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Turn your breakfast into a fiesta with this delicious and filling dish. Blissful Breakfast Burrito is a celebration of the morning, wrapped up in a warm tortilla.

Ingredients Flour tortilla Scrambled eggs SalsaInstructions Warm the flour tortilla in a pan.

Fill it with scrambled eggs and salsa.

Roll up ...Read more

Q: What is umami?

A: Umami is the fifth flavor (in addition to sweet, salty, sour and bitter), discovered in Japan over 100 years ago. The term, umami, meaning “delicious,” encompasses a flavor profile of savory, brothy, rich or meaty taste sensation. This complex flavor experience helps to deepen or complete flavors and aromas and improve ...Read more

There’s nothing quite like tomato season. Farm stands and farmers markets are overflowing with nearly every variety you can image, everyone that so patiently waited for the tomato plants they planted in the spring to bear fruit can finally reap what they sowed, ...Read more

Salsas are an indispensable taste enhancer. They provide an enormous amount of flavor and an appealing texture. It’s amazing how so few calories can heighten the flavor of simple grilled or roasted dishes. This cross between a spicy vegetable salsa and a traditional guacamole shows that sometimes the whole is greater than the sum of its parts....Read more

Where once I’d pounce on a chef-made bowl of al dente pasta and crisp-tender vegetables, now it’s a dish I prefer to make at home. Using what’s fresh and new at the market, I slice and dice carrots, bell peppers, peas, spring onions and homeandleisure/recipes/varietymenu/s-4267920">Read more

We knew it was coming: The point in the summer when the garden overflows with zucchini and all manner of herbs, ready to become dinner.

Sprinkle tender basil and oregano over tomatoes, pizza and eggs. Use chives on savory dishes, even popcorn. Flavor pitchers of water with mint for a refreshing touch.

Fortunately, the zucchini still proves ...Read more

French toast is a beloved weekend brunch staple in my house. The loaf of bread that we purchased the Sunday prior is too dry for sandwiches … but it is ideal for soaking up egg custard! Once that custard-soaked bread is toasted in butter and coated in maple syrup, it...Read more

Here’s a meal that will spice up your summer dinners. Tender cubes of lamb are simmered in a quick, curry sauce for an easy weeknight meal. The best lamb cut for this recipe comes from the leg, which is also ideal for kabobs. If you don’t see it in the meat case, ask your butcher to cut some for you.

For convenience, I used supermarket ...Read more

RALEIGH, N.C. -- The humble sweet potato, long considered a North Carolina staple, is at the center of innovation as it’s transformed into the latest plant-based milk.

Appalachian State University researchers, backed by a $1.82 million grant, have found a new use for the vegetable, and with good reason.

North Carolina grows more sweet ...Read more

Greet the sunrise with a nutritious and energizing meal. Magical Morning Muesli is a homage to the freshness of early mornings, made tangible in a breakfast bowl.

Ingredients Muesli Almond milk Fresh figsInstructions Pour almond milk over the muesli and let it soak overnight in the fridge.

Slice fresh figs and add ...Read more

This quick version of the Sicilian classic, Caponata, brings the taste of Italy to your table in under 20 minutes. It’s a versatile and delightful blend of sweet and sour flavors.

Ingredients: 1 eggplant 1 onion 2 cloves garlic 2 tomatoes 2 tbsp capers 2 tbsp vinegar 1 tbsp sugar Olive oil Salt and pepper to...Read more

Turn lunch into a classic, comforting moment with these quick egg salad sandwiches. They're a creamy, satisfying solution to your midday hunger pangs.

Ingredients: 6 hard-boiled eggs 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tsp mustard 1/4 cup chopped chives Salt and pepper to taste 8 slices of breadInstructions: Chop the eggs and mix ...Read more

Step into the magical world of unique flavors with this charming breakfast. Exquisite Elderberry Syrup Pancakes add a touch of the forest to your morning meal.

Ingredients Pancake mix Elderberry syrup ButterInstructions Prepare pancakes according to the package instructions.

Drizzle elderberry syrup and add a ...Read more

Savor the flavors of autumn with this Autumn Breeze Pumpkin Soup. The creamy, sweet pumpkin puree, seasoned with the warmth of spices, is a soup as comforting and cozy as an autumn breeze.

Ingredients 1 can of pumpkin puree 2 cups of vegetable broth 1/2 cup of heavy cream Salt, pepper, and nutmeg to tasteInstructions In a...Read more

Listen to the trio of twilight with Twilight Trio Hummus and Veggies. The smooth hummus paired with crunchy fresh vegetables performs a trio as comforting and harmonious as the twilight.

Ingredients 1 cup hummus 1 bell pepper, sliced 1 cucumber, sliced 1 carrot, sliced A sprinkle of paprikaInstructions Spread the ...Read more

Vine-ripened tomatoes are making their much-anticipated appearance at local farmers markets, ushering in what many consider the best summer food.

If you’re like me, you can eat tomatoes all day, every day, and never get tired of them. Delicious out of hand, the juicy culinary fruit that cooks treat as a vegetable adds flavor to everything ...Read more

This tangy and refreshing Express Sauerkraut Salad offers a delightful twist to your regular salad!Ingredients: 2 cups of sauerkraut 1 apple, diced 1 onion, diced 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp apple cider vinegarInstructions: Mix sauerkraut, apple, and onion in a bowl.

Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar and mix well.

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Summertime means fresh berries are in abundance, and blackberries are at the top of that list. This hearty berry is juicy and full of flavor, which makes it the perfect star of the show for a simple homemade dessert. This blackberry crumble ...Read more

I was the rare child who absolutely loved broccoli. I simply couldn’t get enough of it when I was a kid (a habit that has followed me into adulthood). So complete was my love of broccoli that my parents determined that the best way for me to eat a complete ...Read more

As wellness trends increasingly emphasize “natural” living, a controversial practice known as drinking “raw water” has gained attention. Proponents describe raw water as untreated, unfiltered water collected directly from natural sources such as springs, streams or wells. Advocates claim it is more “alive,” mineral-rich, and free ...Read more