Weekly Wrap-Up (1/29-2/4)

In case you missed them, we’ve compiled our favorite blog posts of the week all in one place so you can read, get inspired — and cook!

 

5 Top-Rated Winter Soups When you’re craving comforting, hearty dishes that warm the soul and won’t cause a fuss, soup always satisfies. These five recipes have become favorites in our customers’ kitchens — and hopefully they will in yours, too.

Dishes to Feed a Crowd Sharing meals with friends and family is one of life’s greatest joys — don’t let the fear of a hungry crowd dissuade you from inviting guests over for a dinner party. Instead, try one of these recipes, each of which serves at least 10.

What We’re Reading: Kinfolk Learn all about the beautiful new quarterly publication Kinfolk, your go-to guide for small gatherings. Whether it’s entertaining for one, two or many, Kinfolk encourages a natural approach to spending time with family and friends.

When It Comes to Juicing, Waste Not Juicing expert Joe Cross of Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead explains how you can make the most of the pulp left over from your juicing adventures by creating a simple vegetable broth. Recipe included!

Prep School: Working with Winter Vegetables Winter vegetables can be bulky, and recipes aren’t always clear on how to prep them properly. Follow these simple steps when working with some of the most popular veggies of the season — broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts and cabbage.

Fall Pie Contest Winner Announced! Congratulations to Patrick D. and his deliciously creative Hot Buttered Rum Apple Pie! Find out how he came to win our grand prize.

Don’t Dehydrate Fruit in the Clothes Dryer (and Chewy Dried Orange Slices) Yes, you read it right: an acclaimed food writer shares her story of a recent culinary experiment involving sliced oranges and a household appliance. It didn’t work out quite as planned, but her more traditional method produces delicious results. Recipe included!

5 Refreshing Ways to Eat Oranges Oranges are at their peak of sweetness and juiciness right now, and they contain enough vitamin C to help ward off those seasonal colds your co-workers may be carrying around. Try one of the top-rated recipes below, starring oranges in a variety of meals and courses.

Sausage, from Morning to Night Hearty sausage adds savory flavor to any dish, but it’s also amazingly versatile. It can adapt to suit the style of any meal, any time of day, and the wide range of seasonings you’ll find in different sausages can transform a dish. Get inspired and try your favorite sausage in these delicious recipes.

Weekend Entertaining: Game Day Celebration This weekend, invite friends over to cheer for their favorite team as the New York Giants take on the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl. We’ve created a menu of satisfying dishes that are easy to prepare and serve, so no one has to miss the kickoff.