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Turn a can of black beans into enfrijoladas, a saucy vegetarian supper
Beans and tortillas are a classic pairing served in numerous configurations, usually with the beans served in or on the tortilla. But for Oaxacan enfrijoladas, lightly fried tortillas are dipped into and completely coated by a black bean puree.
Mar 18, 2024 5:37 AM
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Claire Nielsen: Allergies are the sneaky epidemic
Allergies sneak up on us and if ignored or tolerated over the years, can have a cumulative negative effect on our health.
Mar 17, 2024 2:00 AM
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It's not what St. Patrick used, but today's three-leaved shamrock can make a nice houseplant
St. Patrick is believed to have used a three-leaf clover to explain the complexity of the Trinity to nonbelievers in 5th century Ireland. Ever since, the shamrock has been revered by the Irish and held as a symbol of good luck.
Mar 12, 2024 7:37 AM
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Chefs see a more confident, local Irish cuisine going well beyond meat and potatoes
It may come as a surprise that one of Ireland’s most renowned chefs opened a Spanish tapas place for his first restaurant in Galway. That was 2008, though, a time when Jp McMahon saw — and felt — a lack of confidence in Irish cuisine.
Mar 12, 2024 5:52 AM
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Crispy fried pasta pairs a savory crunch with chickpeas
Italians know well that the texture of pasta matters greatly. Hence, the emphasis on cooking it until just barely al dente, or until tender, but with a pleasant chew. But that’s not where the lesson stops.
Mar 11, 2024 4:47 AM
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Why you should stop texting your kids at school
Virginia high school teacher Joe Clement keeps track of the text messages parents have sent students sitting in his economics and government classes: — “What did you get on your test?” — “Did you get the field trip form signed?”
Mar 9, 2024 9:15 PM
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Hearing aids improve seniors' independence and quality of life
Get the facts vs. myths about hearing aids at a HearingLife clinic near you
Mar 4, 2024 7:30 AM
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New varieties of tried-and-true vegetables invite gardeners to experiment
Tomatoes, garlic, chives, basil, parsley, thyme and sage have been permanent residents in my garden for ages. But every year, I experiment with new -– or new to me -- crops.
Feb 27, 2024 6:00 AM
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Kimberly Palmer: Fighting over money? Ways to seek common ground with your partner
Figuring out how to manage money together might be an important part of a happy relationship, but it’s a skill that doesn’t always come naturally.
Feb 26, 2024 6:00 AM
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A trio of warming spices makes this beefy Egyptian omelet dinner-worthy
Omelets often are served at breakfast or brunch in the U.S., but in plenty of cuisines the dinner table is fair game, too. Which also means you're not limited to American-style omelets, which can be overly cheesy, greasy and salty.
Feb 26, 2024 5:31 AM
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