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The secret to this Ukrainian soup? It’s all in the sauerkraut

Adding fermented vegetables to the first course of a meal is common in Ukrainian cuisine, and one of the most popular pickled-vegetable dishes is sauerkraut soup. It might sound a little odd, but trust me — it's breathtaking. This recipe is from my cookbook "The Authentic Ukrainian ...

Toast to a new year with strawberry champagne cocktail

`Tis the season for toasting. New YearÄ¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Eve celebrations tend to be raucous, and itÄ¢¹½ÊÓÆµ not uncommon to hoist a glass in the air when ushering in a new year at the stroke of midnight. Revelers looking to add a little extra flavor to their New YearÄ¢¹½ÊÓÆµ toast can consider this recipe for a ...

Foods with healthy-sounding buzzwords could be hiding added sugar

Many consumers feel pride in avoiding the glazed pastries in the supermarket and instead opting for "all natural" granola that comes packed with extra protein. Same goes for low-fat yogurts "made with real fruit," "organic" plant-based milks and bottled "superfood" smoothies. Buyer beware: ...

Festively chase away chills

Cooler temperatures have arrived to coincide with what many characterize as the most festive time of year. The period from Thanksgiving to New YearÄ¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Day is filled with major holidays and many opportunities for friends and family to gather together in good cheer. Naturally, spending time ...

Home cooking for the holiday season

Home cooking is a big part of the holiday season, when families and friends gather around the dinner table with greater frequency than they might at other times of year. The convivial nature of holiday gatherings is made even warmer when families and friends break bread together, and this ...

Baked brie is a cheese-centric crowd pleaser

Cheese is beloved all over the world. While cheese features more prominently in some cultures than others, its popularity still knows no bounds. That popularity is something hosts can keep in mind as they plan to welcome loved ones into their homes during the holiday season. Couple the ...