From Our Kitchen: Spiced Sweet Potato Pancakes
From Our Kitchen
Your pancakes don't have to be boring. Pair these sweet potato pancakes with a cup of fruit and a two-egg broccoli and cheese omelet for a healthy, hearty start to your morning! Serves 6 Ingredients: 3 medium sweet potatoes 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 teaspoon unsalted butter 4 tablespoons milk 2 eggs, separated 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Preparation: Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Step 2: Place sweet potatoes...
From Our Kitchen: Savory Oatmeal with Bacon, Cheddar, and Tomatoes
From Our Kitchen
Oatmeal isn’t just for breakfast—this flavorful bowl topped with crumbled bacon, fresh tomatoes, and cool chives is a warm and satisfying way to nourish any time of day. Serves: 6 Ingredients: 3 ounces cherry tomatoes 4 ½ tablespoons fresh chives 7 ¼ ounces raw bacon 1 cup chicken broth ½ cup whole milk ¼ cup water ¾ cup rolled oats ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese ½ teaspoon ground black pepper Preparation: Step 1: Halve the cherry tomatoes and chop the...
Taste of South Korea: Bulgogi
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South Korea is a mountainous peninsula with cold, dry winters and hot, humid summers. Traditional South Korean cuisine is rich in grains, especially white rice, and produce, which is served both fresh and fermented (like kimchi, Korea’s national dish). Korean food is heavily spiced, often with a combination of ganjang (soy sauce), garlic, ginger, gochujang (red chili paste), scallions, rice wine vinegar, and toasted sesame oil and seeds—many of which feature in the popular dish we’re sharing with you! Bulgogi...
From Our Kitchen: Fig Bars
From Our Kitchen
These dairy- and egg-free homemade fig bars are a sweet treat — a perfect after-school snack. Serve with hot apple cider or cocoa to warm up on crisp fall days! Serves: 16 Ingredients: ¾ cup all-purpose flour ½ cup whole wheat flour ½ teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon and pinch of salt, divided ½ cup unsweetened applesauce ¾ cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon ground flax seed mixed with 3 tablespoons warm water; let stand 1 minute before using 1 tablespoon...
From Our Kitchen: Fruit Kabobs
From Our Kitchen
Grilled fruit kabobs are a fantastic mix of smoky and sweet flavors—the simple addition of fresh vanilla bean makes this recipe stand out from the rest! Serves 5-6 Ingredients: 1 cup plum, cubed 2 cups fresh pineapple, cubed 2 cups pears, cubed ½ cup honey or agave nectar 1 vanilla bean Preparation: Step 1: Carefully slice the vanilla bean lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through. Pinch to open. With the back of a knife, lightly scrape...
From Our Kitchen: Grilled Street Corn (Elote)
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There’s plenty of fresh corn to be found in September, and this zesty combo of fresh and creamy Mexican flavors is the perfect side to Skewered Salmon and Eggplant for your next gathering. Serves 8 Ingredients: 8 ears of fresh corn, husked 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 ground black pepper 1 cup crumbled Cotija cheese, divided ½ cup plain yogurt ½ cup sour cream ½ cup minced cilantro leaves, plus more for serving 2 teaspoons fresh lime zest...
From Our Kitchen: Skewered Salmon and Eggplant
From Our Kitchen
This sweet and spicy marinade for salmon and eggplant takes your skewers to a whole new level! Serve with Grilled Mexican Street Corn and refreshing Fruit Kabobs for a simple, on-a-stick menu! Serves 8 Ingredients: Marinade 3 tablespoons plain yogurt, lightly whisked 1 teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon chili powder 3 tablespoons whole-grain mustard 3 garlic cloves, roasted and crushed 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated 3 tablespoons honey 1 to 2 jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped Zest of 1 lemon Juice...
From Our Kitchen: Frozen Fruit Pops
From Our Kitchen
Beat the summer heat with these refreshing, easy-to-make frozen treats. No molds? No problem! Use small snack bags or paper cups and popsicle sticks or straws! Creamy-Berry Frozen Pops Ingredients: 1 pound strawberries and blueberries 2 cups plain yogurt (regular or Greek) 6 tablespoons honey, divided 1 tablespoon lemon juice ½ teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation: Step 1: Blend together yogurt, honey, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Add more honey or vanilla extract if desired. Step...