Recipes

Crispy rice is just rice that’s packed in a pan, cut then pan fried until golden and ultra crispy. Can’t-stop-eating-them good! Munch on them plain like chips, or use as a base for toppings to make modern Asian-style canapés – like Nobu’s Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice. Crispy rice cakes These are the base for the Nobu copy-cat Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice recipe that I also published today. But everyone who’s tried the plain crispy rice cakes declared them so good, they insisted they should be published as a separate recipe. So here it is! Nobu copy-cat Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice...

When white Americans refer to “pickles,” they are usually talking about vinegary, sour cucumbers, but that’s a narrow, ahistorical understanding of fermented vegetables. Pickles originated in the East as a form of food preservation. One of the prime purveyors of pickles you may not be thinking about? Japan.Read more...

If you have to be at a potluck in a matter of a few hours, there are plenty of easy potluck ideas that require a minimal amount of time and will still impress the guests — several don't even involve a trip to the store! Whether you're throwing a potluck or attending one, check out our fave easy-peasy potluck recipes that will get you ready to go ASAP.What are the best foods to bring to a potluck?​The best foods to bring to a potluck are easy-to-make dishes and finger foods like cheese dip, corn on the cob, casseroles, guacamole, slow...

Watermelon Salad Few dishes are more refreshing than this Watermelon Salad tossed with salty feta, tender mint, creamy avocado, edamame, and simple lime dressing. It’s made for the hottest summer days! Why You’ll Love This Watermelon Salad Recipe Sweet and Savory. I’ve sipped Watermelon Smoothies and I’ve eaten more slabs of cut watermelon than I can count, but pairing watermelon with savory, salty flavors like feta and red onion? That was a revelation. Think of it as the perfect hybrid between a summery Fruit Salad and a classic dinner salad made with fresh greens (like this Arugula Salad).  Effortless Recipe. With...

Registered dietitian Lara Whitson, RD, LD, shares how watermelon is actually healthy for you, along with five watermelon recipes. Is watermelon healthy? Watermelon is 92% water. No surprise there, considering it’s in the name. But more than keeping you hydrated during hot summer days, watermelon has a number of other health benefits. It’s packed with antioxidants like lycopene that can help protect against chronic diseases like diabetes and cardiovascular disease. And when eaten regularly as part of a healthy balanced diet, it can help make you feel fuller longer. With a low amount of calories, sodium and cholesterol, alongside higher amounts of calcium, vitamin C and magnesium, watermelon...