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Smoked paprika: The one spice pitmasters and pro chefs swear by

It’s vibrantly red, versatile enough to go in a variety of dishes and may even fight cancer? While the health benefits are still being studied, an average increase of more than 6% in sales indicates the popularity of smoked paprika continues to grow. Paprika itself has been a key ...

Chicken breasts: The meal maker

We use a lot of chicken breasts at my house. As a protein they hit the mark, plus, as grocery bills sky-rocket they are still one of the least expensive meal options available. Boneless skinless breasts (my favorite,) served whole, cubed or sliced, lend themselves well to quick-cooking methods like stir-frying and sauteing. They’re also delicious baked, provided they’re coated to seal in juices, or cooked with a flavorful sauce. Chicken-Parmesan Bundles 4-ounces cream cheese, softened 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained 1 1/4 cups shredded ...

Use two types of paprika for the best Hungarian chicken paprikash

Chicken paprikash is a saucy blend of chicken, onions, sour cream and lots of paprika. In this recipe from our cookbook “Milk Street 365: The All-Purpose Cookbook for Every Day of the Year,” we blend techniques from restaurant chefs and home cooks who taught us their recipes during our ...

Valentine’s Day: How sweet it is!

When I think of Valentine’s Day, I picture a special dinner with my sweetheart, at home or at a favorite restaurant. For the meal’s finale, a decadent homemade dessert awaits us in our refrigerator and we can enjoy it in our loungewear, along with steaming cups of our favorite coffee. Valentines’ desserts seem to call for chocolate and here are a few special recipes that should appeal to any taste and any skill level. My honey loves the combination of peanut butter and chocolate and prefers pie to cake. Easy Chocolate and Peanut Butter Candy Pie is a delicious choice. ...