It’s possible to can your own baby food, but just the fruit. Now that August is here and the canning season is in full swing, many parents ask: can I can my own baby food? The short answer is yes, but with important limitations. The only safe home-canned baby foods are fruit purees, and even … Read more
This healthy blueberry banana bread is soft, moist, and packed with juicy blueberries. Made with almond and oat flour, it’s gluten-free, oil-free, and naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and a touch of maple syrup. One bowl, about an hour, and you have a loaf that stays on my counter all week. A Quick Look At … Read more
When a huge box of Taylor’s Gold pears arrived at my office a few weeks ago, I was ecstatic. I love pears, but I rarely take the time to cook with them. With dozens to use, I finally had a reason to experiment in the kitchen. I asked family and friends what they would make, … Read more
These ultra-fudgy dark chocolate brownies combine melted dark chocolate, rich cocoa powder, and chocolate chunks for an intensely chocolate-forward bite. Thick and indulgent, a small piece satisfies even the biggest cravings. Thanks to the dark chocolate they’re not cloyingly sweet, and they come together in one bowl for easy prep when you need a decadent … Read more
Preparation time less than 30 mins Cooking time less than 10 mins Serves Serves 2 By Ching‑He Huang From Saturday Kitchen Ingredients For the marinated chicken 300g/10½oz chicken thighs, boneless and skin removed, cut into 1cm/½in strips pinch salt pinch ground white pepper 1 tbsp oyster sauce 1 tbsp cornflour For the stir fry … Read more
Tortellini Pesto Pasta Salad is a beloved, nutrient-packed dish. The spinach-walnut pesto is vibrant and flavorful, and sun-dried tomatoes add a bright, savory contrast. This salad is easy to make and perfect as a main or a side. Why Make Tortellini Pesto Pasta Salad This pesto is not the standard basil-and-pine-nuts version — it’s bright … Read more
Chocolate and berries are a classic match — strawberries are delightful, raspberries even more so, and together with chocolate they become irresistible. This Chocolate Berry Cake features deeply chocolatey, moist layers paired with a fresh strawberry-raspberry buttercream for a perfect balance of richness and bright fruit flavor. The cake is fluffy, indulgent, and finished with … Read more
Today I’m sharing a timeless family favorite: Old-Fashioned Tuna Noodle Casserole. Classic comfort food that’s easy to make and always satisfying. OLD-FASHIONED TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE (RAVE REVIEWS) Egg noodles in a creamy mushroom-soup sauce tossed with tuna, sautéed onions, peas and cheddar, topped with crushed potato chips and baked until bubbly — just like Grandma … Read more
The Philippines offers a rich array of rice-based desserts known collectively in Tagalog as kakanin. One simple and delicious example is roasted sticky rice, known as tupig. It’s made from a few straightforward ingredients mixed together, wrapped in banana leaves, and charred over heat. The banana leaf imparts a pleasant smoky aroma that elevates the … Read more
This side dish is a quick, delicious way to prepare yellow squash—generously buttered and inspired by a New Orleans classic from Tujague’s. It’s simple and incredibly flavorful. First, onions and red bell pepper are gently sautéed in butter. Then round slices of summer squash are added and simmered in the butter and a splash of … Read more