Innholdsfortegnelse for August/September 2022 i Taste of Home

Full-Body Health Get a megadose of antioxidants with every cup of matcha you brew. These compounds fight disease-causing free radicals in your body. Enjoying antioxidant-rich tea can help boost your immunity and fend off serious health issues, including diabetes and heart disease. Glowing Skin The antioxidants in a cup of matcha can also help defend skin from UV radiation, per an NIH study. Protecting yourself from these rays prevents signs of aging. Matcha also has valuable levels of vitamin C, which stimulates collagen production for a stunning complexion. Jitter-Free Energy If you need a bit of caffeine to get going in the morning, in lieu of coffee try a mug of matcha. Its caffeine levels are comparable to a cup of joe, but matcha has something java doesn’t: the amino…

Vermont Breakfast Egg Muffins I tuck all the best foods of Vermont—maple syrup, cheddar, sausage, apples and cranberries—into these cups. —Sharyn LaPointe Hill, Las Cruces, NM Prep: 20 min. + standing Bake: 20 min. • Makes: 8 servings 16 slices Canadian bacon1½ cups all-purpose flour1½ tsp. baking powder1¼ cups whole milk2 large eggs, lightly beaten¼ cup maple syrup1½ cups shredded extra sharp white cheddar cheese6 frozen fully cooked breakfast sausage links, thawed and finely chopped1 small Granny Smith apple, finely chopped⅓ cup dried cranberries¼ cup prepared pesto, optional 1. Preheat the oven to 375°. Line each of 16 greased muffin cups with 1 slice Canadian bacon, cutting to fit as needed. Set aside. 2. In a large bowl, whisk the flour and baking powder. In another bowl, whisk the milk,…

the homework: SCHOOL SHOPPING: Take a glance at the ingredients for these recipes and take stock of what you may already have on hand before hitting the grocery store. Then make a list of the items you need to pick up. LABEL LESSONS: To take out guesswork later, write the recipe name, prepped-on date and reheat instructions on bright masking tape. Place a label on each prepped recipe’s container. COOKING CLASSMATES: Make it a family activity! Kids can help pull out tools, chop veggies and mix ingredients while your spouse stays safely stationed at the stovetop. the school supplies: Pull out these tools before you start prepping so all things are on hand when you need them: • CUTTING BOARD• ALUMINUM FOIL• MEASURING SPOONS• MEASURING CUPS• CHEF’S KNIFE• PARING KNIFE•…

Butternut Squash Doughnuts My mother and I used to make several batches of these cake doughnuts at a time. They’re different and delicious! —Elizabeth Leighton, Lincoln, ME Prep: 15 min. + chilling Cook: 5 min./batch • Makes: 2 dozen 2 large eggs, room temperature1¼ cups sugar1 cup mashed cooked butternut or winter squash of your choice½ cup buttermilk2 Tbsp. butter, softened2 tsp. vanilla extract3½ cups all-purpose flour1½ tsp. baking soda1¼ tsp. ground nutmeg1 tsp. baking powder1 tsp. cream of tartar½ tsp. salt¼ tsp. ground cinnamon¼ tsp. ground ginger Oil for deep-fat frying Confectioners’ sugar or additional sugar, optional 1. In a bowl, combine first 6 ingredients. Combine dry ingredients; add to squash mixture and mix well. Cover; refrigerate for 2 hours (dough will be very soft). 2. Turn onto a…

SAUSAGE & GRAVY BISCUIT POCKETS I really love sausage gravy and biscuits, so I thought it’d be a fab idea to make them portable for an on-the-go option. —Stephanie Matthews, Tempe, AZ ADD A LITTLE SWEETNESS BY BRUSHING A MIXTURE OF MELTED BUTTER AND MAPLE SYRUP OVER THESE POCKETS. Prep: 20 min. + cooling • Bake: 15 min. Makes: 16 servings 1 lb. bulk pork sausage2 Tbsp. butter½ cup all-purpose flour½ tsp. salt½ tsp. pepper4 cups 2% milk2 tubes (16.3 oz. each) large refrigerated buttermilk biscuits 1. In a large skillet, cook and crumble sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, 3-5 minutes. Add butter; heat until melted. Add flour, salt and pepper; cook and stir until blended. Gradually add milk; stir constantly. Bring to a boil and stir…

All About Apple Pie Welcome apple season with the most iconic dessert that showcases the favorite orchard fruit. You’ll learn how to perfect your pie with expert tips for the quintessential crust and how to make a phenomenal filling, and you’ll find a bushel of apple pie-inspired recipes. Want to get started now? Hover your phone’s camera here to find our guide for the best varieties of apples that help make the most unforgettable apple pie. Delicious on a Dime Feed your family affordably with the help of the Taste of Home Budget Friendly Recipes cookbook, EZ-Read™ edition! The 100+ recipes that fill the table without emptying your wallet are presented in a large-print, easier-to-read format. And speaking of savings, you can buy it now for only $10 and free…

“I’m happy to turn my passion into something that gives back.” FOR SAHANA VIJ, food and giving back have always gone hand in hand. As a kid growing up in Redmond, California, Sahana served meals with her mother at a women’s and children’s shelter, and as a high school student, Sahana started volunteering at a nearby elementary school. That’s around the same time she decided to take her passion for food to the next level. Sahana spent school nights and weekends developing recipes inspired by her family’s travels across America. Sahana knew, though, that her aim was to do more than just create recipes. “I wanted to combine my love for baking and writing,” she says. Eventually Sahana’s stories and treats became Bake Away, her 2021 cookbook. While releasing her first…

Pancake & Waffle Mix This terrific blend pairs the ease of a boxed pancake mix with the homemade goodness of light, fluffy pancakes and waffles. Both come out so tender and golden. —Deb Poitz, Fort Morgan, CO Makes: about 6 pancakes or 13 waffles (about 4 in.) per batch 8 cups all-purpose flour2 cups buttermilk blend powder½ cup sugar8 tsp. baking powder4 tsp. baking soda2 tsp. salt ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR PANCAKES 1 large egg1 cup water2 Tbsp. canola oil ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR WAFFLES 3 large eggs, separated2 cups water¼ cup canola oil TO PREP AHEAD: In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients with a wire whisk. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 6 months. TO PREPARE LATER: For Pancakes: In a medium bowl,…

If your dough isn’t rising… then it is likely the room isn’t warm enough. Crank up the thermostat to around 75º or place the dough in a turned-off oven alongside a pan of boiling water. If your bread is dry…then it spent too much time in the oven or the oven was too hot. Calibrate the oven’s temp beforehand to avoid this. If your bread is raw or chewy…then it’s undercooked. Next time, take the bread’s internal temperature before snagging it from the oven. It should be between 160º and 185º. If your bread is tough… then the dough was kneaded too much. Going forward, try the windowpane test: Stretch a bit of dough to see if it creates a translucent “windowpane.” If it does, you’re done kneading. If your…

DISHING WITH Shannon Norris TOH Senior Food Stylist Make your friends and family feel as if they just walked into a French patisserie. With the delicate pâte à choux, rich pastry cream filling, and shiny glaze on top, these eclairs are bakery-window perfection. Chocolate-Glazed Raspberry Eclairs Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, UT Prep: 1 hour + chilling • Bake: 25 min. + cooling • Makes: 1 dozen ½ cup sugar¼ cup cornstarch2 cups whole milk4 large egg yolks2 Tbsp. unsalted butter PASTRY ½ cup water6 Tbsp. unsalted butter, cubed¼ cup whole milk2 tsp. sugar¼ tsp. salt¾ cup all-purpose flour3 large eggs, room temperature GLAZE AND FINISHING ⅔ cup semisweet chocolate chips½ cup heavy whipping cream1 Tbsp. light corn syrup1 cup fresh raspberries 1. In a small heavy saucepan, mix sugar and…

“Place a metal strainer with ice and a serving scoop within a glass bowl. The bowl will catch whatever melts—and spare your guests from watery sangria.”—ANNAMARIE HIGLEY, ASSOCIATE EDITOR PLAYTIME PLAYLIST As the sun goes down on summer, tap your feet to these dreamy ditties—old and new. MRS. ROBINSON SIMON & GARFUNKEL WILD BLUE JOHN MAYER DREAMS FLEETWOOD MAC HOLD IN, HOLD ON KID BLOOM CALIFORNIA DREAMIN’ THE MAMAS & THE PAPAS TREAT PEOPLE WITH KINDNESS HARRY STYLES Quick White Sangria In a pitcher, mix ¼ cup each sugar and brandy until sugar is dissolved. Add 1 cup each sliced peeled peaches and sliced strawberries, 1 sliced lemon, 1 sliced lime, one 750 ml bottle chilled dry white wine and 12 oz. lemon-lime soda. Serve over ice. Makes 8 servings.…

New York, NY Marisel is a proud multihyphenate: a writer, digital content creator, recipe developer—and Taste of Home Community Cook. Hailing from Panama and having lived in Japan, Spain and Hawaii, among other places, she has as many cooking influences as job titles. On mariselsalazar.com the now-Manhattanite shares her unique expertise and palate. What’s your fondest food-related memory? In 2010, at the Mercado de San Miguel (in Madrid), I took a bite of an anchovy-stuffed olive, and it was a full-body fireworks moment that inspired my calling and career. I was floored by the sublime umami. Of the hundreds of articles you’ve written for various publications, which is your favorite? My two favorite stories were written for Life & Thyme: one was about an undocumented Egyptian street-food vendor who doesn’t…

Flavor Watch ’Corn with a Kick cont’d. Cajun fare, a Louisiana staple that’s the fusion of various West African, Spanish and French cooking techniques, is known for its bold, memorable flavors—but not necessarily its simplicity. If crawfish boils and filé gumbo aren’t in your repertoire, yet you can’t help but crave the bayou’s signature flavors, turn to kernels. Yes, we’re talking Cajun-inspired popcorn sprinkled with the namesake seasoning blend of garlic, salt, onion, cayenne, paprika and more. Trust us—this fiery snack is delicious enough to ignite any appetite. Buttery Cajun Popcorn Place 12 cups air-popped popcorn in a large bowl. Combine ¼ cup melted butter and 2 Tbsp. lime juice; drizzle over popcorn and toss to coat. Combine 4½ tsp. Cajun seasoning and 4-5 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese; sprinkle over…

DIY Ramen Soup This fresh yet cozy favorite, prepped and served in a jar, is a healthier alternative to commercial varieties. Feel free to customize the veggies. —Michelle Clair, Seattle, WA Takes: 25 min. • Makes: 2 servings 1 pkg. (3 oz.) ramen noodles1 Tbsp. reduced-sodium chicken base1 to 2 tsp. Sriracha chili sauce1 tsp. minced fresh gingerroot½ cup shredded carrots½ cup shredded cabbage2 radishes, halved and sliced½ cup sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms1 cup shredded cooked chicken breast¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves2 lime wedges1 hard-boiled large egg, halved4 cups boiling water 1. Cook ramen noodles according to package directions (do not use seasoning packet); cool. 2. In each of two 1-qt. wide-mouth canning jars, layer half of each ingredient in the following order: ramen noodles, chicken base, chili sauce, ginger,…

Freezer French Toast I keep a freezer full of these slices and simply pop them into the oven for a homemade breakfast in no time. My family prefers this recipe over store-bought frozen French toast. —Diane Perry, Castro Valley, CA Prep: 10 min. + freezing Bake: 20 min. • Makes: 5 servings 4 large eggs1 cup 2% milk2 Tbsp. sugar1 tsp. vanilla extract¼ tsp. ground nutmeg10 slices day-old French bread (¾ in. thick)1 to 2 Tbsp. butter Optional: Mixed fresh berries and confectioners’ sugar TO PREP AHEAD: In a large bowl, beat eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla and nutmeg. Place bread in a well-greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Pour egg mixture over bread. Let soak several minutes, turning once to coat. Freeze until firm. Transfer slices to airtight containers; return to freezer.…

“ Seeing firsthand just how hard farmers work, and how deeply they care for their land and their crops or animals, has given me a lot of respect for the farming community.” In Salem, New Hampshire, food blogger Liz Harris is ready for what she labels “orange food season.” Right now, Liz’s favorite harvest hue graces her soup pot in the form of fresh-picked butternut squash, sweet potato, carrot and pumpkin from her family’s century-old farm in Salem, New Hampshire. Liz is also all-in for apple picking, pie making, hiking to see foliage and even raking leaves. She loves the crisp shift of the seasons and the nostalgia surrounding it—“growing up in New England, I think you kind of have to!” she says, laughing. “These were things I missed dearly…

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