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Advanced
Put your culinary experience to work with recipes that reward skill, patience, and attention to detail. From refined preparations to challenging cooking techniques, these dishes offer experienced home cooks the opportunity to create impressive results and expand their culinary repertoire.
Beginner
New to cooking? Start here! These approachable recipes feature simple ingredients, familiar kitchen tools, and easy-to-follow instructions. No previous cooking experience is needed—just a little curiosity and an appetite for something delicious.
Easy
Ready to build your kitchen confidence? These recipes introduce everyday cooking techniques while keeping preparation straightforward and enjoyable. Perfect for home cooks who know their way around the kitchen and appreciate delicious results without unnecessary complications.
Intermediate
Take your cooking skills to the next level! These recipes invite you to explore more involved preparations, coordinate multiple steps, and practice techniques that bring greater depth, flavor, and creativity to your cooking. A rewarding choice for confident home cooks looking for a satisfying challenge.
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Corn Nuggets
Instructions 1 (11 ounce) can creamed corn 1 (11 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 egg white 2 tablespoons…
Strawberries ‘N Feta
Ingredients 1 cup strawberries, sliced 1 ounce feta, crumbled Balsamic vinegar Mint or basil Prepartion Place strawberries in a bowl and sprinkle feta on top. Drizzle balsamic vinegar…
Avocado-Buttermilk Soup with Crab Salad
Simple orange-infused crabmeat floats atop a rich, creamy soup. You’ll need a blender to make the soup; if it seems a little too thick, add 1 to 2…
Tomato Salsa
Zingy, refreshing salsas are easy to improvise—simply balance the proportions of ingredients according to taste. Top burritos, tacos, enchiladas, nachos, chili, or bean soups; add to omelets and…
Vodka-Cream Sauce
This is an old-school favorite with sophisticated flair. The vodka perks up the tomatoes, and the cream makes the sauce rich and smooth. Try stirring in pulled chicken…
Slow-Cooker Tomato Sauce
Turn summer tomatoes into a dinnertime star. Ingredients 8 pounds fresh tomatoes (such as plum or San Marzano) 2 large sweet onions, chopped 6 garlic cloves, chopped 1…
BBQ Glaze
Ingredients 240g Molasses 120g Liquid smoke 60g Liquid aminos, or soy sauce Preparation Whisk the ingredients together in a small jar or bowl. Set aside. Cook’s Notes We…
Zucchini Quinoa Fritters
Ingredients 2 cups cooked quinoa 1/2 cup cannellini beans, rinsed and drained overnight, optional 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (or seasoned breadcrumbs) 2 zucchinis,…
Onion Flowers
Ingredients 6 medium red onions or sweet onions (such as Walla Walla), skin on, roots intact 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided Salt (smoked is delicious here) Herbs-either a…
Steve’s Tomato Sauce
Ingredients 2 14.5-ounce cans Diced Tomatoes with Green Peppers, Celery & Onions 5 Tablespoons butter 1 Tablespoon Thai Fish Sauce Preparation Combine the tomatoes, their juices, the butter…
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