Its become a new easy dinner favorite. Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe I’m not one to typically reach for a meat-loaded pizza. That is unless it’s paired with something spicy. Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe Then, I’m all in! And I’m so glad I did! It’s a delicious, quick, and easy dinner option that has quickly become a new favorite. Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Trader Joe’s...

you might skip all the mixing and shaping. Theres the unpacking, settling in, and catching up on chores. Twenty minutes later, we all sat down to a simple yet delicious meal. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Its so easy to use them in a family-friendly meal like spaghetti and meatballs or meatball subs. And these genuinely won me over. They’re quite large, with 12 generously sized meatballs in a 20.4-ounce package....

Its my favorite lunch. Simply Recipes / Julie and Amy Luxemberg Mediterranean food is my favorite cuisine. Wed spend hours talking, giggling, and devouring salads. Simply Recipes / Julie and Amy Luxemberg With an extra drizzle of red wine vinegar, it takes me right back to the Greek place. Its affordable and so flavorful with bits of cucumber, fresh lemon juice, dill, and garlic. It also happens to be dairy-free....

Remember: You don’t need to explain yourself to anyone. How do youkeep dry libations interestingand social interactions free of awkward moments? I went to some experts for tips for going into the festive season with confidence. Simply Recipes / Leela Cyd / Sally Vargas / Sam Schick you’ve got the option to leave it at that! No explanation is necessary. Julia Bainbridgeis the author ofGood Drinks: Alcohol-Free Recipes for When Youre Not Drinking for Whatever Reason....

Stop wasting your hard-earned money on labels that aren’t worth the cost. When I asked him about the most impactful chicken label, he didn’t hesitate. " What Is Air-Chilled Chicken? Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock How Does Air-Chilled Compare to Other Common Labels? It’s not always feasible to purchase air-chilled, sustainably raised chicken at every opportunity. Instead, he advises buying chicken from quality butchers or local farms whenever you’re able....

Here’s what the experts say about what to look for when buying butternut squash. Can you blame me? How can I avoid that dreaded pale, tasteless interior? Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham Similar towatermelon, it’s impossible to know what the inside looks like without cutting through the skin. Here’s what I found out from the experts about picking the best butternut squash. Light to dark green spots on the skin tells you it’s definitely not ready to be eaten....

Save it for making eggs and sauteeing fish instead. Simply Recipes / Getty Images A high-quality (non-toxic) nonstick pan is an essential tool in my kitchen. And while I absolutely adore my nonstick skillet, it unfortunately isnt the best tool for every recipe. Simply Recipes / Getty Images In fact, there’s one food in particular that you should never cook in a nonstick skillet. However, excessive preheating (especially at high heat) is also not ideal for nonstick....

I always have a bag in my freezer. While the fresh stuff appears fleetingly every summer, frozen ones are always in season. What was the big deal, I wondered. Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock But for some reason, it took a while for frozen cherries to join that list. Of course, I buy those, too! But my favorite way to experience frozen cherries is simply snacking on them just as they are....

It’s available at Target, Kroger, Albertsons, Safeway, and many other grocery stores. And then maybe one more scoop. Well, you get the picture. Simply Recipes / Getty Images And Tillamook achieves this in spades. Speaking of texture, there’s a lot to unpack here. The result is a smooth, rich, and (duh) creamy ice cream. Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / Retailers below Tillamook’s Neopolitan ice cream also somehow manages to have this incredible fluffy texture....

Try it once and you’ll never look back. Im hardly a recipe purist, but any more than that, and youre in panini territory. Grilled cheese is about simplicity. Simply Recipes / Photo by Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Ruth Blackburn / Prop Styling by Claire Spollen It should taste primarily of cheese and toasty bread. Anything youre adding to the sandwich should compliment those primary flavors, not overpower them....

It’s not worth the cost. Here’s a better thing to get instead. Simply Recipes / Williams Sonoma I was gifted a 12-piece knife block from my wedding registry. Simply Recipes / Williams Sonoma This awakening came to me during a cooking class at my local Sur La Table. Here are three easy tips for taking care of your chef’s knife. Simply Recipes / Williams Sonoma Simply Recipes / Myo Quinn

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. You dont need New Years resolutions. You just need a new set of these. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Simply Recipes / Getty Images New year, new you is a tired concept. Just typing those words makes me tired. Big changes usually dont stick, and trying to make them stick is both frustrating and demoralizing. Simply Recipes / Amazon Thats why I pick a few small changes to focus on at the start of each year....

My Italian cousins store eggs on the counter. Here’s what experts say about why eggs are refrigerated in the U.S., but not in some countries. It turns out it all depends on what happens to the eggs after they pop out of the chicken. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Here’s what I learned from the experts. Then, the eggshells can become contaminated after they are laid if they touch the hens droppings....