Cooking Methods: Broccoli
Of course you know that the ingredients you cook with matter a lot — but the way you cook those ingredients (or don’t cook them!) does too. Don’t take our word for it: try these three ways of preparing broccoli…
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Greek Salad Kabobs
Of course you could simply make a salad, but this is more fun, and the kabobs make delightfully unusual after-school snacks or perfectly cheerful summer appetizers. If you like bell peppers, feel free to add those too! kitchen gear Cutting…
Herby Lettuce Wraps
These do-it-yourself lettuce wraps are Chinese in origin, but here we’ve seasoned them with herbs in a way that’s more traditionally Vietnamese. So they’re not authentically anything, but they’re completely delicious! kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Measuring…
Mexican Corn
Elote is the Spanish word for this spicy, lime-laced Mexican street-food favorite. It is often served with a coating of cheese, but in this version, we’re letting more of the corn’s sweetness shine through. kitchen gear Large pot Measuring spoons Measuring…
Curried Spinach Salad
Open your mind to this salad — even if the ingredients sound strange! The curry flavor of the dressing goes really well with the sweet fruit, and the sesame seeds make it just a little crunchy. Spinach is one of…
Tuna Pan Bagnat
kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Can opener Colander Measuring spoons Measuring cup Medium-sized bowl Fork or whisk Ingredients 2 cans tuna 3 anchovies, finely chopped 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons plain yogurt 1⁄4 cup…
Tomato Toast Salad
People often use the word “soggy” to describe something that’s wet in a bad way, but here the bread absorbs the juice from the tomatoes and gets deliciously, wonderfully soggy! This is a classic Italian dish (often called panzanella) that’s…
How to Cook Whole Grains
Whole grains, such as brown rice and barley, are fantastic: they’re delicious and nutty-tasting, super-versatile, and better for you than white rice, since they’re full of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. We boil them in lots of water and then drain…
Basic Tofu
Here’s an easy recipe for tofu that’s good hot or cold. Tofu is made from soybeans and packed with protein, which makes it a great addition to a grain bowl or salad. Plus, this version will add a lot of…
Garlicky Dressing
A good, flavorful vinaigrette like this really ties together the ingredients in a grain bowl. And, of course, it’s delicious on a salad! This recipe makes a lot of dressing, which is great because then you’ll have some on hand…