Month: December 2025

Phat Bai Horapha (Thai-Style Beef With Basil and Chiles) Sliced beef and Thai purple basil come together in a quick, flavor-packed stir-fry that captures the essence of Thai street food—without the hunt for hard-to-find holy basil. While traditional phat ka-phrao relies on holy basil (ka-phrao), its sweet, anise-scented cousin, Thai purple basil (bai horapha), is easier to source and just as delicious. This dish balances ...

Grilled Halibut with BBQ Butter Recipe Overview Level: Easy Yield: 6 servings Total Time: 51 minutes (includes 30 minutes inactive) Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 6 minutes Ingredients For the BBQ Seasoning: Paprika Sugar Onion powder For the BBQ Butter: Softened butter Fresh oregano, chopped Scallions, chopped Orange zest 1/4 teaspoon salt Cayenne pepper (to taste) BBQ seasoning (from above, to taste) For the ...

Strawberry Cobbler There’s nothing quite like a warm cobbler with a flaky biscuit top and juicy fruit filling—especially when strawberries are in season. Cobblers are simpler to make than pies, with no need for a perfectly rolled crust, and they let you savor that buttery biscuit first, followed by sweet, oozing filling. This strawberry version is a summertime staple, and it’s not complete without a ...

Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars We turned your favorite strawberry shortcake ice cream bar into a decadent, over-the-top dessert. They’re made with a buttery shortbread crust, super creamy no-churn strawberry ice cream and a sweet-tart layer of strawberry jam. Key Details Level: Easy Total Time: 6 hr 35 min (includes freezing time) Active Time: 35 min Yield: 16 servings Directions Line a 9-by-9-inch metal baking ...

Peanut Butter Shell Why should chocolate lovers get to enjoy all the crunchy, shell-topped ice cream fun? Peanut butter fans can now indulge in their own version—this easy recipe creates a crispy, nutty coating that hardens over ice cream, just like the classic chocolate shell. Swap in coconut oil for a hint of tropical flavor, though note it will take a few extra minutes to ...

Chocolate-Banana Ice Cream Pie Overview Level: Easy Yield: 6-8 servings Total Time: 5 hr 10 min Prep Time: 5 hr 10 min Directions Pulse cookies, coconut, and butter in a food processor until finely ground. Press the mixture into the bottom and halfway up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan. Slice bananas and arrange them in a single layer over the crust. Freeze until ...

Fried Cabbage with Collards This recipe began with a simple problem: I didn’t have enough cabbage. To stretch the dish, I added collard greens—and the result was a hit. The combination of tender cabbage and hearty collards, tossed with smoky bacon, sweet peppers, garlic, and warm spices, turned two classic Southern greens into one beloved dish. Everyone loves the balance of flavors, and I always ...

Creamsicle Mochi Ice Cream The classic Creamsicle blend of citrus and vanilla gets a playful, chewy twist in this mochi ice cream recipe. Orange sherbet and vanilla frozen yogurt are wrapped in a vibrant mochi dough, where fresh orange juice replaces water for a burst of flavor and a touch of vinegar adds elasticity. A dash of orange food coloring can enhance the dough’s hue, ...

Grilled Stuffed Jalapeno Chiles Overview Level: Easy Total Time: 25 minutes Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Yield: 4 appetizer servings Ingredients 4 large jalapeno chiles 4 tablespoons shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar or Monterey Jack) 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper, to taste 4 slices bacon Directions Preheat your grill (gas, charcoal, or stovetop grill pan) to high heat. Grill the jalapenos ...

Crawfish Boil Level: Intermediate | Total Time: 1 hour | Active Time: 30 minutes | Yield: 6 to 8 servings Crawfish boils are a messy, fun, hands-on social experience—far less intimidating than they might seem. Adjust the heat to your taste—these shellfish grow more flavorful the longer they sit. Bring the spicy, bold flavors of this Louisiana favorite to your next backyard gathering, and don’t ...