Weeknight dinners in a busy household can be short on time, which can, unfortunately, leave them even shorter on nutrition and taste. We’ve all suffered through soggy drive-thru combos or sad boxed dinners after a long workday. But what if your dinner could be quick, wholesome, and a hit with the family?
We’re all spending a lot more time at home than we used to. But when the office, school, and home all exist under one roof, it’s easy to forget to make time to kick back and enjoy each other’s company. A big night “out” may not be in the cards right now, but a little planning can bring plenty of big laughs and bold tastes to your very own table.
You might not think to hit the nut aisle when you’re craving mac and cheese, but you should. Most mac and cheese recipes rely on roux, a cooked flour and butter mixture that helps thicken the sauce but doesn’t impart much flavor. Swap the roux out for California walnuts, and you’ve got a thick and creamy sauce with nutrition and robust flavor.
This holiday season, time with other people feels more precious than ever — even if it’s the same crew you’ve been hanging out with all year. Whether you’re gathering a few friends safely outside or just want to celebrate with your household (Happy Tuesday!), we could all use an extra-special break from the everyday. Like, maybe, a relaxed hangout at home with the perfect cocktail delivered to your door?
As we head into winter and the holiday season, adding a pop of color to our meals is our favorite way to lend brightness and sparkle to chilly days. Luckily, that’s easier to do than you might think because it’s peak pomegranate season! Pomegranates add a burst of uniquely tart and sweet flavor, and the window for enjoying them fresh is rather narrow. Available October through January, POM POMS Fresh Pomegranate Arils make enjoying fresh pomegranates as easy as can be.
After a busy weekday, assembling dinner is often closer to chore than cheer. Ordering takeout every night adds up, and many boxed dinners leave a lot to be desired. Luckily, we have some ideas. Birds Eye® vegetables and these five easy tips can help you whip up homemade meals full of contemporary tastes and textures that you’ll be proud to serve your crew.If you’ve got a few versatile staples, you’ve got instant dinner options.
Parents whose kids are distance learning this year didn’t just put on teacher and principal hats; they’re the cafeteria staff now, too. It can feel impossible to squeeze in reasonably healthy and tasty family lunches between classes, meetings, and deadlines. But with the help of nutritious Birds Eye® vegetables, a little planning, and these smart shortcuts, your kitchen table will feel like the hottest new lunch spot in town.
This year, romantic nights out have become casual nights in. It can be easy to fall into a routine rut, but don’t let the great indoors put out your spark! Surprise your special someone with a romantic restaurant-quality dining experience at home, full of good times and great tastes. Our friends at Birds Eye® have helped us come up with these five easy ways for you to create a memorable date night in your own kitchen.You don’t need reservations — just a little imagination.
Many of our usual holiday traditions are on hold this year, so it’s the perfect time to start a new one, like sharing an extra festive French cheese board at home with your immediate family. It’s a delicious way to celebrate, whether you’re a family of two, four, or even one. (More fromage for you!)We recently spoke with three cheese experts about how to build some beautiful French cheese boards.
Since my husband and I received a little countertop toaster oven for a wedding gift 14 years ago, our family has relied on it almost every day. With our toaster oven on its last legs, a picky six-year-old, and a serious case of pandemic cooking fatigue, I was ready for a countertop oven that worked a little harder—maybe with a built-in air fryer, microwave, toaster, or all three. So, I jumped at the chance to try out the Galanz ToastWave™ with TotalFry 360™.
Now that we’re in the thick of holiday cooking and baking, we’re starting to think about those tools that would really take our kitchens to the next level. We asked 3 Kitchn editors what item from Williams Sonoma they’re hoping to receive this year. (And they asked us to let you know that no one has fulfilled these items yet. They’re a subtle bunch.)As you might imagine, our editors know how to make a kitchen wish list fit for a Nancy Meyers movie.
The holiday season is about many things: love, peace, togetherness, gratitude, long afternoons watching movies in our PJs while it snows outside. (We contain multitudes.) This year, we’re excited to unwind and get cozy with our imaginary besties — you know, the fictional characters you spend so much screen time with that you consider them actual friends?
When you pick up a wedge of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese at the grocery store, you know it’s going to be wonderfully salty and umami-rich, and that your pasta won’t be the same without it heavily grated on top. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to this traditional Italian cheese. What is Parmigiano Reggiano, exactly? Why is it so distinct? And what are some of the best ways to enjoy its full flavor? Here’s everything you need to know.
Preparing Thanksgiving dinner has a reputation for being both tedious and time-consuming. However, it really doesn’t have to be either of those things. Kitchn’s Deputy Food Director Grace Elkus teamed up with some of our favorite brands during Kitchn’s Thanksgiving Food Fest to show us how to significantly trim down prep time — without skipping any favorite dishes.
In a year full of unexpected twists and turns, it comes as no surprise that even the holidays will look different this year. Instead of big, festive dinners and parties, I’m embracing the fact that we’ll be celebrating just with my small family pod, which consists of my parents and my sister and her family. There will still be plenty of food and cooking, but I’ll be leaning on different tools and appliances for our small gatherings instead.
Among the many flavors of fall, pumpkin ranks high as one of our favorites. While we love making a traditional pumpkin pie with pumpkin purée, that’s really just the start. Pop open a can for almost endless culinary possibilities — and not just on Thanksgiving, either.We always keep a few cans of LIBBY’S® 100% Pure Pumpkin stocked in the pantry year-round.
Even though this year’s Thanksgiving celebrations will be on the small side, you can still make the holiday feel as special as it always does. The easiest way to make your dinner stand out from typical weeknight meals, aside from delivering a delicious feast, is to dress up your table.If you’re new to tablescaping — or the art of setting the table — it’s a whole lot easier than you might think.
When it comes to food on Thanksgiving, it’s all about abundance. Beyond the traditional turkey, dinner really isn’t complete without a table full of sides. But with a bountiful spread comes an equally bountiful pile of dirty dishes to wash after the holiday meal is served.This year, we want you to step away from the sink and cook your entire Thanksgiving dinner in just one 5.25-quart Le Creuset Dutch oven. Yes, you read that correctly: a full Thanksgiving dinner in just one pot.
The oven is often the main staple when it comes to cooking delicious dishes for you, your family, and your friends. It’s the appliance that, at the end of the day and beginning of every cooking or baking adventure, is the centerpiece for what helps make your best meals happen.
We’ll let you in on a little secret: You don’t have to choose between “this” or “that” like you did in our Thanksgiving Food Fest Instagram Story. You can have this AND that thanks to these great finds from QVC. Shop your winning picks to stock your kitchen just in time for Thanksgiving. Plus, save $10 off your first order with promo code OFFER.Shop more Thanksgiving essentials at QVC.
It’s a Thanksgiving miracle! With the help of an Instant Pot Duo Crisp + Air Fryer, some Pyrex Deep baking dishes, and a few pretty Corelle platters to serve it all in, here’s a full Thanksgiving dinner for four people that you can make in just two hours. Pulling off this delicious dinner, complete with juicy herbed turkey breast, all the sides, and even a pumpkin pie, takes about the same amount of time it takes to watch a movie.
Kitchn staffers end the day with the same question as everyone else: “What’s for dinner?” And, like everyone else, we’ve been spending more time than ever in our kitchens. To say that some days it feels like a real chore to put food on the table is an understatement. So, we tasked three Kitchn staffers with trying a Martha Stewart & Marley Spoon meal kit.
Cooking Thanksgiving dinner, especially for just a few people, doesn’t mean you have to break out every pot, pan, and baking dish in your kitchen to pull it off. In fact, all the essential dishes of the meal can actually cook together in a single 5.25-quart Le Creuset Dutch oven.This versatile, tall-sided pot can be layered with mashed potatoes, green beans, stuffing, and a juicy herbed turkey breast and cooked together for the ultimate — and even portable — one-pot meal.
Kitchn staffers end the day with the same question as everyone else: “What’s for dinner?” And, like everyone else, we’ve been spending more time than ever in our kitchens. To say that some days it feels like a real chore to put food on the table is an understatement. So, we tasked three Kitchn staffers with trying a Martha Stewart & Marley Spoon meal kit.
In a world where the sky is the limit, we would tell you the best gift for many home cooks is a complete kitchen renovation with top-of-the-line appliances. That may not be realistic, and even if it were, how would you wrap it? Fortunately, we do live in a world where small appliances have become really hardworking, and an upgrade in that department will make a huge difference to the overall utility and style of a home kitchen.
Now that it’s officially fall, we have one thing one our minds: comfort food. The drop in temperature has us reaching for our sweaters and craving nothing but cozy meals and snacks. You know what that means: butter, cheese, and more cheese. The rich, distinctive flavor of Kerrygold butter and cheeses has the ability to warm us from the inside out.
Whether you’re looking for easy gluten-free breakfast ideas or more leisurely weekend brunch recipes, your best bet is the freezer aisle. Based on the recipes from the original Van’s Foods restaurant, which dished out stacks of hot and toasty gluten-free waffles on California beaches, Van’s Gluten-Free Original or Gluten-Free Blueberry Waffles are now in the freezer section of your grocery store.
One silver lining from this, er, memorable year: Online grocery shopping has graduated from exotic perk to everyday staple. But as anyone who has ever ordered a bunch of fresh bananas, only to belatedly receive a bag of bruised beets will tell you, all online grocery shopping experiences are not created equal. It requires a more personal touch—someone who can shop for you as if they were shopping for themselves.Enter the personal grocery shopping and delivery service Shipt.
Kitchn staffers end the day with the same question as everyone else: “What’s for dinner?” And, like everyone else, we’ve been spending more time than ever in our kitchens. To say that some days it feels like a real chore to put food on the table is an understatement. So, we tasked three Kitchn staffers with trying a Martha Stewart & Marley Spoon meal kit. Read on to find out how it went — and click here to get $90 off your first three meal kits.
If the last time you enjoyed a French bread pizza was at lunch in your school cafeteria, you’re most definitely overdue to dig into one again. The simple combination of crusty French bread topped with sauce and cheese is nothing but satisfying and is sure to make you feel like a kid again. This recipe is particularly delightful because it features melty Daiya plant-based cheeze.
Pizza night should be every night, as far as we’re concerned, so we’re happily making these pies on repeat. They’re loaded with colorful veggies like roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, red onion, and Kalamata olives. But one thing makes them extra special: Daiya plant-based cheeze. Their deliciously dairy-free Mozzarella Style Cutting Board Shreds are nothing but an unexpected delight. They lend creamy, rich flavor and melty, stretchable joy to each and every slice.
It’s no secret that comfort foods, such as pizza, pasta, and nachos, are immediate dinner wins. They’re incredibly cozy dishes that always seem to bring a smile to your family’s face, no matter what kind of day everyone had. These three easy recipes are sure to do just that, especially because they feature the unexpected deliciousness of Daiya plant-based cheeze.The benefits to eating plant-based are numerous.
You don’t need an excuse to eat nachos for dinner, but we’d like to give you one, just in case. Add these veggie-loaded nachos, which feature the unexpected deliciousness of Daiya plant-based cheeze, to your recipe roster ASAP. Daiya’s new dairy-free Cheddar Style Cutting Board Shreds are nothing like what you’ve tasted in the past.
Whether you’re the parent of a toddler or a teenager, we probably don’t need to remind you that snacks are serious business in any household with kids. And if your kids are learning from home (and you’re simultaneously working and teaching from home) right now, keeping a steady supply of Welch’s fruit snacks or sweet potato puffs on hand may seem like a Sisyphean task. But, there’s a better way.
Alice Choi, aka Hip Foodie Mom, specializes in recipes that are delicious, easy to follow, and can be ready in under 30 minutes. While getting a meal on the table for her husband and two daughters in record time is her specialty, grocery shopping has always been a chore, taking up valuable weekend time she’d rather spend riding bikes or packing a picnic for the park.So, we asked her to try Shipt, the same-day grocery delivery service that’s fast become a favorite for busy moms.
Andrea Mathis is a mom of two and a registered dietician whose Insta feed is chock-full of beautiful meals and delicious recipes. When she’s cooking for her family of four, she likes to keep things easy and fun, with a little bit of Southern flair. (We’re kind of obsessed with her waffle BLTs.) But even with the occasional indulgences, as a registered dietician, she’s also sure to keep everything super healthy.
Lindsay Freedman is a mom of two, a photographer, the creator of The Toasted Pine Nut, and a home cook in Orange County, CA. Translation: She’s super busy. She’s making it work though and has added an extra tool to her arsenal this fall: Shipt, a same-day grocery delivery service. We asked Lindsay to take Shipt for a spin to see how it could make mealtimes easier for her and her family.
Moms are busy people. Throw in distance learning at home, and moms become extremely busy people. Jehan Powell, mom of two and creator of the popular blog Jehan Can Cook, became acutely aware of that fact once school started up again this fall. So we got in touch with her to see how shopping with Shipt, a same-day grocery delivery service, could make life a lot easier when there are a bajillion things to take care of at home.
Welcome to Rollover Dinners, a new monthly series to help you make smart use of leftovers. This week, we’re using leftovers from slow cooker chicken cacciatore to make easy work of this steaming pot of minestrone soup. Read the intro here.When you’re on the hunt for a cozy meal, digging your spoon into a bowl of soup is always satisfying. It’s the OG comfort food if there ever was one.
Welcome to Rollover Dinners, a new monthly series to help you make smart use of leftovers. Step 1: Make a family-friendly big-batch recipe for the first night. Step 2: Cook a meal later in the week that transforms the leftovers into a new dinner with minimal extra work.The slow cooker is a magical tool for home cooks: Just toss a handful of simple ingredients in and let it do the hard work of turning them into a flavorful meal.
Welcome to Rollover Dinners, a new monthly series to help you make smart use of leftovers. This week, we’re using leftovers from this slow cooker chicken cacciatore to make easy work of a big, steaming pot of minestrone soup. Read the intro here.Chicken cacciatore is an easy family favorite. What’s not to love about tender chicken and a mix of veggies swimming in rich tomato sauce?
When our sister site, Apartment Therapy, launched its Fall Declutter Cure, we couldn’t sign up fast enough. A 20-day guided class to refresh our hectic, multitasking-more-than-ever homes? Yespleasethankyou. In partnership with The Libman Company, the Declutter Cure delivered daily assignments, tips, and motivation until we could practically hear our spaces sighing with relief. (Sorry you missed it? Don’t be! It’s all right here for you to do on your own time.
Like clockwork, the arrival of sweater weather brings a craving for all things cheesy and comforting. So we set out to create a dish that’s warm, cozy, and melty, without being heavy. The answer is this mac and cheese. It features the classic combination of spinach and artichokes to balance the richness, and what makes it even more of a win is that it’s loaded with the unexpected deliciousness of Daiya plant-based cheese.
Welcome to Rollover Dinners, a new monthly series to help you make smart use of leftovers. This week, we’re using leftovers from spaghetti and meatballs to make these warm, cheesy meatball subs that come together in next to no time. Read the intro here.Sandwiches may be considered a lunchtime favorite, but they’re far too tasty and satisfying to be enjoyed at only one time of day.
Welcome to Rollover Dinners, a new monthly series to help you make smart use of leftovers. This week, we’re using leftovers from this spaghetti and meatballs to make warm, cheesy meatball subs that come together in next to no time. Read the intro here.There’s just something about a pot of meatballs simmering in sauce on the stovetop that immediately evokes feelings of cozy kitchens and time spent at home with family.
Welcome to Rollover Dinners, a new monthly series to help you make smart use of leftovers. Step 1: Make a family-friendly big-batch recipe for the first night. Step 2: Cook a meal later in the week that transforms the leftovers into a new dinner with minimal extra work.No matter the night, meatballs will always receive dinnertime cheers. The family favorite is so cozy and satisfying, it’s nearly impossible not to immediately dig in when they hit the table.
Whether you were perfecting your sourdough bread technique or you’re just cooking more meals at home, we bet you’re spending more time in your kitchen this year than any other. Feeling like yours could use an update? Here’s a secret: You don’t have to overhaul the whole thing for it to feel like a shiny new space. Cabinet refacing can give your tired cabinets a facelift that, when finished, feels like you got the entire space done.
In this socially distant summer, entertaining isn’t what it used to be. But one old-school activity has made a big comeback: the drive-in. Alfresco movie viewing is an ideal way to maximize the last days of warm weather, and it’s an easy way to socialize safely with your pod. Here’s what you need.Set up a projector with a white sheet or simply use a wall. We’ve been binging throwbacks in quarantine: ’90s comedies and campy action flicks make for great group viewing.
Have you ever gotten cheese board envy when scrolling through Instagram? We definitely have! Assembling a beautiful, eye-catching cheese board might seem intimidating, but it’s actually a whole lot easier than it looks. What’s the secret to constructing a great cheese board? Variety! If you know what kinds of cheese to buy, you’ll instantly be set up for success.
Welcome to Rollover Dinners, a new monthly series to help you make smart use of leftovers. This week, we’re using leftovers from a big pot of vegetarian chili to make this gooey, cheese-packed casserole that barely requires any prep before it hits the oven. Read the intro here.When it comes to comfort foods, there are a handful that rank higher than the rest: Chili mac and baked ziti are two of them.
Welcome to Rollover Dinners, a new monthly series to help you make smart use of leftovers. This week, we’re using leftovers from this big pot of veggie chili to make a gooey, cheese-packed casserole that barely requires any prep before it hits the oven. Read the intro here.Chili is one of those great recipes that just gives and gives. It’s perfect on day one, scooped into bowls and scattered with everyone’s favorite toppings.
Welcome to Rollover Dinners, a new monthly series to help you make smart use of leftovers. Step 1: Make a family-friendly big-batch recipe for the first night. Step 2: Cook a meal later in the week that transforms the leftovers into a new dinner with minimal extra work.It’s no secret that while chili is phenomenal the first night you make it, it’s almost always even better the next day.
Life is a little quieter this summer, but that has its perks. Take nature: When was the last time you sat and looked up at the stars? A stargazing party is a dreamy way for your pod to gather safely and make the most of summer’s end. And, in our opinion, it’s way more captivating than any screen can ever be. Here’s how to do it.Blankets = built-in social distance. Since it’ll be dark by party time, set them up in advance, positioning each one at a safe distance.
Chances are that the closest you came to a vacation this year was streaming some travel comedy from your couch. But you can still end this strange summer feeling like you got a little adventure—and a little safe socializing, too. The solution: Channel your inner ’60s suburban dad and have a backyard vacation slideshow party with your quarantine pod (old-school slides optional). Here’s how.This year, vacation pics have a new significance—remember other places?
Even if it feels like summer will never end, fall is quickly approaching. Come September, temperatures will start to drop and apples will suddenly be abundant. What better way to celebrate this fall favorite than with a warm and cozy treat your whole family will love?With the help of Mrs.
We all know we’re supposed to “parent with presence,” but anyone who has to prepare dinner while keeping a little one away from the stove and answering 20 questions about dinosaurs knows that it’s almost impossible. And then there’s the 10 minutes you spend trying to get them to eat a carrot — not the most namaste situation.
Summer is hardly over, but whether we like it or not, the end is all too quickly approaching. That means there’s no better time than now to keep firing up the grill and eating the best that the season has to offer. You’ve cooked up enough plain old hot dogs and hamburgers these past couple of months, you say? Make the most of these late-summer nights by adding serious flavor and versatility to your dinner table with one easy and delicious ingredient.
Peak summer is peak tomato season — and while there are 101 ways to indulge in their sweet, juicy bounty, we think a simple salad almost always wins out among the rest. Thick heirloom slices shine bright when left uncluttered without lettuce or other veggies. Just a drizzle of good oil and vinegar, along with a scattering of herbs, does the trick.
From household budgets to meal planning, U.S. Air Force Airman and mom of three Amiyrah Martin loves a plan. She’s known for sharing smart tricks and prep tips for everything from delicious weeknight meals to grocery shopping on her blog, 4 Hats & Frugal. We asked what she keeps on hand to always be so prepared.“Macaroni noodles aren’t just for mac & cheese!” Amiyrah says. This pasta shape is a family favorite, so it’s always on hand for quick weeknight meals.
When it comes to a lazy weekend breakfast or brunch, you have two choices: You can go sweet, or you can go savory. Or, you can mash the two together and see what happens. Here’s proof that if you do, the results can be delicious.This morning casserole is inspired by French toast, but it’s turned on its head and made savory. Plus, it offers a new twist on the perfect pair you know and love: grilled cheese and tomato soup.
While chicken pot pie is a beloved family dinner, it’s also a bit of a beast. There’s the rolling of the pie dough, the making of the filling, the assembly of the pie itself, and the baking. These savory hand pies ditch all the fuss to result in something that’s just as comforting and crowd-pleasing, and even more interesting and fun to eat.
Cornbread isn’t something that generally surprises you. The best is buttery, not too sweet, and bursting with corn flavor. That’s the end of it, right? Not quite. Let’s turn it on its head and make it something to truly get excited about.Corn and tomato are a well-loved summer pair. Here, they join forces in a playful skillet cornbread that’s guaranteed to not only elicit oohs and aahs but become a new family favorite.
Stuffed mushrooms are typically thought of as appetizer fare, but we think they’re main course-worthy. Fill extra-large portobello ‘shrooms instead of the smaller ones and suddenly, stuffed mushrooms are an easy and inventive dinner.Rich and creamy Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup is the secret to the very best filling for portobellos, especially when combined with plenty of cheese and wilted greens.
It’s hard to name a better pair than tomato soup and grilled cheese. Whether you like to dunk the melty sandwich into the steaming bowl or enjoy them separately, the combination always makes for a comforting, winning meal.
Digging into a pot of mussels might conjure up images of sitting at a tiny table at your favorite French bistro. If you’ve never tried making them at home, though, consider this light and easy recipe permission. It’s incredibly simple to make a pot of mussels that rivals any you’ve enjoyed out at restaurants. The secret is to cook them in a deeply flavored sauce, and this recipe has a surprising way to make that easy: Campbells® Condensed Tomato Soup.
When it comes to summer food staples, it doesn’t get more essential than burgers. Patties made with beef might come to mind first, but veggie burgers deserve just as much attention, if not more. Pack patties with good things like beans and meaty vegetables like mushrooms and the results may well push your usual burger aside this summer. Especially because they contain an instant flavor booster: Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup.
When it comes to comfort food, ramen ranks high. What’s not to love about thick, toothsome noodles swimming in a rich, savory broth? Paitan ramen is one of the coziest because of its thick and creamy broth. Perhaps you’ve ordered it at your favorite Japanese restaurant and loved how luxe it is but never considered making it at home. Making any ramen broth from scratch takes time, so we’re always up for a weeknight shortcut.
Cathy Roma’s popular food blog is called What Should I Make For…, and we’ve never felt so seen. From Roasted Grape Crostata to Shrimp Fried Rice with Pineapple, the professionally trained chef and former bakery owner has a winning way with ingredients. And because she’s also a mom to two teen boys, she knows that dinner doesn’t need to take all day to be delicious and satisfying.
As if being a busy nurse in New York City isn’t enough, Helena Faustin also raises two adorable kids and whips up incredible Caribbean dishes at @thatnursecancook. One look at her photos and you know that handle is legit: From oven-roasted jerk snapper to curry goat, Helena’s recipes have our mouths watering. We asked her to share the items she always has on her grocery list to make all that mealtime magic.
We love Vallery Lomas, aka Foodie in New York, as much as Vallery loves baking. On her popular website and Instagram account, the former lawyer and Great American Baking Show winner shares her exuberant attitude and exceptional skills, whipping up everything from savory fig galettes to dreamy carrot cake. While she’s known for her baking, Vallery is an all-around kitchen all-star. We asked what staples she keeps in her pantry to make her tasty signature dishes.
There’s never a wrong time of a day to eat a sandwich. Sure, it might be considered lunch fare, but we’ll never refuse digging into one for an easy, utensil-free dinner or a hearty breakfast. That means we declare that there are no rules: Make and enjoy sandwiches for any meal you like.The same applies to these open-faced sandwiches. Their flexibility is anchored by either Pace® Chunky Salsa or Pace® Picante Sauce, two flavor-packed jars that do the hard work for you.
