By KATIE WORKMAN, Associated Press If you want a salad that shouts “holiday,” then you have landed in a very good spot. Related Articles One good recipe: Baked apple cider doughnuts warm the soul 4 dishes you can make ahead for Thanksgiving One good recipe: Fig and Peach Tart 5 simple soup recipes to work…
By Gretchen McKay, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Did you ever have one of those days where you just need to do something, anything, to keep busy? That was me recently at my son’s home in New Jersey. Related Articles 4 dishes you can make ahead for Thanksgiving Fruitful advice for getting the most from a refrigerator and…
The traditional Thanksgiving meal can be a real challenge for home cooks. The number of divergent dishes can be staggering, especially when every guest wants his or her personal favorites included in the feast. The traditional menu provides a delectable spread, and a groaning board of last-minute kitchen chores. Working yourself to the bone may…
By CHEYANNE MUMPHREY, Associated Press After carefully choosing the freshest produce at the market, people face even more choices with vegetables, fruit, meat and dairy products at home that can help prolong freshness, minimize waste and prevent foodborne illnesses. Related Articles One good recipe: Fig and Peach Tart Bartender-author brings ‘Sex and the City’ to…
By Gretchen McKay, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette This seasonal dessert marries two Mediterranean flavors: fresh, ripe figs and sweet peaches. Related Articles Bartender-author brings ‘Sex and the City’ to your glass 5 simple soup recipes to work into your cooler-weather rotation Gretchen’s table: Easy roux-less gumbo features Creole spices, chicken and sausage As hot as you like:…
For Boston-area bartender and author Thea Engst, 39, “Sex and the City” wasn’t just a show, it was an education in glamour, friendship, and, of course, cocktails. “I’ve been a big fan of the show since I was young and my parents had no idea I was watching it,” she laughs. “When I was asked…
By Nicole Hvidsten, The Minnesota Star Tribune A friend once said there’s no such thing as soup season — it should be enjoyed year-round. As someone who just happily ordered a cup of chicken wild rice soup on a 90-degree day, I agree. Related Articles Gretchen’s table: Easy roux-less gumbo features Creole spices, chicken and…
By Gretchen McKay, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Many family dinners are planned ahead of time after pulling a delicious-sounding recipe out of a cookbook and making a detailed grocery list. But there are plenty of nights when this home cook just wings it based on what’s lurking in her freezer, has ripened on the counter or —…
By Gretchen McKay, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Cooking creates all kinds of wonderful and comforting smells, whether it’s sugar cookies in the oven or a hearty stew on the stovetop. But for me in fall, there’s nothing quite like the smoky-sweet scent of Hatch chiles roasting over an open flame or the grates of a hot grill….
You can make a flavorful, fuss-free dinner by cooking everything in one skillet with this tasty meatball dish. Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs give the meatballs a rich flavor and texture. To elevate a store-bought pasta sauce, I added a touch of garlic, then paired it with frozen green beans and sweet potatoes for a…
