Are you as addicted to pinning tasty recipes and beautiful food photos as we are? If so, join the party and follow us on Pinterest. We've got several boards with amazing recipes, fast and easy meal ideas, great kitchen inspiration, and so much more. Not only is it totally inspiring, but it's a great way to bookmark and organize your favorite recipes. We're big fans. Can't wait to see you around the boards!
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We want to know what you are growing, cooking, eating, and sipping! Take this crepe breakfast I recently shared as an example. Every so often, my family gets together for a feast of North African crepes topped with fresh fruit, sliced almonds, and honey (optional: leftover Easter candy). It's delicious and one of my favorite traditions. Share your own great photos of your food traditions and experiences in our Savory Sights community group. To find out more information, just read on.
Few things are as satisfying as a patty in a bun with savory toppings and condiments. Yes, I'm talking about burgers. And what better time to get creative with your burger-making than National Burger Month? Keep things classic with the perfect homemade cheeseburger or take things to a fancier level with a brie-stuffed burger. And don't forget about the ketchup and mustard! We've got some great recipes for you to experiment with making your own. Click through for some delicious burger inspiration.
It's all too easy to rely on the grocery store for some staple ingredients. But in reality, things like whipped cream and pickles are so easy to make on your own, you may never buy them again once you've tried the DIY version. Homemade bread, although it takes time and patience, is incredibly rewarding. You'll earn major culinary bragging rights by making any of these eight ideas from scratch.
Recently, we had the chance to break bread with Chef Joanne Weir, from Joanne Weir's Cooking Class, and talk all about Mediterranean ingredients and cooking styles. One of the dishes that she taught us how to make was a Spanish coca, or pizza. The toppings were simple but satisfying: wilted chard with sweet raisins and walnuts.
The result was light and satisfying, with a great combination of sweet and salty flavors. The crunchy texture of the walnuts complemented the wilted greens really well, which served as a great reminder to use this nutritious nut more often.
The recipe includes a simple dough that requires about one hour of rising time, but feel free to use your favorite store-bought pizza dough to make life easier on yourself. Another option is to make the dough ahead of time, freeze it, then take it out to thaw the morning that you plan to make your coca.
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We spent the last month taking a look at this planet and all of the deliciousness it has to offer. We talked about everything from Meatless Mondays to environmentally-friendly kitchen equipment. We even took a tour of the produce rainbow! And now, we've rounded everything up for you should you ever want a reminder that our culinary choices do make a significant impact on this world. Click through for nine ways to eat greener and keep this planet beautiful.
I like to keep a few well-loved recipes in my repertoire to make time and time again, and birthday cake is something that I find myself happily making several times a year. I typically turn to a very rich chocolate cake from Ina Garten or a simple vanilla cake from the Magnolia Bakery cookbook. I've noticed, however, that yellow cake is a favorite of many, but until now I'd never thought to make it from scratch.
Most recipes for yellow cake use buttermilk, which differentiates it from a standard vanilla cake. I noticed a particularly mouthwatering photo floating around on Pinterest months ago that I couldn't get out of my head. Rather than buttermilk, this specific recipe calls for butter flavoring, which you can find at cake supply stores or online.
This cake comes together easily. I used two seven-inch cake pans and had a little bit of leftover batter for a few cupcakes. The simple vanilla buttercream frosting is delicious and rich, but I'd like to experiment with some more exciting flavors in the future. It tasted rich, buttery, and slightly sinful. The cake itself was moist and dense, which I appreciated, and one piece was more than enough to keep me satisfied.
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It's picnic season, and that means long, warm afternoons sprawled out on a blanket with good company, good food, and of course, good drinks. Keep things simple by choosing drinks that don't require a lot of complicated preparation like muddling. These 11 options can be made ahead of time, put in a pretty bottle or container, and enjoyed in the sunshine. Click through for the recipes.
Weddings are known for a few things: photos, tears, smiles, dancing, and lots of booze. I've been to my fair share of weddings with a full bar, but many people opt to serve just beer and wine. Both have their benefits and drawbacks (as well as significantly different price points). There's also the option to serve a signature cocktail for the evening, which can be a fun, creative part of a wedding. So we want to know what you think. How did you serve drinks at your wedding? If you haven't tied the knot yet, do you have a preference at weddings?
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Breakfast sure seems to be a popular subject, especially on Instagram. We were thrilled by how many of you shared your delicious and (mostly) nutritious breakfasts with us for our last photo challenge. We selected five that made us crave breakfast foods all day long! Click through to get hungry.
Make the most out of the rest of this season by hosting a Spring-themed soiree. Each course reflects seasonal colors and flavors, and the result is satisfying, both for your taste buds and visually. Find our menu below!
 Fizzy Gin and Lavender Lemonade |
 Onion Jam and Goat Cheese Crostini |
 Roast Chicken and Spring Vegetables |
 Asparagus With Grated Egg and Vinaigrette |
 Warm Artichoke and Mushroom Salad |
 Strawberry Pavlova |
Hosting a cocktail party out of your home is intimate and charming but can sometimes be a source of great stress. The truth is that a little bit of planning and preparation can go a long way. Who wants to spend the party worrying about things like running to get more ice or salvaging burnt hors d'oeuvres? We've got five tips to help you host a smooth soiree.
Make sure to have enough ice.
The last thing you'll want to do is run to the store for more ice while your guests' drinks run dry. Make sure to get enough ice ahead of time for the number of guests you're inviting. Also fill your ice trays earlier in the day for backup.
Stock a variety of mixers and garnishes.
You may be set on serving a signature cocktail for the evening, but just in case it's not everybody's style, keep a variety of drink mixers on hand. We recommend tonic water, cranberry and orange juice, a variety of sodas, and margarita mix. Set out basic garnishes like lemon peels, lime wedges, and maraschino cherries, but don't be afraid to get creative as well: fresh herbs and berries would be fun and pretty. You may want to have a few bottles of wine and a six-pack of beer in the refrigerator just in case your guests don't drink hard liquor.
Don't forget about music.
Sometimes it can take a while for lively conversation to develop, and nothing is more awkward than a silent room. This is where background music comes in very handy. Spend a little bit of time developing a playlist for the evening that matches the mood you're trying to set. Choose calmer songs for the beginning of the evening, and as people start to warm, the music can, too!
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If you're hoping to add a personalized touch to your wedding, consider handing out house-made edibles as wedding favors. Depending on how many guests you're inviting, this might sound like a daunting endeavor, but we've got eight homemade ideas that can be easily multiplied for large groups. Click through to see them all.
