Sign in Subscribe

cooking

9 Friday night dinners so good takeout can wait

When the end of the week hits, it’s tempting to fall back on delivery because it feels like the fastest way to get something good on the table. Instead of scrolling endlessly, here are 9 options to choose from that make staying in feel just as rewarding. This collection

National Picnic Day brings new focus to packing meals that travel well

National Picnic Day on April 23 draws attention to a practical part of eating outdoors: packing food that can survive the trip. As more spring meals move to parks, beaches and roadside stops, picnic plans often come down to what will still hold up by lunchtime. A National Today survey

Outdoor dining season starts earlier as patios and backyards fill up

Spring is quietly becoming an outdoor dining season, and neither restaurants nor home cooks wait for summer to prove it. From rooftop bars filling on weeknights to backyard tables taking over casual get-togethers, the shift shows up in how Americans take advantage of the milder weather. For many, the

11 side dishes that are better than the main course

Main dishes usually get all the attention, but anyone who cooks or hosts knows how frequently the sides are what people keep going back for. If you’ve ever felt like the extras deserve more credit, this collection pulls together 11 side dish ideas that quietly steal the spotlight without

9 ground beef dinners for nights when you’re tired of the usual

There are 9 ground beef ideas here for those nights when you’re staring at the same old options, and nothing sounds good anymore. If you’re the kind of cook who’s tired, short on time, and not in the mood to overthink things, this collection keeps it simple

11 casserole recipes that make the oven do the work while you catch up

When your schedule feels packed but you still want something that feels complete, having 11 go-to casserole options to choose from makes things easier. This collection is for anyone who prefers hands-off cooking without sacrificing convenience or variety. You get recipes that lean on the oven to do

Spring pantry resets push cooks to refresh staples and rethink weekly meals

Spring often means a pantry reset, with home cooks clearing out winter leftovers and restocking sauces, spices and basics for another week of familiar meals. The reset does more than refill shelves, as cooks choose staples that support regular home cooking while grocery budgets stay tight and weeknight meals still