If you have only 15 minutes to throw together a dish, I got you. As a former food snob, I use to poo-poo at store-bought sauces, preferring to make everything from scratch. That is, until I had children. Time became a luxury, and my cooking habits changed. These...
In my kitchen, food waste reduction and savvy storage solutions are as essential as the spices in my pantry. One BIG part of this is understanding the shelf life of my ingredients, so I can store them in a way that will extend their use, and know just how long I have...
Hello everyone! I've been "sustainable gardening" for over a year now -- with the aquaponics, hydroponics and microgreens. Some of our experiments are GREAT.... and some....well....let me just show you: Things That Worked Hydroponic Sweet Potatoes (in a barrel) From...
Get ready to elevate your side dish game with this fantastic Sauteed Brussels Sprouts recipe. Infused with a hint of gochujang's spicy kick, these sautéed Brussels sprouts, often referred to as "little cabbages," bring a delightful twist to your plate. With just a...
Ginger is an incredibly multifaceted ingredient. You can use it in curries, stir-fries, salad dressings and even take advantage of it's healing benefits when you are sick. Every now and again, I buy ginger with the intention of making one of those things and then......
Now I will admit I am a lazy gardener. If there is an easier, simpler way of growing my own food then I will try it. The ease of an Aquaponics garden is one of the things that appealed to me. Once an aquaponic garden is set and running, for the most part it is really...
Sriracha sauce, often fondly referred to as "rooster sauce" or simply "red sauce," has become a staple in kitchens and restaurants everywhere. It's that go-to condiment that adds the perfect blend of heat, sweetness, and tang to almost any dish. But have you ever...
I want you to meet a friend of mine, Aarti -- though you've probably have seen her mesmerizingly happy smile on the Food Network already as she was the winner of The Next Food Network Star last year! Aarti and I used to create cooking videos together with...
I don't know what I like most about this Easy Collard Greens recipe: the collard greens, the rich pot liquor or digging out the bits of smoky meat from the ham hock! Easy to make, delicious and hearty! Why This Easy Collard Greens Recipe Is So Good Simplicity in...
Bread. Is there anything better than bread? We often buy or make a lot during the holiday season to have on hand for making sandwiches and toasts especially when you have some family over and someone needs a snack right away, but maybe you have too much bread and you...
I'm Jaden Rae, a TV chef, cookbook author, recipe developer, and the creative force behind Steamy Kitchen, a 19-year food blog focused on Asian cuisine and mindful living. Steamy Kitchen has been featured on The List, the Today Show, Oprah.com, Martha Stewart Living Radio & more.