Stephanie Ganz

Once a professional chef (in the lifetime before kids), Stephanie Ganz has written for Bon Appetit, Eater, BUST, and Virginia Living and is a regular contributor to Richmond Magazine. She lives in Richmond, Virginia with her husband, two girls, and one excellent cat. Follow her online: @salganz (Instagram) and @onioncloute (Twitter).
18 Mess-Free Road Trip Snacks from Costco, Trader Joe’s, Target & More
Keep your car clean with these portable picks.
Stephanie Ganz
3 days ago
Why I Eat Way More Broccoli During the Summer
Groceries
Add a sprinkle of Parm and squeeze of lemon for the ideal dish.
Stephanie Ganz
May 30, 2023
The $4 Flavor Booster I Add to Absolutely Everything During Summer
Groceries
Meats! Salads! Dips! Tofu! And more!
Stephanie Ganz
May 24, 2023
These $10 Ice Cream Sandwiches Are the Cool Treats I Wish I Had When I Was a Kid
Groceries
“These are sturdy masterpieces in fun flavors.”
Stephanie Ganz
May 20, 2023
My Family Has Spent the Last 5 Months with Solo Stove’s Pizza Oven — It’s Been a Delicious Investment
Shopping
It’s an investment that’ll last years.
Stephanie Ganz
May 19, 2023
What’s the Difference Between Labneh and Greek Yogurt?
The two ingredients look quite similar, but they have subtle differences that are important when cooking with them.
Stephanie Ganz
May 18, 2023
Solo Stove’s Bonfire Helped Me Rediscover the Magic of My Backyard — Plus, It’s on Major Sale Right Now
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It was fire-pit perfection!
Stephanie Ganz
May 17, 2023
I Tried This Hands-Off Method for Making Polenta and It Worked Like an Absolute Charm
If you’re looking for a better, more exciting way of making polenta, make sure you’re using this technique.
Stephanie Ganz
May 9, 2023
Your Potato Salad Is Likely Missing a Spoonful of This Secret Ingredient
It’s most likely in your fridge right now.
Stephanie Ganz
May 3, 2023
Can You Freeze Hummus? Yes, Here's How
We always have a container of hummus in the fridge, and our hummus works hard for us. My kids pack hummus in their lunches with pita chips; my husband relies on it for a midday nibble with carrot sticks, and I love to snack on hummus and pita while I’m cooking dinner.Yes, you can freeze hummus quickly and easily! Hummus holds up well when frozen for about four to six months.
Stephanie Ganz
Apr 12, 2023
Birria Grilled Cheese Is My Family’s Favorite Dippable Sandwich
Cheesy, meaty, and so, so good.
Stephanie Ganz
Apr 11, 2023
This Coconut Curry Is What I Make When I Need to Get Dinner on the Table
My comforting, go-to dinner.
Stephanie Ganz
Apr 7, 2023
Crunchy, Deep-Fried Matzo Balls Are One of My Family’s Favorite Passover Recipes
Think outside the bowl.
Stephanie Ganz
Apr 6, 2023
6 Groceries You Should Stock in Your Pantry for a Tastier Passover
Groceries
Number six is a secret ingredient in snacks, sweets, and sides.
Stephanie Ganz
Apr 5, 2023
If You Buy One Thing at Trader Joe’s This Spring, Make Sure It’s This Adorable $
Nothing says spring like these smart, popular bunny planters. Get them while you can!
Stephanie Ganz
Apr 2, 2023
The Best Matzo Is the One You Make at Home
An easy, five-step recipe for homemade matzo.
Stephanie Ganz
Mar 28, 2023
What’s the Difference Between Pastrami and Corned Beef?
Here’s everything you should know about these unique cured meats.
Stephanie Ganz
Mar 28, 2023
Fluffy Matzo Meal Pancakes Are a Cloud-Like Breakfast Treat
The fluff and flavor come from five simple ingredients.
Stephanie Ganz
Mar 25, 2023
These Chocolate Macaroons Give Fudgy Brownie Vibes
Full of intense brownie-esque flavor.
Stephanie Ganz
Mar 21, 2023
This Is the Only Condiment I Will Allow Near My Fries
Groceries
I also use it for salad dressings, sheet pan dinners, and sautéing mushrooms.
Stephanie Ganz
Mar 18, 2023
I Don’t Like Oatmeal, but I Eat This $4 Hot Cereal Multiple Mornings a Week
“It’s the texture that pushes it into the winner’s circle for me.”
Stephanie Ganz
Mar 11, 2023
What Is Maror? The Story Behind the Seder Staple.
Maror is one of many traditional components of the Seder plate.
Stephanie Ganz
Mar 8, 2023
Hearty Farfel Pilaf Is the Must-Have Shabbat Side Dish
An easy pilaf with tiny pasta.
Stephanie Ganz
Feb 27, 2023
I Saved More than $300 on a Family Vacation with This One Ingenious Grocery Tip
Groceries
Order an entire charcuterie tasting board!
Stephanie Ganz
Feb 23, 2023
We Tested 6 Methods for Reviving Stale Bread, and the Winner Was a Huge Surprise
The best method yielded beautiful, fluffy results!
Stephanie Ganz
Jan 28, 2023
This Popular 2-Ingredient Pasta Sauce Is My Newest Obsession
It's like a less fussy carbonara.
Stephanie Ganz
Jan 25, 2023
The Crunchy, Garlicky $5 Snack I’m Buying on Repeat at Whole Foods
Groceries
It's also a very fun way to upgrade a classic Caesar salad.
Stephanie Ganz
Jan 17, 2023
The One and Only Rule You Need to Know When Deciding Which Kitchen Items to Donate and Which Ones to Throw Away
According to a professional organizer.
Stephanie Ganz
Jan 15, 2023
3 Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches That Are (Almost) Better than Homemade
Groceries
Including a pick for meat-lovers, gluten-free fans, and vegetarians.
Stephanie Ganz
Jan 8, 2023
4 Stylish Kitchen Organization Solutions These Pro Organizers Swear By
Must-have products for keeping your kitchen tidy!
Stephanie Ganz
Jan 8, 2023
4 Tiny Self-Care Habits All Home Chefs Can Practice This Year
This year, resolve to take care of yourself in the kitchen.
Stephanie Ganz
Jan 4, 2023
3 Frozen Chicken Pot Pies That Are (Almost) Better than Homemade
Groceries
Those Kiwis know meat pies!
Stephanie Ganz
Jan 3, 2023
This One Step in My Nightly Kitchen Routine Lets Me Spend More Time with My Family
Do you do this too?
Stephanie Ganz
Jan 2, 2023
7 Budget-Friendly Groceries We Bought on Repeat This Year
Groceries
They're all $5 or less!
Stephanie Ganz
Dec 26, 2022
The One Thing Your Friends with Kids Really Want as a Hostess Gift
Instead of wine and dahlias, I only want this.
Stephanie Ganz
Dec 25, 2022
6 Things Your Guests Will Probably Notice in Your Kitchen (and 4 Things They Probably Won’t)
According to a cleaning expert.
Stephanie Ganz
Dec 19, 2022