Cooking Essentials

Jul 12, 2022

West African-Inspired Chicken Peanut Stew

Sweet potatoes and collards — both southern staples — are home to West Africa, where they have been part of dishes like this chicken peanut stew for hundreds of years. 

Jul 12, 2022

Tex-Mex Chicken, Sweet Potato, and Pepper Sheet Pan

This Tex-Mex dinner is made even simpler with the sheet pan method. Add your favorite vegetables, a chicken breast, and this easy marinade to create a flavorful feast. 

Jul 12, 2022

Southern Style Chicken and Vegetable Sheet Pan

Marinating your chicken adds moisture to the meat helping to prevent the chicken from drying out during the cooking process. 

Jul 12, 2022

Smoothie Bowl

Smoothies are a great way to use up extra spinach or fruit you may have around. Pre-slice and freeze your fruit to help add better texture to your smoothie. 

Jul 12, 2022

Quick and Easy Pho

This easy at-home Vietnamese-inspired noodle soup is perfect for a busy weeknight. Bone broth adds a depth of flavor to the soup, but for a true vegan dish feel free to swap it out for vegetable broth. 

Jul 12, 2022

Peruvian Chicken and Rice Soup

A traditional chicken soup in Peru, Aguadito de Pollo combines the bright flavors of cilantro with chicken, vegetables, and rice. 

Jul 12, 2022

Persian-Inspired Eggplant Stew

This recipe was inspired by Khoresh Bademjan (Khor-ESHT Bahd-em-joon) which is a famous Persian dish that combines spices, eggplant, and tomatoes. 

Jul 12, 2022

Microwave Ramen

Ramen is a staple dish for many young adults. This version is extremely easy and more filling than the prepackaged versions. 

Jul 12, 2022

Matzo Ball Soup

Matzo Ball Soup is a traditional Jewish dish typically eaten during the Passover holiday but can be enjoyed year-round. This broth-based soup is as soothing as it is delicious. 

Jul 12, 2022

Maple-Glazed Vegetables and Italian Sausage Sheet Pan

Sheet pan meals are a home cook’s dream. Simple to prep and easy to clean up, sheet pan meals offer a quick way to prep a few meals at one time.