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From Tater Tot Casserole to Instant Pot Chicken Chili, here’s a look back at the recipes you loved most from Simply Recipes from 2018. Happy New Year! Continue reading “Our Most Popular Recipes from 2018” »

… A garden that accommodates change The catchy phrase “right plant, right place” has gone viral in the gardening world, and it makes me groan. If these words referred only to choosing a plant suited to the site, soil  and regional climate, I’m good with it, but it also seems to imply more. It is...

Check out these BBQ Meatloaf Bites! Foods in miniature tend to go over well with kids, and our Eat Your Food! columnist Nick Evans found that to be true with these mini meatloaf bites baked in muffin tins. (We bet grown-ups will like them, too!) Continue reading “BBQ Meatloaf Bites” »

Gougères are crisp rounds of choux pastry flavored with cheese. There are many variations, from the type of cheese used, to adding extra ingredients such as finely chopped chives (or green onions) and cooked bacon. They make a delicious hors d’oeuvre but I also like to serve them with soups and stews. Some say the...

Got a new Instant Pot but not sure where to begin? We’ve got you covered! Think of this as your driver’s ed. You’ll be pressure cooking easy dinners, pantry basics, and desserts (yes, desserts!) in no time. Continue reading “How to Use an Instant Pot: A First-Timer’s Guide” »