When I travel I always pay attention to gardens — they teach me a lot and spark fresh ideas. You might remember what I learned from a special Arizona garden last year. On my recent trip to Kosovo and Greece I did the same: while Brian photographed odd and amusing sights (I’ll save those for … Read more

Writing this post is one of the hardest things I’ve had to do. In the past few days I received devastating news: our beloved Lis (Lisa Cifelli of La mia Cucina) passed away suddenly. The news left me and many others in the Daring Kitchen community stunned and heartbroken. Although I never met Lis in … Read more

After a long day, deciding what to cook can feel like one more chore. These 33 ground beef recipes are gathered for anyone who wants dependable, low-effort dinner ideas. The list focuses on simple, satisfying meals you can make on weeknights, for leftovers, or when your energy is low. Expect crowd-pleasing classics, quick skillet dinners, … Read more

Pressing cider is an excellent way to preserve fresh apples through the winter. You can can cider as fresh juice, freeze it, or ferment it into hard cider — each method keeps for months or longer when stored properly. A quality commercial cider press can be expensive. After years of saving, a double-barrel press was … Read more

Mid-August meals are coming in strong! So many fresh flavors and seasonal produce this week. It’s going to be delicious! What To Eat This Week Start the week with chimichurri grilled chicken and couscous—a reliably tasty, easy-to-make dinner that’s full of bright, herb-forward flavor. Next up, grilled garlic herb pizza topped with heirloom tomatoes is … Read more

This delicious vegan dal makhani offers the ideal mix of simplicity and authentic Indian flavor. Traditional dal makhani can take hours, but with a few simple shortcuts this version is ready in about 40 minutes without sacrificing taste. ⭐Why you’ll love it Much quicker than traditional dal makhani while still tasting authentic. Easy to follow—great … Read more

Today’s recipe is a bright, simple beetroot and mint salad dressed with pomegranate molasses. With just a handful of ingredients and about ten minutes of hands-on time, this vegan-friendly dish works beautifully as a quick lunch or a refreshing side at a summer barbecue. One of my culinary inspirations, Édouard de Pomiane, captures the virtues … Read more

This easy lamb chops recipe is ideal for special occasions, date nights, or a satisfying weeknight dinner. Caramelized, tender, and juicy from a honey‑balsamic marinade, each bite is balanced by a bright mint chimichurri served on the side. If you enjoy this lamb dish, consider trying Parmesan Crusted Lamb Chops or Roasted Boneless Leg of … Read more

These grain-free orange cardamom cookies are made with almond flour for a healthy, protein-packed treat. They’re vegan, gluten-free, and refined-sugar free. I’m excited to share a new recipe: grain-free orange cardamom cookies. After recovering from a recent illness, I was eager to get back in the kitchen and create something simple, flavorful, and nourishing. These … Read more