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Banana-Bran Muffins
Cooking — By the end of the week, any bananas left in the fruit bowl are past their prime--just right for these moist bran muffins. Add a handful of dark chocolate chips to entice children to enjoy a fiber-rich treat. Ingredient Notes: You can use ...More…
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White Chili
Cooking — This fragrant "white" chili is an unusual, delicious alternative to traditional tomato-based chilis. Serve with lime wedges and a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkling of cheese. Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add .. ...More…
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Bouillabaisse with Spicy Rouille
Cooking — This famous Provençal stew was traditionally a catchall for fishermen's catch of the day. Our version uses ocean-friendly calamari, tilapia and scallops. Tip: Bottled clam juice can be very high in sodium. We like Bar Harbor brand, which has 120 ...More…
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Chicken & White Bean Soup
Cooking — Once again, rotisserie chickens can really relieve the dinner-rush pressure-especially in this Italian-inspired soup that cries out for a piece of crusty bread and a glass of red wine. Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add leeks and ...More…
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Chicken Fricassee with Tarragon
Cooking — Fricassee is a classic French stew of chicken and vegetables, cooked in white wine and finished with a touch of cream. The light tarragon-infused sauce begs to be sopped up with crusty bread. Substitution Note: You can use 1 1/2 teaspoons dried ...More…
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Rich Chicken Stew
Cooking — A blanquette is a classic French stew of veal, chicken or lamb with mushrooms in a velvety sauce. This concept has been adapted to the slow cooker to make a lightened-up version using chicken thighs. Just a little whipping cream (which is less ...More…
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Italian Peasant Soup with Cabbage, Beans & Cheese
Cooking — A well-stocked pantry is a good starting point for making a hearty homemade soup like this one. Just add some fresh vegetables, bread and cheese and you've got dinner (and tomorrow's lunch). Heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium heat in a Dutch oven or ...More…
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Pasta & Bean Soup
Cooking — Using basic canned goods and a few other staples, you can make this comforting soup in just minutes. The trick to achieving a full-bodied homemade flavor from canned chicken broth is to freshen it up with a handful of herbs, some garlic cloves ...More…
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Greek Lemon Rice Soup
Cooking — Smooth silken tofu replaces the eggs in our version of the classic Greek soup. Add an extra drizzle of olive oil on top of each portion to give it an extra-luxurious taste. Bring broth and rice to a boil in a large saucepan. Reduce heat to a ...More…
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French Country Beef Stew
Cooking — In France, this classic stew made with beef, vegetables and red wine would be known as a daube. Slow-cooking the surprisingly lean beef shanks melts and softens the connective tissue, producing succulent results. If you prefer, use nonalcoholic ...More…
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Stewed Okra & Tomatoes
Cooking — Stewing okra with onion and tomatoes is absolutely traditional all through the South. Small amounts of meat are often added for seasoning. Add corn to this, too, if you like, and serve it over rice, hot cornbread or grits. Cook sausage in a large ...More…
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Jimmo's Chicken & Okra
Cooking — Comfort food with a Southern accent, this dish was inspired by our friend, Jimmo, who ate it growing up in South Carolina. Serve over brown rice or Quick Cheese Grits. Jimmo's Chicken & Okra 8 ounces boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of . ...More…