Corn: looks like a vegetable and tastes like dessert. Enjoying summer corn is probably the easiest thing you do all year. To date, we’ve never met a person who doesn’t like it. It can be eaten raw, but even if you cook it, it takes less than five minutes. It’s […]
Though every cooking technique has value, there is one simple technique that doesn’t get much attention: deep poaching. This technique may not have the glitz and glamour of a finished roast, fried chicken, or hard-seared steak, but it does result in consistently tender and moist foods, without the need for […]
Amidst the flurry of concerns a new diabetes diagnosis can bring, what to cook for dinner can seem like a huge hurdle. Simple everyday tasks like packing lunch or entertaining friends brings a new set of challenges. Receiving the news that you have prediabetes or diabetes is a food lover’s […]
Makes 6 servings We love the added flavor from the spices, sun-dried tomato, and sherry vinegar in this diabetes-friendly black bean soup. Garnish it with some mixed grains and wilted spinach and it becomes addictive.
Whether it’s for long-term storage, sweet treats, or prep for a long hike, drying foods is a great way of not just preserving food by extending its shelf life, but also reducing their size and weight for efficient storage or carrying. There are multiple techniques for drying and dehydrating foods. […]
Makes 4 servings Salted edamame is a protein-rich snack that is perfect for a happy hour or party snack. It’s great on its own, sprinkled with seasoned salt, or alongside a tangy dip, like this tarragon dipping sauce. If you don’t love tarragon, substitute any herb that you prefer.
This all-purpose poaching liquid is well-suited to a number of fish, so choose what is freshest at your market. Makes 4 servings
Makes 4 to 6 servings
Makes 8 servings This is a very simple, straightforward, no-frills gazpacho recipe. It is tangy and fresh, with a full-bodied texture thanks to a generous pour of olive oil. Experiment with proportions to find your perfect balance.
Sometimes simple is best, and these classic glazed beets are a sweet, slightly tangy side dish suited for any dinner. Leftover beets can be tossed in a simple green salad or chopped and added to a warm grain bowl.
Makes 6 to 8 servings Chef’s Note: To cut leaves into chiffonade, strip the leaves off their stems. Stack the leaves, roll up, and cut crosswise into thin ribbons.
Makes 5 portions If you’ve never grilled an artichoke, prepare to be hooked. Their unmistakable flavor and creamy flesh is made all the more crave-worthy when slightly charred. It is the ideal accompaniment to savory romesco sauce, but you’ll enjoy it drizzled with tahini, garlic aioli, or even just a […]