Author: Lee Hersh
Seven Layer Salad Recipe A classic Midwestern party favorite, this easy Seven Layer Salad recipe is perfect for making ahead – you can even whip it up the night before! There are as many recipes for Seven Layer Salad as there are cooks. Sticking with my childhood favorite, Mom’s quick and easy Seven Layer Salad recipe can even be made the night before – how often can you find a salad that convenient? This Seven Layer Salad is so good, it graduated from my “party” menu to my “any day of the week” spread – packed with veggies but still loaded…
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms While insanely addictive Crab Stuffed Mushrooms boast a rich, cheesy filling so good you’ll want to eat it by itself, they’re even better when baked hot and bubbly! Scroll down for an easy video tutorial. Confessing my love like people do for raw cookie dough, I devour Crab Stuffed Mushroom filling: cold, unbaked, and insanely addictive! Baked to golden, bubbly perfection within a mushroom cap, these Crab Stuffed Mushrooms will have true mushroom lovers swooning (and me, forgetting all about the unbaked filling)! Is it OK to wash mushrooms? America’s Test Kitchen approves of quickly rinsing and spinning…
How to roast poblano peppers Unleash the flavor of peppers and chilies by learning how to roast them in the oven or on a gas burner. Use this method for bell peppers, poblanos, anaheims, pasillas, and more! The seemingly endless varieties of peppers come with just as many roasting methods, all leading to a world of delicious possibilities! While I believe the oven broiler method shines, this recipe offers three ways to roast peppers: oven/broiler, oven/roasting, and open flame, giving you options to find your perfect match! See video For perfectly roasted peppers or chilies, begin with clean, dry ingredients…
Mexican Rice (Restaurant style Arroz Rojo) Unlock the secret to restaurant-worthy Mexican Rice at home, fluffy and flavorful, never sticky, for a perfect side dish every time! Whip up this family-friendly or crowd-pleasing Mexican Rice recipe that delivers consistent flavor and perfect texture, even with brown rice! Mexican Rice shines alongside carne asada, enchiladas, fajitas, or tacos, but it can also be a hearty meal on its own with beans and guacamole. Brown rice lovers, rejoice – this recipe is perfect for meal prepping too! Throwing a fiesta? Easily scale this Mexican Rice recipe by adjusting the ‘servings’ on the recipe…
cheese tortellini in garlic basil sauce Whip up this easy and delicious Cheese Tortellini in garlic butter sauce in 15 minutes or less, perfect as a hot party appetizer or comforting weeknight meal (double the batch, it’ll disappear fast!), using refrigerated or frozen cheese tortellini for ultimate convenience. HOW DO YOU COOK CHEESE TORTELLINI? 1.Bring 4 quarts of water (or broth) to a boil for each pound of tortellini. Add salt if desired; I like 1 tablespoon salt if I’m using water, but not if I’m using broth. Watch video 2.Add tortellini and cook until they float to the surface…
cowboy caviar recipe Whip up a big bowl of this fun, colorful, and endlessly adaptable Cowboy Caviar for your next barbecue or potluck – packed with healthy black-eyed peas, vegetables, and beans for good luck any time of year! Craving more dips for your Chipotle chicken, grilled tri-tip, or pork chops? Look no further than my black bean salsa or Chipotle copycat guacamole! This recipe is the classic sweet-tart version, but I’ve also included some delicious low-sugar suggestions for a more savory twist. Since everyone has their own sweet tooth, I designed this recipe to be customizable – adjust the…