So you’ve purchased your new Hamilton Beach food processor and now you’re combing your favorite food blogs, Pinterest boards, and Instagram accounts for recipe inspo. While you’ll have no problem finding tasty hummus and pesto recipes online, take one step back and learn a little more about your food processor before putting your culinary skills to the test. Continue reading “Beyond the Chop: Mastering your Food Processor”
Month: June 2017
Homemade Corn Dogs
There’s something nostalgic about corn dogs. You probably remember eating them as an after school snack (and now your kids do the same), or enjoying them at the state fair along with other fair faves like funnel cake and cotton candy. Maybe you still love them to this day. Pat, the Test Kitchen manager, said her husband has always been a fan of the portable snack – and honestly, what’s not to like? Continue reading “Homemade Corn Dogs”
Red, White & Blue(berry) No-Bake Cheesecake
As the Fourth of July approaches, most of us are preparing for our annual backyard blowout. The to-do list includes menu-planning, mowing the lawn, and gathering all the red, white, and blue decorations you can find (banners, cupcake toppers, plates, napkins, koozies, the works). While there won’t be any shortage of American flags at the Independence Day celebrations, why not make some menu items to match? Continue reading “Red, White & Blue(berry) No-Bake Cheesecake”
Pillow Talk: Iron-on Summer Throw Pillows
With a change in season comes a change in style. The summertime brings bright colors, light fabrics, floral prints, and nautical-themed everything. While you’re taking the time to swap out your sweaters for shorts, do the same with your home decor. It’s time to put away the fuzzy blankets and add some summer flair to your space. Continue reading “Pillow Talk: Iron-on Summer Throw Pillows”
Making Peach Salsa in a Food Processor
When the seasons change I take full advantage by cooking with the best and brightest ingredients in my kitchen. With summer comes plump tomatoes, fragrant, garden-fresh herbs, juicy peaches, and perfectly sweet berries. Whether I am making homemade pesto with herbs from my garden or fresh salsa, summer ingredients inspire me to experiment with flavors all season long. Continue reading “Making Peach Salsa in a Food Processor”
Grilled Greens: Grilled Romaine Caesar
There are a few dishes that automatically come to mind when I’m meal planning in the summertime – burgers, kebabs, thick, juicy steaks. You know, the foods that – in my mind – should definitely have grill marks. Continue reading “Grilled Greens: Grilled Romaine Caesar”
Slow Cooker Maple Bourbon Wings
If you decided to skip the restaurant crowds and cook for dad this Father’s Day, you’ve come to the right place. If your dad isn’t a picky eater, it can be difficult to narrow down the menu for a special meal. Would he enjoy a casual backyard cookout equipped with grilled burgers and homemade french fries? What about a beautiful sous vide steak and summer salad? Stop your brainstorming while you’re ahead and plan to make Slow Cooker Bourbon Maple Chicken Wings. Continue reading “Slow Cooker Maple Bourbon Wings”
Father’s Day Guinness Floats
It’s that time of year again – Mother’s Day has come and gone and it’s time to celebrate dear ol’ dad. We cooked a multi-course brunch for mom but we’re going a different route for dad this weekend – a Guinness ice cream float. Continue reading “Father’s Day Guinness Floats”
