It’s hard to beat the guilty pleasure of instant ramen. It's inexpensive and endlessly versatile, but as sold it's just empty carbs and a ton of sodium. So how to make ramen healthier? Here's my strategy. For those purists who will balk at this version and say, “Hey, that’s not … [Read more...] about How to Make Healthy Ramen
27 Great Tips for Thanksgiving from Food Writers
Holiday meals can cause even confident cooks anxiety. I asked some of my food writer friends for their best advice and best tips for Thanksgiving. - Kathleen. Tips for Thanksgiving Planning 1. Make Lists "Make lots of lists," advises Diane Morgan, the author of The New … [Read more...] about 27 Great Tips for Thanksgiving from Food Writers
Sick of Cooking? Get Thanksgiving To Go
Cajun fried turkey dinner from Williams Sonoma If you don't feel like cooking a big holiday meal, it's OK. As someone who encourages people to cook, you might expect a different message for me, but give yourself a break. Maybe this is the year to try something different and … [Read more...] about Sick of Cooking? Get Thanksgiving To Go
Black Bean, Greens and Corn Veggie Burgers (Gluten-Free)
So I used buy these manufactured black bean burgers in the frozen section. They were fine. A little tough, a tad cardboard-ish, but they would get the job done. Then, after working on my second book, I couldn't bring myself to buy processed veggie burgers anymore. So, I went on a … [Read more...] about Black Bean, Greens and Corn Veggie Burgers (Gluten-Free)
A Cheat Sheet to Flavor Profiles
What makes something taste Italian or Cajun or Moroccan? Here's a quick guide to understanding flavor profiles and how ingredients work together to define various cuisines. What is a flavor profile, anyway? At its most basic, a flavor profile is made up of ingredients that help … [Read more...] about A Cheat Sheet to Flavor Profiles
