The best way to season cast iron for the first time is to heat the oven to 450F, apply a thin layer of flaxseed or vegetable oil (my grandparents used lard) to the inside and outside of the pan, invert the pan on a baking tray, and place in the oven for one hour; turn the oven off and allow the pan to cool in the oven. The goal is to have the oil bond to the cast iron when heated to create a slick nonstick surface. Using too much oil can make the surface of the cast iron gumm

Serves 4 - 6 The first time I made this was over 25 years ago for a family I was teaching. I remember the mom saying, "Are you sure you...

My favorite ricer to use is the OXO 3 in 1 potato ricer. 3-in-1 Adjustable Potato Ricer (oxo.com) INGREDIENTS: For the mashed potatoes: I...

In 2000 when I was a freelance recipe developer for a PR firm, I suggested a book on oats and they scoffed. I’ve been writing recipes...

Cauliflower Gratin Serves 4 1 head cauliflower, cut into small florets 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided 2 large leeks, cleaned, and...

SPINACH DIP Serves 4-6 6 ounces baby spinach, chopped 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) cream cheese 3 ounces white cheddar, grated 3 ounces...

CHIPOTLE DIP Serves 4-6 1 – 16 ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 tablespoons tahini ½ chipotle pepper 2 tablespoons lime juice 1...

One of my fond memories as a child was being in the kitchen with my grandmother, learning to cook all her favorite recipes. The autumn...

Serves 4 This recipe builds on components. You can eat any of these on their own, or compose this with the arugula as the base, then add...

In the summer fresh peas are so delicious. You can substitute frozen if you don't have the fortitude for shelling. Serves 4 3 cups peas,...

This recipe began as shakshuka, and as I was using fresh tomatoes I didn't feel like chopping by hand - so I popped them into the Vitamix...

This "recipe" is meant as a guide - to gently support you in your cooking journey. Students often think they need exact recipes, but you...

Warm Chicken Salad Serves 4 For the chicken 1 tablespoon avocado oil 4 bone out chicken thighs (I like skin-on) 1 red bell pepper, thinly...