Pomegranates are unmistakable — visually striking and full of distinctive flavor. Used in both sweet and savory dishes, they feature prominently in Israeli, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Indian, and North African cuisines. Their juice is popular for cooking and mixing into beverages, and ready-made bottled pomegranate juice is widely available for drinking, cocktails, and mocktails. These … Read more

Whether chosen or required, a gluten-free diet doesn’t mean you have to forgo dessert. Finding delicious gluten-free sweets can be challenging, but desserts should be for everyone. Below is a curated collection of gluten-free dessert ideas and recipes. Many are naturally gluten-free, while others can be made safe by swapping in a reliable 1-to-1 gluten-free … Read more

Some dedicated grillers cook year-round, shrugging off cold weather and even sleet to keep the barbecue going. Most of us, however, cover our grills and store them for the winter, bringing them back out when temperatures rise. That doesn’t mean your grill is ready to use right away. With Memorial Day upon us, take a … Read more

One of my greatest joys is watching someone who used to be intimidated by entertaining discover that it can actually be enjoyable. Two colleagues of mine, Netta and Kate, recently began to experience that small rush you get when a dinner for friends comes together—the food is good, the mood is right, and everything flows. … Read more

If you enjoy cooking with citrus, you should explore yuzu. This East Asian citrus has a fragrant, bright flavor that elevates drinks, sauces, and savory dishes. While whole fresh yuzu can be seasonal and pricey, yuzu juice and prepared yuzu products are increasingly available in specialty markets. Use yuzu much like a lemon: squeeze a … Read more

Oven-baked eggs are a fast, low-effort way to make a lot of individual eggs at once. Baked in a muffin tin, they develop set whites and tender yolks and are perfect for serving a crowd or for prepping breakfasts and sandwiches ahead of time. All you need are eggs, a muffin tin, and an oven—most … Read more

Swiss chard often sits in the shadow of other leafy greens like kale and spinach, but it deserves more attention. With its hearty texture, vivid stems, and mild, slightly earthy flavor, chard is both nutritious and versatile. It cooks as easily as other greens and its colorful stalks—ranging from white to bright reds, oranges, and … Read more

Sweet potatoes are a widely loved root vegetable, prized for their naturally sweet, creamy flesh. Baked whole, they make a comforting side, and when incorporated into recipes they add a subtly sweet, earthy note to both savory and sweet dishes. From crispy baked sweet potato fries served with chipotle mayo to classic sweet potato casseroles … Read more

It’s hard to begin many dinner recipes without the instruction “chop the onion.” Onions—red, white, yellow, Vidalia, or Spanish—are the backbone of countless dishes worldwide. Chopping an onion is straightforward and becomes quicker with practice. Learning to cut evenly takes no more time than rough chopping, and tidy pieces make a difference when presentation matters. … Read more

Dried mushrooms are simply mushrooms that have been dehydrated. Drying concentrates their flavor and gives them a firmer, meatier texture once rehydrated. Unlike fresh mushrooms, dried mushrooms don’t need refrigeration, have a long shelf life, and add a deep, savory note to recipes—making them a useful pantry staple. Use them in dishes such as Parmesan … Read more