September 7, 2022, 6:04am Food
Spaghetti Bolognese is an Italian favorite. Here’s a light version that’s quick, easy and won’t break the calorie bank. Using ground chicken gives a new flavor twist and lightens the dish. The secret to the rich flavor is to thinly slice the onions, celery and carrots cook them until they… Read story
September 7, 2022, 6:04am Food
This mock “risotto” takes only 10 minutes to make and doesn’t need constant stirring. Instead of using traditional rice for the risotto, I use orzo, a rice-shaped pasta, and a large nonstick skillet for this quick meal. The orzo has a creamy texture when cooked this way. Using a large,… Read story
September 7, 2022, 6:04am Food
Certain meals are simply fun to prepare and fun to eat. In my opinion, grilled shish kebabs definitely fall into that category. Not only are they perfect for grilling, the end result is a meal that covers everything: meat, vegetables and starch. Read story
September 7, 2022, 6:04am Food
I’m a sucker for eggplant in any form, but really adore it in Chinese food, especially when it’s tossed in a spicy garlic sauce accentuated with the gentle heat of chili. So the second I saw the cover of Hannah Che’s stellar new cookbook, “The Vegan Chinese Kitchen,” man, did… Read story
September 7, 2022, 6:04am Food
Keith Corbin wasn’t looking for a career as a chef when he went to work for Roy Choi and Daniel Patterson at their Watts neighborhood restaurant, Locol. Read story
September 7, 2022, 6:03am Food
We’ve all seen it happen. The steamer basket of xiao long bao arrives at the table. Your one friend with no patience reaches in, scoops up a dumpling and eagerly plops the entire thing into his mouth. Scalding hot soup squirts from the dumpling, injuring your friend and anyone sitting… Read story
September 7, 2022, 6:03am Clark County Life
Our family is about to leave for a weeklong vacation. We’ll be traveling by car on several days and it’s always nice to have snacks for the road. We usually pack sliced apples and pears, crackers, grapes and dried fruit. This time, I thought I’d make something special for our… Read story
September 7, 2022, 6:02am Food
What is a dumpling? Read story