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Try These Savory Apple Recipes This Autumn

September 18, 2014 by

Apple lovers have likely tried just about every sweet apple recipe, but what about savory? Incorporating apples into your lunch or dinner entree is uncharted culinary territory for many chefs, but it usually provides some delicious results. Here are three savory apple recipes to last you throughout the fall season:

Easy Cornbread Sausage Stuffed Apples [southernliving.com]
If the mouthwatering combination of apples, sausage and cornbread hasn’t already piqued your interest, the word “easy” probably will. This recipe takes little time to make, so it will quickly become a fall favorite for family dinners.

Grilled Cheese with Bacon, Apple and Sprouts [marthastewart.com]
It seems that you can put almost anything on grilled cheese these days, including the completely indulgent combination of bacon and apples. The mix of sweet and savory flavors makes this grown-up grilled cheese taste truly gourmet, while the light sprouts balance out the hearty taste of the meat and cheese.

Herbed Pork and Apples [allrecipes.com]
Pork chops and applesauce are a time-honored dinner tradition, but this updated recipe makes the combination feel completely fresh. Lean pork roast is baked with a variety of aromatic spices and cubed apples for a flavorful main course perfect for a holiday meal, celebratory dinner, or any other time your family gathers around the table this fall season.

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Deliciously Simple Ice Cream Cake Recipes

July 24, 2014 by

Those with a sweet spot for cake know that there's only one possible way to make the dessert even better: Combine it with ice cream! You might think ice cream cake is difficult to make at home, but these three tried-and-true recipes prove otherwise.

Frozen Chocolate Cookie Cake [Food Network]
Taste buds of all ages with do back flips for this recipe from Food Network star Sandra Lee. Requiring only 20 minutes of prep time, the recipe entails baking two chocolate layer cakes, then sandwiching the cakes around a molded slab of ice cream. To make the whole thing even more decadent, a rich chocolate ganache is poured over top. The best part of this recipe is its versatility; you can use whatever ice cream and cake flavors you desire!

Neapolitan Ice Cream Cake [Martha Stewart]
You'd expect a recipe from Martha Stewart to be time consuming and complicated, but this ice cream cake recipe is, well, a piece of cake! To create this neapolitan-style dessert, three different flavors of ice cream are layered within a loaf pan. For that signature cookie crunch that everyone loves and expects from an ice cream cake, chocolate cookie crumbs separate each ice cream layer. The most difficult part of Martha's recipe is just waiting for the cake to set up in the freezer.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Cake [AllRecipes]
To make this cake truly decadent, its crust is crafted from crushed chocolate chip cookies. Then, a layer of hot fudge is poured over top of the crust. After the fudge crust cools, the recipe entails spreading a layer of softened ice cream over the crust, then freezing overnight. A healthy dose of whipped cream on top takes the cake to a whole 'nother level!

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Learn to Make Lasagna 3 Different Ways

April 17, 2014 by

Lasagna isn’t the easiest dish to prepare, but like most dinners, having a great recipe can make all the difference. These flavorful, cheesy lasagna recipes will appeal to all tastes and ages, and if you follow the steps, they’ll surely become favorites in your recipe book.

Best Lasagna Ever [Pioneer Woman]
This recipe is great for the home chef who doesn’t want to hunt down sophisticated ingredients at fancy grocers. Most of the ingredients are likely already right in your own refrigerator. Using simple ground beef, your morning breakfast sausage, cottage cheese and sliced mozzarella, you can create a decadent lasagna in under an hour.

Simply Recipes Lasagna [Simply Recipes]
This traditional lasagna recipe offers a bit of sweetness for a surprising boost of flavor. It uses the usual Italian seasonings and tomato sauces to appeal to lasagna lovers, but it also incorporates extra cheeses that just about anyone will appreciate.

The World’s Best Lasagna [Allrecipes]
If you want to make lasagna for a large group, this is the recipe to do it with. This meat and cheese-filled pasta dish takes a bit more time and effort than your usual lasagna, but it’s well worth the wait on special occasions such as dinner parties or holidays.

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4 Creative Waffle Recipes to Make at Home

April 3, 2014 by

Whether you prefer sweet or savory tastes, waffles are a versatile dish that can be prepared a number of different ways. Check out these creative waffle recipes before you break out the waffle iron at your next brunch or breakfast at home.

Cornmeal Bacon Waffles with Cheese Sauce
If you’re the type of person who steers clear of sweet breakfast dishes, these cornmeal waffles will delight your taste buds. Topped with crispy bacon and drizzled with homemade cheese sauce, this savory dish is great for a midday brunch.

Pumpkin Waffles with Apple Cider Syrup
Just about everyone loves pumpkin flavor around fall and winter seasons, and these pancakes have the warm and spicy taste that you love on cold mornings.

Chicken and Waffles
Bring the flavor of the South to your breakfast table no matter where you live on the Mason-Dixon line with this traditional Southern dish. The savory taste of fried chicken contrasts the sweet waffles for a unique flavor that’s deliciously decadent.

Whole Grain Waffles
Made with hearty whole-grain instead of regular white flour, these waffles are a nutritious breakfast treat. Top them with a drizzle of honey, fresh fruit, or simple agave syrup for a healthy alternative to sugary maple syrup.

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Healthy Poultry Recipes to Keep Your Diet on Track

March 20, 2014 by

Poultry is such a versatile meat, you could eat it every day of the week and never have the same dish twice. If you’re looking for new and exciting ways to prepare chicken or turkey, here are some delightful recipes from the NIH:

"Fried" Rice and Chicken
Okay, so fried rice isn’t the healthiest food in the world. But in this recipe, it takes on a much healthier role with the addition of brown rice, light soy sauce, and a few assorted vegetables. By using boneless, skinless chicken breast and a low-calorie Hawaiian sauce, this dish becomes a healthy replacement for your favorite takeout food.

Crunchy Chicken Fingers With Tangy Dipping Sauce
A healthier take on the beloved children’s food, this chicken fingers recipe uses whole-wheat flour and corn cereal to achieve the same delicious crunch as the more fattening original. Make a tangy dipping sauce out of ketchup, orange juice, and a few other zesty ingredients for a light lunch that even the kids will love.

Make-Your-Own Turkey Burger
Turkey burgers are becoming increasingly popular alternatives to high-fat beef burgers, and it’s just as easy to make your own at home. This simple recipe uses 99% lean ground turkey and a few common spices to create a juicy burger with a whole 33 grams of protein.

For more healthy chicken, turkey and other poultry recipes, visit the NIH website here.

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5 Brunch Recipes to Try This Weekend

February 6, 2014 by

If you’re planning a mid-day brunch for friends or family this weekend, these creative recipes might give you a bit of inspiration. Just add some fresh-squeezed orange juice, a pot of hot coffee and maybe a basket of pastries to complete the perfect brunch menu.

Chicken Breakfast Burritos
Full of protein and deliciously savory flavor, these breakfast burritos use chicken instead of the traditional sausage for a truly unique taste. Simply add hash browns, eggs, and melted cheese for a hearty center of any Southwestern-inspired brunch.

Breakfast Casserole
If you need to feed a whole lot of people in one meal, a casserole is an easy and versatile option. For this breakfast casserole, simply add your favorite ingredients and pop it in the oven.

Berry Breakfast Pizzas
Even the youngest brunch guests will simply adore this sweet, fun take on breakfast pizza.

Orange Popovers
Everyone loves a good pastry at brunch, and these simple popovers are a much easier way to make these sometimes-tricky baked goods.

Bacon, Tomato and Cheddar Breakfast Bake
Make a large batch of these breakfast classics all in one glass dish to make serving brunch convenient and relaxing.

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4 Recipes for Delicious Banana Bread

January 22, 2014 by

One of the very best ways to make use of overripe bananas, banana bread is an easy-to-make breakfast, the perfect accompaniment to a morning cup of coffee. (Of course, a slice makes a wonderful afternoon snack, too!) Here are four banana bread recipes sure to have you coming back for seconds.

Banana Banana Bread [Allrecipes]
This recipe incorporates over two cups of mashed bananas to really kick up the banana flavor.

Banana Bread [Simply Recipes]
Many reviewers advise mixing 1/2 cup of chocolate chips or walnuts into this tried-and-true recipe.

Easy-to-Bake Banana Bread Recipes [Martha Stewart]
Transform this recipe into a layer cake with the addition of cream cheese frosting.

Banana Bread Recipe and Video [Joy of Baking]
This recipe is accompanied by an instructional video to ensure perfect results.

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Double Duty: 5 Dinner Recipes That Make Great Next-Day Lunches

March 26, 2013 by

Our lives are often so busy, it's great when anything can serve double duty, and save us some time. Make any of these delicious dinner recipes, and then enjoy the leftovers for lunch the next day! The Kitchn has collected some recipes from its archives for dishes that you can enjoy once for dinner and again for lunch:

Delectable Meatloaf

Goat Cheese & Swiss Chard Pasta

Slow-Cooker Green Curry & Coconut Pork

Cauliflower & Chicken Sausage Casserole

Chickpea Casserole with Herbs & Lemon

Want more ideas? Click here for five more options!

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How To Cook With Pumpkins

January 23, 2013 by

Not many people think of pumpkins as food — they use them for Jack-o-Lanterns at Halloween and table decorations on Thanksgiving. But this versatile squash is actually a wonder in the kitchen, and it also packed with nutrients! Here are some recipe ideas.

–        Pureed pumpkin makes a great substitute for zucchini or carrots in breads and muffins. its hearty sweetness adds a lot to the flavor and a wonderful color. It's best to use a cheese grater to roughly grate the flesh before you mix it into the batter.

–        Pumpkin seeds are actually very high in vital nutrients and make a delicious and healthy snack. Known as “pepitas” when roasted, it’s very easy to make them yourself. Separate the seeds from the pulp, wash them, and dry them well. Then season the seeds with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast them at 400 degrees until they become fragrant and shine.

–        Pumpkin also works really well as a base for Mexican soups and sauces. Roast and puree the meat before seasoning it with garlic, jalapeno, salt, and pepper. It’s wonderful over enchiladas or served with spicy chorizo sausage.

–        If you're a coffee fan, you've likely tried a seasonal pumpkin spice lattes. To make this treat at home, use two teaspoons of pumpkin puree, lightly sweetened, along with vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice. Add this mixture to any hot beverage for a warm, comforting autumn flavor.

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