Creating your own pizza doesn’t require much in terms of specialty equipment. Aside from a well-calibrated oven or grill, you’ll just need a high-quality pizza stone to ensure even heat distribution and your preferred level of char. That’s why we choose Lodge’s Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Baking Pan as our top choice; the cast iron allows the pie to cook evenly every time. Don’t think of pizza stones as a unitasker though—they come in handy for making bread and other baked goods, and some can also be used as a griddle....

A few things to consider: If it’s your first time buying a major appliance, check out stores with high customer service standards or retailers whose websites include helpful buying guides, tips, and how-tos. Buying more than one appliance? Look for bundling options to save money and create a seamless look. If you’re on a budget, look for deals, promotions, and sales being offered; many websites also have a “top deals” or “close-out” section....

Aprons come in many different shapes and sizes, with common styles including bib, crossback, and half aprons. When buying an apron, take note of the type of material, dimensions, and any additional features like pockets. The aprons highlighted below were chosen after consulting reviews and product information across a variety of retailers, then put to the test in my home kitchen while making dozens of dumplings. They were then reviewed and ranked according to criteria like design, performance, and how easy they were to clean....

“The perfect sized paring knife is anywhere from 2.5 to 4 inches,” says Jessica Woodford, personal chef and founder of Cooking by Jessica. “Use your hand size to determine which size to get. I have one 2.5-inch and one 4-inch paring knife and I use both for different jobs.” “I wouldn’t use a paring knife for mincing or cutting larger items,” Woodford says. “Paring knives are great for those smaller items or jobs that need excellent attention to detail....

Tongs generally come in small (6 or 7 inches), medium (9 to 12 inches), and large (12-plus inches) lengths. They’re typically built of two handles attached at one end with a spring and have scalloped grippers at the other end. Kitchen tongs can be made out of stainless steel, and some have silicone or nylon tips over the grippers. Most have some closure mechanism for easier storage, either hanging or in a drawer....

This recipe is for canned beans, a “quick” version of baked beans using three different types of beans—kidney beans, black beans, and cannellini beans. My father adapted this recipe from one in an old issue of Bon Appétit magazine years ago. It has a tangy, rich flavor from the vinegar, molasses, and bacon and is a cinch to put together. A great side for pork or steak. Alternatively, cook in a slow cooker 4 hours on high, or 8 on low....

Specialty salads are meant to be side dishes, but we gobble them up like they’re the main course! Get avocados involved and we couldn’t be happier (and our bellies couldn’t be more full!) Tomato avocado salad is one of these summer side dishes that we can’t get enough of, and regularly consume as an entire meal. Join us, won’t you? Can tomato avocado salad be made vegan? Yes! This recipe is almost vegan already, only requiring that you substitute the honey with maple syrup to make it 100% vegan....

How to Cook Meatloaf on a Smoker Follow these simple steps to get the perfect smoked meatloaf. Need a side dish? Check out this listing of healthy BBQ sides! The Smoked Meatloaf Glaze I usually don’t like a glaze on my meatloaf. It brings back memories of overcooked meatloaf with ketchup slathered on it. When meatloaf is smoked, it already has a bunch of savory and smoky flavor, so a glaze is really optional and just adds a nice tangy crust to the meatloaf....

But sometimes the tinned shop bought stuff rules. Most of my tinned essentials consist of chopped tomatoes, kidney beans, sweetcorn and tuna fish. So on the whole, not too bad really. You won’t catch me buying: Tinned stewing steak - reminds me of dog food Tinned ham - with it’s slimy, jelly-like texture (blurgh) Baked beans with those little sausages in - do those sausages even contain meat? Tinned cherry pie filling though....

The History of Pound Cake Perhaps pound cake feels so lived-in because it’s an old recipe with simple ingredients that’s been passed verbally from one cook to the next. The cake actually predates its American arrival in Amelia Simmons’ 1796 cookbook, American Cookery, which is recognized as the first American cookbook. This revolutionary book was the first on record to incorporate locally available foods such as turkey, cranberries, and corn. It also included a very simple recipe for pound cake, which acquired its name because the baker needed 1 pound each of eggs, flour, sugar, and butter to make it....

Ginger and spice and everything nice, that’s what gingerbread cookies are for! And if you happen to be dairy-free, you’re still invited to the party this year. VIDEO! How to Make Vegan Gingerbread People These warmly-spiced, festive cookies are made without eggs or butter and, instead, feature Extra Light Olive Oil from Filippo Berio. The flavor of the oil is subtle and light, and take it from us, you’re going to start to use it in all your favorite baking recipes!...

At just 342 calories per serving, this is my kind of healthy food – satisfying, packed with flavour and oh-so-good for you! At the beginning of 2016, I declared that I was on a mission to eat healthier and share more fabulous meat-free dishes and salads here on RecipeTin Eats. Almost 3/4 of the way through the year, and I thoroughly admit to having failed on that New Years’ Resolution....

Remove the chops from the pan and place into a high-sided baking dish or roasting pan. (If your pork chops are very thin and have cooked through at this point, skip the oven step and tent them loosely with aluminum foil while making the sauce.)

Nutmeg is one of these special spices. While there’s a clear line between the perfect amount of nutmeg and way too much (it can be overpowering if used in excess), when done right, nutmeg makes whatever food it’s in taste warm and almost woody, sort of like the scent your clothes carry after a bonfire. Chances are you already have this spice in your cabinet, but may only break it out here and there, so here’s everything you need to know about nutmeg and how to cook with it....

Prep Time: 5 minutes Fridge Time: 30 minutes Yield: about 3/4 pounds bark Ingredients 10 oz white chocolate chips 1-2 tablespoons red and green sprinkles Instructions Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Pour white chocolate chips into a microwave safe bowl. Microwave on high in 15 second increments, stirring in between, until chocolate chips are almost all melted. Stir until remaining chocolate chips are melted and smooth. Spread chocolate out on the prepared baking sheet into about an 8×10 inch rectangle....

One such go-to move is a corn on the cob bar. Yes, it is just what it sounds like, and yet, it’s so much more. High summer corn on the cob is grilled in the husk and served with a bevy of toppings and sides so that everyone can assemble the cobs of their dreams. The idea all started when I wanted to make elotes for a group of friends one July night....

As long as you don’t add grapes, you’re good! And it will only take you 15 minutes to make. Almost every Sunday afternoon, I bake several chicken breasts. I can then use them during the week in many tasty recipes, such as keto enchilada casserole or stuffed poblano peppers. One of my favorite uses for cooked chicken is this tasty salad. I make it often for lunch, and I also make it when we go on a picnic....

If you’re a vegetarian, or just really like eating that way often (like I do), it can be especially easy to fall into the same defaults: breakfast-for-dinner, soup, pasta, tacos. Many of the recipes below do align with those fallback meals—nothing wrong with what works!—but these recipes are also creative and different enough to break you out of whatever rut you might be in. We’ve also thrown in a few additional vegetarian recipes that maybe you haven’t thought of yet!...

Meal prep is the best option for easy lunches during the week If you haven’t heard, we are huge advocates for meal prep! We even wrote a full how to meal prep blog post, where we outline some tips and strategies for successful meal prep. We think that prepping healthy food for lunches to take to work or send with the kiddos to school can be a game changer for you!...

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, this week I’m motivated to make lighter meals that are simple, satisfying, and nourishing. It’s a fitting segue to next week’s feast. I gathered five weeknight vegetarian meals that are substantial enough to hold their own from a slurp-worthy noodle soup and a roasted vegetable soup brimming with flavor to a cheesy casserole that won’t bog you down. New to Meal Planning? Start here!...