Typically, for me this means that light and easy fare is what’s coming out of my kitchen! his week we’ve got an easy coconut shrimp curry, garlic chicken, a kale and sausage soup, and more! New to Meal Planning? Start here! Need More Meal Planning Ideas? We Have You Covered!

I’m keeping the peace by breaking away from all things turkey and green bean. This year, I’m making glazed ham, Brussels sprouts, and mashed potatoes for Christmas dinner! For the rest of the week, I’m looking forward to simple, easy dinners. Less time cooking means more time spreading my cheer! I hope you enjoy this week’s meal plan. New to Meal Planning? Start here! Need More Meal Planning Ideas? We Have You Covered!...

My Singaporean friend was surprised when he noticed the item on a Chinese restaurant menu here in the United States, and couldn’t imagine where it was from. Where Do Singapore Noodles Come From? So let’s dismiss any notion that Singapore noodles are an authentic Asian dish. Many take credit for the invention, but most think this noodle stir-fry was actually created at Chinese-American restaurants by Chinese immigrants, bringing in elements such as rice noodles from their country of origin....

They have a proprietary system of smashing their burgers and cooking them quickly. It creates a thin patty, with a caramelized, crispy crust. Top it with cheese and all the fixings and you’re in for a real treat. Living in Denver, I’ve been working on my homemade Smashburger for years now and I’ve even made a version on my own blog a few years ago. This recipe, though, is officially my favorite way to make a homemade burger, especially if you don’t have access to a grill....

Where I live in the Northeast, the sun says it’s spring but the temperature outside says it’s anything but. We could still have a major snowstorm as late as April! This noodle bowl is perfect for this in-between time. Poached eggs add a satisfying richness to the meal. They are also symbol of renewal, and right about now, I’m ready for one. In case you haven’t discovered it yet, eggs can be poached in advance, drained, and then reheated just before serving....

Here’s the thing with sweet potatoes, they pair beautifully with oranges and holiday spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg. My father first came upon this idea in an old issue of Bon Appetit. The recipe includes grated orange peel, lemon juice, and the spices you would normally find in hot mulled cider. We’ve reduced the sugar from the original recipe, and added some salt and pepper. The spices give the yams a wonderfully festive holiday accent!...

Take this tomato sauce with bacon and wine, for example. This is one of those dishes that you might only think to order in a restaurant, but it’s actually very doable in a home kitchen! Let’s dig in and make some mussels. How to Shop for Mussels Fresh mussels are readily available these days, but it’s important to check for freshness. Fresh mussels should be alive; their shells should be closed, or if they are slightly open, they should close if you tap them lightly....

Perhaps I love the fleeting nature of the produce, available for a few short months (or less, depending on the season or where you live). Or maybe it’s the vibrant red color of the stalks, which I just adore. Either way, I can’t wait to get my hands on it, and when it finally shows up, I buy it by the bagful. Strawberry-Rhubarb: A Classic Combo Strawberry and rhubarb are such a classic combination....

That’s because if you finish your food first, you’ll be assured of seconds. In our family we kids perfected the art of eating quickly with strawberry shortcake. If there was one food we dreamt of, fought over, couldn’t get enough of, it was strawberry shortcake. Made with biscuits. And real whipped cream. Sigh. There is no more of a perfect dessert than this. Which is why, when my mother asked me to make something for her book club meeting, and with big, juicy, sweet strawberries showing up in the markets all over town (even at a street vendor on the corner of my block), that I couldn’t wait to make these mini shortcakes....

But don’t limit yourself to only enjoying this sweet potato quiche for only the occasional brunch. Make it up for your family on the weekend for a healthy breakfast and you’ll have some leftovers to munch on for lunch or to reheat the next day for an easy breakfast option. In fact, we like to make this on a Sunday so we have an entire week’s worth of breakfast at our fingertips....

A citrus juicer is an ideal tool, of course, but there are so many options, from small handheld models to professional-level, big investment electric juicers. If you only squeeze a lemon or lime every now and then, a small wooden reamer that you can easily store away might work best for you. But if fresh lime juice for Friday night margaritas will make every weekend that much better, a beautiful electric juicer should have dedicated space on your bar cart....

While this mega-deals shopping event is prime for buying everything from electronics to furniture to clothes, we’re on the lookout for the incredible kitchen deals that pop up year after year, and we’re ready to score big on cookware, small appliances, serving pieces, and more. Bottom line, you’ll snag massive bargains just in time for gift-giving. Below you’ll find our top picks for Cyber Monday and beyond. Our Favorite Deals:...

The most important thing to look for when buying one is that it’s easy to use. To figure out the top models, I tested a few popular models in my home kitchen. I put it through a few rounds of tests, assessing its ease of use, its effectiveness, and how easy it was to clean and store after. It’s also important to know that if you are using a fat separator for the first time, it may take a few tries to get the hang of it....

Despite its name, a quesadilla maker doesn’t have to be a unitasker. There are many models that can be useful for other dishes, and we’ve included one option that is so versatile you could use it for all your meals for days without once turning on the stove. That said, deciding on what type of quesadilla maker to buy, its versatility is only one aspect. You should also consider the size of the final quesadilla and how you will store the maker when not in use....

Size is a major consideration. The footprint of your kitchen dictates the size of refrigerator you can install. You can do custom built-ins, but they are often cost-prohibitive for budget shoppers. Configuration is another top concern. Do you like your freezer on the top or the bottom? Do you want a single door or French doors? Or is your preference a side-by-side model? Once you have basic shape and size figured out, then comes the fun stuff like features and details....

But knowing which wine refrigerator to buy can feel like a fraught task. There are large and small options, expensive and affordable models, and even features that may seem unnecessary (and depending on whether you’re a casual drinker or a serious collector, some of them might not be for you). No matter what kind of wine you love and what your personal persuasion is regarding collecting wine, there’s a fridge out there for you....

Here it is November, and the leaves are all turning, but we’re in Northern California and we still have yet to get a frost, so the tomatillos are still growing, albeit more slowly. We grew up with my mother making huevos a la Mexicana, or scrambled eggs cooked in a tomato and jalapeño salsa. This recipe is a salsa verde version of my mom’s huevos. Add some chorizo and you’ll have a Mexican version of Green Eggs and Ham!...

1. Age Your Dough in the Fridge to Develop Flavor I know, I know, it’s hard to imagine tacking on even more time when you need a homemade chocolate chip cookie ASAP, but letting the dough sit overnight will help. “The extra time helps age the dough which means more flavor,” says Lomas. “The extra time also allows your flour to hydrate for more even browning.” You can go straight from the fridge (or the freezer) to the oven, just be sure to adjust your baking time by a minute or two....

This luscious vanilla custard is full of vanilla flavor and can be used for all sorts of desserts. Serve it in your prettiest ramekins, or use a generous spoonful in place of vanilla ice cream with your slice of pie, piece of cake, or bowl of fruit. Layer it with cake for a trifle or fruit for a parfait. Once you learn how to make homemade vanilla custard, you’ll be adding it to all your favorite desserts....

While the word queso is directly translated from Spanish to English as “cheese,” here it refers to a cheese dip, served hot and melty. Queso is ubiquitous in Texas—at restaurants all over the state, it’s served as an appetizer with chips. It can be served straight up or topped with pretty much anything you’d put on nachos—think salsa, hot sauce, jalapeños, cilantro, guacamole, or sliced avocado, pinto or black beans, seasoned taco beef or plant-based meat crumbles....