Dungeness Crab Cakes

Mix, chill, then fry these Dungeness crab cakes which are a real treat! Crab cakes, anyone? Here in the Pacific Northwest, we have Dungeness crabs. Elise Bauer We are using Dungeness crab because that’s what we have here. On the East Coast? Feel free to use Maryland crab for this recipe. Elise Bauer How To Prepare Crabmeat for Crab Cakes you might buy lump crab meat already cleaned and prepped....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 239 words · Kathryn Mathews

Dutch Apple Pie

The cinnamon-y crumble topping elevates simple apple pie. I cant tell you the best part about a Dutch Apple Pie. I think, perhaps, it’s all of the above. Alison Bickel Apple pies are the comfort food of the dessert world and theres no denying it. What Is Dutch Apple Pie? Its one of my all-time favorite pies. Alison Bickel What Is the Topping on Dutch Apple Pie? The topping or crumble is a combination of flour, sugar, pecans, and spices....

April 20, 2025 · 3 min · 533 words · Morgan Farley

Dutch-Process vs. Natural Cocoa Powder: An Expert Explains the Difference

(Fat is a carrier of flavor, remember!) The color has nothing to do with the quality or flavor of the cocoa powder. Dutch-process cocoa also dissolves easier in liquid than natural cocoa, making it ideal for hot cocoa mixes. Irvin Lin Can You Substitute or Swap Natural Cocoa for Dutch-Processed Cocoa? Whether or not you might substitute cocoa powders depends on the recipe. Thenyes, you’re able to swap one jot down of cocoa powder for the other without issue....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 142 words · Jennifer Rogers

Earl Grey Tea and Tonic

A rich tea syrup is a great way to add flavor and body to this non-alcoholic drink. Alcohol has a certain weight in a drink and on your tongue. When you drink, say, a fruit juice, you know you are drinking a juice. Elana Lepkowski Do Not Under-Steep Your Tea Syrup! However, here youre looking for concentrated flavors. A short steep time will result in a weaker flavored syrup. Elana Lepkowski...

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 219 words · Lisa Baxter

Earthquake Cake

It has a cream cheese filling baked right in. you could assemble it all at once in a trusty 9x13 and pop the pan in the oven. Each bite is well-balanced with a variety of flavors and textures without being overly sweet. Simply Recipes / Molly Allen It has a flavor profile similar to aGerman chocolate cake, but with a cream cheese upgrade. Why is it called Earthquake Cake? I like to wait about one hour before cutting a slice and digging in....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 326 words · Miss Kimberly Smith MD

Easiest Caesar Dressing

This recipe has no raw egg in sight. Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek Caesar dressing is a highly contested subject matter in my family. Theclassic saladis a favorite among my husbands family, whom we quarantined with back in 2020. Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek What we discovered is that there is no one-size-fits-all Caesar dressing. While my brother-in-law loves a thick, creamy Caesar dressing, I prefer something lighter and more vinaigrette-like....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 166 words · Caleb Barton

Easiest Ever Garlic Bread

Your toaster is the key to the quickest, easiest ever garlic bread. We’ve all been there. The following quickie garlic bread is made for situations such as these. Elise Bauer Of course it’s not the same as oven-roasted, butter, garlic, and herb-infused, Parmesan-crustedgarlic bread. If you have the luxury of time, by all means go for the fully monty. Drizzle or brush a little olive oil over one side of the toasted bread....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 153 words · Earl Palmer

Easiest Turkey Brine

Brining is simple and it’s the key to moist, delicious turkey that everyone will want more of. I started brining my Thanksgiving turkey a few years ago and haven’t looked back. Simply Recipes / Emma Christensen What Is Brining? Simply Recipes / Emma Christensen Brining means making a salt water solution and submerging the turkey for about 24 hours before roasting. This spa treatment helps the turkey retain more moisture during roasting and prevents it from drying out....

April 20, 2025 · 3 min · 480 words · Monique Brown

Easy 3-Ingredient Crème Brûlée

This 3-ingredient creme brulee is the smartest TikTok baking hack I learned this year. This hack is SWEET (literally) and it works! I even have a heck of a lot more freezer space now. Simply Recipes / Mark Beahm #momwin More reasons to love the 3-ingredient creme brulee hack? Plus, this is a great recipe to make with kids. They can help melt, whisk, and pour the custard into the ramekins....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 392 words · Patrick Gillespie

Easy Aioli

This garlicky mayo-like sauce is the extra special something youve been craving. Its a no-brainer for the summer table. This versatile sauce elevates even the most humble meal. Sally Vargas What Is Aioli? Likemayonnaise, aioli is an emulsion. The key is to go slowly. Sally Vargas How Much Garlic Do You Need for Aioli? The hallmark of aioli isgarlic. How much is up to you. Sally Vargas I recommend adding only half at first, and taste to see if thats enough....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 379 words · Robert Gordon

Easy Apple Crisp

Apples, cinnamon, brown sugar, butter, and oats? This apple crisp recipe comes from my friend Sue Jackson of Littleton, Massachusetts. She introduced it to me years ago and it has since become a favorite. Alison Bickel It’s as no-fuss as you’ve got the option to get. Why Is It Called a Crisp? It’s the crunchy topping that makes the apple crisp “crisp.” Alison Bickel Make extra for leftovers, and serve a spoonful on top of a bowl of yogurt....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 147 words · Destiny Stafford

Easy Artichoke Dip

A quick and easy version made in the oven or microwave. Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer Have canned artichokes, mayonnaise, and Parm? That’s all you need for this quick and easy artichoke dip! Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer Couldn’t be easier! This dip is best served hot, as soon as it’s made. Leftovers are great spread on sandwiches or tossed with pasta. Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer For gluten- and carb-free options, set out some crunchy endive leaves or other raw vegetables....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 225 words · Ashley Taylor

Easy Asparagus Tart with Goat Cheese

Perfect for weekend brunch or light weeknight dinner. A bit of lemon zest is a quick way to dress up the springtime vibes. This tart involves only a few ingredients and feels right for any meal. Sally Vargas Shriveled, wrinkly stems and messy tops indicate age and dehydration. You also want to avoid limp, floppy stalks. Fresh asparagus will hold a nice, straight line. Sally Vargas If possible, look for stalks that are all the same thickness....

April 20, 2025 · 3 min · 478 words · Daniel Swanson