This dark chocolate Texas sheet cake is rich and moist and is big enough to feed a crowd, making it ideal for large gatherings. Jump to Recipe Right out of college I worked at a small non-profit art museum that ran on a shoe-string budget. We were all overworked and underpaid, but we were a tight-knit group of folks as we had to do the equivalent of three jobs, constantly helping each other out. Deb, the woman in charge of development and fundraising, was a huge foodie, a phrase I had never heard before (this was the early 90s). For the first company potluck picnic I was invited to, she dictated the menu to everyone. I was assigned Texas Sheet...
Chili Mac is a hearty, delicious dish filled with ground beef, noodles, cheese, beans, and so much more. Now you can take your weeknight meals to another level with this one pot chili mac recipe! It’s so easy to make in just one pot, and it’s ready to serve in 30 minutes. Pin this recipe for later! What’s in this Chili Mac Recipe? This easy, cheesy dinner is so hearty and comforting. It’s filled with beans, ground beef, cheese, macaroni, and lots of other good stuff. This has quickly become a family favorite in our house! Olive Oil: Cooks the garlic, onion, and beef without burning them. Onions and Garlic: Add rich, earthy flavor. Seasonings: White and black pepper, and...
An exciting evening awaits you if you plan to host an around-the-world dinner and event! Your menu can begin in Asia or Europe before moving across continents to America or even Australia; whatever you plan, this blog post is here as your culinary travel companion. Make the most of every meal, make it special by perhaps also dressing accordingly to every country. 1) Let’s begin in India: One of the world’s most tantalizing culinary experiences awaits in India, from street-side snack stalls to elaborate feasts. From exotic spices and curries with aromatic oils to freshly baked bread from tandoori ovens and creamy lassis boasting healthful properties – take the journey and see it for yourself! Don’t forget local favorites like...
Memorial Day weekend is one of our favorite times to get together with friends and family — it’s an important moment of both remembrance and celebration, and it marks the unofficial start to summer. This year, we’ve found a bunch of options that mix up traditional Memorial Day recipes with more adventurous, bolder flavors, giving you a range of options (while always steering clear of refined grains and sugars). We’ve divided these Memorial Day recipes into easy-to-peruse categories, from appetizers to drinks and desserts, and also separated make-ahead recipes from those that are grilled and served immediately. We think that cooking should be for everyone, so the recipes we’ve selected here should work pretty easily for most home cooks —...
Beloved by foodies everywhere, guacamole should be on every home cook’s repertoire. And we have the perfect recipe. Guacamole, everyone’s favorite culinary delight, traces its roots to the Aztecs of 16th-century Mexico, where avocados were held in high regard. This vibrant mash-up, once a mere sidekick to traditional meals, has now grown into a global gastronomic phenomenon. It was the Spanish conquistadors who brought guacamole to Europe, setting the stage for its international journey. The reason guacamole is probably my favorite side dish, is that it works so amazingly well with almost anything. Of course, the usual suspects. Tortilla chips. Tacos. Burritos. But there’s almost nothing that doesn’t benefit from a side of silky, slightly chunky, flavorful avocado symphony. Serve...
