Satay Udang (Shrimp Satay) Ground macadamia nuts enrich this spicy Singaporean-style shrimp satay. MAKES 20 SKEWERS INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 lb. (about 40) medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice 1/2 cup chopped shallots 1 1/2 tbsp. dark brown sugar 1 tsp. kosher salt 8 Kaffir lime leaves, stemmed 5 macadamia nuts 4 […]

The nice thing about making croutons at home is the ability to make fresh croutons for salads and soups in small batches.  By making your own, you can make small batches which is great for being frugal {nothing worse than a box of croutons gone stale} and saving money.   Makes 10 cups | Hands-On Time: 10m | Total […]

Fresh ideas for light and easy weeknight dinners via Sunset Magazine. Garlicky Steak Salad with Chickpeas and Artichokes No need to be alarmed about all the garlic; the OJ and soy sauce mellow it out. Recipe: Garlicky Steak Salad with Chickpeas and Artichokes Shrimp and White Bean Salad with Lemon Dressing The mix of chicory greens […]

Catch all the best spring produce — like peas, asparagus, carrots, rhubarb and artichokes — at its peak and use it to make super-fresh meals. Primavera With Prosciutto, Asparagus and Carrots INGREDIENTS Kosher salt 1 pound penne or farfalle 1 pound asparagus spears, stems trimmed, cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths 1 large carrot, cut into […]

On special at the Market this month {May 2013} … this Wagshal’s Bone-in Pork Loin shouts spring!!! For flavor and moisture… we here at Just Simply… Cuisine rub the roast with seasonal herbs and baste it with white wine throughout the cooking process. Fennel is added towards the end for more flavor and moisture and […]

Making your own baby purees is economical, easy and a healthy way to start your growing baby on solid foods. Starting at about 6 months of age, your baby will enjoy a steady diet of puree for breakfast, puree for lunch, puree for dinner… you want to keep meals interesting for both of you! The […]

Power Spreads Tapenade Olives and olive oil, two mainstays of the Mediterranean diet, come together in this savory spread. It’s traditionally made with a mortar and pestle (pound until smooth), but a blender works just as well—and more quickly. Ducasse recommends Nicoise olives, but kalamatas work well, too. Try this recipe: Tapenade Tzatziki This is a […]

Your toast to the fastest two minutes in sports wouldn’t be complete without the famed Derby Julep. | Article: Marian Cooper Cairns Mint Julep Yield: Makes 1 serving Total: 5 Minutes INGREDIENTS 3 to 5 fresh mint leaves 2 tablespoons desired julep syrup (see below) Crushed ice 1/4 cup bourbon 1 fresh mint sprig PREPARATION Place mint leaves and syrup in a chilled […]

Sometimes the simplest meals are the most satisfying. With apples at their prime, try our version of a grown-up grilled cheese sandwich with thinly sliced apples and toasty sourdough bread — it’s a comforting way to kick off a week in autumn. Apple & Artisan Cheddar Panini INGREDIENTS 8 slices sourdough bread, each about 1/2 […]

Good canned tuna is one of our essential pantry proteins. To show off its range, we asked some of our favorite chefs to get creative … Tuna and Goat Cheese Flatbread “Take a lavash or any pocketless pita, spread goat cheese and caramelized onions on it, put the tuna on top of that with some […]