“Rotisserie ovens are much more energy-efficient than conventional ovens because of their smaller size,” says Sara Sicotte, recipe developer and founder of Budget Savvy Diva. “Rotisseries are able to heat up faster thus letting you prepare your meat quickly for less money. And, if you don’t have a lot of counter space, vertical models are a great option because of their smaller footprint.” It doesn’t stop there though, a rotisserie oven can alleviate holiday cooking, dinner parties, and even weekly meal prep....

Each stand mixer should come with a wire whip, a flat beater, and a dough hook. These will manage most everyday tasks, but the great thing about stand mixers is that many have extra attachments available that handle other kitchen work—some of the options are meat grinders, pasta makers, shredders, and more. “When considering a stand mixer, map out where it is going to live in your kitchen — countertop or cabinet — since it has a substantial footprint,” says Jamie Hunt, a celebrity chef in New York City....

Plus, many models of turkey fryers, specifically electric, indoor ones, have added safety features that don’t sacrifice the quality of the cooked turkey, says Jessica Randhawa, head chef and writer for The Forked Spoon, a recipe website. In addition to its safety features, Randhawa values ease of use and cleaning (including dishwashable parts), adequate capacity (or extra-large capacity when needed), and a well-engineered oil drain. Taking all those factors into consideration, the Bayou Classic 32-Quart Turkey Fryer is our top choice for crisping up a bird to perfection....

Here’s a quick tip for choosing jalapeños that can help you decide which ones to pick. Look for Stretch Marks As they age, some peppers develop white lines and flecks, like stretch marks running in the direction of the length of the pepper. The stretch marks are also indicative of the amount of stress the pepper plant has endured. A pepper plant that is stressed, having the soil get dry between infrequent waterings, appears to have an impact on the the hotness of the pepper....

The warming combination of turmeric, ginger and coriander is an easy way to bring some Middle Eastern spices to a roasted chicken. Turmeric adds a beautiful color to this dish, and with its slightly bitter overtones, marries well with ginger and coriander. Top it off with a honey soy sauce glaze at the end of cooking, and you have a gorgeous bird that is bursting with flavor and a touch of sweetness....

Except, if you’re following a vegan lifestyle, it’s out of reach! Here’s why, and how to fix that. Wait… Kahlúa Isn’t Vegan? There are only three ingredients in a traditional White Russian: vodka, Kahlúa, and cream. But, two of them are not vegan-friendly. Kahlúa, a rum-based coffee liqueur, contains sugar that has been processed with bone char from animals, and it’s therefore not suitable for vegans. But vegan alternatives to Kahlúa exist!...

This recipe was commissioned by the Vegetarian Society as part of #nationalvegetarianweek I often talk about my struggles to get my meat-loving husband to eat more veggie-based meals. I celebrate for days if I manage to make a meal where he doesn’t even question the lack of meat. This pizza was one of those occasions! Now between you and I, it’s unlikely that as a family, we’d manage to go fully vegetarian....

This is a reader-favourite recipe included by popular demand in my debut cookbook “Dinner”! Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls – always a hit!! If I took a platter of these to a gathering with my friends, I guarantee they’d be one of the first things to go. Everybody I know loves these. Even the hardest of hard-core carnivores munch these down as enthusiastically as they would a rack of ribs. They truly are that good....

Cook for yourself, give yourself permission to eat when you have an appetite, relish every bite, and push your plate away when you’re full. New to Meal Planning? Start here! Need More Meal Planning Ideas? We Have You Covered! 

Initially, I embraced bouillon, but when I got older I dismissed it as a culinary cheat: artificial and inferior. But I eventually loosened up, especially when I learned skilled cooks in many countries rely on bouillon as an easy and affordable way to infuse rice, bean, meat, and vegetable dishes with extra flavor. What can bouillon do for you? A lot, especially if you use it strategically rather than an all-out replacement for actual stock....

Tahini, at its most basic definition, is a paste made of ground sesame seeds. Sometimes the seeds are roasted; sometimes they aren’t. Unroasted seeds are considered raw. People either tend to love it or hate it. If you’re on the “hate it” side, you might want to rethink your position and explore your sesame seeking options. “To make tahini, sesame seeds are soaked in water (sometimes salted), then crushed so the hull separates from the tender inner germ....

What’s in season in September? If you didn’t fill up on tomatoes in August, you have one more month to enjoy seasonal fresh tomatoes of all kinds — heirloom, cherry tomatoes, romas. You’ll also still find plenty of cucumbers, summer squash, and stone fruit. Eggplants and green beans are peaking in early September. Apples are the fruit that define September for me. Have you made plans to go apple picking yet?...

Take this salad for instance: Just one little tablespoon of miso makes an ordinary dressing pop with bright flavor. What Is Miso? Miso is fermented soybean paste. The soybeans are inoculated with a type of mold. That might sound creepy until you consider that so many favorite foods are fermented, including yogurt, cheese, wine, and sourdough bread. Over time, the soybeans transform into a salty, funky, flavorful paste that lasts indefinitely in the refrigerator....

How about pulled pork? Or maybe lentil stew? Chorizo and eggs is always a winner! The following recipes all serve double duty. They’re great meals on their own, but they also make great toppers for baked potatoes! So whether you want a light meal or something more decadent, each ones of these recipes will boost your humble potato into the upper stratosphere of dinner satisfaction. Need a baked potato crash course?...

The Best Appetizer Ideas This roundup includes some great appetizer ideas that are perfect for any occasion! It includes: Easy appetizers – Something simple you can whip up for your guests quickly.Healthy appetizers – Great tasting appetizers you can feel good about serving.Christmas appetizers – Perfect for your holiday festivities.Super bowl appetizers – Tasty bites for the big game.Cold appetizers – When you need something for a bbq or warm summer gatherings....

However, sometimes we have trouble finding good Whole30 Instant Pot recipes, so we put together this roundup of delicious recipes we thought we’d share with you all! The Instant Pot for your Whole30 The Instant Pot is especially useful if you are doing a Whole30. It’s almost a necessity when you are cooking all of your food at home and trying to be as quick and efficient as possible. It is also good for cooking large batches of food for leftovers, which are essential for surviving a Whole30....

Lobster Recipes Rounding off a crazy year, Australian grocery stores have been selling lobsters at steeply discounted prices in the weeks leading up to Christmas due to trade tensions with China. (Read more below.) If you’ve been lucky enough to pick one up, here are 6 Lobster recipes that really make the most of them. All easy – and you’re likely to have everything to make at least one of these, if not two or three!...

No more! Thanks to the benefits of technology, I now use an air fryer to make my egg rolls and they turn out almost as crispy and delicious as the deep-fried version! Why Air Fry Egg Rolls? There are two reasons why you might want to air fry your egg rolls. Some traditionally fried recipes adapt well to the air fryer, but egg rolls work really well. They come out crispy and browned, and if you have access to an air fryer, this is a must try!...

Ready in about 45 minutes, they are very easy to make. Simply mix everything in one bowl, scoop onto a baking sheet and bake for around 15 minutes. These cookies are incredible. They have this wonderfully tender crumb, and the almond extract adds such an interesting depth of flavor. They are so good, so tender and light, that it’s difficult to believe they’re made with almond flour and no white flour....

Fresh Or Dried Apples? It’s a good question. We don’t typically eat dried fruits too often because they can spike blood sugar, but sometimes you just have to indulge a little. You can make these cookies with either dried or fresh apples, but I recommend dried or dehydrated. They taste delicious with fresh apples, but the excess water makes the cookies soften after they bake and they fall apart. So, if you plan to enjoy these apple cinnamon cookies with a group of people in one day, go ahead and use fresh apples, but if you are trying to make them last a bit longer, use dried or dehydrated apples as they keep much better....