A stemless wine glass is just like it sounds—a wine glass without the long stem and bottom plate piece. These vessels are sometimes still made from glass, but you can also find them made from plastic or even an insulated material. They can be used for most types of wine. But the best part about stemless wine glasses? They can be used almost anywhere, any time. I chatted with a Master Sommelier about what to consider when looking for stemless wine glasses and when they are best used....

One that comes often into most people’s minds is the French whisk, which is great for whipping up thicker batters and sauces or making meringues by hand. More common in home kitchens are the balloon (or piano) whisks, which work better for mixing broths, soups, and lighter sauces. Then, there are flat whisks, dough whisks (Danish or otherwise), ball whisks, spiral whisks, and so on. But which to choose? I did the research to come up with a list of the best whisks out there, and then I put them to the test in my kitchen, to help you make your way through the tangle of options....

While there are many plant-based burger recipes out there that aim to replicate a meat burger, for the purposes of this post I’m talking about a straight-up vegan burger that isn’t trying to fool anyone, one that is satisfying and crave-able in its own right; a freeform burger easily thrown together with pantry ingredients, with flavors, textures, and even colors that crowds go gaga for; one that’s perfect for an outdoor burger bash or a weeknight meal....

Whoever cooks the turkey gets to keep the leftovers, right? Whoever has the extra turkey meat gets to decide what to do with it (at least that’s how it works around here). High expectations, people. That’s where the responsibility part of the power comes in. Whatever you do with the leftovers, it better be good. This turkey black bean quinoa bake? It’s good, great actually. A “winnah”, according to my family....

To me, leftover poultry always means risotto, no matter if it’s chicken or turkey. Why? Because I always make stock from the carcasses and I use this stock to flavor the rice. There’s also often a bit of leftover meat hanging around—especially with a leftover turkey—so that goes into the rice as well. Add a few mushrooms and some herbs and booyah! You have the makings of some high-end comfort food....

The original recipe from which we adapted this one came from cookbook author Marian Burros. She described it as a traditional “veal” stew, but made with inexpensive turkey meat. Wonderful flavors from the turkey, peppers, and Hungarian paprika, and smooth tang from the yogurt tomato sauce. Add the paprika, and the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more, until the garlic is fragrant. Remove the peppers, onions, and garlic from the pan and set aside....

This easy-to-make cucumber salad, also called tzatziki, is a refreshing accompaniment to spicy dishes such as chili beans, enchiladas, and Indian food. Cucumber Yogurt Salad Additions Juice from 1 lemonMinced garlicThinly sliced red onionDash of white rice vinegar and squeeze of limeCrushed nuts More Cooling Cucumber Salad Recipes Easy Cucumber Salad Cucumber Salad With Feta and Mint Sesame Cucumber Salad Cucumber Salad With Tahini Dressing Cucumber Mint Quinoa Salad...

They are a secret weapon in my cooking arsenal for everything from pastas to vegetables to crostini. (My most recent obsession is anchovy-topped buttered and toasted baguette.) All delicious, and none of it stinky. San Francisco restaurant chef Sharon Ardiana agrees. The owner of three neighborhood gems including Gialina, Sharon embraces the anchovy: She also notes the irony of diners asking to “hold the anchovies” on a Caesar salad, not realizing the flavorful fish is a key component to the delicious dressing!...

There aren’t enough dishes in anyone’s repertoire to use up all the zucchini from the garden and at farm stands this time of year. Add this hearty frittata to your list. With its bright green flecks of grated zucchini, this dish can go from brunch table to picnic table to dinner table with ease. Zucchini can be watery, and the best way to remove the excess liquid is to salt the zucchini and squeeze out the liquid before adding it to a filling....

Either way, you might not have a ton of time to prepare something to bring with you—but that’s where these recipes help. Most of them are pretty quick—or at least easy and hands off, like the Banana Sheet Cake. Some of them you can make ahead if you have at least a little bit of forewarning, such as the Pasta and Bean Picnic Salad, the Gazpacho, and the Swiss Chard Tzatziki....

Preparing meals for larger gatherings is all about planning, pacing and staging—careful implementation of time and resources. For example, you can marinate skirt steak skewers ahead of time so they’re ready to put on the grill as guests start to arrive. You can also make a big batch of deviled eggs and refrigerate them for several hours before serving. Other recipes, such as the baked wontons or the cheesy zucchini bites in our round-up below, can be made entirely ahead and frozen—even better!...

Over the many Super Bowl parties I’ve thrown, I’ve learned a few things about planning the food: Tip 1: Keep on eye on the clock. It’s safest for everyone if food doesn’t sit out all day while you party. Most need to be refrigerated after two hours. It’s about four hours from kickoff to the final whistle. So, instead of bringing everything out in the beginning, I recommend staggering the snacks....

Bold spices are going to excite your palate on Monday and Thursday with spice blends from North Africa and Mexican-influenced chipotle in adobo sauce. There’s plenty of low carb and gluten-free choices this week, with a juicy chicken entrée and a tender pork loin cooked in the slow cooker. Plus, I’m kicking back in my PJs on New Year’s Eve with a large sheet pan full of loaded nachos to share with my family instead of battling party crowds....

This week’s meal plan uses basics like canned tuna and pasta and adds a zing to each one. Olives brighten up the tuna in Tuna Pasta with Tomato and Olives. Ground paprika is added to chicken for Smoked Paprika Chicken and to vegetables in Quinoa Bowls with Sweet Potatoes, Black Beans, and Spinach for an exciting change of pace. Aromatics like onions and ginger add flavor to Steak Teriyaki and Tomato Tortellini Soup with Italian Sausage....

Sesame oil is extracted from sesame seeds. The seeds can either be toasted, yielding a brown oil that’s nutty in flavor with a strong roast-y aroma, or raw, which results in a lighter color oil that is more neutral in flavor. Raw, untoasted sesame oil is most often used for cooking due to its higher smoke point. Untoasted (Regular) vs Toasted (Dark) Sesame Oil Regular sesame oil vs dark sesame oil is the biggest point of confusion when it comes to this ingredient....

While cutting the plantains, I noticed out of my periphery he was standing at the threshold of my tiny kitchen just staring at me. Thinking he was plotting to attack me; I grasped the knife I was using a little tighter and asked if everything was okay. “You look just like my grandmother doing that,” he said. Years later he told me that was the moment he knew he was going to marry me....

This is an odd looking dish with the orangey pink shrimp and the light yellow-y green tomatillos, speckled here and there with white Cotija cheese and green cilantro. And you might be thinking, what kind of combination is that? But hear me out. This odd assortment of ingredients is just a Southwestern riff off a shrimp saganaki, which is typically made with feta and tomato sauce. One of the best received recipes on this site is for baked shrimp in tomato feta sauce....

Because it really is the best banana bread recipe, period. You can mix everything in one bowl, you can vary the amount of sugar or bananas. And the secret to its great flavor? Melted butter. The beauty of this banana bread recipe is you don’t need a fancy mixer! A mixing bowl, a fork to whisk the eggs, and a sturdy spoon to mix the batter are all you need....

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