Cuisine at home

I find it interesting that most rooms in a house are named after their specific activity. A bedroom is a room with a bed where you sleep. A bathroom is a place where you bathe. A living room is where you spend time “living.” And a laundry room is whe

As part of living a healthier lifestyle, my wife and I are always looking for ways to tweak our diet. Adding steamed veggies to the menu was an easy change to make. One evening after washing broccoli in my sieve, I realized I didn’t have an option fo

From soups to stews and sautés, these ivory-colored root vegetables were once a staple starch of the medieval diet. And while their popularity has come in and gone out of favor through the years, these sweet, earthy, and versatile roots are worth che

SERVING UP SIMPLE, HEARTY FARE is quick and easy with an Instant Pot. And who doesn’t love a steaming bowl of comforting hoppin’ John? With black-eyed peas, mustard greens, and ham, plus a fresh and smoky relish, and Tomato Rice on the side, this pre

Not quite as sweet, but as deliciously nutty, these tahini cookies are like grown up peanut butter cookies. Makes about 3 dozen cookies Total time: 45 minutes + chilling 3 cups all-purpose flour2 tsp. baking soda1 tsp. table salt 1/4 cups packed li

In the spirit of the new year, why not consider a “workout” routine to include your gut? You’ll likely feel better, have more energy, strengthen your immune system, and you may even lose a little weight. Let’s face it — talking about your gut is pers

THOUGHT TO HAVE BEEN NAMED by Napoleon, lobster Thermidor is the ultimate classic French dish that deserves to be in your repertoire, plus it’s surprisingly easy to make. Simply toss tender chunks of lobster meat in a rich and creamy sauce, top with

TACOS AL PASTOR starts with sliced pork that’s marinated with chiles, spices, and pineapple. The pork slices are then stacked on a vertical spit, called a trompo, and roasted. As the pork cooks and caramelizes it’s shaved off the loaf and is served i

The longer the almonds soak, the creamier the milk will be. And note, almond milk will separate as it sits in the refrigerator, so be sure you stir it before using. Makes 8 servings (about 4 cups) Total time: 15 minutes + soaking 3 cups raw whole

Precooking the tofu in boiling water helps to firm it up, which in turn prevents the tofu from breaking down as it stir-fries. Makes 4 servings Total time: 20 minutes + steaming rice 1 recipe steamed rice, right 1/4 cup brown miso (2 3/4 oz.)2/4 o

There are a couple of factors to consider when making fish cakes. First is the type of filler. We found that the combination of cooked russet potatoes and panko bread crumbs works the best. Once the cakes are formed, it’s essential to let them chill

In the seaside town of Ayvalik, Turkey, what started as a competition, turned into a social project to empower women through art and creativity. Each bottle of this first cold-pressed (extra-virgin) olive oil is one-of-a-kind and hand painted by the

Calzones can also be cooked on a baking sheet instead of a baking stone. Makes 4 servings (4 calzones) Total time: 30 minutes 3 Tbsp. olive oil, divided1/4 cup each chopped red onion and sun-dried tomatoes 1 tsp. dried Italian seasoning1 tsp. min

What’s the difference between tawny and ruby ports? LBV and vintage, too? Pamela Cooper, New York, NY The difference between tawnies and rubies is the time they’re aged prior to fortifying and bottling. Ruby port is younger, sweeter, and fruitier

Makes 4 servings (6 1/2 cups) Total time: 40 minutes 1/2 cup each fresh bread crumbs and sliced almonds2 Tbsp. olive oil1/2 cup shredded Parmesan1 tsp. minced fresh garlicMinced zest of 1 lemonSalt and black pepper to taste 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter1

Ready in just 40 minutes, this soup is perfect for busy weeknights. To make it even quicker, prep the ingredients and cook the bacon ahead of time. Makes 6 servings (9 cups) Total time: 40 minutes 8 oz. applewood smoked bacon, diced1/2 cups diced o

For the most flavorful pecan cream, deeply toast the nuts. And for the smoothest texture, purée the cream until it’s completely smooth. Makes 6 servings (8 cups) Total time: 40 minutes 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted + more for serving3 cups water,

Mung bean sprouts are extremely perishable, so always check the expiration date when purchasing, and use them within two days. Makes 6 servings (8 cups) Total time: 45 minutes 2 Tbsp. coconut oil1 cup sliced shallots2 Tbsp. each minced freshginger

Don’t be shy with the mustard, here. The spicy flavor of the brown mustard plays well with each of the components in this soup. Makes 6 servings (10 cups) Total time: 1 hour 1 pkg. uncooked Bratwurst (19 oz.), halved and sliced1 Tbsp. olive oil 1

Makes 6 servings (10 cups) Total time: 30 minutes 2 Tbsp. olive oil4 cups cubed Italian baguette1/4 cup grated ParmesanSalt and black pepper to taste 2 Tbsp. olive oil2 cups diced onions2 Tbsp. minced fresh rosemary1 Tbsp. minced fresh garlic1/2 cu

THOUGH THIS CAKE wasn’t named to describe its insane level of dark chocolatiness, its moniker really is fitting. This World War II-era cake was made famous by a bakery chain out of Brooklyn, New York called Ebinger’s. And though they’re no longer in