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PITTSBURGH -- As locally grown produce fills farmers markets, there’s never been a better time to embrace seasonal eating.

One favorite summer option, thanks to its neutral flavor and a spongy texture that turns creamy when cooked, is eggplant. Technically a fruit, the dark purple globes and more slender Japanese variety can be fried, baked ...Read more

File this under No Surprise: According to a relatively recent poll, Americans’ favorite cheese is cheddar.

Swiss cheese comes in at No. 10. File that under I’m Totally Shocked.

If you had asked me — and I can’t imagine why you would — I would have guessed that Swiss cheese would be No. 2. Maybe even No. 1. But the once-mighty Swiss ...Read more

Welcome the morning with the sweetness of fresh fruit. Dazzling Doughnut Peaches are a tribute to the simple joy of nature's candy.

Ingredients Doughnut peaches Cream HoneyInstructions Slice the doughnut peaches in half and remove the pit.

Drizzle with cream and honey.

This dish is a sunrise in a bowl, with ...Read more

Slip into the comfort of the evening with Nightfall Nostalgia Grilled Cheese Sandwich. The golden, crispy bread filled with melting cheese is as soothing and nostalgic as a quiet nightfall.

Ingredients 2 slices of bread 2 slices of cheese (like cheddar, Swiss, or mozzarella) Butter for spreading A pinch of garlic powder (...Read more

Relax and unwind with a classic English tradition. Enchanting English Cream Tea is a delightful afternoon respite.

Ingredients Scones Clotted cream Strawberry jamInstructions Warm the scones.

Spread with clotted cream and a dollop of strawberry jam.

This cream tea is a journey to a cozy English tea room, ...Read more

Find serenity in the sunrise with Sunrise Serenity Scrambled Eggs. These creamy scrambled eggs are as serene and satisfying as the calm of the sunrise.

Ingredients 3 eggs 2 tablespoons milk Salt and pepper to taste Butter for the pan Fresh herbs for garnishInstructions Beat the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper together in ...Read more

Experience the magic of layering in this fruity parfait. It's not just a meal; it's an edible work of art.

Ingredients Greek yogurt Granola Your favorite jamInstructions Layer Greek yogurt, granola, and jam in a clear glass.

Repeat until the glass is full.

The Joyful Jam Parfait brings a burst of color and a ...Read more

Dive into the mystery of the East with this subtly sweet, smooth breakfast dish. Bewitching Black Sesame Porridge is a delightful way to start your day, packed with nutrients and color.

Ingredients Black sesame seeds Rice HoneyInstructions Grind black sesame seeds and rice together into a powder.

Simmer with water ...Read more

When I’m asked about ways to make a nutritional impact without implementing “life-altering” changes, my mind immediately drifts to the benefits of dietary fiber.

Many are probably familiar with fiber — you’ve likely been told by a healthcare professional to add more fiber to your diet because of its plentiful health benefits. Did you ...Read more

By this point in the summer, I’m dreaming of cooler days and refreshing meals. Fresh limeade, doused with chilled sparkling water, gives me energy to concoct a casual meal with friends.

For inspiration, look to countries known for steamy days and refreshing, cool-down-the-day offerings. In Mexico’s Yucatan, for example, chilled ceviche and ...Read more

Is it weird to say that I love tartar sauce? Because it’s true. I am 100% that person who will judge a seafood restaurant by its tartar sauce. One star if it tastes like I’m eating a spoonful of mayo, and five stars if it’s bright, tangy, and crunchy. This tartar sauce recipe is five stars. It tastes way better than any other version I’...Read more

Flank steaks need to be tenderized by pounding, slow cooking, or marinating. Here, red wine, orange juice, and Middle Eastern spices make a tasty marinade. The addition of sumac and zaatar add a zesty citrus burst of flavor. If you have Aleppo pepper, use it here for its biting sweet yet tangy flavor notes. I like to add the sliced onion so it ...Read more

Nothing screams summertime magic the way making s’mores does. For me, gooey s’mores evoke memories of camping and beach bonfires, where we’d stick ...Read more

If classic coleslaw took a tropical vacation, it would look and taste like this pineapple slaw. Here, sweet, juicy pineapple is folded into crisp cabbage and tossed with a creamy and tangy dressing that perfectly balances richness and acidity. It’s the kind ...Read more

One of the oldest cultivated crops in history, beans have been a home cook's best friend for a very long time. Both inexpensive and pantry stable, they can be made into any number of dishes, whether you’re looking to eschew meat for more planet-friendly, plant-based proteins or just want to put a nutritious and inexpensive dish on the table.

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I wanted to take advantage of the season’s first sweet corn on the cob at the market, so I turned it into a light and flavorful summer corn soup. Fresh corn gives the soup a naturally sweet taste, and it comes together quickly, making it a perfect addition to an easy warm-weather dinner.

For even more corn flavor add the de-kernelled cobs to...Read more

This summer, chances are you might be gifted some fresh veggies if one of your neighbors has a super green thumb or just can’t say no at the farmers market.

Among the most passed-along produce is zucchini since the fruit (which is treated as a vegetable in the kitchen) is easy to grow. Provided with sun and enough water, a single plant can ...Read more

Create your very own winter wonderland, whatever the season, with this Snowfall Vanilla Ice Cream. As the ice cream maker churns and spins, it whips up a fluffy blizzard of rich cream and aromatic vanilla, creating a dessert as enchanting as the first snowfall.

Ingredients 2 cups of heavy cream 1 cup of whole milk 3/4 cup of ...Read more

Enjoy the flavors of the Caribbean with these quick and flavorful Ropa Vieja wraps.

Ingredients: 2 cups shredded cooked beef 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup chopped cilantro 4 large flour tortillasInstructions: Warm the beef and beans in a pan until hot.

Spoon beef and beans onto tortillas.<...Read more