Anna Rodriguez

Minneapolis, Washington, D.C., United States

Food Editorial Aide at The Washington Post

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Feed your inner child with this one-pot sausage and fennel pasta

1 week ago | sandiegouniontribune.com | Anna Rodriguez |Anna Rodríguez

By Anna Luisa RodriguezThe Washington PostThere are many foods I grew up eating that have stood the test of time, pleasing my ever-evolving palate through every stage of my life: bean tacos, cinnamon toast and carrot sticks with ranch dressing, to name a few. But there are some that taste better in my memories, aided by the rosy filter of nostalgia, than they do in real life.
Feed your inner child with this one-pot sausage and fennel pasta

1 week ago | pressherald.com | Anna Rodriguez |Anna Rodríguez

There are many foods I grew up eating that have stood the test of time, pleasing my ever-evolving palate through every stage of my life: bean tacos, cinnamon toast and carrot sticks with ranch dressing, to name a few. But there are some that taste better in my memories, aided by the rosy filter of nostalgia, than they do in real life. A couple of years ago, I bought a box of Hamburger Helper on a whim and made it for dinner with a package of plant-based ground beef.
Feed your inner child with this one-pot sausage and fennel pasta

1 week ago | postguam.com | Anna Rodriguez |Anna Rodríguez

There are many foods I grew up eating that have stood the test of time, pleasing my ever-evolving palate through every stage of my life: bean tacos, cinnamon toast and carrot sticks with ranch dressing, to name a few. But there are some that taste better in my memories, aided by the rosy filter of nostalgia, than they do in real life. A couple of years ago, I bought a box of Hamburger Helper on a whim and made it for dinner with a package of plant-based ground beef.
Feed your inner child with this one-pot sausage and fennel pasta

2 weeks ago | washingtonpost.com | Anna Rodriguez |Anna Rodríguez

Feed your inner child with this one-pot sausage and fennel pasta (washingtonpost.com) Feed your inner child with this one-pot sausage and fennel pasta By Anna Luisa Rodriguez 2025041013000200 This column comes from the Eat Voraciously newsletter. Sign up here to get one weeknight dinner recipe, tips for substitutions, techniques and more in your inbox Monday through Thursday.
Gnocchi Mac and Cheese is a decadent delight

2 weeks ago | sandiegouniontribune.com | Anna Rodriguez |Anna Rodríguez

By Anna Luisa RodriguezThe Washington PostIn the past year or so, there has been a trend on social media of creators in the beauty and wellness space listing all the “unsexy” products they use that produce great results. These are not the trendy items you curate and proudly display on your bathroom counter or makeup vanity, the jewel-toned perfume bottles and half-your-rent face serums. They are the tried-and-true workhorses that, although not glamorous, get the job done.
Gnocchi mac and cheese shows what American cheese can really do

3 weeks ago | washingtonpost.com | Anna Rodriguez |Anna Rodríguez

Gnocchi mac and cheese shows what American cheese can really do (washingtonpost.com) Gnocchi mac and cheese shows what American cheese can really do By Anna Luisa Rodriguez 2025040314004000 In the past year or so, there has been a trend on social media of creators in the beauty and wellness space listing all the "unsexy" products they use that produce great results.
Brown butter lentils are nutrient-dense and budget-friendly

1 month ago | washingtonpost.com | Anna Rodriguez |Anna Rodríguez

On dark and gloomy mornings this week, I’ve been cheered by the fact that Friday is Holi. Also known as the Festival of Colors, the Hindu holiday welcomes spring and emphasizes love, community and the triumph of good over evil. It’s famously marked by partygoers throwing brightly hued powder and water, but another defining aspect of the vibrant festivities is an abundance of sweet treats.
How to get the effects of grilling indoors without using a grill

2 months ago | dailyherald.com | Anna Rodriguez |Anna Rodríguez

You can use liquid smoke to get that elusive smoky flavor indoors, such as on these short ribs. But use caution: A little goes a long way. Peggy Cormary for The Washington Post; food styling by Lisa Cherkasky I’d like to make a confession: I’m a food writer who has never owned a grill. As I’m sure many other home cooks can relate to, I’ve lived in several small apartments and houses with little to no yard space, making owning a grill impractical.
How dense bean salads became a protein-packed recipe sensation

Jan 15, 2025 | sandiegouniontribune.com | Anna Rodriguez |Anna Rodríguez

By Anna Luisa RodriguezThe Washington Post“Are you sure you’re getting enough protein?” Whenever someone learns that I’m a vegetarian, some form of this question almost always follows. And it’s a question I’ve come to dread. The inquiry itself is innocent enough; it’s the unsolicited advice that accompanies it that rubs me the wrong way.
How dense bean salads became a protein-packed recipe sensation

Jan 8, 2025 | spokesman.com | Anna Rodriguez |Anna Rodríguez

“Are you sure you’re getting enough protein?”Whenever someone learns I’m a vegetarian, some form of this question almost always follows. And it’s a question I’ve come to dread. The inquiry itself is innocent enough; it’s the unsolicited advice that accompanies it that rubs me the wrong way. Protein has become the ultimate buzzword in the nutrition and diet space in recent years, popping up everywhere I turn: in advertisements, on social media and in casual conversation.