There are quite a few explanations out there for the hole in the middle of a bagel, one of those foods that you absolutely need to try when in New York City. Some of them are more viable than others, and a couple theories are downright wild. One less-wild theory is that the hole is there in order…
Once You Make Homemade Fruit Leather, You Might Never Buy the Packaged Stuff Again!
Have you ever eaten Fruit Roll-Ups? These chewy, fruity treats are produced by General Mills and have been in supermarkets since 1983. That’s a long time. But rolled fruit snacks have actually been around far longer. More than 100 years ago in New York City, a Syrian immigrant imported apricot paste and turned it into…
Slow Cooker Ginger Soy Pork Belly
If you’re tired of cooking the same cuts of meat every night, then consider giving pork belly a try. It’s so flavorful and tender that it can make dinner at home feel like you’re eating at a restaurant. And it’s perfect for the slow cooker, making it a winning weeknight meal. If you’re curious about pork belly…
Ramp and Mushroom Sauté
If you’re someone who struggles with what to make for dinner every night, then using seasonal fruits and vegetables as your guide may change the way you think about cooking. If you really want to get in tune with nature, then foraging is a great way to take advantage of edible wild food that grows…
Spring Noodles, Farm Cook-Style
Some of my favorite recipes come from vegetable growers. Farm cooks know how to feed a bunch of people efficiently, with simple recipes made from basic ingredients that quickly produce mountains of delicious nourishment to energize the farmhands without weighing them down. I am friends with some farmers who can really cook and are generous…
Creamy, Cold Sesame Noodles Are Great Anytime
Cold sesame noodles are a refreshing delight — especially on a hot day or if you want a filling but flavorful on-the-go lunch. There are many versions of sesame noodles, notably ones from Sichuan and Taiwan, but they all contain Chinese sesame paste and other seasonings tossed with chewy noodles. There’s actually very little cooking…
Everything Bagel Pigs in a Blanket
Few recipes can perfectly blend two iconic dishes. But this everything bagel pigs in a blanket recipe effortlessly combines the flavor of a New York Style bagel with the deliciousness of pigs in a blanket to make a wow-worthy snack for the ages. So, bring the party to you with this amazingly easy-to-make appetizer. Not only are…
The Secret to New York’s Best Cacio e Pepe
Italian food has given the world so many different ways to carb-load, and it only makes sense to pay homage to one of Italy’s oldest recipes, cacio e pepe. The legend of cacio e pepe first started around the time of Rome’s birth — about 2,500 years ago when shepherds and merchants carried around the dish’s key…
AHA News: Rounding Up Healthy Rice Choices
Believe it or not, there are thousands of varieties of rice, with colors ranging from black to purple to red and more. Of course, the type of rice most of us know best is white rice. You may have heard some people say rice isn’t nutritious or it will lead you to gain weight. But…
How to Make Chicken Wings in an Air Fryer
Often times Chicken wings feel like one of those much-dreaded popular dishes you should just never make at home. Baked chicken wings take a long time to cook and never get as crispy. Meanwhile, homemade fried chicken wings are a messy, unhealthy endeavor that requires quite a bit of know-how. Luckily, a trendy kitchen gadget makes chicken wings that are…
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