Confession: fresh cucumbers are tasty, but definitely won't make my Top Veggies list anytime soon. Quick-pickled cukes, on the other hand, are my VICE. They add punchy splashes of acidic, tangy and fresh flavors [...]
Growing up, we'd eat liver-based pâté (/pɑˈteɪ/) with baguette, brie, cheeses, and fruits as we decorated the Christmas tree, so I always associated pâté with winter. However, a plethora of recipes and preparation styles [...]
Sweet potato fries are one of my favorite cooked sides, and like oven-roasted fries, this recipe results in crispy, savory fries without using a deep fryer or air fryer. These sweet potato fries also [...]
Did you know that you can caramelize fennel as you would onion, even though they are unrelated vegetables? That's how this bright, tangy fennel jam makes a fabulous alternative to onion jam. Frankly, I'm [...]
I love making risotto, especially when one batch can yield multiple meals' worth of delicious leftovers, but sometimes I get a hankering for some crispy, crumbly CRUNCHINESS after having creamy risotto for a few [...]
These buttery, salty, cheesy pretzel balls are a great appetizer, snack, and spread for a party or tailgate. Bonus points if you can shape these crowd pleasers into tiny footballs! The baking soda bath, [...]
Although tapenade (roughly top-uh-nod) originates from Provence, France, it has become a top-tier condiment across the globe. The scrumptious blend of capers and olives elevates aperitifs and entrees alike. Normally, Niçoise olives are traditional, but [...]
The secret to crispy, crunchy fries roasted in the oven? Wash, soak and dry your taters beforehand. Removing as much excess potato starch as possible keeps fries from getting soggy (or sticking together if [...]
Pretzels are perfect all year long, but they suit the Oc(k)tober season above all else. These seasonal pretzels can be served as appetizers with savory dips, alongside dinner, or made into spiced sweet treats. [...]
Throughout my childhood in hot Georgia summers, it was always a good time when my mom made her version of this cilantro bean dip. Upon moving out, I began making this to serve to friends [...]
