Easy and delicious Ricotta Chicken Croquettes with a crisp, crunchy exterior and a soft, creamy center. These croquettes combine shredded chicken and creamy ricotta with sautéed onion, fresh thyme and a hint of lemon zest for a balanced, comforting bite. These croquettes are inspired by Piedmontese antipasti and are perfect as an aperitivo, starter or … Read more

Choosing the wrong potato starch substitute can change how a recipe behaves with heat, leaving sauces gummy or thin and baked goods crumbly or oddly textured. This shows up most clearly in recipes that rely on precise texture, like our Soft Gluten-Free Potato Bread Recipe: Dairy-Free, where a poor swap changes moisture and crumb. Table … Read more

Perfectly Baked Salmon at 400 Silky, buttery salmon is a simple culinary pleasure: tender, flaky flesh that almost melts on the tongue. The difference between that perfect texture and a dry, tough fillet is timing and temperature. Overcooking quickly ruins salmon, so baking it properly matters. Baking salmon at 400°F is one of the easiest, … Read more

Full of crisp vegetables, creamy avocado, briny feta and bright herbs—this Mediterranean salsa is easy, versatile, and always a crowd-pleaser. Mediterranean salsa, sometimes called avocado Greek salsa, combines familiar Mediterranean flavors into a bright, refreshing dip or topping. Inspired by a lemon-oregano chicken that paired beautifully with a chunky avocado-and-feta mix, this salsa works equally … Read more

This flexible, enriched dough will quickly become a go-to in your bread repertoire. Enriched with milk, butter, an egg, and a touch of sugar, this Do-It-All Dough makes a tender base for Lemon-Poppy Seed Doughnuts, French Onion Bread Rolls, and many other sweet or savory treats. Let’s bake together — watch the Do-It-All Dough demonstration … Read more

Potatoes rank high among classic comfort foods. Whether mashed and buttery, crisped to a golden crunch, melted with cheese, or tucked into a hearty soup, few foods evoke the warmth of home quite like a steaming bowl of potatoes. This week’s Saturday Seven celebrates that cozy, satisfying appeal with seven standout potato recipes perfect for … Read more

There is nothing quite as delicious as homemade tomato and capsicum chutney. With a handful of simple ingredients and some patience, you can make a flavourful preserve that keeps for up to 12 months and makes a lovely edible gift. I prefer homemade chutney to anything found in shops. Free from artificial preservatives and full … Read more

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Rediscovering America. The opinions and text are all mine. A few weeks ago I was invited to dinner at Cortez in Raleigh. Cortez is one of nine restaurants taking part in Rediscovering America, a culinary program highlighting fresh, affordable, locally grown produce sourced through … Read more

Air Fryer Gnocchi is a fast, reliable way to transform store-bought potato gnocchi into a crisp, golden snack or side with a pillowy interior. The air fryer yields a delightfully crunchy exterior while keeping the centers soft and tender. This guide covers both a plain version (great for incorporating into recipes) and a seasoned version … Read more

BLUEBERRY LOVE Blueberries are one of my favorite berries. Beyond their sweet-tart flavor and lovely color, they bring an impressive nutritional profile to any dish. Each year I look forward to blueberry season so I can bake my favorite desserts — galettes, pies, muffins and cakes — and this gluten-free blueberry cake has become a … Read more