Food
AMERICANS LOVE THEIR margaritas
I've said it before, but it's worth saying again: The No. 1 requested cocktail in the United States remains the humble margarita. Vodka may be the No. 1 spirit consumed by volume, but it's not the most requested cocktail, according to Beverage Analyst,...
Homemade ice cream has history in my family
It's the perfect time of the year for ice cream. In 1890, my great-grandmother, Sarah Mackey rode by train from Mackey's with her parents to Columbia, South Carolina to be in the wedding of one of her favorite cousins Caroline Hampton. Caroline was to...
Semper fine dining
HYDE PARK, N.Y. — The Marines were at their stations by 0900 hours, knives in hand, ready for a tough new mission. Before the morning was out, they would slice, braise and deglaze like never before. Their commands came from Phillip Crispo, a chef...
Vegetarian Today: Finding comfort in potatoes
I’ve been traveling and have just returned from the airport starving. I open the re-frigerator and feel saddened by the empty shelves. Since my kids left for school, I don’t stock my pantry, especially because I am dieting. If I have anything appealing...
A new spin on an old favorite
This simple, rich soup is adapted from a dish popular in Cameroon. For extra flavor, try it with a savory peanut butter, such as Peanut Better’s hickory smoked or onion parsley peanut butters. West African Peanut Soup Start to finish: 30 minutes Servings:...
How sweet it is
Send Cupid’s arrow this Valentine’s Day! Gather in the kitchen for some quality time and make treats the whole family can share. Homemade chocolate treats from your kitchen are sure to warm anyone’s heart. These special, heartfelt desserts are fun...
Power of Protein
Beef helps fuel an active lifestyle by providing a powerhouse of protein. This is good news considering research by Donald Layman, Ph.D., professor of nutrition at the University of Illinois, that suggests many Americans may need more protein in their...
Lenten cakes: traditional sweet treats
These chewy, nutty cakes are a traditional Maltese sweet served during Lent. Kwarezimal refers to quadragesima, a Latin term that means the “fortieth,” or Lent. Kwarezimal (Lenten Almond Cakes) Start to finish: 45 minutes (20 minutes active) Makes...
Effortless tips for making crunchy croutons
Croutons and rusks are used to garnish a variety of different soups and salads. Often they make the difference between a good meal and a great soup meal. My grandmother and mother always made croutons and rusks. I have enjoyed eating them all of...
Comfort Classics
No matter what the latest taste trend or hot new celebrity-endorsed recipe, you can always count on a few classic home-style standards to make a comeback around this time every year. Typically known as “comfort foods” for their ability to soothe...
Simple, yet sophisticated, soup to warm those winter days
From the beautiful mountains of North Carolina to the coast, at this time of year, one naturally thinks of soup. I personally don’t know anyone who doesn’t hold a special affection for soup. Soups as a genre are very rudimentary — simple, digestible,...
Helpful food remedies to soothe a cold
Feeling achy and feverish? Have a bowl of Mom’s tom yum soup. Or maybe some warm milk with melted lamb fat. Chicken soup may be the all-American cold and flu panacea, but around the world people turn to all manner of culinary curatives for the chills...
Nutrition for life
Have you ever tried eating smart? It’s not just about making savvy nutrition choices like opting for whole grain over white, steamed over fried, or baked over sautéed. It’s about boosting your eating knowledge to reap rewards that go beyond losing...
Good food, good friends: what makes us 'goodliest'
A friend of my mother’s, Annie Cutler, teaches Advanced English and journalism at Northside High School and has been “teacher of the year.” She is very active in her church. I have found Annie to be a lovely introverted lady and I have never seen...
Cooking from the garden: a quick guide to herbs
Follow these rules to get the most out of herbs Basil (best fresh) “You taste fresh basil in your nose more than you do on your palate,” says Ellen Ecker Ogden, author of “From the Cook’s Garden.” That’s why it’s best added at the end of a recipe,...
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