I realize spring has sprung for most of the country but my kitchen and my dinner table seem to be stuck in winter. I’m still craving comfort foods, braises and stews, the hallmarks of fall and winter cooking, even as temperatures climb and flowers bloom. Hence, this Skillet Turkey Pot Pie, which I’ve made → Hungry for more?
Not much beats a well-made cheeseburger — perfectly-cooked ground beef topped with gooey, melted cheese. Here are a few tips to help you make the perfect cheeseburger. 1.Think outside the individually-wrapped processed squares! Experiment with other cheeses that melt well, like fontina, mozzarella, or gruyere. Crumbly cheeses like feta and gorgonzola are also excellent → Hungry for more?
Empanadas are perfect little bundles of ground meat, ideally suited for little hands at lunch time. They can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature and your filling options are limitless. These are lightly spiced to please young palates, but you can create a grown-up, spicier version by adding more paprika and chili powder → Hungry for more?
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