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The World's Greatest Macaroni and Cheese
When we think of comfort foods, we’re often transported back to our childhood. Memories of delicious flavours that our parents, grandparents and families would make for us come flooding back. The soft delicious, safe foods that wrap you in their arms like a blanket and tell you everything is going to be okay. For some it’s creamy buttery mashed potatoes, reminiscent of Thanksgiving dinners and afternoon naps. For others it can be a simple cheese sandwich with the crusts cut off. For me, that food is Mac & Cheese. There’s something about the crispy, salty taste of the topping. The gooey, creamy pasta. The blatant disregard for calories. Something about it just works. After a long, tough day when I’m in desperate need of a pick me up my thoughts guide me towards cheese. My thighs do not. One of the best things about adulthood, besides setting your own bedtime, is taking the foods you love from childhood and giving them an extra special twist to elevate them into something gourmet. Mac & Cheese has been dressed up in all kinds of ways over the last few years, with crafty chefs adding soft pink lobster and fine french cheeses to the magical mix. My staple though will always be bacon and beer. Though not an entirely new combination, it’s one that works time and time again. The beer in the roux adds a hoppy richness, which cuts through the creaminess of the sauce and gives it a tangy taste. The bacon, which should be crispy, gives an added dimension to the texture and a burst of umami flavour every other bite. Ingredients
By Tiffany Maddox9 years ago in Feast
Best Burger Spots In New York City
Burger spots are something of an American tradition, and New York City is something of a microcosm of America. What other city best encapsulates the diversity of the American dream—at its best and at its worst—quite like New York City?
By Anthony Gramuglia9 years ago in Feast
Strawberry, Mint and Flax Seed Smoothie
“One must ask children and birds how cherries and berries taste” Strawberries are very flexible and can be used in any dessert because of their taste, texture and most importantly their colour, which is one on the most attractive amongst all the available fruits. Here is my first recipe of a smoothie using strawberries this winter. It's a simple combo of strawberry, mint and yogurt with a dash of flax seed to give it a crunch and increase the protein content, thus making it a healthy drink. Best part about this dish is that it requires ingredients that are readily available in the market and require minimum time for preparation. A perfect combo of flavour along with this perks is something which you wouldn’t like to miss. So without wasting more time I will take you through the simple steps closer to the heaven.
By Mrugank Desai9 years ago in Feast
Delicious Stuffed Bread Recipes
I suppose, like every male, the dishes I have prepared in my kitchen workshop are more often really planned for sly attacks on the stronghold of her virtue than her digestive system. I recall last year, when visiting France, an acquaintance told me that the only aphrodisiac recipe more effective than Damiana from Mexico is a dish prepared with breasts of young chicken served with champagne sauce, and a lively bottle of Moet & Chandon from a fine year. The bottle of champagne always seemed to guarantee that the object of his affections would be cosily desired because champagne was included in all of his culinary blandishments, inside or outside of the maison.
By Dave Lee9 years ago in Feast
Easy Cookbooks for Kids
For kids, good food can be magical—so that makes the cookbook an eldritch tome of untold power. Parents can prepare tons of dishes for their kids to make them smile, make them happy, but, after awhile, kids may want to learn how to make those foods themselves. They may watch you in the kitchen, creating something amazing, and say "I want to do that." Or, perhaps, you want your child to learn the safest way to work in the kitchen early in life. Or you want a new family bonding project! Whatever the case, finding the right cookbook to inspire your kids in the kitchen can be hard, so here are some books guaranteed to turn your kids into a little culinary master.
By Anthony Gramuglia9 years ago in Feast
Best Hot Sauces
Hot Sauce. Its presence is ambiguous at every diner, restaurant, deli, cafe and home cupboard across the US and the world. It’s a condiment so widely used that there are competitions for who can make the best or hottest sauce. Of course, judging the best hot sauce is pretty subjective and the criteria used varies list to list and judge to judge. While our list is based mostly on popularity, flavor and usability, for those who want to turn up the heat, this list may be helpful to you.
By Gary Ayd9 years ago in Feast
How to Make Baked Alaska
At a recent international gastronomic festival, I enjoyed excellent food in several of the hotels. At one the special sweet was omelette surprise, which has become well-known in this country under the American name of Baked Alaska.
By Armando Carrera9 years ago in Feast
Top Food Instagrams to Follow
We’ve all fallen victim to scrolling through food Instagrams, sometimes for hours on end. Out of pure embarrassment, the fact that our thumbs begin to hurt, and yet we still keep going, generally remains hidden.
By Lindsay Parks9 years ago in Feast
10 Best BBQ Spots in the US
There is perhaps no culinary vertical (group) that is more distinctly and uniquely American than BBQ. The truly great thing about this style of cooking is how accessible it is. You don’t need sophisticated equipment or large amounts of space.
By Gary Ayd9 years ago in Feast
United States of Food
America. The free. The beautiful. The hungry. Made up of 50 unique and individual states, that leaves alot of room for different food preferences, delicacies, and customs. From the king crabs of Alaska, Illinois' deep dish pizza, and Hawaii's spam to Texas' chili, the chislic of South Dakota and Virginia's ham biscuits, the United States of Food is made up of food that makes you hungry, food that makes you want to travel, and food that makes you happy to be exactly where you are.
By Addison Lewis9 years ago in Feast
Top Sandwich Shops
Over the years, food trends have come and gone, but if there’s one thing we can all rest assured about, it’s that sandwich shops are here to stay. Since the birth of sliced bread, innovative home cooks and restaurant chefs alike have been putting their mark on the sandwich. From the school lunch box to the Michelin starred restaurant, these hand-held meals delight taste buds far and wide.
By Lindsay Parks9 years ago in Feast
How to Make the Best Steak
When it comes to celebrations, the best steak can be an essential part of your party. Some people habitually order a juicy steak from their favorite restaurant, and this habit can easily break the bank. Instead of ordering a steak out, you should try to make it at home. Beyond the favorites of rump, rib-eye, sirloin, and fillet, some good value, underrated steaks can deliver on great flavor. Thin skirt, thick skirt, and flank skirt can make delicious steaks that are worth a try. Flat iron steak is another choice for its fat marbling, texture, and flavorful taste. Here are a few guidelines to cook the best steak at home.
By Armando Carrera9 years ago in Feast