1 Make the crispy parmesan breadcrumbs: Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. In a small bowl, toss together breadcrumbs, parmesan, and red pepper flakes to avoid any huge parmesan clumps. Pour into skillet and stir to coat with butter. Cook for 3-4 minutes, tossing occasionally, until browned. Set aside until ready to […]
If there’s a certain demographic living in your home of, say, age 10 or under, you may laugh when I tell you that the term sababa, the name of the latest cookbook from Adeena Sussman, colloquially translates as “Everything is awesome.” In my house, this phrase cues The Lego Movie theme song. In Sussman’s cookbook, […]
The boozy Brandy Alexander is made with brandy, crème de cacao, heavy cream, and topped with freshly-grated nutmeg. It’s a decadent and delicious wintry cocktail, and a good choice for a holiday party. Photography Credit: Nancy Mitchell If you like a Mudslide or a White Russian, you’ll love a Brandy Alexander! The Brandy Alexander doesn’t […]
These classic stuffed mushrooms are loaded with shallots, garlic, walnuts, breadcrumbs, and chopped mushroom stems. Sprinkle with Parmesan and pop them in the oven and you’ve got a great appetizer for the holidays. Photography Credit: Sally Vargas A good stuffed mushroom recipe should be in every home cook’s collection. They’re easy to make, they’re great […]
Peanut brittle was one of those candies we always had around the house when I was kid because my dad was obsessed with it. Though I would sneak a bite of it every now and then (I was more of a chocolate guy than a peanut brittle guy), my dad would nibble on it nearly […]
Slow Cooker Sausage Balls are cheesy, easy to make, and super delicious. Serve them as a party appetizer, spoon over pasta, or make a meatball sub! You choose. Photography Credit: Nick Evans These slow cooker sausage balls are all kinds of magical. They are somehow better than your standard Italian meatball, but also easier – […]
Thanksgiving is a week away, and the countdown to one of the best feasts of the year is on! You’re probably all set with the food plan, but have you thought about your table setting? A beautiful table is part of what makes Thanksgiving so special. If the thought of decorating a holiday table overwhelms […]
Repeat after me: “Chow-DAH!” That’s the way it should be said if you are anywhere in the vicinity of New England, which is the birthplace of this wonderful clam stew. The word “chowder” is thought to have been derived from “chaudière,” an old French term for cauldron, or a big cooking pot. What Goes Into […]
Akin to fish cakes, but made with the sweet meat of crab, crab cakes are associated with Maryland, where blue crabs are abundant in the Chesapeake Bay. Their popularity has spread so you no longer need to go to Maryland’s Eastern Shore to enjoy them. Traditionally, they are made with crabmeat, cracker crumbs, mayonnaise, and […]
Welcome to our roundup of all good things, good advice, good feelings. It’s the happy hour of blog posts! On the docket for today: Tofurky, frozen samosa wraps, peppermint almonds, and so much more! Print Welcome to The Friday Buzz, our roundup of all good things, good advice, good feelings. It’s the happy hour of […]
