Anita Mehta 
This dry chicken adobo recipe is for anyone who likes the deep, savory flavor of classic adobo but wants the chicken served mostly dry instead of sitting in a pool of sauce. The chicken is first seasoned with soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, and black pepper, then cooked until tender. The liquid is gradually … Read more
This orange honey glaze recipe is a simple way to give a cake, loaf, muffins, or other baked treats a glossy citrus finish. It combines honey, fresh orange juice, orange zest, almond butter, and vanilla for a glaze that tastes sweet, bright, and lightly nutty. The mixture takes only a few minutes on the stove. … Read more
If you are searching for the Creole Mac and Cheese Rainforest Cafe recipe, this is not the usual plain macaroni and cheese. Rainforest Cafe’s version combines creamy cheese sauce with cavatappi pasta, shrimp, andouille sausage, peppers, red onion, tomatoes, and chili-butter breadcrumbs. That combination gives the dish a smoky, savory flavor with a little heat … Read more
This Bojangles Cajun Pintos recipe makes tender pinto beans with a savory Cajun flavor, a little smokiness, and enough seasoning to make them worth serving as more than just a side dish. The good news is that you do not need to spend hours cooking dry beans to make a quick home version. Canned pinto … Read more
If you like a warm English muffin with little pockets of blueberry in every bite, this blueberry English muffin recipe is worth making at home. These homemade muffins are soft inside, lightly crisp on the outside, and filled with juicy blueberries. They are especially good warm from the pan with butter, cream cheese, or a … Read more
Puff pastry pop tarts are one of those easy homemade treats that look more complicated than they really are. You get crisp, flaky pastry on the outside and a sweet filling tucked inside. With store-bought puff pastry, there is no need to make dough from scratch, which makes these especially handy for a quick breakfast, … Read more
Want a warm, flaky pastry without making dough from scratch? These homemade pop tarts with puff pastry are an easy shortcut. Store-bought puff pastry does most of the work. Add strawberry jam, seal the pastry, brush it with egg wash, and bake until the layers are puffed and golden. The result is not exactly the … Read more
This Sneaky Pete drink recipe is one of those frozen drinks that is easy to make ahead and even easier to enjoy on a hot day. It has a sweet citrus flavor from frozen lemonade and orange juice, a little depth from strong tea, and vodka for the adult version. The mixture goes into the … Read more
Banza pasta does not need much work to turn into a good dinner. The trick is knowing how to cook it without letting the texture go too soft, then pairing it with a sauce that actually brings some flavor to the plate. I like keeping Banza recipes simple: a good tomato sauce, garlic and Parmesan … Read more
This crab bread recipe is the kind of appetizer that disappears quickly. You get crisp, buttery bread underneath a creamy crab topping, plenty of melted cheese, fresh lemon, parsley, and garlic. The crab stays tender while the top gets golden and lightly browned. It is easy enough for a weeknight snack but feels special enough … Read more