Fried Green Tomatoes with Comeback Sauce Green tomatoes are a once-a-year seasonal delight, prized for their firm texture and bright, tangy flavor. Soaking them in a brine deepens their crispness, and frying transforms them into golden, crunchy bites with a fresh, savory edge—perfect for dipping into the iconic comeback sauce. Ingredients Comeback Sauce Mayonnaise Ketchup Lemon juice Mustard Hot sauce Worcestershire sauce Paprika 1 teaspoon...

Chinese Greens 101: Stir-Fried Beef With Kale and Frisée in Black Bean Sauce Growing up, a dinner table without Chinese greens was unthinkable—like skipping rice. Quick, simple, and delicious, they’re the perfect way to add veggies to any meal. In this series, we’re exploring common Chinese greens, their cooking methods, and how to incorporate Western greens into the mix. Why This Dish Works Okay, maybe...

Strawberry Shortcake Bar Ice Cream Cake This loaf pan ice cream cake pays homage to the iconic ice cream truck favorite—strawberry shortcake bars—reimagined as a layered, make-at-home treat. It features a refreshing strawberry sorbet core sandwiched between creamy vanilla ice cream, all wrapped in a cloud of whipped cream and finished with a crunchy, fruity coating of crumbled pound cake and freeze-dried strawberries. The result...

Esquites-Inspired Summer Pasta Salad Yield: 6 to 8 servingsTotal Time: 35 minutesActive Time: 25 minutesLevel: Easy Pan-roasted corn takes center stage in this zesty pasta salad, perfect for picnics, cookouts, or anytime you need a side that doubles as a vegetarian main. Inspired by esquites—Mexico’s beloved street-food staple of roasted corn tossed with mayonnaise, Cotija cheese, and lime juice—this recipe adds sour cream for a...

Cumin Grilled Sea Scallops with Chickpea Salad and Red Pepper-Tahini Vinaigrette Ingredients Chickpea Salad Red Pepper-Tahini Vinaigrette Directions Grilled Scallops Heat your grill to high. Brush the scallops on both sides with oil. Mix cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, then season each scallop with the mixture. Grill until crusty, golden brown, and just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Chickpea...

Giant Ice Cream Sandwich Recipe Overview Difficulty: Easy Serves: 24 Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (1 hour prep, 10 minutes baking) How to Make It Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Coat two 12×17-inch rimmed baking sheets with cooking spray, then line them with parchment paper—leave an overhang on the short sides for easy removal later. Prepare your cake mix according to package instructions,...

Blueberry Frozen Yogurt Level: EasyYield: 3 cupsTotal Time: 10 hours 35 minutes (includes freezing time)Active Time: 20 minutes When frozen as directed, this yogurt develops a light granita texture that’s easy to scrape with a fork. For a smoother consistency, process the mixture in an ice cream maker following the manufacturer’s instructions. Directions 1. Prepare the Blueberry Syrup Combine 1/4 cup of the blueberries, 2...

5 Tips for Preserving Your Family Recipes for Generations Almost every family has unique recipes—dishes that serve as powerful reminders of loved ones, cherished memories, and shared traditions. Passing these down doesn’t have to be complicated, even if you’re not sure where to start. With a few simple strategies, you can protect these culinary legacies and ensure they live on for generations. Be Gentle With...

How to Make Vegan Cantonese-Style Lettuce Cups With Tofu, Pine Nut, and Jicama San choi bao, the classic Cantonese dish of stir-fried ground meat served in crisp lettuce cups, is a celebration of texture—crunchy vegetables, tender protein, and the fresh bite of lettuce coming together in every hand-held bite. The original recipe relies on balance: the meat acts as a supplement to vibrant veggies and...

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...