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It was the last night of vacation, and I wanted to make something special before returning to the relentless excitement of newspaper work.

I picked up a boneless leg of lamb at Costco — at $6.49 a pound, the price is excellent — and decided to make it with grainy mustard, rosemary and thyme, and roasted inside a shell of salt (held together...Read more

Let’s be clear: canned beans are simply not as tasty as the dried beans you cook yourself.

Yes, canned beans are convenient, speedy and nutritious. But cooking dried beans is much easier than you think. First of all, you do not need to soak dried beans overnight. Second, beans cooked from scratch create their own broth to use in soups, stews ...Read more

Protein-rich, savory dishes like pan-sauteed pork chops are classic cold-weather food because they don't just fill your belly with something incredibly satisfying — they also fill your kitchen with wonderful, comforting aromas.

They're especially flavorful when topped with apples and shallots simmered in butter and perfumed with fresh sage.

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Soft tortillas filled with crisp, colorful vegetables and drizzled with a tangy peanut sauce make this an easy, no-cook, pick-up-and-go dinner. Everything comes together in minutes, with no stove time required, making it ideal for busy evening.

The creamy peanut sauce adds bold flavor while the vegetables provide crunch and color, creating a ...Read more

Thousands of products, including Cheerios, Pringles, Heinz Ketchup and Nutella, have been recalled in multiple states over possible contamination from rat and bird waste.

The recall originated from an unsanitary Gold Star Distribution facility, where “rodent excreta, rodent urine and bird droppings” were found, according to the Food and ...Read more

This light and creamy orange creamsicle nice cream uses coconut cream instead of milk or heavy cream to achieve its silky texture. The subtle coconut flavor blends well with the bright acidity from fresh orange juice.

Orange Creamsicle Nice Cream

Serves 4

Active Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 8 hours, 15 minutes

2 cups fresh orange juice (...Read more

Q: How does cranberry juice support health?

A: Cranberry juice isn’t just a tart refresher. It offers real benefits, especially when you choose 100% pure juice with no added sugar.

Most well-known for its role in urinary tract health, cranberry juice contains proanthocyanidins (PACs) — plant compounds that help prevent bacteria like E. ...Read more

Leeks are like onions but have a milder, slightly sweet flavor, making them a versatile ingredient that blends well without overpowering other flavors. They can easily substitute for onions in any recipe. They look like large scallions with a white stalk and green stalk.

For this recipe, select medium-sized leeks, roughly 1 1/2 inches in ...Read more

Chili just might be the perfect cold-weather dish. Hearty, warming, chock-full of texture and flavor. Plus, it’s suitable for nearly every level of cook and eater. Use chunks of meat, such as beef short rib and lamb, for a gourmet version. Use ground meats for speed and ease. Omit the meat for a vegetarian bowl.

For the big football game this...Read more

I love to host dinners, cozy girls’ nights, themed parties, you name it — and I always go all out on the spread, even when I say I’m going to be casual. But the one thing I’m just never in the mood to spend my time or effort on? Dessert. If I’m making other dishes, you’ll rarely catch me making any elaborate desserts. It’s the ...Read more

​​If you are looking for a dip that will instantly become the star of any gathering, this recipe is exactly what you need. This million-dollar dip is rich and indulgent, combining cream cheese and tangy mayonnaise with sharp cheddar, smoky bacon, and homeandleisure/recipes/varietymenu/s-3992948">Read more

Like a lot of shoppers, I look for bargains when it comes to choosing which fruits and vegetables to cook each week.

Even in winter, when selections can be slim if you're not a fan of root veggies and brassicas like cabbage, broccoli and kale, I tend to buy not what looks the yummiest or most interesting, but what's on sale — or at least has ...Read more

LOS ANGELES — Before the pungent, earthy smell of wheat grass wafted across America or the words "fresh-pressed juice" squeezed their way on seemingly every menu, the Otto family built a burgeoning wellness community at a white-tiled juicery in Beverly Grove.

Now 51 years old, the pint-size Beverly Hills Juice still draws generations of fans ...Read more