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Braised veal shanks with white beansElements of two classic comfort foods combine in satisfying braised veal shanks with white beans.
Citrus shrimp linguineBig, juicy shrimp made bright with a citrus sauce over a bowl of comforting pasta is just the thing to stay warm in the winter while hoping for the first signs of spring.
Meatless Monday: Brie and walnut topped portobello mushroomsQuick to make and packed with good nutrients, these portobello mushrooms make a delicious appetizer or the centerpiece for a meatless dish when served alongside a salad and quinoa.
A feast of 18 foodie films Food plays an important role in bringing family and loved ones together, be it for the holidays or just a regularly scheduled meal. So why not enjoy family togetherness with entertainment starring your favorite Pixar rat or eccentric cook? The reviews on the following list have largely been pulled from Monitor archives.
2013 Oscar-inspired dishes The Academy Awards are right around the corner! What better way to cheer on the Best Picture nominees than by cooking a dish inspired by your favorite film?聽
Cherry cupcakes with cherry frostingSpring is almost here, and in some parts of the world it's cherry blossom season. These cupcakes can be made with fresh or frozen cherries. With a creamy, dense frosting they're divine.
Good fortune egg rollsThere's still time to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Stuff egg rolls with a chicken and veggie filling, and deep fry them for crispy treat to dip in a sweet and sour sauce.聽
Brown butter snickerdoodlesSnickerdoodles are so much more than sugar cookies! This is a recipe you'll return to time and again. It's simple and straight-forward, with world-rocking, mind-blowing results.
Giardiniera aioli and Cumin coriander pork chopsA cumin and coriander spice rub adds big flavor without heat to pan-seared pork chops; this lively, vinegary, fiery (or not) giardiniera aioli is great with pork, fish, chicken, or tofu.
Green power smoothieAvocado is the secret ingredient in this smoothie that packs in your daily greens and fruit into one glass for a meal on the go.
How to eat more saladDon't limit salads to a side dish.聽Eat them as main dishes, make your own dressing, and get creative by adding a wide variety of proteins and grains.
Indonesian-style pineapple tarts for Chinese New YearIn Chineses households it's believed that eating these sweet cookies will bring good fortune as well as sweetness in the upcoming year. Celebrate the Year of Snake with a batch of homemade pineapple tarts.
Red velvet sandwich cookiesDid you know Valentine's Day is also the start of red velvet season? Make a cute and trendy dessert for your sweetheart with these sandwich cookies with heart-shaped cutouts.聽
Frosted brownies for a blizzard or Valentine's DayGive your sweet something sweet with these dense chocolate brownies, topped with sugary chocolate-y frosting. Be sure to offer a glass of milk to wash them down!
World鈥檚 simplest homemade fudgey brownies and raspberry coulisWant to impress your Valentine without spending the day in the kitchen? Try these gooey, fudgey brownies that are easier than a piece of cake to make. Top them with a simple raspberry sauce for a touch of rosey red.
Mussels with fennel and star aniseMussels steamed in a buttery broth of shallots, garlic, tomatoes, and star anise are an easy, delicious, sustainable dinner. Use this recipe to wow your sweetheart on Valentine's Day with a home cooked meal.
Mardi Gras recipe: crawfish cornbreadMake an authentic batch of crawfish cornbread to celebrate Mardi Gras. Use frozen crawfish tail meat,聽Creole聽seasoning, jalapenos, and cheddar cheese for that聽Louisiana聽flavor.
King Cake for Mardi GrasKing Cake is a brioche dough with a ribbon of brown sugar cinnamon (or praline sugar) running through it, baked in an oval shape, glazed with royal icing, and sprinkled with Mardi Gras colors.- Valentine's Day: Do chocolate high heels say, 'I love you'?A Dallas chocoatier makes 海角大神 Louboutin knockoff shoes out of chocolate. In Baton Rouges, try the peanut butter cayenne truffles
Buttermilk pancakes for Pancake DayPancake Day, also known as Shrove Tuesday, is Feb. 12. Top these classic buttermilk pancakes with fruit and syrup of your choice for a sweet start to the day.
