Asparagus Risotto Cook's Illustrated Method

Asparagus Risotto

Creamy, delicious and comforting, Risotto is undisputedly one of the classic rice dishes of the world. When I heard of Cook’s Illustrated came out with an “easy, partially hands off” method for Asparagus Risotto, I wondered if their scientific approach would improve my risotto.

Asparagus Risotto Cook's Illustrated Method

Asparagus Risotto

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Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner

Corned Beef Cabbage Dinner

I get super psyched over St. Patrick’s Day! It’s not the parades that get me going, it’s not the partying: It’s the Corned Beef Cabbage Dinner. I love love love me some of that luscious, briny Corned Beef and the potatoes, carrots, and cabbage that go with it. All those veggies flavored by that broth. Heaven!!

Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner

Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner

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Classic Shepherd's Pie

Classic Shepherds Pie

I grew up in a small town in Northwest Iowa that was settled by Irish immigrants. And even though I don’t remember my Mom ever making a Classic Shepherd’s Pie, I know I had it at friends’ houses. It was just kind of a staple that pretty much everyone made.

Classic Shepherd's Pie

Classic Shepherd’s Pie

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