Pasta is a staple in many homes, which makes homemade tomato sauce an essential recipe for families to learn. This recipe is basic, but once you master it you can add more vegetables, cheese, ground meat, or even anchovies. This…
Quesadillas are quick, easily adaptable and, above all, completely delicious. A quesadilla is like a Mexican grilled cheese sandwich, but instead of using slices of bread, it uses corn or flour tortillas with melted cheese in the middle. This recipe is…
Doesn’t the word “confetti” give you a happy kind of parade feeling? Us too. Orzo is a small rice-shaped pasta that’s fun to eat. Get whole-wheat orzo if you can find it, since it’s more flavorful and healthy. kitchen gear…
This easy salad is like a cross between a slaw and a pickle. It makes a nice, simple snack or side dish, but it’s also great in a sandwich or taco or on burger. kitchen gear Sharp knife (adult needed)…
The apple in this simple, scrumptious soup will make the sweet carrots and onions even sweeter. These are all fall ingredients — which makes this the perfect back-to-school lunch. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Measuring spoons Pot…
Dear Sally: I hate broccoli, okay? I know it’s good for me. I challenge you to make it taste good. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Vegetable peeler Measuring spoons Mixing spoon Baking sheet Pot holders Ingredients …
Why anyone would buy salad dressing in a store is a mystery, since making your own is so easy. Plus you can make it just how you like it. Make a big batch of this salad dressing and your next…
Dear Sally, I don’t really like peas, but it would be useful to, because they’re often in things, so I want to like them. I like most other veggies, and I especially like garlicky things. I also love mint and…
Zesty dip turns carrots into something special. Of course, if you run out of carrots, you could use another favorite vegetable. Greek yogurt is thicker than regular yogurt, which is why Adam uses it here; you can get it at…
This is our version of a Thai-style lettuce wrap, and it’s like a cross between a taco and a salad. All you have to do is prepare the ingredients and set them out: everyone assembles their own wraps, which makes…