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Serves 4 For the salsa verde: 1/2 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves 1/2 cup lightly packed fresh parsley 1/4 cup lightly packed fresh mint…

Vanilla Cookies with Chocolate Buttercream Filling Makes about 18 filled cookies 1/2 cup sugar 6 ounces (11/2 sticks) unsalted butter 1 large egg Grated zest…

Makes 8 servings 24 fresh oysters, shucked, juices reserved 4 bacon slices, minced 1 onion, minced (about 11/4 cup) 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 11/2 quarts…

In the heat of the New Year’s Eve countdown, fueled by enthusiasm and possibly a few glasses of champagne, resolutions may roll off of the…

Start to finish: 1 hour 15 minutes (20 minutes active) Servings: 6 1 pound penne pasta Kosher salt Butter, for coating the baking pan 2…

Start to finish: 5 minutes Servings: 3 2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond/coconut milk 4 ounces soft silken tofu or about 1/3 of a package (Instead…

Start to finish: 4 hours 50 minutes (50 minutes active) Servings: 4 5 1/2- to 6-pound Pekin (Long Island) duck Kosher salt and ground black…

Servings: 2 dinner portions or 4 side dishes Start to finish: 45 minutes 2 large shallots, chopped (about 1/3 cup) 2 large cloves of garlic,…

Serves 4 Start to finish: 35 minutes 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-inch dice 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly…

Makes 2 cups 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped Salt 1 cup cooked garbanzo beans, drained 4 teaspoons chopped cilantro plus 1 teaspoon for garnish…

Start to finish: 20 minutes Servings: 4 You can use either poached or roasted chicken to make this salad. If you can’t find rau ram,…

During the holiday season, many people do not want their thoughts to stray to anything unpleasant. Although celebrating may be the primary goal come the…

Start to finish: 40 minutes Servings: 4 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, about 3 breasts 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon olive oil…

Start to finish: 20 minutes, plus steeping Servings: 6 1/3 cup raw coconut sugar 1/3 cup water 1 1/2 tablespoons angostura bitters 1/2 vanilla pod,…

Start to finish: 10 minutes Servings: 8 toasts 1 long orange-fleshed sweet potato, clean and unpeeled, sliced into eight 1/4-inch slices 1/2 cup reduced fat…

The holiday season is rife with traditions that focus on fun and family. One such testament to the festive spirit of the holiday season is…

Start to finish: 30 minutes, not including cooling and decorating Servings: 30 (Makes about 5 dozen cookies) 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 2 squares…

Serves 8 Start to finish: 2 hours 1 1/2 pounds Japanese eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 4 or 5 eggplants) 2 pounds…

Start to finish: 1 hour 15 minutes (45 minutes active) Servings: 4 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons minced garlic I large head cauliflower…

Serves 2 40 grams whole-wheat pasta rotini 4 ounces green beans, cut into thirds 1 egg 1/3 cup imported black olives 61/2 ounces canned tuna…

Makes 2 full servings 24 chicken wings, a mix of drums and flats, about 2 pounds 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil 1/3 cup sriracha chile sauce…

Shoppers across the country routinely make the holiday season one of the biggest spending periods of the year. American Research Group, Inc., said that in…

Start to finish: 3 hours, including about 2 hours inactive braising time Servings: 6 2 1/2-pound bottom round, (or eye of round) about 1 1/2…

Serves 6 Crust 1 cup all-purpose flour 4 ounces cream cheese, chilled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into…

Serves 4 16 fine oysters 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon white dry vermouth 11/4 cups whole milk 2 tablespoons dry…

Start to finish: 1 hour, 15 minutes Servings: 16 biscotti 1 cup white whole wheat flour 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1…

As they fulfill the social obligations of the holiday season, many people find themselves spending less time at home. Consumer Reports notes that individuals spend…

As most holiday hosts know, it’s not unheard-of to spend the majority of your party in the kitchen, while guests laugh together down the hall….

The men and women who defend the liberties and freedoms of the countries they represent hold a special place in people’s hearts and an eternal…

Many people face the challenge of balancing work and family. Workloads may be hefty on both fronts, and the pursuit of a healthy balance between…

Hosting a Halloween party can be fun, but it’s also a big responsibility. Halloween parties favor outlandish pageantry, amazing costumes, eye-catching decor, and enough scares…

(StatePoint) With autumn comes crisp falling leaves, fresh brisk air and pumpkin spice aromas. It’s time to prepare your home to spend more time indoors,…

Transforming pumpkins into cleverly carved creations is a Halloween tradition. Each October, glowing pumpkins take up residence near doorsteps and porches, adding to the magical…

The cost of college tuition is a concern for many college-bound students and their families. The cost of a college education continues to rise, but…

Even the most devoted exercise enthusiasts sometimes encounter obstacles that make it hard for them to squeeze in their regular workouts. Weather can affect outdoor…

Students may think that their proms and graduation ceremonies mark the last time they will spend time together on campus. But there will likely be…

Coupons can help people, and parents in particular, save substantial amounts of money. While television shows have documented the efforts of people who take coupon…

Hosting a dinner party is no small task. First-time hosts tasked with hosting a dinner party for family and friends may not realize just how…

College bound? Dorm room comfort is crucial for health, happiness and academic success. Luckily, there are ways to create personalized, functional spaces within any budget….

NEW YORK (AP) — Varsity-inspired cardigans. Preppy layers. Satin bomber jackets. There are plenty of fashion trends that experts say should help pique shoppers’ interest…

Some of summer’s favorite moments happen right in your backyard. The sounds of children running around, the smells of fresh-cut grass and newly planted flowers,…

Vacations are a great opportunity for families or individuals to recharge. But especially active vacationers often return from their trips in need of rest, as…

The costs of raising a family can be considerable. In its 2014 “Expenditures on Children by Families” report, the United States Department of Agriculture estimated…

When summer comes to mind, we almost always focus on picnics, days lounging on the beach, and tasty iced drinks. But hot weather has a…

Blue skies and warm weather entice people to enjoy the great outdoors. For many people, few things are more enjoyable than soaking up some rays…

Warm weather invites all types of relaxing thoughts and behaviors. People embrace various ways of relaxing in the summer, from choosing lightweight clothes to spending…

The 4th of July is fast approaching and revelers across the nation are preparing to toast their independence with family and friends. For many Americans,…

Thinking seasonal is always a recipe for success. The colors of the summer and sweet, tart, cool flavors of fruits of the season can decorate…

Nice weather often equates to an uptick in road trips. During such trips, motorists and their passengers will need to take breaks to refuel both…

Dad gets to be king of his castle at least one day during the year. Come mid-June, children near and far scramble for ideas to…