Its such a versatile pantry staple. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Growing up, I did not understand the power of vegetables. Needless to say, lentils (yes, theyretechnically a vegetable!) Simply Recipes / Getty Images Unlike other canned versions, it has a simple ingredient list just lentils, water, and sea salt. This makes cooking with these earthy, nutty legumes easier than ever. Another area where lentils hit the mark for me is in their health benefits....

I always look forward to this affordable little treat as my reward. Lately, my go-to has been Trader Joe’sA Handful of Tiny Dark Chocolate Covered Pretzels. It’s a harmonious blend that would satisfy any snack craving. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Beyond their deliciousness, the portion size is also a selling point. They can even be incorporated into baking projects. Tiny pretzel chocolate chip cookies, anyone? Simply Recipes / Trader Joe’s...

Which is the better option for your kitchen? Le Creuset weighs in. They do have different shapes, which affects how food cooks in them. Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Retailers below It also has a roomy cooking surface which is ideal for searing meat or veggies. It locks in heat and moisture, slow-cooking your stew perfectly. What Is Each Best Used For? Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas...

A food editor explains the difference between PYREX with capital letters and pyrex with lowercase letters. The Pyrex glass measuring cup is a staple in my kitchen, as it is for so many cooks. Beyond that, I use Pyrex casserole dishes, loaf pans, and pie pans often. Simply Recipes / Wanda Abraham I was as surprised as you might behere are the differences. Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas What Is the Difference Between PYREX and pyrex?...

That doesnt mean we don’t enjoy festive treats between the morning egg hunt and our family meal. As an adult, I like to stick to the same dishes I grew up with. Theres no way Im missing a giant slice ofcarrot cake! Simply Recipes / Molly Allen I also make a quick and easy treatbirds nest cookiesevery year. They’re also a fun baking projects for kids. Choosing the Right Chocolate I like to use Ghirardelli white chocolate baking bars for this recipe....

Ive been making this recipe since my broke days as an intern. Now I feed it to my family of four. Simply Recipes / Molly Adams While grocery prices continue to climb, every day my family demands three meals. Simply Recipes / Molly Adams Moments after unpacking my latest grocery haul, it feels like my fridge and cupboards immediately look bare. Everyone warned me that my kids will eat me out of house and home....

Bourdain finally acknowledged that plants could be amped up and made more exciting. Unfortunately for me, he heaped his eloquent disdain on vegetarians and vegans. I spent years cooking and writing about vegetarian and vegan food. Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Getty Images I wasnt the only veg-head paying attention. He teasesmaximum flavor from a vegetable, and its worth making. Toss to coat and spread them out on the panmake sure there is plenty of room between the pieces....

it’s possible for you to only find them for a limited time. Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock Apples are the fall treat that happen to be widely available all year long. If you put any of those varieties into a pie, Ill be your best friend for life. Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock Even though apples are easy to come by, you’re able to’t find all varieties year-round. Available at Trader Joes as a limited-time offering, SugarBee apples boast a firm texture and a crisp bite....

It wouldnt be the holidays without it. My familys Christmas must-have is a quirky appetizer called sprouts in blankets. Water chestnuts were hard to come by in our small town, so my mom subbed Brussels sprouts. Simply Recipes / Ali Redmond Since liver of any kind was a hard sell in our home, she omitted it altogether. The sweetness of real maple syrup counters the bitterness of the sprouts. Tips for Perfect Sprouts in a Blanket The most important thing for this dish is the shopping....

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. It’s part of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, which ends on March 25. It’s my most-used cookware. Simply Recipes / Amazon I’m not saying you should buy just any kind of sheet pan. Never ever get the dark-colored, thin-as-paper sheet pans you find at your grocery store or local CVS. They’ll warp under high heat, burn your food, and likely rust....

Banana bread has it all: it is moist, tender, and perfectly sweet. Its probably one of the easiest baked goods it’s possible for you to make at home. Plus, its a crowd-pleaser. Mrs. Hockmeyer’s Banana Bread Recipe.Simply Recipes / Heidi Harring Everyone likes banana bread. Ive long wondered about this mysterious Mrs. Hockmeyer, so I asked Elise. Her son and my brother were in private school together and we would carpool all the time....

It’s packed full of banana flavor. Royal recipes are so fun to try out at home, especially when theyre fancied-up takes onthe familiar. Im sure that when she gets home from school today, shell ask for more. Simply Recipes / Getty Images / Coco Morante After that, you toss in dried cherries, raisins, and walnuts. Then, there was the question of 1 pound ripe bananas. Are we weighing the bananas before or after peeling?...

verify you grab more than just one. and certain coveted brands can be expensive and hard to get your hands on. Simply Recipes / Meghan Splawn What Is Panettone? Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock This yeasted bread is popular in Italy, specifically around holidays like Christmas and Easter. Highly prized loaves sell for anywhere from$25to$80. After all, other supermarkets sell panettone for around the same price. Simply Recipes / Meghan Splawn...