Articles filed under Recipe
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Orange-marinated chicken wrapped in bacon gets family’s approval (and maybe Charlie Trotter’s, too)Apr 15, 2026 5:59 am - Penny Kazmier has been making this Bacon Wrapped Marinated Chicken for more than 20 years as a way to get the flavors of orange chicken without the hassle of deep frying. It was even her contribution to a charity cookbook in the 1990s that she then gifted to legendary chef Charlie Trotter. And -- surprise! — he kept it.
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Why you should be baking with rye flourApr 15, 2026 5:33 am - Looking for a way to take your baking to the next level? Try rye flour, a sneaky way to add complex flavors, a tender crumb and a little nutrition, especially in sweet baked goods. Why is it good for you? Rye flour — especially whole grain — has more fiber than wheat. It’s also beneficial from a climate perspective.
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Aldi’s wine selection is surprisingly good. Here are 6 bargain bottles to try.Apr 15, 2026 5:26 am - When you shop for wine at Aldi, you’re choosing from labels that aren’t sold anywhere else. It can be a mixed bag, but if you choose carefully, you can find solid options at excellent prices.
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Stuck in a cooking rut? Try some creative rule-breaking in the kitchenApr 15, 2026 5:21 am - Filled with the spiced salmon, melted cheese, corn and kimchi, these quesadillas elevate a simple meal into one that’s truly memorable. The recipe features a bold, pantry-friendly gochujang mixture that serves as both a quick marinade for the salmon and a flavor base for a creamy sauce made with yogurt.
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Rotisserie chicken meets grapes and pecans in a crisp romaine wrapApr 14, 2026 5:34 am - These Chopped Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps from Lauren Chambers make a perfect lunch — easy, tasty and packed with protein.
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Eastern European cuisine is more vegetable-forward than you might thinkApr 14, 2026 5:20 am - Mushrooms replace chicken in this vegetarian take on the classic Hungarian paprikash from cookbook author Alissa Timoshkina. It’s the ultimate comfort food, and it comes together quickly after you’ve sliced the onion, bell pepper and mushrooms.
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Cook smarter not harder: Simple recipes that work overtimeApr 09, 2026 2:59 pm - Some weeks call for ambitious cooking projects, but most call for smart ones — the kind that save time, stretch your grocery budget and make mealtime feel less chaotic. This trio of recipes — Lazy Pork Wontons for One, Oven-Roasted Pork Shoulder and Instant Pot Refried Beans — show how simple, satisfying staples can work harder for you.
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Mom vs. Reese: Who has the best cornbread pie?Apr 08, 2026 5:28 am - I recently discovered Reese Witherspoon’s recipe for Corn Bread Chili Pie. It reminded me a lot of my Mother’s Corn Pone Pie. I headed for my recipe box and found my mom’s recipe from 1978. There were many differences between the two, but enough similarities to inspire this new best-of compilation.
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Fries are much more than a side. Here’s how to turn them into dinner.Apr 08, 2026 5:26 am - Crispy, thick-cut french fries — what the British refer to as chips — baked in the oven are easily achievable with a few smart tricks. The result is a fry that’s crisp on the outside and tender inside, ready to dunk into your favorite condiments or serve with chili, butter chicken, mushroom gravy or your favorite creative topping.
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Sorry, lettuce. This is why parsley should be the star of a salad.Apr 07, 2026 5:54 am - This parsley salad, with cool cucumber, crunchy toasted walnuts and scallions in a lemon-olive oil dressing, feels like spring on a plate. It’s an ideal accompaniment to rich roasts and stews, and it can also be turned into a simple, tasty meal topped with a piece of chicken, boiled egg or tuna. It’s proof that parsley can be so much more than a garnish.