[ad_1] Why It Works Simmering aromatics with bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs creates a flavorful chicken broth for the soup. Fennel, lemon zest, and lemon juice brighten the soup and complement the earthy wild rice. Adding a small amount of baking soda helps break down the tough fibers in the wild rice and reduces the cooking […]

[ad_1] About the author Holly Nilsson is the creator of Spend With Pennies, where she creates easy, comforting recipes made for real life. With a passion for nostalgic flavors and simplified techniques, Holly helps busy home cooks create delicious meals that always work. She is also the author of “Everyday Comfort,” which promises to inspire […]

[ad_1] When I lived in Britain as a college student, my friends and I had weekly dessert potlucks where we gathered to watch new episodes of The Great British Bake Off (known as The Great British Baking Show in the US). As we crowded around a small laptop screen, we tucked into slices of banoffee pie, spoonfuls of trifle, and […]

[ad_1] Why It Works Adding lemon and grapefruit soda to a riff on the Negroni creates a tall, thirst-quenching—but still bitter!—pre-dinner cocktail.  Mixing everything together but the soda in one larger batch means this cocktail can be prepared and stored in advance, without losing carbonation. “Sbagliato,” says famed bartender Charles Joly, “translates to ‘mistake’ or […]

[ad_1] Straight to the Point The Pendelton Outdoor Packable Blanket was, as its name implies, easy to pack. But it was also spacious, comfy to sit on, and stayed dry on damp grass. We also liked the soft and compact Scuddles Picnic Blanket as a budget pick. Picnicking is romantic. Food is packed up and […]

[ad_1] From mashed potatoes to crispy fries, the humble potato is a staple in kitchens worldwide, loved for its versatility and comfort-food appeal. However, a concern arises when you encounter a potato with a green hue—should you eat it?  Potatoes with green spots are more likely to contain elevated levels of the toxin solanine, which can […]

[ad_1] I like to think of smoothies as the ultimate “choose your own adventure” concoction—you can make it with just about anything you want. All you need is a blender and you’re good to go. But how many times have you chucked a bunch of random ingredients into the blender, hoping for the tastiest result […]

[ad_1] Why It Works Fresh grated coconut ground into a silky smooth paste adds richness and body to the dish. A freshly prepared tamarind paste gives the dish a wonderfully tart, acidic flavor and pickles the shrimp as it sits. One of my favorite ways to eat shrimp is the Indian dish khadkhadi, plump shrimp […]

[ad_1] Sugar and spice, and everything nice, that’s what these apple muffins are made of. With both white and whole wheat flour, this apple cinnamon muffin recipe is packed with flavor and they smell as delicious as apple pie. Warm and sweet with a hint of spice, these muffins are so comforting. Apple adds a […]

[ad_1] Meet the best vegetarian chili recipe I’ve tasted! It’s thick, hearty, and comforting, filled with flavorful veggies and two types of beans. This vegetarian chili is the ultimate cold weather comfort food. I make it on repeat throughout the fall and winter because it’s warming, hearty, and flavorful. Made with two types of beans, […]