Category: Food

2023 Wine Bargains

As we enter 2023, consumers who are concerned about inflation or other financial matters of the moment may be thinking about the prices of wine and whether they are going up or down. It has been at least three decades since there was any particular problem in terms of wine pricing, due in part to…


Leftover Prime Rib Nachos

It’s just a few days after Christmas and you’ve probably opened the fridge a bunch of times wondering what you’re going to do with all of the leftover prime rib or roasted turkey you cooked. You can only make so many sandwiches, after all. So what to do? There’s just one answer: nachos. The cheesy, comfort food is easy to make and…


Why—and How—You Should Preserve Your Family Recipes, Starting Now

My mother grew up on the Channel Islands of Jersey. She spent her childhood running on the sand between waves, building sand castles, and learning to ride bikes down narrow, hedge-lined lanes. Her family has been there since the 15th century, and the traditions—and the food—run deep. The way my mother let me into her…


Spinach & Cheese Strata

View the print-ready version of this recipe. A strata is a layered casserole made with bread, eggs, cheese, and sometimes vegetables or meat (strata means layers). Think of it as a savory bread pudding. This spinach version is richly flavored with Gruyère, Parmesan, and Dijon mustard. It’s the perfect vegetarian brunch dish to feed a crowd. You…


Burning up for Spicy Food? Here’s the Science Behind It

By Adithi Ramakrishnan From The Dallas Morning News Jody Denton, a self-described “chili head,” ran an experiment with his two young daughters, Ana and Olivia. As they grew up, he cooked their meals just a little bit spicier than they wanted. They’d complain. He’d apologize. But the very next meal, he’d bring the heat. Years…


Eggs Benedict

Brunch is a crowd favorite 365 days of the year. But there’s one day where the early afternoon meal really shines: New Year’s Day. After a long night of celebrating the end of 2022, you’ll need your first meal of the new year to set you off on the right foot, and no dish does that better…


Orange Honey Ginger Chicken With Red and Green Salad Offers Festive Touch

By Linda Gassenheimer From Tribune News Service The sweet and tangy flavors of orange, honey and ginger coat the chicken for a quick, savory dinner. I like to use boneless chicken thighs instead of boneless chicken breast. They remain moist while cooking and have more flavor. The colorful Red and Green Salad adds a festive…


Chicken Pozole Verde

By Gretchen McKay From Pittsburgh Post-Gazette The days leading up to the holidays can be exhausting, what with all the visitors and shopping and general merriment over the approaching holidays. So any meal that can be whipped up with minimal effort is a reason to cheer for the busy cook. This tangy, tomatillo-forward pozole fits…


Spinach Artichoke Dip

View the print-ready version of this recipe. What I Love About This Dip: Quick – You’ll be ready to serve this baked spinach dip in just 30 minutes! Make in Advance – Busy day? Prep this anytime and store in the fridge for 1-2 days before baking. Crowd Pleaser – This is guaranteed to disappear before your eyes! I…


Kentucky Cookbook Author: This Cranberry Pie Is an ‘Easy-to-Make’ Christmas Dessert

By Janet Patton From Lexington Herald-Leader If you’re looking for something to make your holiday meal easier, this pie might be the answer. The Nantucket Cranberry Pie recipe is a showstopper of a dessert in “The New Christmas Clinic” by Lexington cookbook author Barbara Harper Bach. And unlike almost everything else about the holiday season,…