What is Taco Tuesday (or Thursday) without salsa? Whether you like it spicy or mild, this condiment is the perfect pairing for any number of favorite Mexican dishes, whether you’re eating burritos, quesadillas or simple homemade tortilla chips. But don’t waste your money buying jarred salsa at the store when you can make your own at home that fits your flavor…
A Quick and Easy One-Pan Meal Is a Must on a Busy Weeknight
When you don’t have a lot of time and don’t want to make a big mess, this sheet pan dish is for you. Who doesn’t love a quick meal and easy cleanup? Sheet Pan Barbecue Chicken with Broccoli Serves 4 Vegetable oil spray 4 (6- to 8-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8…
Cool Beans: How to Use These Cheap and Delicious Nutritional Powerhouses in Summer Dishes
When your grocery budget is tight, there are always two things you can count on: beans and rice. These stalwart champions of tiny grocery budgets are affordable, accessible, and nutritious. Beans make a versatile ingredient that can stretch a pound of ground beef into a pot of chili that feeds a crowd. Add a little cheese…
Thai Cucumber Salad with Peanuts
This fresh and crunchy Thai cucumber salad adapted from Food & Wine is one of my favorite summer recipes. The juice from the cucumbers seeps into the tangy and sweet dressing, giving it a refreshing cucumber flavor, while the peanuts add protein and crunch. The salad is satisfying on its own for lunch; it also…
Chickpea Salad
The perfect make-ahead summer recipe, this chickpea salad comes together in the blink of an eye. Just add everything to a mixing bowl and stir. If you’re feeling adventurous, consider adding diced bell peppers and chopped cucumbers to the salad as well. I recommend using gochugaru in the recipe. It’s a Korean chile powder with…
Red Lentil Dip
Serve this smoky, spicy red lentil dip with plenty of cut-up vegetables for a delicious summertime appetizer. Add crusty sourdough bread and a bowl of briny olives, and you’ll have a nice centerpiece for a light lunch. Serves 6 as an appetizer 1 cup red lentils, picked over and rinsed 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil…
Marinated Beans
The sharp bite of red wine vinegar gives balance to the earthy flavor of beans. Shallots, green onions, and fresh herbs bring a punch of brightness to this simple dish. If you prefer to cook your own beans, substitute 3/4 cup dried kidney beans, soak them overnight in warm water with a pinch of baking…
Grocery Inflation Hits Highest Level in 43 Years Despite Biden’s ‘Zero’ Inflation Messaging
August 11, 2022
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While the annual pace of inflation in the United States eased slightly in July, a deeper dive into the numbers reveals that some of the categories that hit everyday Americans especially hard in the pocketbook have soared, with the price of groceries jumping to the highest level since 1979. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)…
A Bottle of Pomegranate Molasses Belongs in Your Pantry
Skewered morsels of meat make for delicious finger food, especially when they are cooked on the grill. Small pieces of chicken, beef, or lamb, threaded on skewers, present a bounty of edges and corners that crisp and caramelize over the fire for finger-licking goodness. Flavorful marinades enhance grilling success. Not only do they tenderize and…
Switchel (Haymakers Punch). Nature’s Healthy Gatorade
Switchel, also called Haymakers Punch, is a refreshing drink that originated in the Caribbean. It is a tasty, slightly effervescent beverage made of water mixed with vinegar, sweetened with molasses, and sometimes lightly flavored with ginger. Honey, brown sugar, or maple syrup are also used in various locally adapted versions. Switchel made its way from…
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