by: Dorie Colangelo I love kimchi and I love fat, chewy udon noodles. Combining them was a no-brainer for me. If you’re unfamiliar with my two loves, udon noodles are thick, wheat-flour noodles that originated in Japan and kimchi is a side dish of spicy fermented cabbage that’s a staple of Korean cuisine.I use kimchi as a condiment on all my veggie and rice dishes and I also love to add it to soups like this Spicy Kimchi Udon Soup.This…
by: R. John Healthy grains have long been a permanent fixture in households, but not everyone knows how to make the most out of them. More often than not, people would pair their choice of grains with another dish and call it a meal. But there are so many wonderful dishes you can put together when you unleash your creative juices. Here are some ideas: Brown Rice: Celery Root Soup You don’t always have to use the actual grain when…
by: Jenna Cuccia Great things happen when people come together and share a meal; ideas are born, emotions are shared, and culture comes to life. Sharing a meal reminds us that we need one another, support one another, and love one another. Planning, grocery shopping, and just finding the will to cook after a long day can seem somewhat daunting. These winter vegan recipes are meant to feed your soul and give you an excuse to disconnect from the outside…
by: Dina Di Maio While Italians have many special Christmas foods and traditions, nothing says holidays in an Italian-American household like the start of the cookie baking season. Every nonna, mama, and zia (aunt) has her specialty cookie from a safely guarded recipe written on a crinkled paper worn with time. Cookies colored red and green, powdery balls of nutty goodness, jam-filled sandwiches and more are piled high into Mount Vesuvius-like mounds atop crystal plates and serving trays. These cookie…
Nourishment is one of the cornerstones of well-being. Cookbook authors Ivy Manning and Jill Lightner share ways to make food preparation easier– and more sustainable. Ivy tackles questions like how long it truly takes to cook an Instant Pot meal (is it really under 10 minutes?), while Jill offers practical tips for how to approach cooking from a more sustainable perspective while re-purposing ingredients in creative ways. And, don’t forget to check out their recipe collaboration below! Jill Lightner: It’s…