Do You Know Your Noodles?


Updated 10/06/11 3:20 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

10 Different Types of Noodles

The word "noodle" may have originated from the German word "nudel," but we can all celebrate this delicious global carb. Stir-fried, boiled, and served in soups and casseroles, what's not to love about these multishaped strips of goodness? Oct. 6 is National Noodle Day, so quiz yourself to see how well you know your different types of noodles. Question 1 of 10What type of noodle is this? Read more

Yummy Links: From Donald Trump to Gwyneth Paltrow


Updated 04/13/11 10:55 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 0 comments

How to Host a First Passover Seder, and More From the Web

Donald Trump eyes the wine business with a vineyard purchase. — Daily Dish The future of factory farming. — Huffington Post Food Taco Bell's testing taco shells made of Nacho Cheese Doritos. — Slashfood The 101 tastiest noodle dishes in America. — Grub Street NY Kroger jumps on the sustainable seafood bandwagon. — Reuters Here's how to host your first Passover Seder. — Chow Check Read more

Sunday Dinner: Sizzling Clams With Udon


Updated 02/08/12 10:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Recipe For Clams With Udon Noodles

Seafood pasta is one thing that pescetarians will likely never tire of. Toothsome noodles and chewy shellfish are an unbeatable duo. But if linguine con vongole is one of those dishes you can make with your eyes closed, then try a new spin on that winning combination. This pan-Asian pasta adds a completely new angle to a comfort food standby. Rather than sautéeing or steaming the clams, the Read more

Monday's Leftovers: Sirloin Veggie Stir-Fry


Updated 02/08/12 10:50 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 0 comments

Fast and Easy Recipe For Sirloin Veggie Stir-Fry

My mom once told me that the fastest way to get dinner on the table is to make a stir-fry. Now that I've been graced with a hectic schedule myself, I've come to realize she's right. Start off the beginning of the week with a stir-fry that makes use of the weekend's sirloin steak, and relies on evergreen pantry essentials such as sun-dried tomatoes, scallions, and hot peppers for zest. In lieu of Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Soba and Tofu in Ginger Broth


Updated 02/08/12 10:49 AM · Posted by partysugar · 3 comments

Soba and Tofu in Ginger Broth Recipe

Tonight look to Asia for a meal that is quick, delicious, healthy, and filling. The secret to this noodle dish is a simple homemade broth infused with garlic, ginger, and scallions. The noodles are cooked in the fragrant mixture that is enhanced with several teaspoons of salty soy sauce. The ingredient list calls for bok choy, snow peas, and serrano chiles, but feel free to incorporate your Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Sesame Noodles With Chopped Peanuts


Updated 02/08/12 10:49 AM · Posted by partysugar · 0 comments

Sesame Noodles With Chopped Peanut Recipe

To make an authentic, Asian-style noodle dish, you don't need a lot of time or fancy ingredients. Don't believe me? This recipe proves it can be done. It takes regular angel hair pasta and tosses it with a fragrant sauce made of ginger, garlic, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, and chili oil. Green onions, peanuts, and Thai basil are the garnish, but feel free to toss in some more veggies (like Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Sesame Noodles With Tofu Steaks


Updated 02/08/12 10:49 AM · Posted by partysugar · 5 comments

Sesame Noodles With Tofu Steaks Recipe

While reading the February issue of Bon Appétit, I was surprised to learn that buckwheat, the fruit seed used to make soba noodles, is in season. Since I didn't even realize that it was seasonal, I've decided to cook with it more. This quick and simple recipe turns soba noodles into a healthy vegetarian meal. The noodles are topped with tofu, bok choy, and green onions. This dish would also be Read more

Must Read: Easy Asian Noodles


Updated 03/19/10 4:05 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 0 comments

Cookbook Review: Easy Asian Noodles by Helen Chen

Upon realizing that March is National Noodle Month and National Sauce Month, I've been obsessed with learning more about Eastern noodle dishes and Asian sauces. So I swore it was culinary kismet when I got sent a copy of Easy Asian Noodles ($18). The title is by Helen Chen, a writer with three other Chinese cookbooks under her belt and the founder of an Asian cookware line. For an established Read more

Noodle Over Stir-Fried Shrimp and Cilantro


Updated 03/19/12 8:47 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 6 comments

Simple Stir-Fry Shrimp and Rice Noodle Recipe Dinner

I'm always looking for easy dinners that are tasty and fresh. Stir-fries are the perfect candidate for such a meal and this weekend, I pulled out the wok to make a simple shrimp and rice noodle dish. The shrimp required the most prep since I had to devein them. However, once all of the ingredients are prepped in individual bowls, the cook time is really fast. In under 15 minutes, I had an Read more

Name That Noodle Dish!


Updated 03/13/10 3:24 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 20 comments

Quiz: Identify the Noodle Dish

If last week's scores are any indication, most of you are pretty savvy when it comes to your Asian sauce smarts. But this month isn't only National Sauce Month; it also happens to be National Noodle Month. Because I know you're up to the challenge, I'm stepping things up a notch. Are you ready to use your noodle to identify these delicious ribbonlike dishes from around the world? See how well Read more