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Glorious Gorgonzola Figs
Celebrate the union of sweet and savory with this irresistible appetizer. Glorious Gorgonzola Figs is a toast to the symphony of flavors that can be achieved with few ingredients.
Ingredients Figs Gorgonzola cheese HoneyInstructions Cut a cross into each fig without cutting all the way through.
Stuff with a piece ...Read more

EatingWell: These shrimp tacos have the perfect blend of spicy heat and cool creaminess
Give juicy shrimp tacos a Cajun flavor spin with spices and a quick sear on a hot grill. An easy avocado mash adds creaminess to cool off the spicy kick.
Grilled Blackened Shrimp Tacos
Serves 4
Active Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
1 ripe avocado
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 small clove garlic, grated
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pound ...Read more

Environmental Nutrition: The sustainable diet index
Q: What is the sustainable diet index?
A: The Sustainable Diet Index (SDI) is used to assess the environmental, health, and social impacts of dietary choices. It helps measure how well a diet aligns with sustainability principles, balancing nutrition with ecological responsibility.
The SDI evaluates diets based on factors such as carbon ...Read more

Seriously Simple: A fresh take on summer tomato salad
This new spin on the classic tomato mozzarella salad is inspired from an East Hampton restaurant, where I enjoyed a version of a tomato and watermelon salad. My adaptation includes crisp cucumber, juicy watermelon, crumbled feta cheese, fresh mint and basil as a topping.
Pick the freshest, ripe tomatoes you can find. Sometimes I go for slices ...Read more

JeanMarie Brownson: Have a lot of summer peaches? Make peach pecan cardamom cake!
Peaches and cardamom, two of my favorite flavors in the world, pair beautifully together. The combo works well in savory dishes such as chutneys and grill glazes, or sweet options, including beverages and baked goods.
Fresh, seasonal peaches are worth the year-long wait. To my mind, the perfumey, creamy quality of a Michigan peach can’t be ...Read more

The Kitchn: This noodle salad is the perfect summer meal
Once the temperature starts to climb, I have a one-track mind for cooling, crunchy meals. I’m talking easy chopped salads, I’m talking crispy rice bowls<...Read more

The Kitchn: No-bake ‘lemon delight’ is an easy dessert anyone can make
I’ve developed a lot of no-bake “delight” recipes over the past few years. It started with strawberry delight, then there was pumpkin delight, homeandleisure/recipes/varietymenu/s-3793246">Read more

A new generation of Indigenous chefs is growing and cooking foods traditional to their ancestors
DENVER -- In her 2023 cookbook “Seed to Plate, Soil to Sky,” New Mexico-based chef and historian Lois Ellen Frank said the present era of Indigenous cuisine revolves around modern chefs understanding the ingredients and the farming practices of their ancestors.
“It’s now up to each Native American community and each Native American chef...Read more

Budget meal: Rice bowls are quick on prep, easy on the wallet
Rice bowls topped with tasty slivers of beef, chicken, egg, tempura or seafood have ancient roots in Japan and other parts of Asia. But the hearty, one-bowl dishes are also incredibly popular on American tables, given their wide variety and ease of preparation.
These days, it's just as easy to find a smoothie-like acai bowl made with fresh ...Read more

Quick Fix: Summer Eggplant Salad
This hearty summer salad is a celebration of the season’s freshest vegetables. Roasted eggplant, juicy tomatoes, sweet red bell pepper, and peppery arugula come together to create a mix of vibrant textures and flavors. I added creamy Fontina cheese and crunchy croutons to turn it into a satisfying, no-fuss dinner.
To speed things up, I ...Read more

Column: From lime Jell-O to lobster Newburg, I got a new batch of old cookbooks
The heavens opened up and dropped a load of cookbooks into my arms.
By “heavens,” I mean reader (and frequent baking-contest winner) Sherilyn Krell, who was making room for more cookbooks in her house by giving away a bunch of the older cooking pamphlets that her late mother had accumulated.
And I was the happy recipient.
Note to readers:...Read more

Gimme a gimlet! This cocktail is tart, sweet and perfect for summer
PITTSBURGH -- Cocktails are a wonderful thing because they offer such a wide array of flavors. Everyone has their favorite, with choices often predicated by the season.
Cooler months tend to lean on beverages crafted with warm spirits like bourbon or scotch, while in summer we crave bright and refreshing drinks to chase away the heat. Often ...Read more
Astonishing Açai Bowl
Jumpstart your day with a nutrient-packed breakfast. The Astonishing Açai Bowl is a Brazilian treasure that will infuse your morning with energy.
Ingredients Açai berries Banana GranolaInstructions Blend the açai berries and banana until smooth.
Top with a sprinkle of granola for added crunch.
Every ...Read more

Struggling brewers push to make nonalcoholic beer more than a fad
Nonalcoholic beer needs a second act.
The category boomed in recent years as the likes of Anheuser-Busch InBev, Heineken NV and Diageo Plc poured in money. But after those gains made it one of brewing’s few bright spots, it’s still just 2% of the global beer market’s volume, according to IWSR.
And now growth rates are slowing. After a ...Read more
Sunset Serenade Salmon
Embrace the gentle colors of the evening with Sunset Serenade Salmon. The pink, tender salmon, delicately seasoned and perfectly grilled, mirrors the splendid hues of a serene sunset.
Ingredients 2 salmon fillets Olive oil for drizzling Salt and pepper to taste 1 lemon for servingInstructions Preheat your grill or skillet...Read more
Impressive Iberico Ham Melon Bites
Immerse yourself in a refreshing flavor voyage with these delightful bites. Impressive Iberico Ham Melon Bites are a tribute to the beauty of simplicity.
Ingredients Melon Iberico ham Mint leavesInstructions Cut the melon into bite-sized pieces.
Wrap each with a slice of Iberico ham and garnish with a mint leaf....Read more
Express Egg Salad Sandwiches
Turn lunch into a classic, comforting moment with these quick egg salad sandwiches. They're a creamy, satisfying solution to your midday hunger pangs.
Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tsp mustard 1/4 cup chopped chives Salt and pepper to taste 8 slices of breadInstructions: Chop the eggs and mix ...Read more
Zippy Zabaglione with Berries
This quick Zabaglione with berries is an elegant Italian dessert that can be made in no time. Perfect for impressing guests at the end of a meal.
Ingredients: 4 egg yolks 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup Marsala wine 1 cup mixed berriesInstructions: Whisk the egg yolks, sugar, and Marsala in a bowl over simmering water until thick ...Read more
Speedy Shrimp Scampi
Whisk your taste buds away to the Italian coastline with this zippy shrimp scampi. It's a delightful pasta dish that brings sunshine to your lunch.
Ingredients: 8 oz linguine 1 lb large shrimp 3 cloves garlic 1/2 cup white wine Juice of 1 lemon 1/4 cup chopped parsley Olive oil Salt and pepper to tasteInstruction...Read more
Extraordinary Exotic Fruit Platter
Celebrate the bounty of the tropics with this colorful breakfast platter. Extraordinary Exotic Fruit Platter is a feast for the eyes and the palate.
Ingredients Dragon fruit Star fruit PassionfruitInstructions Slice the fruits and arrange them attractively on a plate.
Enjoy the fresh, juicy flavors of these exotic ...Read more