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Banana-Bran Muffins

Cooking — By the end of the week, any bananas left in the fruit bowl are past their prime--just right for these moist bran muffins. Add a handful of dark chocolate chips to entice children to enjoy a fiber-rich treat. Ingredient Notes: You can use ...More…

Parmesan Crisps

Cooking — These flavorful wafers, simply baked grated cheese, make a delightful accompaniment to soups or a sophisticated nibble to serve with drinks. As the only ingredient, the cheese matters here. Be sure to use imported Parmigiano-Reggiano (look for ...More…

Braised Bok Choy with Tomatoes & Gruyere

Cooking — The distinctive flavors of tomatoes, olives and Gruyere combine to give bok choy a Mediterranean flair. Place oil and garlic in a large high-sided skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat and cook until the garlic is sizzling and fragrant, about 3 ...More…

Miso-Glazed Peas & Carrots

Cooking — This sweet, salty and tangy twist on the old standby vegetable combo is sure to please the whole family. Ingredient Note: Miso: Fermented bean paste made from barley, rice or soybeans used in Japanese cooking to add flavor to dishes, such as ...More…

Maple Walnut Coffeecake

Cooking — Instead of a crumbly streusel, this sour cream coffeecake gets a maple syrup "filling" chock full of walnuts. Serve with coffee or tea. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter and flour 9- to 10-cup Bundt pan. Tap out excess flour. FOR FILLING: .. ...More…

Turkey with Walnut Parmesan Sauce

Cooking — Ground walnuts thicken this unique sauce and give it both a subtle nuttiness and an appealing creamy texture, both of which are perfect with turkey. Grind 1/4 cup of the walnuts to a powder in a food processor. In a small saucepan, melt the ...More…

Buñuelos (Yucca Fritters)

Cooking — Put yucca and sweet potatoes in a medium pot and cover with cold water by 2-in. Bring to a boil over medium high heat and cook until soft, about 20 minutes. Drain, then mash with a potato masher until smooth, discarding any fibrous pieces. Set ...More…

Salsa Criolla

Cooking — This simple dish, from El Bordo de las Lanzas, looks like a salsa but is usually eaten as a side dish with grilled or roasted meats. Pour olive oil and red wine vinegar into a large mixing bowl and whisk together. Add onion, tomatoes, and green ...More…

Florentine Style Baked Beans

Cooking — Put beans in an earthenware casserole, cover with cold water, and set aside to soak at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain, and add cold water to just cover beans. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Add prosciutto, oil, tomatoes, garlic, and sage to ...More…

Colorful Couscous Salad with Chicken

Cooking — This exotic salad is a delicious way to experience the extraordinary taste of couscous. Couscous is made from refined durum wheat and looks like tiny grains. It is often used in North African cuisine. If you don't eat every last morsel, try the ...More…

Original Roasted Raspberry Chipotle Sauce & Cream Cheese ...

Cooking — Original Roasted Raspberry Chipotle Sauce & Cream Cheese Appetizer If there's an easier, more elegant and delicious appetizer bring it on. With just a twist of the wrist this show-stopping recipe can be ready to serve in less than a minute. Place ...More…

Braised Shrimp in Ginger-Coconut Sauce

Cooking — Place ginger, garlic, turmeric, chili pepper, and vinegar in food processor or blender. Process to form paste. In wok over medium-high heat, warm peanut oil. Add onions and spice paste and stir-fry until onions soften, 2-3 minutes. Add shrimp and ...More…