What began as a humble blog that Egyptian-born Suzy Karadsheh created to share recipes and family stories with her daughters has grown to become the largest website for modern Mediterranean cooking, attracting millions of monthly visitors. She published her first cookbook, “The Mediterranean Dish Cookbook: 120 Bold and Healthy Recipes You’ll Make on Repeat,” in…
Everyday Mediterranean: How Suzy Karadsheh Brings the Sunny Flavors of Egypt to Atlanta
Antioxidants May Lower Radiation Risk From Medical Imaging
The use of medical imaging tests that emit ionizing radiation (high energy radiation which causes electrons to separate from their atoms or molecules) has skyrocketed in recent years, leading more doctors and patients to question not only whether certain tests are being overused, but also whether the damage caused by exposure to ionizing radiation can…
A Green Sauce for Dipping, Dressing, Drizzling
The essence of a green goddess sauce is (surprise!) an abundance of fresh green herbs. It’s a light, bright, and refreshing dip, dressing, or crema. Precisely which herbs you use in the sauce is dependent upon your taste, garden, and refrigerator. Suffice to say that you should use what you like, and do not skimp….
You Can Grow Your Own Corn—and There’s Way More Than Sweet Corn
It’s just a specialized kind of grass. That horticultural description applies to almost all grains, but corn is the only one that home gardeners revere, the only one grown for fresh use—in fact, the only grain commonly found in home gardens period. Does the average American homeowner grow rice or wheat? No. But corn is…
Grilled Potato Salad
Packed with herbs and dressed with a tangy shallot-mustard vinaigrette, this grilled potato salad makes a delicious summer side dish for your next picnic or potluck. It also keeps better than potato salad made with mayonnaise. Makes about 6 servings For the Potatoes 1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes Finely ground real salt Extra-virgin olive…
Picnic Perfect: Tips, Tricks, and 3 Crowd-Pleasing Salads for a Memorable Outdoor Feast
There is something undeniably enchanting about gathering with loved ones amid nature’s embrace, armed with wicker baskets and gingham blankets, ready to revel in the sunshine and warm weather. From a jumble of salads to sliced watermelon dripping with sweet juice, the art of the picnic is a stalwart American tradition. Here are a few…
Red Fruit Salad
Vanilla simple syrup gives this easy red fruit salad a little bit of sweetness, while toasted almonds give it depth. You can use just about any fruit you like, but strawberries, cherries, and raspberries work best. Since this recipe only calls for 1/3 cup of the simple syrup, you can store the extra in the…
Cauliflower Tabbouleh
Inspired by the classic Middle Eastern dish, this tabbouleh skips the bulgur wheat and uses cauliflower instead. The result is an easy, fresh side dish that’s packed with veggies and herbs. It keeps well in the fridge for a few days and is excellent for taking to your next summer picnic or potluck. Makes about…
Spinach-Artichoke Salad Has the Most Ingenious Crispy Topping
I am always here for a spinach-artichoke moment. Whether it’s a riff on the classic party dip in the form of pasta, baked chicken or grilled cheese, I’ll happily oblige. Knowing this, then, you won’t be surprised to learn I have a spinach-artichoke-dip-inspired salad in my newest cookbook, “Salad Seasons.” It’s light and fresh rather than goopy, with still plenty of…
It’s Time to Rethink Your Marinade
While it is common to soak meat in a marinade before throwing it on the grill, we wanted to try a different approach. Because wet meat simply steams on the grill, we suggest marinating the meat after grilling it to achieve a charred crust. Simply season your steak with salt, pepper and sugar before searing….
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