Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, begins on the evening of Monday, Sept. 22, and is celebrated for two days. For the occasion, people wish each other a happy, healthy, sweet New Year. To highlight this wish, cooks in many households accent their holiday menus with sweet ingredients. Apple slices dipped in honey are the…
By Linda Gassenheimer, Tribune News Service Enjoy this quick fried rice dinner—ready in just 15 minutes, including prep time. To make stir-frying a breeze, arrange all your prepped ingredients on a cutting board or plate in the order they’ll be used. That way, you won’t need to refer back to the recipe once cooking begins….
Given the longstanding love affair between beer and grilled and barbecued meats, you could be forgiven for overlooking a less-talked-about pairing opportunity. And I’m not talking about pizza, burgers, hot dogs or even cheese, all of which are beer matches made practically in heaven. I’m talking about beer and salad. OK, so it’s not the…
Vibrant in flavor and appearance, this tropical fruit salsa is delicious served with grilled chicken or pork chops. A favorite combo is pairing it with broiled salmon fillets topped with fresh herbs, such as thyme and/or dill and thin lemon slices. It’s also delicious spooned into a warm tortilla and topped with crumbled queso fresco…
CHICAGO — Gen Z is an easy target. Born between 1997 and 2012, they’ve been blamed for everything from the downfall of skinny jeans to the end of basic phone etiquette. And now, if headlines are to be believed, they’re destroying the wine industry too. Health-conscious, sober-curious and strapped for cash, they say, Gen Z barely drinks….
As the kids head back to school, weeknight soup suppers can be a real sanity saver. Warm and delicious, these “dinner-in-a-bowl” entrees can be a luscious meal when accompanied by a simple salad and some warm bread. I keep a list of delicious soups on the inside of my pantry door, so in a pinch…
Enjoy this quick fried rice dinner — ready in just 15 minutes, including prep time. To make stir-frying a breeze, arrange all your prepped ingredients on a cutting board or plate in the order they’ll be used. That way, you won’t need to refer back to the recipe once cooking begins. I use toasted sesame…
By Gretchen McKay, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette My 18-month-old grandson doesn’t have the biggest vocabulary, but like most toddlers, he makes what he wants known pretty clearly. Related Articles How tariffs could mess with your pumpkin spice Quick Fix: Chicken Chasseur (Chicken with Mushrooms and Wine) How to pack a lunch your child will actually eat With…
Like a crisp breeze and a color-changing leaf, pumpkin spice is the harbinger of fall. And it’s here — unavoidably so. As in, you can’t turn your head in a grocery store without seeing some kind of pumpkin-spice-flavored food: cookies, pancake mix, oatmeal, coffee creamer, granola bars, donuts, muffins, hummus, cereal, ice cream … you…
By Linda Gassenheimer, Tribune News Service Savor the flavors of France with this classic Chicken Chasseur, also known as poulet chasseur. This French dish is celebrated for its rich and aromatic sauce, made from a blend of mushrooms, shallots, tomatoes, and a splash of wine. Related Articles How to pack a lunch your child will…
