Some meals are decidedly cool-weather fare, and chili usually falls squarely into that category. But there are so many different ways to serve chili that don’t necessarily evoke autumn campfires, football games and snowshoe hikes. (Besides, we may be barely a month away from summer, but we’re still seeing some chilly temperatures and plenty of …
Today, I’m going to share another kitchen staple that I (Kim) have been making for years. Cornbread is an essential staple of any proper Southern kitchen, and as a born and bred Texan, this mix sees a lot of use at my house. Have you ever looked at the list of ingredients on a box …
Fun fact: The word aioli is derived from the Provençal “ai” (garlic) and “oli” (oil). There are different ways of making a Mediterranean-style aioli, from a simple blend of olive oil and garlic to creating a garlic-y emulsion resembling mayonnaise. However you go about it, though, a metric ton of garlic is a must. Okay, …
Making your own custom herb blends really is as simple as combining a few spoonfuls of dried herbs (that you probably already own!) It couldn’t be easier, skipping the store-bought spice mixes can save you money, and best of all, YOU get to control the ingredients. Give it a try! Grab a couple of empty …
Continuing our Kitchen Heroes series, today I’m going to share a recipe for one of my favorite kitchen workhorses: homemade Shake-n-Bake. I (Kim) keep a large jar of this stuff in my refrigerator at all times. It’s ridiculously versatile, and I use it often to jazz up sautéed vegetables, garnish casseroles, bread chicken, pork chops …
As our days get busier, we are far more likely to reach for pre-packaged mixes and other convenience foods to lighten our load and make dinner prep a bit easier. My “Kitchen Heroes” series will outline some versatile homemade options you can make in advance and keep handy for those extra-hectic evenings… or even the …
