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There can never be too many mashed potato recipes. Mashed potatoes are one of those dishes that you might find on a casual diner menu with meatloaf or as a...
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Seriously Simple: Cornmeal teams up with cranberries
Muffins may resemble cupcakes since they're usually the same shape and size, but they are entirely different. A muffin is usually based on a recipe for quick bread baked in...
Mushrooms add earthiness to turkey potpie
This comforting, old-fashioned, yet sophisticated version of pot pie includes a hefty sprinkling of mixed herbs and big chunks of turkey. A golden cobbler-style dough enriched with Parmesan crowns the...
Seriously Simple: Chard does a sweeter job
Swiss chard may not be as appreciated as spinach, which is a shame. My first introduction to cooking with the winter green was substituting it for spinach in a soup;...
Seasoning mix is the key to grilled tequila shrimp
Some grilled recipes never go out of style. This is one. Old Bay seasoning mix is the secret ingredient here and works magic on many foods, but is particularly delicious...
Popover pancakes zippy with citrus flavor
Dutch baby pancakes, sometimes called German pancakes, are baked rather than cooked on a griddle. They are best made just before serving because they will deflate quickly. The pan is...
Balancing spice, nuts in a sauce for fish
Joyce Goldstein, author and chef, was my first cooking teacher in San Francisco many years ago. She has an amazing knowledge of Mediterranean food, and in her latest book, "Tapas"...
Nutrition in the form of velvety bean soup
I love this soup because it is easy to make and delivers great flavor without extra calories. It has a velvety texture because the beans naturally take on a creamy...
Citrus highlights flavor of asparagus
It's springtime, and that means asparagus is in season, plentiful and reasonably priced. When buying asparagus, look for bunches that are vibrant green. Check to make sure that all the...