Need something light, refreshing, and slightly sweet to help cool down on a sultry summer afternoon? Brew up some Thai basil Thai iced tea. Combine 4 tablespoons of black loose-leaf tea, ½ cup of whole Thai basil leaves, and 6 cups of boiling water. Let cool to room temperature; then steep in the fridge […]
These Korean lettuce wraps are spicy, steak-filled packages of freshness and flavor, and they come together quickly–as long as you have the condiments ready. Yes, the condiments can take a little time to prepare, but remember, you don’t have to make them all! These taste great when it’s just the steak, some fresh mint, chives, and cilantro, and a drizzle of sriracha rolled up tight in a juicy, sweet lettuce leaf. Let the wrapping and rolling begin!
I have a new favorite post-yoga drink that I thought I’d share with you all. Â It’s quick and refreshing, and it restores your electrolytes without all the extra calories and processed sugars of a bottled sports drink. It’s watermelon water with fresh mint and Thai basil, and it’s simple. Just muddle half a cup of […]
I’ve got a new favorite box lunch! My sister Sarah makes the most fabulous Thai-inspired peanut noodles, and they’ve become my latest obsession. With plenty of flavor from Sarah’s spicy peanut sauce and lots of fresh cilantro, Thai basil, and chopped scallions, you almost don’t notice how many healthy veggies you’re eating. And, it holds […]
Known for its tireless testing of recipes, America’s Test Kitchen is both a real 2,500 square foot test kitchen located just outside of Boston and a fabulous weekly television show that brings the test kitchen’s findings to the American public. With all of this season’s shows and recipes available online, americastestkitchen.com is a wonderful resource […]
