Leeks may be a milder member of the onion family, but don’t let that fool you. They’re perfectly capable of carrying a meal, shining solo, or being the support act for brashier ingredients like bacon or pasta. A winter vegetable, leeks taste best after a frost or dug up in spring after a season in the chilly ground. Add them to your favorite winter comfort foods or spring brunches for a note of aromatic flavor and silky texture....

I’m a massive coffee lover, and I adore traveling and trying local coffees. For example, you know that sweet caramel macchiato with syrup, steamed milk, and oodles of caramel? Well, if you order a caramel macchiato in Italy, you’ll likely get a shot of espresso, a dollop of milk foam on top, and a chewy caramel on the side. How about we look at some other coffee recipes from around the world and try to find a favorite?...

C has all the good options, right? Cakes, cookies, chocolate, and candy are all dessert staples, after all! My favorite has to be cheesecake – in all its wonderful flavors. To be honest, I could make a whole list of just cheesecake recipes! (Maybe next week…) For now, I have delicious desserts that start with C for you to try. Have a favorite? I’d love to hear about it! 1....

When it comes to quick and easy desserts I always turn to a pack of frozen puff pastry. With very little effort, store-bought puff pastry can be transformed into a delicious and impressive treat. Whether you’re looking for a special treat to satisfy your sweet tooth or want an impressive sweet to wow your dinner guests, you’ll find the perfect recipe in this list of easy puff pastry desserts. Choose from tarts, galettes, turnovers, pinwheels and much more!...

From root vegetables to leafy greens, the whole vegetable family is represented here. But you won’t need to pick a favorite. This list is so easy and enticing, you’ll want to try them all. Think Thanksgiving sides – butternut squash gratin, green bean casserole, scalloped corn. Or potluck vegetarian feasts – creamy chicken and asparagus, stuffed cabbage, mushroom and black bean tortilla. And family favorites – cheesy spinach, sweet potato with pecans and oats, baked hash browns....

Sometimes when my family goes on road trips, we pass the time by playing the Alphabet Game. This is where you pick a category and list something in that category for every letter of the alphabet. For instance, movies – A is for Aladdin! B is for Back to the Future! You get it. But recently we were doing food, and no one could think of any foods that start with V....

Whether you’re working from home or need to bring your lunch to the office, it’s not always easy to come up with a complete meal when you take away the meat. But with a bit of culinary know-how, it’s a lot easier than you think! Swapping out chicken for chickpeas and ground beef for black beans will leave you with not only a super substantial lunch but also a protein-packed mid-day meal to keep you going until dinner....

We all get stuck in an oatmeal and cold cereal rut once in a while, but these easy dishes will fix that. One of my favorite things about Asian-inspired recipes is learning about new ingredients and ways of cooking things. With that in mind, you might want to head over to your nearest Asian supermarket to stock up on a few things! Whether you’re the kind of person who likes to wake up to something sweet, or if you need something quick and savory to take out the door, I have you covered....

When I think of a classic meat and veg combo, chicken and mushrooms are always at the top of my list. They’re two easy-to-find ingredients that you probably already have on hand. Meaty mushrooms are a hearty complement to juicy chicken in every way they’re served. From creamy mushroom and chicken soup to chicken and mushroom pesto pizza, there’s so much to love. Be prepared to get hooked on your new favorite ingredient duo....

Cooking over a campfire with a pie iron is one of the greatest pleasures in life. It’s far more efficient than cooking on a stick, and there are all sorts of fun recipes you can make. If you’ve ever used a standard fire pit grate or had to resort to cooking in the coals, you know your woodsy meal is prone to burning. That’s where pie irons come in handy....

I would happily devour a baked potato at every meal, be it with steak, BBQ, or a sensible salad. They’re just so fluffy and perfect! So, why not consider a baked potato bar at your next party? Wrap them in foil and lay them out a whole slew of unique toppings for your guests to enjoy. Trust me; they’ll be a huge hit! Of course, it’s not quite as easy as throwing together a sundae bar, and you might be wondering: what can you put on baked potatoes besides butter?...

These fiery little peppers are perfect for adding some heat to your favorite foods. From main courses to desserts and even cocktails, they’ll add a little excitement to anything. So get ready to spruce up your meals and check out these recipes! 1. Restaurant-Style Salsa When it comes to dips, salsa is king, and this bright, red salsa will grace your dinner table with a flavorful spice! For one, they’re delicious....

And let’s not forget that they’re budget-friendly and kid-approved, so go ahead and make extra! These alluring sides are a terrific way to sneak more veggies into a meal. After all, cabbage is a gut-loving cruciferous that’s packed with nutrition. Plus, its mild flavor makes it super versatile. So, raw or cooked, each one of these cabbage side dishes manages to spiff up this humble veggie into an enticing dish....

So if you feel in need of a palate-pleasing pick-me-up, try one of these 30 delicious bowls. They’re the ultimate hug in a mug (or boost in a bowl). From dreamy sweet potato to thick lentil, each is a nourishing yet tasty meal. Vegetarians will love the complex flavors of spinach and artichoke soup, 15 bean soup, or Irish parsnips. Carnivores can sink their spoon into lobster bisque, chicken gnocchi, or the ridiculously tempting creamy Reuben soup....

You’ll get to have your favorite restaurant dishes in the comfort of your home! They may not taste exactly like the original, but the flavors and textures are truly satisfying, regardless. If you think they’re complicated to make, think again. These recipes are surprisingly simple and beginner-friendly. They’re a lot cheaper than the originals, to boot! From Olive Garden’s famous breadsticks to Taco Bell’s hearty quesadilla to Portillo’s chocolate cake, these easy copycat recipes will make you feel like a pro....

During Passover, it’s customary not to eat leavened bread, and in many households, there are certain dishes that are only consumed during the seder. But since this is a celebration, I think it’s only fitting to have some tasty and colorful Passover desserts on the table, too! Since leavened breads are off the menu, you’ll find a few sponge cakes and desserts here that use other means, such as matzah meal, to rise....

For a super simple, yet fancy, upgrade to your greens, look no further than seared ahi tuna salad! You may have had this fish in a poke bowl recipe or while dining out, but serving ahi tuna on salad is just as flavorful and easy. See how to make it with simple ingredients and prep — it’s a lot different than my avocado tuna salad, but oh-so-delicious! Ingredients & Substitutions This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for seared ahi tuna salad, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options....

You will love this Acorn Squash recipe because it makes almost any dish a delicious meal. Our entire family loves Air Fryer Squash and Butternut Squash. So of course, this type of winter squash is also a favorite side dish. Ingredients to make Sweet and Buttery Air Fryer Acorn Squash I make this recipe using my Cosori Air Fryer. Depending on the type of air fryer you have, cooking time may need to be adjusted by 2-5 minutes....

Making a Chocolate Cheesecake in the Air Fryer I love making desserts, especially chocolate desserts. And now, I can make this amazing chocolate cheesecake in no time at all! Because it is cooked in the air fryer, it is done in a fraction of normal baking time. This chocolate cheesecake is so smooth and creamy. The air fryer does not change it’s flavor or richness at all, nor does it sink or crack on the top....

Enjoy delicious rangoon dumplings minus the guilt! There’s very little oil in this recipe, so you won’t have to worry about the calories. Rangoon dumplings are usually deep-fried to get that crispy, golden-brown finish. Fortunately, with the air fryer, you can achieve the same color and crunch without all that nasty oil. So, if you’re looking for a cleaner, more wholesome version of this popular Chinese appetizer without sacrificing flavor, this air fryer crab rangoon is definitely for you....