Young radishes from your garden can make their way to your table in a different form. A quick pickling method imbues them with a balanced tart and spicy flavor, while maintaining a crisp, immediately...
Culinary recipes
This recipe for pickled ginger, or "gari" in Japanese, is as fragrant, delicious, and crisp as you'd get at a Japanese restaurant. And making it at home is easy...
This recipe will be appreciated by those who prefer more tart pickles. To ensure the pickle soaks in quickly, slice the cucumbers into thin slices (use a mandoline) and serve with onion rings...
Apples marinated with onions may seem like an odd combination, but when you try this appetizer with meat, especially pork, you'll realize how harmoniously all the flavors blend. Green...
Nancy Fuller's time-tested family recipe for pickled vegetables won't let down even kitchen novices. The vegetables are crisp, spicy, and have a balanced flavor that brings out the...
This spicy pickled cucumber recipe is perfect for when you need a savory appetizer for dinner. Thin cucumber slices are mixed with fresh mint leaves and thinly sliced Thai pepper (it...
Thin jalapeño rings are marinated with red onion and carrot slices in a simple marinade of white vinegar and sugar. It's just enough to create a delicious, piquant appetizer...
50 Simple Salad Recipes
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Antipasto alla Calabrese is an Italian appetizer traditionally served with a slice of bread before the main course. It consists of a mixture of fresh and pickled vegetables, tossed in a spicy...
50 Toast Topping and Spread Recipes
Try new toast toppings and spreads—there are dozens of options!
Every home cook should have this mini-marinated vegetable assortment on hand. It's ready in minutes, keeps well in the refrigerator, and goes well with a wide variety of dishes.
This savory appetizer uses baby carrots. They marinate faster and look more appetizing when served. Whole baby carrots are packed tightly into a jar and covered with the marinade for...
50 sparkling water drinks
Homemade soda is a mixture of flavored syrup and seltzer or club soda. The ratio can be adjusted depending on the desired flavor.
If you're a fan of crunchy pickled vegetables and pickles and are always on the lookout for new flavors, this recipe won't disappoint. Cucumbers are sliced into sticks and marinated with sweet banana peppers,...
50 Frozen Sweet Recipes
Cool down this summer with homemade fruit ice, sorbet, frozen cocktails and more.
Marinate red onion rings and serve them with any dish or appetizer—they go well with almost everything. The perfect balance of salt, sugar, vinegar, and spices makes red onions an excellent...
Quick pickles are most often associated with summer, as vegetables prepared this way retain some of their natural flavor and still retain that summery crunch, but...
Quick pickles can be eaten immediately after the marinade has cooled. To ensure the pickle absorbs the flavor better, slice the cucumbers into rounds; the thinner the slices, the more tart they will be. Unlike...
Pickled red onions are an inexpensive treat that you can make round and keep a jar in the fridge for serving with various appetizers and dishes. It won't take you more than 10...
If you slice cucumbers thinly before pickling, they'll soak up the tart brine faster and be ready to eat the next day. A great idea when it's already the season...
Cherry tomatoes marinated according to this recipe can be eaten immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. It's a great way to extend their lifespan over the summer, adding a spicy tartness to the sweet vegetables, and...
Thinly sliced zucchini quickly absorbs the marinade, transforming its neutral flavor into a spicy, tangy one, perfect for appetizers and sandwiches. Pour a hot white vinegar marinade over them...
Pickled hot peppers with garlic can be preserved in jars for the winter. Spicy food lovers will appreciate having a jar of these fiery peppers in their fridge. Pickled jalapeño rings are the perfect...
These quick pickled cucumbers can be served immediately after preparation, enjoying their refreshing flavor, complemented by cilantro. To help the cucumbers absorb the spicy mixture more quickly...
Cucumbers, cut into sticks, are marinated with garlic, dill, and mustard seeds in a mixture of apple cider vinegar, salt, and sugar. The preparation process itself takes no more than 20 minutes, and after...
The recipe for pickled (or salted) cucumbers doesn't require vinegar. Just the vegetables, pure salt without any additives or iodine, and grape leaves (blackcurrant leaves will do) to make the cucumbers...
50 Recipes with Fresh Corn
Whole cobs, simple salads, corn ice cream... We present dozens of new ideas using fresh corn.
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Summer Sangria Recipes
This summer cocktail is perfect for a summer party with friends. The longer the sangria steeps, the better it tastes.
Lemonade and Iced Tea Recipes
It's hard to imagine summer without refreshing iced tea or lemonade. Sip them throughout the day or turn them into cocktails for a party.
These cupcakes are perfect in every way, from the moist cake with the runny filling to the amazing combination of banana, chocolate, hazelnut, and peanut flavors. The bananas mixed into the batter not only fill the cupcakes with their...
Summer Picnic Desserts That Are Easy to Take Along
Easy-to-transport desserts from our chefs will be the perfect sweet end to a summer picnic.
Flounder fillets are drizzled with a mixture of olive oil, tangy Caribbean sauce, cilantro, and lime zest, and baked in the oven until done. The delicate white fish quickly absorbs all the spicy flavors and...
To make these Mexican-inspired sandwiches, boneless chicken thighs are slow-cooked for several hours, then pan-fried until golden brown and...
Fresh zucchini is a wonderful ingredient for a vitamin-rich summer salad. Slice it very thinly and mix it with chopped cherry tomatoes. Choose vegetables of different colors—yellow,...
20 Summer Pasta Salad Recipes
These pasta salads are perfect for summer dinners and pair well with your favorite grilled dishes.
Looking for an interesting yet easy-to-make way to feed a crowd? American corn dogs are a favorite street snack for both adults and children! The sausage is skewered onto a wooden skewer,...
Grain side dish recipes
Serve hearty side dishes with spelt, bulgur, couscous, brown rice, and other grains using these chef-inspired recipes.
Make delicious, juicy sandwiches with crispy chicken and vegetables on American-style biscuits. These biscuits add a whole new texture and flavor to your chicken sandwiches. And...
Individual appetizers served in lettuce leaf bowls look very impressive, original, and stylish. They're perfect for house parties and don't require cutlery. They're especially appealing...
These kebabs are made from chicken thighs and served directly on wooden skewers with a whole ear of grilled corn. The chicken does not require marinating. The thigh pieces are skewered on pre-cut...
No furniture was harmed in the preparation of this dish. Chicken Divan is a classic American casserole of chicken and broccoli in a cheesy Mornay sauce under a crispy...
Arrabbiata is a popular Italian tomato sauce, whose name can be translated as "evil" due to its spiciness. The sauce's main ingredients are tomatoes, red pepper, garlic, and olive oil, and...
When choosing pork for sandwiches, go for pork shoulder. It requires a long simmering time, but the meat turns out very juicy and rich. Before cooking, rub the shoulder with a spice mixture...
The combination of sparkling lime, sweet melon, and fiery serrano pepper infuses this light, juicy salad with the exotic flavors of Caribbean cuisine. For an even more versatile twist, use...
To make this hearty salad, cooked quinoa is mixed with cooked corn, tomatoes, and green onions, and dressed with olive oil and lime juice. It adds a rich, filling...









































