A hearty dinner of pan-seared pork chops with roasted peppers, potatoes, and onions is a weeknight wonder. The vegetables are dusted liberally with two kinds of paprika to give them a sweet and smoky ...

1. Rinse the chickpeas and transfer to a large saucepan. Add a large pinch of salt and enough water to cover them by several inches. Bring to a boil, skim the surface thoroughly, and lower the heat.

Have you ever considered making your own homemade paprika? It’s surprisingly simple and offers a world of difference in flavor compared to store-bought varieties. I remember the first time I tried it, ...

Peel apples; cut into quarters. Remove the core and cut each apple quarter into 3 slices. Heat a large, well-seasoned cast-iron or nonstick skillet over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; add ...

Instructions: Remove stems and seeds of 4 dried ancho chiles. Using a mortar and pestle, break up chiles. Using a spice grinder, and working in batches if necessary, pulse until coarsely ground. In a ...

I smile when I think of how lentils have become culinary all-stars, beloved by chefs and home cooks alike. The thing about lentils is they can be frugal or fabulous. We grew up with the frugal version ...

1. Carefully peel the eggs and cut them in half lengthwise. Remove the yolks to a medium work bowl, arranging the egg whites cut-side up on a plate. 2. Use a fork to mash the yolks as smooth as ...

This simple ingredient is a fried-chicken game-changer, and once you've tried it will become a regular addition to your go-to ...