By MELISSA D’ARABIAN , Associated Press Cornbread has always had a bit of an identity crisis in our house: Is it savory or is it sweet? Does it replace dinner rolls or […]
Baked muffin frittatas are quick and easy customizable treat
By ELIZABETH KARMEL , Associated Press I recently became obsessed with these little crustless quiches. They’re more frittata but everyone who eats them likens them to quiche. However defined, they are quick […]
These banana oat muffins make a quick breakfast or snack
By Melissa d’Arabian, Associated Press Like many families, we try to minimize the amount of processed sugar we eat. But, it is lurking everywhere, and we are eating far more processed sugar […]
For pizza crust with a big dose of vitamins, try cauliflower
By Melissa d’Arabian, Associated Press Cauliflower is a wonder-veggie. No longer relegated to boiling and covering with a bright orange cheese sauce (sorry, Mom), cauliflower is stepping out in the place of […]
Cooking for a crowd: Hosts have dietary restrictions to consider
By Michilea Patterson, The Mercury This time of year often involves cooking appetizers, side dishes and baked goods for a lot of people. It’s not unlikely that guests will have different dietary […]
Falafel challah burger is a twist on a go-to to-go favorite (recipe)
By The Culinary Institute of America Falafel is a mixture of mashed chickpeas, onions and herbs and spices, formed into a small cake and deep fried. It’s traditionally served in a pita […]
How far can you reduce sugar in a pavlova? Surprisingly low
By Melissa d’Arabian, Associated Press Pavlovas are dreamy. For the uninitiated, a pavlova (named after the famed ballerina’s fluffy tutu) is essentially a meringue shell baked at low heat until the outside […]
Make These Chocolate Rosemary Biscotti For A Snack Or A Gift (recipe)
By Melissa d’Arabian, Associated Press I remember the first party I ever hosted. I was 5 and my mom invited all of my kindergarten girlfriends and their moms for a holiday singing […]
Italian squash bake brings Mediterranean flair to dinner (recipe)
By Melissa d’Arabian, Associated Press This week’s Italian squash bake is a true work horse. Want an easy, make-ahead weeknight side dish? This will do the trick. Hosting both vegetarians and meat […]
Early Grey lemon teacakes offer dessert without much guilt (recipe)
By Melissa d’Arabian, Associated Press I love dessert. I also love being healthy. My four kiddos also love sweets. So over the years, I’ve created some great strategies for getting some dessert […]