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Choosing what to make for dinner can be tricky—especially when you don’t actually want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen. We’ve all seen those meals that claim to be quick and easy, but then immediately start with dicing an onion. Sorry, but when I say “lazy meal,” I mean no knives involved … Read more

Why It Works Briefly soaking the bread in the custard ensures a pillowy and moist baked pudding. Brushing the top of the assembled casserole with butter and dusting it with sugar and cinnamon before baking creates a wonderfully crisp topping. In the cold months of winter there’s nothing I love more than burrowing my spoon … Read more

For years, a butane kitchen torch was something I talked myself out of buying. I’d eat crème brûlée at a restaurant, get a hankering for it at home, and add a butane torch to my Amazon cart. Then, I’d hem and haw and decide it was a “want” rather than a “need.” As a gear … Read more

Check out how diet may help some common menopausal symptoms. 1. Hot flushes Decreased levels of oestrogen may cause the body’s natural thermostat, the part of the brain known as the hypothalamus, to become sensitive to even the slightest change in body temperature. This means foods with a thermogenic (heat-producing) effect may trigger or worsen … Read more

P.F. Chang’s has long been synonymous with a good feast. Remember last year’s holiday menu with the unforgettable flaming filet mignon wontons? No special occasion is required to dive into its famous dishes like Chang’s Lettuce Wraps and Dynamite Shrimp, but the restaurant is now offering something new worth celebrating. For the first time in … Read more

“One of the challenges I find is, while I take enormous pleasure in cooking for other people, I’m almost completely incapable of cooking for myself,” he says. After a long day of creating and tasting complex dishes, the thought of crafting something elaborate at home is hardly appealing. Instead, he leans on simple, comforting meals … Read more

Good Food podcast In this episode of the Good Food podcast, host Samuel Goldsmith sits down with renowned naturalist, wildlife TV presenter and conservationist Chris Packham. The conversation delves into Chris’s unique dietary choices, driven by his commitment to veganism and environmental sustainability. Chris shares candid insights on how autism influences his eating habits and … Read more

Cranberry + orange: a dynamic duo! This duo has made delicious muffins, crisp, and cranberry sauce, and now a new cranberry + orange favorite joins the Minimalist Baker family: scones!  These EASY, 1-bowl scones are fluffy, citrusy, lightly sweetened, generously studded with fresh cranberries, and undetectably vegan + gluten-free. Perfect for holiday breakfasts, brunches, and … Read more

If you need an on-the-go breakfast, these tasty breakfast bar recipes will be right up your alley! With delicious ingredients like oats, fruit and nuts, they pack in a healthy boost of nutrients in a portable bite! Try highly-rated options, like our Carrot Cake Oatmeal Bars or Cinnamon Streusel Fresh Apple Bars, for a yummy … Read more