This cocktail was named after the Irish folklore character Jack, who, after a failed deal with the Devil, was forced to wander with a carved pumpkin lantern, which became one of...
Summer Recipes
"I love Margaritas! Especially spicy ones," shares recipe author Dana Beninati. "But I'm not a fan of store-bought Margarita mixes with their artificial ingredients. In this recipe, homemade..."
A honey glaze with lime, soy sauce, and sambal oelek paste infuses chicken with a bouquet of Asian flavors. Grill the chicken, brushing it with the glaze for a deliciously baked finish.
This green Margarita impresses not only with its vibrant appearance but also with its invigorating flavor and chili pepper heat. Its vibrant color comes from the juice of spinach, cucumber, and serrano pepper. Garnish the rim...
Make Indian-style wraps with juicy, seared chicken seasoned with garam masala. Wrap it in naan bread, top it with mango chutney, jalapeño, and cilantro, and serve with...
This sweet and tart dressing with honey and rice vinegar adds a pleasant tang thanks to the addition of Sriracha, a popular Asian sauce. It's perfect for rice noodle salads,...
Combine cooked rice noodles with fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, and herbs in a spicy Asian dressing with fresh chili and ginger. Sprinkle with cashews for crunch and serve as an appetizer or...
These quick pickles are ready to eat as soon as the brine has cooled, but their flavor will become stronger and more pungent with each passing day. The spiciness comes from Sriracha sauce and Fresno chili. If you want to enhance the flavor...
These pulled pork tostadas are easy to customize to suit your family's tastes and preferences. You can add refried beans, guacamole, or a fruit salsa like mango to the basic filling! And...
Juicy pulled pork in a rich sauce is a great alternative to ground beef when it comes to tacos. Giada De Laurentiis marins the meat with beer, adds orange zest, spices, and chipotle peppers...
Ree Drummond's pulled pork recipe always works. She roasts the meat at a low temperature until it's tender, sweet, and deliciously juicy. Pulled pork in barbecue sauce...
If you have leftover roast turkey in the fridge and a jar of canned tomatoes in the pantry, these tacos are ready in minutes. Just heat everything up...
A tasty and healthy sweet potato serves as a taco "container" instead of traditional tortillas. But at the same time, the dish resembles a stuffed potato. Regardless, it turns out very...
Iced tea and natural homemade lemonade are two popular drinks at summer house parties. To avoid the hassle of choosing, combine them in one pitcher! You get tea lemonade or iced...
To add more flavor to fresh strawberries, especially if they're not very sweet on their own, slice them, sprinkle them with sugar, and let them sit for a while to release their juices. Macerated...
Chicken wings are first smoked in a smoker until semi-done, then deep-fried until crisp and tossed with a sweet and tangy garnet molasses glaze. This method...
Sweet black tea is an unusual ingredient for a brine, but it adds a richer and more interesting flavor to pickled vegetables. Pour the sweet and spicy tea brine over various vegetables, such as chopped...
Beef brisket can be cooked in the oven to achieve the same delicious barbecue flavor as real beef. To achieve this, it's important to choose the right spices, add brown sugar for a sweet...
For this smoked ribs recipe, you won't need a smoker or grill—it's all done in the oven! And the spicy smoked paprika adds a wonderful smoky flavor. Half an hour before they're ready, brush...
Pickled cherry peppers are a great alternative to pickles in this delicious, sweet-and-tart pineapple relish. The relish comes together in minutes: just toss all the ingredients in...
Add freshly squeezed lime juice to the honey jalapeño steak marinade for an even richer, sweet-spicy flavor. Grill the marinated steak until nicely browned, then slice thinly...
This refreshing pink cocktail is made with sparkling rosé wine, pink lemonade, and gin. For added flair, garnish the rim of the glass with crushed pink peppercorns. The cocktail...
Give homemade beef patties the flavor of Spanish chorizo by adding smoked paprika, coriander seeds, and red pepper flakes to the coarsely ground beef. The coriander seeds should be lightly...
This delicious pasta is packed with summer flavors and ready in minutes. Simply toss cooked spaghetti with sweet grape tomatoes and fresh herbs in a light, creamy sauce.
This recipe for the classic Sloppy Joe sandwich is inspired by Tex-Mex flavors. Instead of traditional ground beef, it uses raw...
If you find yourself with stale bread, don't rush to throw it away. You can use it to make a sweet bread pudding with a creamy cinnamon sauce – perfect for a late Sunday breakfast...
This hearty and delicious pie will be a hit with those on a gluten-free diet. It's similar to a quiche without the crust, but a bit denser. To make it, you'll need a cast-iron skillet...
North Carolina-style barbecue sauce has the same sweet, smoky flavor as classic barbecue sauce, but with a more pronounced tartness from vinegar and mustard. It's easy...
This Italian bread salad, panzanella, features juicy tomatoes, baby kale, crisp celery, egg, green onions, and capers, dressed with a red wine vinegar and mustard vinaigrette.
This unusual pizza is perfect for dessert. Its base is a large round slice of watermelon, spread with Greek yogurt and topped with fresh berries, drizzled with ganache, and garnished with grated...
A cold salad of sweet watermelon, cucumber, and salty feta cheese in a tart mint vinaigrette—just the thing on a hot summer day! Watermelon and cucumbers contain a lot of water, making them...
Toasted baguette slices are rubbed with garlic, then topped with thinly sliced tomatoes and drizzled with a thick beer sauce made with two types of cheese – sharp cheddar and Stilton. Toast the croutons in...
"By blending store-bought ricotta in a food processor with olive oil, salt, and a lot of love, you'll get an incredibly smooth, fluffy texture that pairs so well with the bold flavors of this light...
This dip is versatile. Transfer it warm to a bowl and serve with fresh vegetables, crackers, toasted bread, or a cheese or meat platter. You can also serve it chilled or...
60 Amazing Asparagus Recipes for Spring and Beyond
While asparagus looks quite elegant on the plate, it's not at all difficult to prepare. These recipes—from baked side dishes to elegant risottos—
Original Margarita Cocktail Recipes
There's little that can beat the classic Margarita, but if you're looking to try something new, here are some fun variations: unusual,
This pasta is packed with a bouquet of summer vegetables, and the secret to its superb flavor lies in the combination of grilled, blanched, and marinated vegetables. This contrast of textures and flavors brings all the ingredients together...
Grilling the sausages and broccoli rabe adds a smoky flavor that infuses the entire dish. Toss the vegetables and sausages with the cooked pasta, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, and...
A delicious summer alternative to traditional pizza. It's quick and easy to make. Grill sliced zucchini, spread ricotta on flatbread, and top with grilled vegetables. A couple of minutes on the grill...
Prepare juicy pork ribs in the Kansas barbecue tradition. Ribs are seasoned with salt and black pepper and smoked for several hours on the grill until tender. Towards the end of the cooking time...
Pork ribs can be cooked in a slow cooker, and they'll turn out just as juicy and delicious as those cooked on a summer barbecue. After braising, the sauce left in the bottom of the pan can be used for serving.
The surest way to cook salmon with the perfect texture is to bake it in the oven at a low temperature. It will turn out very tender and juicy, and even those who love a crispy crust won't be left out:...
Even on weekdays, you can have a relaxing weekend dinner with a slow cooker. Add the pork ribs, pour in the Thai sweet and spicy sauce, set the timer, and get cooking!
This recipe, perfect for any occasion, uses fish's best friends: butter, fresh herbs, and lemon. Baking in the oven at a high temperature allows the fillets to lightly brown on foil without...
Making a rich ancho chili sauce takes time. Be sure to toast it first, as this will give it a more complex, smoky flavor. Then marinate the shrimp in this sauce...
Ceviche is typically made with raw fish and is considered an integral part of Peruvian cuisine. If fresh fish isn't available, try this version made with boiled shrimp. Slice them...
Keep this simple recipe for delicious shrimp on hand to delight your guests anytime. The shrimp are pan-fried and topped with a zesty homemade parsley sauce with...
Thai red curry paste is a delicious blend of red chili pepper, garlic, lemongrass, and shrimp paste that infuses this soup with a vibrant, complex flavor and warming aroma. This soup...
In this version of a thick New England chowder, the potatoes are accompanied by shrimp and a little fried bacon, which adds a richer flavor and aroma. Add the shrimp at the very end so they...
This dish is inspired by the flavors and aromas of a classic shrimp boilie with andouille sausage, jacket potatoes, corn, Old Bay seasoning, and garlic. Unlike a boilie, everything is cooked in...






















































