Cooking pork belly is something that can seem intimidating for the average home cook. It’s a very fatty piece of meat, and if you don’t cook it correctly it can end up with a texture that can be everything from chewy to almost gooey. The traditional way to cook pork belly is to roast it for a long time to render out most of the fat and crisp up the skin, but I prefer cooking my pork belly sous vide to guarantee that it’s cooked exactly the way I want it....

I do. It’s sort of that last minute pantry item type of dish that is quick and wonderfully filling when you are hungry. You might not have considered a Mexican-inspired three bean salad before, but I am here to say you should! How to Make a Mexican Bean Salad This Mexican bean salad is a riff off the standard. It’s not really Mexican per se, but uses typical South-of-the-border ingredients such as crumbly Cotija cheese, black beans and pinto beans, jalapeño peppers, cilantro and a sweet dressing made with sugar and lime juice....

You can find bottled sauces in stores that claim to be a “magic sauce”. But I am so confident that Spanish Romesco Sauce is THE ultimate magic sauce that I’m willing to put a bet on it. If someone can show me a sauce / dip that is tastier and more versatile, then….hmm….what’s a good punishment for me? I know! I’ll be VEGAN for a month. No meat, no eggs, no dairy and…....

It’s also super easy to make, and you can even make it ahead for a party; just put all the ingredients in a pot and start warming them a few minutes before guests arrive. (Bonus: It will make your house smell amazing.) Want an even more hands-off approach? You can also make mulled wine in a slow cooker! The History of Mulled Wine Humans have been drinking heated, spiced wine for a long time, at least since Roman times....

Overdid it slightly with the easter eggs… How is it that a grown woman can sit on the sofa and eat easter eggs until she literally feels sick? And I’m not even talking one time, I’m talking every evening for 5 days!! I’m a certified chocolate addict, so my chocolate drugged brain told me it was better to get it eaten and out of the way. Now all my eggs have gone (and I’m starting to think about ‘saving’ the kids from having too much of their chocolate), I really should try to be good....

I have not been able to discover the exact origin of this version of enchiladas, but I think they are popular in Northern Mexico, west Texas and in New Mexico. The bottom line: delicioso! Ingredients for Traditional Enchiladas In Mexico, there are as many ways of making enchiladas as there are cooks and every family has a favorite recipe. Generally speaking, there are four components to traditional enchiladas: tortillas, sauce, filling and garnishes....

What Is Steak Diane? Doing some research into Steak Diane, I found that the “Diane” part refers to Diana, the Greco-Roman goddess of the hunt, and “a la Diane” sauces were typically served with venison and game meat in centuries past. It was probably New York hotels that popularized the flambéed steak version. My Favorite Steak Diane Recipe This Steak Diane recipe is based off of one I got years ago from my friend Heidi, who found a version in her local paper, the Carlisle Mosquito (great name for a newspaper, isn’t it?...

Can I use canned corn or frozen corn? You can use canned corn, but then it wouldn’t be fresh corn salad. Canned corn has been cooked and sits in water, so it won’t have the same texture and flavor as fresh corn. Frozen corn is a better option as it was removed from the cob and flash frozen. Be sure to thaw it and drain it thoroughly of all excess moisture if you choose to go this route....

This is a cookbook exclusive recipe! This recipe is exclusive to my debut cookbook Dinner which includes a how-to video for every recipe. Just scan the QR code! Just to explain…. I know, it’s confusing! You’re so used to getting recipes on my website – there’s over 1,200 of them, after all. And here you are looking at a tasty recipe video and I haven’t provided the recipe. 🙀 I’m not just doing this to torture you, I promise....

Magic super low calorie creamy Vegetable Soup! Though my recipe feed doesn’t exactly scream “healthy eating” by any stretch of the imagination, the more discerning may have noticed that most of my dinner recipes actually have a sensible level of calories. I don’t often cook with cream. I control my use of butter (sometimes reluctantly). And I am pretty sure I can count the deep fried recipes on this blog on one hand....

Thankfully, the best foods in the summertime, when eaten at the peak of freshness, hardly need much effort from us. They definitely need some washing (I’ve found caterpillars in fresh fennel!). Pairing with seasonally adjacent foods helps, and maybe a little bit of heat to coax out their sugars. Fresh herbs never hurt, either. This quesadilla with sweet corn, zucchini, goat cheese, and basil brings the best of summer together with maximum flavor and and minimal effort....

Made with almond flour, they are paleo and gluten-free. They taste great when freshly cooked, but the leftovers are excellent too. Sweet potatoes are a bit too starchy for my husband and me. But my kids really like these patties - they are one of their favorite side dishes. Since these patties are very easy to make, I am happy to make them for the kiddos. And don’t tell anyone 🤐, but I sometimes sneak one or two, especially after an intense workout....

This is a cookbook exclusive recipe! This recipe is exclusive to my debut cookbook Dinner which includes a how-to video for every recipe. Just scan the QR code! Just to explain…. I know, it’s confusing! You’re so used to getting recipes on my website – there’s over 1,200 of them, after all. And here you are looking at a tasty recipe video and I haven’t provided the recipe. 🙀 I’m not just doing this to torture you, I promise....

I’m always on the lookout for ways to make chicken more interesting (I mean, simply baked drumsticks are great, but sometimes you want variety!). This recipe certainly fits the bill. I adore teriyaki sauce - it’s so very flavorful. Adding it to chicken really elevates this simple dish. That’s why I make this recipe so often. While it looks impressive when served, it’s truly easy to make, and everyone likes it - the kids (even the Picky Eater!...

If you’re looking to smoke your favorite meats and veggies with ease, we recommend the Masterbuilt 30-Inch Electric Smoker. There are many electric smokers to choose from, and top-rated ones have many excellent features, including easy-to-use controls, durability, and price points. Here are the best electric smokers for your needs. What We Don’t Love: Limited accessories, only a 90-day warranty Masterbuilt is known for producing high-quality barbecue equipment, tools, and accessories....

Beef Options in The Best Beef and Barley Soup: The best meat to use for this soup is stewing meat. Your grocery store should carry it, already cubed up for you. If you can’t find that, you can just buy a chuck roast. If you prefer, you could also use ground beef. Browning: Technically, browning the chuck roast is an optional step. If you absolutely do not have the time, you can skip it....

These tools are famously used for Thanksgiving turkeys, but their sharp, precise blades can achieve a clean and polished slice on everything from roast beef to whole fish to fruits and vegetables. Made from stainless steel or carbon steel, this is definitely a knife where you need to feel as comfortable as possible wielding it. The bolster should be comfortable for your grip, the balance should feel symmetric in your hand, and the length should be sufficient for the cuts you want....

The grill is a key component to a successful tailgate. Burgers, hot dogs, sausages, and pimento cheese are regularly on the menu, plus it’s a small source of heat in those cold winter parking lots. Tailgating grills have a different set of requirements than other grill set-ups. First, the most obvious one: you need to be able to easily transport it in your car. Then, it needs to be easily functional as well....

“Kitchen shears are so handy, especially for summers when you are camping and cooking away from your kitchen,” says Christine Pittman, cookbook author and founder of COOKtheSTORY.com. “My favorite thing is when kitchen shears come with a plastic cover which makes them very efficient (and safe) for travel. I’ve used them for chopping onions, tomatoes, herbs, green onion, bacon, pretty much anything you can imagine.” It is not as easy as just going and buying a pair of kitchen shears though; you need to consider design, purpose, and maintenance....

“I held off buying one for so long, but I use it so frequently, it practically lives on my counter!” says kitchen blogger Jessica Formicola of Savory Experiments. “The enamel is easy to clean, and it looks stunning and decorative on my white counters. …The thing is a workhorse and still works perfectly 12 years later,” she adds. But even if you’re not a baker, the KitchenAid stand mixer can work for many other cooking methods, too....