Innholdsfortegnelse for June/July 2023 i Taste of Home

Adios, Allergies! Pineapple contains an enzyme called bromelain. This special protein helps fight inflammation—including the swelling in sinuses brought on by pollen and other allergens. Build Strong Bones Just 1 cup of this tropical fruit packs a serious punch of manganese—more than half the daily recommended amount. The trace mineral helps build strong bones and healthy cartilage. Impact Immunity When it comes to vitamin C, citrus gets all the recognition. But don’t overlook pineapple! One cup of this fresh fruit has all the vitamin C you need for the day. This compound helps maintain a robust immune system so you can kick that cold faster and keep well. Ward Off Disease According to a 2016 study published in Biomedical Reports, in addition to being anti-inflammatory, pineapple also has anti-cancer and…

Shredded Green Chile Beef This Tex-Mex pulled beef roast is tender, slightly spicy, juicy and so delicious served over mashed potatoes or rice. The beef also makes the best soft tacos you’ve ever had. Save any leftover pulled beef in the liquid to prevent it from drying out. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, VA Prep: 25 min. • Cook: 7 hours Makes: 12 servings 2 large sweet onions, halved and thinly sliced 4 Tbsp. packed brown sugar, divided1 Tbsp. paprika1½ tsp. salt1 tsp. cayenne pepper1 tsp. chili powder1 tsp. garlic powder½ tsp. pepper1 boneless beef chuck roast (about 3 lbs.)2 Tbsp. canola oil1 can (28 oz.) green enchilada sauceMashed potatoes, optional 1. Place onions and 3 Tbsp. brown sugar in a 5-or 6-qt. slow cooker. Combine remaining brown sugar and next 6 ingredients;…

HAWAIIAN DREAM CAKE Get a little taste of Hawaii when you take a short trip to the kitchen. —Mary Hudak-Collins, Bluff City, TN Prep: 20 min. • Bake: 15 min. + cooling Makes: 20 servings 1 can (20 oz.) unsweetened crushed pineapple1 pkg. yellow cake mix (regular size)3 large eggs½ cup canola oil¼ cup water1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened1 cup cold 2% milk1 pkg. (3.4 oz.) instant vanilla pudding mix1 carton (8 oz.) frozen whipped topping, thawed½ cup chopped walnuts⅓ cup flaked coconut 1. Preheat oven to 350°. Drain the pineapple, reserving 1 cup juice. Set pineapple aside. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, oil, water and reserved juice; beat on low 30 seconds. Beat on medium 2 minutes. Transfer to greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. 2.…

1 bottle (12 oz.) raspberry or other fruit beer • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten • 1¼ cup sugar • 2½ cups half-and-half cream • 12 oz. cream cheese, cubed • 1 Tbsp. lemon juice • ¼ tsp. almond extract • 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries In a small saucepan, bring beer to a boil over medium heat; reduce heat and simmer until reduced to 1 cup. Remove from heat; cool completely. Refrigerate, covered, several hours or overnight. Meanwhile, in a heavy saucepan, whisk eggs and sugar until blended; stir in cream. Cook over low heat until mixture is just thick enough to coat a metal spoon and a thermometer reads at least 160°, stirring constantly. Do not allow to boil. Remove from heat immediately. Whisk in cream cheese…

Favorite music to cook to is anything ’80s! The best compliment I’ve received about my cooking is “This is super-fantastic-licious!” French fries or potato chips? My favorite food to make is scalloped potatoes and ham but my favorite food to eat is lasagna. My cookbook with the most dog-eared pages is B. Smith Cooks Southern-Style. Waffles or pancakes? A food that brings back childhood memories is peachcobbler. HEART HEALTHY TRY ONE OF KIZMET’S FAVORITE RECIPES Veggie Frittata Preheat broiler. In a large bowl, whisk 9 large eggs, ¼ tsp. salt and ⅛ tsp. pepper until blended. In a 10-in. broiler-safe skillet, heat 1 Tbsp. olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ½ cup chopped carrot; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 4-5 minutes. Add ½ cup chopped sweet red pepper and ⅓…

No-Bake Beauties When the heat is on, we want the ovens off. But just because the temperature’s rising doesn’t mean you can’t whip up a sweet treat like banana crumb pudding, limoncello tiramisu or strawberry pretzel pie. No-bake desserts like these are made for sweltering days, and we’ve got loads more online for you to try. To find all our favorite sweets made without the heat, hover your camera here. Sunny-Day Sensations Relish every bite of summer with the Taste of Home American Summer Cookbook, our mouthwatering collection of 150+ seasonal recipes and tips that are ideal for any warm-weather meal, party or potluck. Order yours today for only $10 and free shipping! tasteofhomebooks.com/S2306 COMMUNITY COOK’S RECIPE REVIEW Tennessee Peach Pudding Erin Wright, Wallace, KS USERNAME: @erinshea1982 on tasteofhome.com “Amazing!…

Editor Lisa Kaminski shares her expert tips and tricks for June’s Bakeable challenge: Strawberries & Cream Scones. LISA’S TOP TOOLS Strawberry Huller Make berry prep simple with this pint-sized huller. It’s speedier and safer than using a knife. Chef’n Strawberry Huller $8 crateandbarrel.com Silicone Pastry Brush Silicone brushes are a cinch to clean. After topping your scones with an egg wash, this can go right in the dishwasher. Misen Pastry Brush $12 misen.com Bench Scraper Slice scones in a jiff and then clean up the counter after baking—all with one tool. Sur La Table Walnut Bench Scraper $13 surlatable.com Strawberries & Cream Scones When it comes to a special treat from the oven, these scones are hard to beat. I can never eat just one! —Agnes Ward, Stratford, ON Takes: 30…

How to Make Smoked Pork Take it low and slow with this summertime favorite imbued with cider, smoke and plenty of spice. Be prepared for folks to ask for seconds. DISHING WITH Ward TOH Prep Kitchen Manager This recipe is perfect for those who are new to smoking meats. Pork shoulder won’t break the bank, but it’s always a crowd-pleaser. Serve it sliced and topped with sauce, or shred it for sandwiches. “As an avid smoker (of the BBQ variety), I love the aroma of long, slow smoke promising luscious pork shoulder.”—C.W. For the Pit Master Pellet Smoker If you want to transform your patio into a true barbecue, invest in a smoker. Traeger models make smoking easy thanks to integrated apps and easy-to-use pellets. Traeger Pro 575 Pellet Grill…

RECIPES, P.78-79 Inspire • Share • Connect DOGS 6 WAYS 1 SLOW-COOK: Stand hot dogs upright in slow cooker; do not add water. Cook on low for 4 hours. 2 FLAME-ROAST: Thread hot dogs lengthwise onto cooking fork; rotate constantly over fire until heated through, 2-4 minutes. 3 GRILL: Grill hot dogs, placed diagonally on top of grates, over indirect heat for about 1 minute on each side. 4 BOIL: Add water (1 cup per hot dog) to a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Add hot dogs, then let simmer over low heat for 3-6 minutes. Drain. 5 PAN-FRY: Bring ½ in. water to a boil over medium-high heat. With tongs, add hot dogs to skillet and cook, flipping frequently, until all sides are browned. 6 BAKE: Bake hot…

CELEBRATING 30 YEARS! [Throwback] Fit to a BLT Your favorite stack in a one-bite snack? Pretty please, with a cherry tomato on top! Fit to a BLT cont’d. The humble BLT sandwich is traditionally made with bacon, lettuce, tomatoes and, despite its absence in the acronym, mayonnaise. It’s hard to imagine that the American restaurant workers of the mid-20th century who are thought to have nicknamed the beloved stack knew they were christening a now-ubiquitous flavor combination. To turn the BLT into a picnic-perfect, poppable snack, try these blissful bites that originally appeared in our August/September 1993 issue and have been a reader favorite ever since! BLT Bites Cut a thin slice off 20 cherry tomato tops. Scoop out and discard pulp. Invert tomatoes on a paper towel to drain.…

Meal Plans • Quick Dishes • Smart Cooking HEART HEALTHY Gingered Spaghetti Salad On hot days, we love to make this chilled chicken salad brimming with veggies. Make it meatless by omitting the chicken and tossing in more edamame. —Cindy Heinbaugh, Aurora, CO Takes: 30 min. • Makes: 8 servings 1 pkg. (16 oz.) whole wheat spaghetti1 cup frozen shelled edamame1 tsp. minced fresh gingerroot1 cup reduced-fat sesame ginger salad dressing3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast1 English cucumber, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 small sweet yellow pepper, chopped1 small red onion, finely chopped3 green onions, sliced 1. Cook spaghetti according to the package directions, adding edamame during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Rinse mixture in cold water and drain well. Meanwhile, stir ginger into the salad dressing. 2.…

“I bake from scratch and from the heart. I believe that’s what makes my desserts, like these mini Bundt cakes, have that special touch.” —Bakeable member Maria Perez OUR JULY CHALLENGE: A CLUE FOR YOU! We’ll announce our next Bakeable Challenge recipe on July 1, but until then, can you guess what it may be from these ingredients? Here’s a hint: It’s about to get chilly! Come jump in on the fun! Hover your camera here to join Bakeable, Taste of Home’s community for everything you want to know about baking. You’ll get expert tips, meet a supportive group of creative bakers and be the first to see our monthly challenge announcements!…

DISNEY PARKS Dole Whip, a creamy pineapple-flavored frozen treat, has been a staple at Disney parks since its debut at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom in 1984. While not dairy free like the original, our simple three-ingredient version gives you that same icy tropical flavor that’s made Dole Whip one of Disney’s most popular concessions for decades. DOLLYWOOD On top of being a beloved country singer, movie star and entrepreneur, Dolly Parton is an avid fan of southern cooking. At Dollywood, her Tennessee theme park, visitors line up for homey favorites like this iconic cinnamon bread, made fresh by bakers at the park’s Grist Mill. Try it served with buttercream or creamy apple butter. BUSCH GARDENS Twisted Tails Pretzels cafe, a quick-serve restaurant located at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, has made…

We all scream for ice cream, whether it comes from the grocery store, the ice cream truck or our favorite parlor. The best version of this frozen treat, though, comes right from your home kitchen. No surprise, since homemade sweets always seem to taste better. The key to making ice cream that rivals your go-to supermarket pint is having a reliable, easy-to-use ice cream machine on hand. To find the gadgets that’ll help you create the most tempting frozen treats, our Test Kitchen team put 10 ice cream maker models through their paces. Over several weeks, our pros made ice cream, frozen custard, froyo and gelato from scratch in these countertop appliances. That’s right: These gadgets are designed to make more than just ice cream. They can churn up all…

COVER YOUR BASES Graham crackers are a classic, but consider thinking outside the square by using chocolate chip cookies or Oreo cookies as your s’more base. ADD A SPREAD Try smearing a dollop of Nutella or creamy peanut butter over your base of choice. CHOOSE A CHOCOLATE You can’t go wrong with milk chocolate pieces, but white chocolate squares and peanut butter cups help you customize your campfire treat. BE PLAYFUL! Unexpected additions such as white chocolate-covered pretzels add extra crunch to your treat, while strawberry slices lend a hint of fruity sweetness. MORE ’MALLOWS We love plain marshmallows, but look for some flavored varieties such as chocolate or caramel to make your s’more really stand out. Greater Grahams Upgrade your board by making the Homemade Honey Grahams shown below.…