Gourmet Food on a Budget - Recipes, Methods, and Meal Planning - Ever Forward, Ever Flavorful
Pilaf made by toasting wild rice, orzo, and converted rice in butter before cooking in broth in the Instant Pot for a perfectly fluffy texture.
Use converted rice so the grains stay separate and firm under pressure.
Chicken base creates rich broth without leaving a forgotten carton to become a science experiment.
Fine herbs add a fresh, delicate flavor that complements the nuttiness of the wild rice.
Retro bean dip is what you’re looking for something new to bring to your next gathering, whether it’s a cozy fall party or your Halloween buffet, this Retro Kidney Bean Dip is ready for its comeback. I discovered the recipe in an old newspaper clipping from “Pepp. Farm,” and with one glance, I knew I had to try it. What I didn’t expect was how much I’d love it. It’s creamy, tangy, rich, and surprisingly addictive. It's everything you want in a good dip.
Fettuccine with Chicken and Asparagus delivers every time when you want something quick, comforting, and elegant. It’s a dish built on balance — tender chicken, crisp asparagus, and a light, creamy sauce that coats every strand of pasta. You can make it with ingredients you likely already have on hand, and the whole meal comes together in about 30 minutes.
Pumpkin Spice Cranberry Muffin Breakfast Cake is a delicious cake you can serve as a breakfast cake, a brunch treat, or a show-stopping holiday cake. The wheat germ in the streusel topping adds nutty richness. It's great warm or cold topped with whipped cream.
This Seafood Farfalle Fiesta Salad is a playful spin on Seefood and Bows, made with smoky chipotle shrimp, tender bowtie pasta, and mild poblano peppers for a fresh, colorful twist.
Chicken Lemon Garlic is a tried and true combination that's easy to make even for those times you "just don't want to cook."
Sushi Oshizushi is a wonderful and easy way of making sushi. Rolling sushi can feel intimidating. If you’ve ever tried with a bamboo mat, you know the frustration: rice sticking everywhere, fillings falling out, and rolls that don’t look like the restaurant versions. That’s where a traditional wooden oshizushi mold comes in. With this simple tool, you can make neat, pressed sushi squares that look elegant, taste wonderful, and don’t require any rolling skills.
Blueberry Muffin Breakfast Cake with a crumb topping is a celebration of Spring. Fresh blueberries pop in your mouth and make your smile.
Virgin Mojito popsicles are a refreshing answer to hot summer days. They combine lime, mint, sugar, and water into a refreshing make-ahead summer dessert with a cool history.
Ceviche made with surimi is a great dish for summer. It's safe because it's made with imitation crab, fully cooked surimi. It's quick because everything is chopped in the food processor.