Have Lots of Cucumbers? In our experience, cucumbers are one of the easiest summer crops to grow. We grow it every year! But at a certain point every summer, it seems like we’re swimming in cucumbers that we don’t know what to do with. By that time, we’ve used them in salads galore, sliced them up as snacks, and otherwise eaten them raw in every possible way. But while it’s common to eat cucumbers raw (some people just eat cucumbers like an apple as a snack!...

With just a handful of ingredients, a couple of minutes, and a whirr in the blender, you’ve got yourself a delicious meal on the go! To make this smoothie even quicker, store the ingredients in individual servings in the freezer along with your favorite add-ins for a quick snack on the go! Any number of great things can be put into a smoothie from fresh fruit, to juice or even dairy-free milk....

A combination of sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb are baked under a crispy, golden oat topping. Ingredients for Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp Strawberries: Fresh strawberries are best for this crisp recipe, but frozen berries can be used (there is no need to thaw). Rhubarb: Fresh rhubarb has a tart fresh flavor. Choose firm stalks that are bright red to deep purple. The leaves of rhubarb are poisonous, so be sure to discard them....

This easy recipe showcases the best of summer veggies tossed in tender pasta, all dressed in a super simple fresh dressing! A chilled pasta salad recipe is a perfect meal or side dish on a hot summer day. This delicious Summer Pasta Salad recipe is sponsored by Walmart. Easy Summer Salad Summer pasta salad is a make ahead meal or side dish, great for hot days or quick lunches. A budget friendly way to use up leftover veggies, summer pasta salad is party-ready in no time at all!...

But we’re pretty sure that after years and years of careful research and observation on what makes a great lo mein and my dad’s years in my grandparents’ Chinese takeout kitchen, we’ve perfected more than a handful of the best lo mein recipes, AKA America’s favorite noodle (okay, maybe aside from spaghetti…). I remember growing up, we would get a carton of lo mein at the oddest of times—usually as a “snack....

This delicious Potato Salad recipe has tender potatoes, a handful of add-ins, and eggs, all tossed in a quick creamy & tangy dressing! Potato salad tastes even better when made ahead of time, making it the perfect dish anytime! Potluck Perfect Potato Salad Much like pasta salad, potato salad is an inexpensive and filling side dish. Every family has their own favorite add-ins, so feel free to personalize it with your favorite ingredient....

What Is Tofu Skin? Tofu Skin (dòufu pí, 豆腐皮) is a type of tofu that has been compressed into thin sheets. In the U.S. and elsewhere outside of China, it is usually pre-packaged, but in China, we loved buying it fresh, just a few sheets at a time. This ingredient is not to be confused with bean threads, also known as dried bean curd sticks, or the type of bean curd sheets made by a different process (removing the film or skin that forms as soy milk boils and then drying it)....

A creamy tuna and boiled egg salad mixture is tossed with crisp celery in a sweet/savory dressing of mustard and sweet relish! Who says you can’t have it all (in a salad)? A Combo of 2 Faves! Why choose one when you can make both? This recipe combines a tuna salad with egg salad to create one flavor-packed salad. Crunchy celery bits meet savory mustard and sweet pickle relish that takes this salad from ordinary to extraordinary!...

In this post, we’ll talk about some key plant-based sources of umami that we use in vegan and vegetarian Chinese dishes every day. What Is Umami? If we have four basic tastes (salty, sweet, sour, and bitter), umami is the final “fifth taste” that we get from food. It’s a Japanese word, translating to “savoriness” or “deliciousness,” coined in 1908 by Japanese chemist and inventor of MSG, Kikunae Ikeda. It is glutamic acid, or glutamate, which naturally occurs in various meat and plant foods, that creates umami....

Walmart has some great deals that can help with holiday prep, hosting, and even getting some gifts in advance of the holiday rush. If you need things like knives, pots and pans, or small appliances, you’ll want to check out Walmart Holiday Deals. The event runs Tuesday, October 8 to Sunday, October 13. I went through and hand picked out some of the best price drops on my favorite products....

Zucchini orzo combines orzo (a delicious rice-like pasta) with zucchini, tomatoes and a sprinkle of parmesan. Tihs side is so good, you’ll go back to it again and again. What is Orzo? Orzo is often mistaken for rice, but it is really a tiny type of pasta that’s shaped a little larger than rice. It can be served hot or cold (as an orzo pasta salad). It holds up well in soups or salads and makes for a great side!...

The Importance of a Nutritious Diet Besides staying at home to keep ourselves and others safe, getting enough rest, and trying to reduce stress as much as possible, we should be thinking more about what we’re eating! Now, I’m not a doctor or nutritionist, and I also know there’s no magic food guaranteed to boost your immune system or protect you against illness. But I do know that a diet rich in a variety of vegetables and fruits can give your body the nutrients it needs to function optimally....

Inspired By a Thanksgiving Abroad This year (if you’re following along on Instagram, you know this), we’ve found ourselves in Shanghai for the holiday. But of course, in between slurping big bowls of noodle soup and lots of Shanghai-style hong shao rou, i.e., braised pork belly, we had to fit in a little turkey for a truly cross-cultural Chinese American Thanksgiving. We’ll be having the traditional turkey this year, along with a Chinese-style goose, and whatever other odd fusions of traditional sides we can throw together with family here in Shanghai....

We love heartier salads like this colorful beauty. This is a great side for your favorite TexMex or Mexican inspired meals, a perfect meal or delicious next to grilled chicken. We Love This Avocado Corn Salad A great recipe for using up bits and pieces of leftover veggies including peppers, zucchini, and tomatoes. This salad can be served on its own or over lettuce. Corn and avocado salad is also great in a wrap or tucked into a pita pocket with rotisserie chicken or cilantro lime chicken for a quick meal....

Avocado Egg Salad is a delicious twist on a traditional egg salad with the addition of rich creamy avocado! To take this wrap from ordinary to extraordinary, it’s topped with fresh lettuce, ripe juicy tomatoes, and crisp smoky bacon. How Long Does It Last? Keep leftover avocado egg salad in a covered container for up to 1-2 days in the refrigerator. Stir before serving. Avocado: Avocado adds flavor and a great creamy texture....

These chicken breasts come out juicy and tender with lots of flavor and are a great way to get dinner on the table fast! Serve them with a side of coleslaw, a fresh salad, some corn on the cob, and a big slice of garlic bread. Easy Prep Prep it in just a couple of minutes and bake it! Just 3 ingredients needed (plus any add ins you’d like below)....

Posted Aug 16, 2020, Updated Mar 26, 2024 Baked Oatmeal is a healthy, cozy breakfast that is perfect any time of the year. And this particular baked oats recipe is the best you’ll ever try! Serve it with a drizzle of maple syrup and some fresh berries for pure breakfast bliss! In this baked oatmeal recipe a handful of nutritious ingredients are flavored with cinnamon and vanilla for a delicious and filling breakfast that will keep you full until lunch....

Oh My… I cannot tell you how much I love this simple recipe! I whipped these up today because I wanted to try them out as a game day recipe… I played around with a few ingredients because I wanted to get away from the traditional breaded Jalapeño Poppers! It was late afternoon .. 3pm when they were finished! I thought I would try just one.. just to see how they were....

When it comes to ground meat kababs, beef seekh kebab are the juiciest. I’m a huge fan of these kebabs, and here is my take on Pakistan’s most famous kabab. How To Make It? Let begin! What to serve along? Seekh kabab recipe can make a complete meal, serve it with some fresh salad loaded with thinly sliced onions, mint chutney, and naan. And you are set for a party....

Posted Oct 07, 2020, Updated Aug 27, 2024 Cornbread is the perfect companion to so many fall meals, chili (beef chili, chicken chili, turkey chili, etc), soups, etc. and it’s also a delicious holiday side dish. This is the best cornbread recipe you’ll ever eat! It’s sweet and moist with a beautiful crumb, and has bursts of fresh corn in every bite (also try this corn pudding). Plus this Homemade Cornbread is easy to make in 30 minutes – no mixer required....