IN summertime, a barbecuer’s heart lightly turns to creating -- or stealing; who cares? -- dynamite grill recipes. That’s why we have barbecue books. The current crop shows the magnificent vitality of ...

This guacamole recipe is bursting with so much flavor. Toasting cumin seeds and then grinding them adds a lovely smoky flavor to the guacamole. Lemon juice adds a bit of tang and cilantro provides the ...

An Indian take on cranberry chutney uses mango (Indians are obsessed with them) and cumin powder, used in almost every recipe on the subcontinent. In India, mangoes are only available in summer and ...

While cumin is known for imparting a bold flavor profile to any dish, you'll want to be sure you avoid these common mistakes ...

“What makes a potato pancake a latke?” my younger daughter asked me last week, just before the eight-day Jewish festival of Hanukkah, which begins this year on Sunday evening (all Jewish holidays ...

Though we often prefer the flavor and texture of dried beans, canned beans have a leg up besides convenience - the super-starchy liquid in which the beans are packed is like an ingredient itself.

Sweet potatoes are just the kind of comfort food we want at a chilly time of year, but it might be hard to think of them as a main dish if you’re used to simply roasting them as a side. In addition, ...

Cumin is a versatile spice that is a must-have in your pantry.

Instructions: Bring 2 quarts of water to a rolling boil and add 1 teaspoon salt and turmeric. Drop the spaghetti and cook it until done (unlike the Italian penchant for al dente pasta, I like my pasta ...