CARLISLE, Pa.—Nearly 60,000 bees have been stolen from a grocery store company’s field in Pennsylvania, the company said. The bees were said to be stolen in Carlisle between Jan. 28 and Jan. 30, Pennlive.com reported Wednesday. In a statement, the Giant Company’s community impact manager, Jessica Groves, said that the bees were an essential part…
How the French Make French Toast
The French take their bread seriously. Perhaps more than any other food, bread holds the highest status—and greatest symbolism—in France. For centuries, it was a necessity for eating and feeding the family, being a daily staple food for 90 percent of French families up until the 20th century. In the 18th century, a bread shortage,…
Who Says Game-Day Dip Can’t Be Delicious and Healthy?
This is seven-layer black bean dip simplified: Just heat and season refried beans, then top with fresh vegetables to make this easy, flavorful dip recipe. Loaded Black Bean Dip Active Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Serves 18 1 (15-ounce) can reduced-sodium refried black beans 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 clove garlic, grated 1/2…
The Secret to Perfectly Pan-Seared Steak—Without the Smoke and Splatter
Pan searing is a great way to create a tasty crust on the outside of meat. The Maillard reaction begins on the surface of the meat, as it dries out in the heat of the pan. The proteins begin to break down into amino acids and interact with the heat and sugars to create new…
Spruce Up Your Salmon With This Exciting New Recipe
The sesame seeds in the sweet sauce atop this salmon add nutty flavor and a little texture. Finishing the salmon in the oven turns the sauce into a thick, caramelized glaze. Pan-Roasted Sesame Salmon Active Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Serves 4 4 scallions, whites and greens separated 1 clove garlic, grated 1…
Hot Chocolate: Heat Up Valentine’s Day With a Savory, Spicy Mexican Mole Sauce
Love is a glorious thing, but chocolate is my favorite part of Valentine’s Day. Public displays of romance are awkward. And chocolate is much less complicated. South of the border, Valentine’s Day goes by the name El Dia del Amor y Amistad, which translates to “The Day of Love and Friendship.” I find this holiday a lot…
Red Velvet Cheesecake Is Just the Right Amount of Over-the-Top
In the world of cakes, red velvet demands your attention. Special occasions call for cake, but red velvet is the special occasion. There’s something so celebratory about it. Cheesecake has a similar status—it’s not an everyday bake, and the thought of it suggests a bit of indulgence. Combining the two gives you a stunning dessert…
Spice Up Valentine’s Day With a Luscious Cake
It’s never a bad idea to spice things up on Valentine’s Day. After all, in many successful relationships, a little intrigue and an element of surprise keep things exciting. Now, before you jump to any conclusions (after all, this is a food column), I am talking about cake. In this recipe, chocolate is teased with…
Ice Wine: The Elusive Elixir That Starts With Frozen Grapes
You’d think that the 2022 U.S. wine-grape harvest ended months ago, but curiously it’s now harvest time in a small number of northern hemisphere areas with conditions that couldn’t be stranger. That’s the word out in northern Michigan, which a week ago experienced such cold weather (minus 7 degrees F on Jan. 31!) that any…
3-Ingredient Chocolate Tart
Three ingredients—chocolate, eggs, and butter—meld together to create a smooth, rich, and chocolatey tart that will have your guests fainting in their chairs. It’s so simple and clever, and even more importantly for some, it contains no flour or added sugar beyond what’s in the chocolate. Dark chocolate is a must, and do splurge on…
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