Lavender is a purple flower that smells just as beautiful as it looks, creating a heavenly aroma when found growing in the wild. In addition to its incredible look and scent, lavender is also becoming a very popular addition to many recipes. The floral taste adds something special to desserts, drinks, and even dinners, as […]

Although rice is a very simple side dish, there are a seemingly endless number of ways to mess it up. If you’ve ever overcooked rice until it gets gummy, you’ll appreciate these simple steps toward perfectly prepared rice for dinner tonight. Rinse through a strainer. This is a step that many home chefs miss, but […]

Give your tried-and-true apple pie recipe a rest and experiment with some new apple recipes this fall season. These three creative culinary ideas offer just as much sweet apple flavor as a traditional pie, but they come in a variety of different forms to last you all season long. Caramel Apple Cupcakes [southernliving.com] Caramel apples […]

Salmon has been hailed a superfood because of its heart-healthy properties, but it’s also a delicate fish that can be difficult to cook at home. Luckily, these simple and flavorful recipes offer a few suggestions for preparing salmon—even if your cooking skills are a bit limited! Poached Salmon with Watercress and Peaches [marthastewart.com] This recipe […]