Seriously Simple: Chocolate molten cakes for your sweetheart
Life has been less than sweet this past year. So, what could be better than a chocolate caramel dessert to cheer us up on this holiday of love. And remember,...
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Seriously Simple: Roast tri-tip is enhanced with coffee crust
One of my favorite cuts of meat is the triangle tip roast, sometimes called "bottom sirloin" or "tri-tip." It is triangular and is marbled for flavorful cooking on the grill...
Seriously Simple: Maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness to corn muffins
These sweet little corn nuggets are a big hit on my table any time of year. Combining flour with cornmeal lightens the batter, and the sweet maple and brown sugar...
Seriously Simple: Try this split pea soup with a twist
Split pea soup was a favorite of mine during my college days. It was inexpensive, filling and straightforward to prepare — a satisfying soup for cold days and evenings. This...
Seriously Simple: Chocolate and peanut butter brownies, a favorite combination
A chocolate confection cut into rectangles or squares, brownies can be cakey or fudgy (depending upon the amount of flour and fat that is used). They may be as simple...
Seriously Simple: Shaved vegetable salad starts the new year off right
Jonathan Waxman began his cooking career in the '80s at Michael's restaurant in Santa Monica, California. It was there he learned the tenets of modern California cuisine and practiced them...
Seriously Simple: Light Up Hanukkah with potato pancake frittata and maple cinnamon apple sauce
This year we will all be having tiny gatherings to celebrate this happy holiday. So rather than making individual potato pancakes why not try this one-pan take on the traditional...
Seriously Simple: This year’s Thanksgiving calls for turkey breast
It has been quite the year. And now we are faced with a pandemic Thanksgiving. That means many of us will be dining alone or with a significant other or...
Seriously Simple: Pumpkin tea bread is a sign of the season
Here's a quick bread that doesn't rely upon yeast to rise. In this recipe, baking powder and baking soda act as the leavening agent. No rising or kneading required. Just...
Seriously Simple: A comforting dish to savor in challenging times
Comforting food means different things to each of us. If you've had a bad day, nothing seems to hit the spot better than a bowl of steaming chicken soup with...