Recipes

Remarkably, the end of April is already almost here. But, of course, there are many reasons and ways to enjoy these last few days of the month. You might acknowledge the birthdays of certain literary legends, like Defoe (the 24th), Marcus Aurelius (the 26th), Harper Lee (the 28th), or Terry Pratchett (the same). You might celebrate the accidental discoveries of a certain psychedelic chemist (the somewhat niche Bicycle Day) and the less niche celebration of a certain herb (the day after). You might be celebrating Eid al-Fitr. Or, of course, you may be engaged in perhaps that most universal American...

This thick and creamy Strawberry Banana Jell-O Pie is the perfect summertime dessert! Full of flavor and simple to make, this no-bake treat can’t be beat! AN EASY NO-BAKE PIE RECIPE This Strawberry Banana Jello Pie is a tasty, fruity treat that’s simple to make and will be a hit with everyone! With just a few ingredients, you’ll wonder why you didn’t try it sooner! Plus there’s hardly any prep time involved so it’s perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends! Since it’s a no-bake recipe, it won’t heat up the house and makes a nice, light and cool dessert...

"You know, being in the kitchen all the time, you just can't help but constantly taste what you're making", Brazilian expat Renato King says with a wry smile. Since working in the kitchen at age 17, it would be the impact of his culinary career on his physical health that would lead him to MMA, and then MMA would lead him back into the kitchen in Beijing with healthy meals for all in mind. From a young age, King was captivated by sports, with handball being his primary passion during high school. However, his career as a chef kept him away...

Plantains are a member of the banana family. Unlike a banana, plantains are starchy and need to be cooked before eating. As a plantain ripens, its starches are converted to natural sugars, resulting in a sweeter taste. Frying a fully ripe plantain quickly in oil coaxes all the sugar to the surface where it’s caramelized. This creates a delicious chip that’s simultaneously crisp and sweet. After the first taste, you’ll realize why this is one of the best ways to eat plantain. Ingredients 2 ripe plantains 2 to 3 tablespoons oil (such as canola or vegetable oil), for frying How To Make Fried Sweet Plantains...

This week’s meal plan is getting us ready for warmer weather with some lighter meals to welcome in the springtime! Notes from this week’s meal plan: BELTCH Breakfast Sandwich You can cook the bacon in the microwave by laying slices between layers of paper towel and cooking for 3-5 minutes. I love using this hot sauce! The Best Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipe This pairs really well with a side salad! Enchiladas with Cheese Sauce This recipes uses this cheese sauce to make it extra delicious. Use ground beef, ground turkey or ground chicken in this recipe. 5 Ingredient Overnight Vanilla Oats This is a...