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Simplify traditional Irish cuisine with high-tech cooking methods

Traditional Irish recipes, such as colcannon, corned beef and Irish stew, serve as both comforting classics and festive fare for St. Patrick's Day celebrations. New kitchen gadgets allow home cooks to make their favorite traditional Irish meals with modern methods, saving time and effort. Crisp up Irish foods in the air fryer Many traditional Irish foods are fried, and using an air fryer is healthier and speeds up the cooking process. The result is Irish recipes with a crispy exterior and tender interior, making a satisfying dish. — Irish boxty: These traditional potato pancakes ...

Homemade snacks for your family’s low-budget spring break trip

Whether it’s road-tripping to visit relatives or jetting off for an international adventure, the journey there can be as memorable as the destination. On those spring break journeys, don’t waste money on overpriced snacks or unhealthy food — instead, embrace these budget spring break trip snacks that will have kids clamoring for more. With a million and one things to do before leaving for a trip, it can be tempting to save time by grabbing expensive and unhealthy pre-packaged snacks for the road or the plane. But a little planning can change the game. Looking for quick, easy and ...

Transform Asian kitchen staples into an umami-packed vegetarian soup

It’s a common misconception that the best soups require long ingredient lists and hours of simmering. In fact, just a handful of high-flavor items can be transformed into an umami-bomb of a soup in just 45 minutes. In this recipe from our book “Cook What You Have,” we get the job done ...

Level up brunch spreads with natural sweetness

Family Features — Breezy spring days can lead you on nearly any adventure, and they can happen in your own backyard, on a short road trip or during a full-blown beach vacation. No matter where you are when those warmer days arrive, you can put outdoor meals on the menu and take advantage of ...

Meatless meals: Fire up the pasta pot

Do you have a favorite grocery aisle? Mine happens to be the glorious rows of pasta in all shapes and sizes. I love pasta because it’s inexpensive, easy to prepare and so delicious. It’s the perfect go-to, even when the pantry is nearly bare. And now that the Lenten season is here, pasta, ...