover ...
Family Features — When planning meals, particularly breakfasts, there are a few critical factors many families consider: taste, simplicity and nutrition. Eating healthier doesn’t have to be complicated or out of reach. With the right inspiration, healthy food can be delicious, ...
