Catherine Brookes

4 days ago | tastingtable.com | Catherine Brookes

14 Unexpected Foods You Can Cook In The Microwave Static Media / Shutterstock / Getty Our microwaves are trusty tools for reheating leftovers, defrosting frozen foods, and perhaps even whipping up an indulgent mug cake or two. There's no doubt that these handy appliances can save us time in the kitchen, but what if we told you that most people aren't using their microwave to its full potential?

4 days ago | yahoo.com | Catherine Brookes

Our microwaves are trusty tools for reheating leftovers, defrosting frozen foods, and perhaps even whipping up an indulgent mug cake or two. There's no doubt that these handy appliances can save us time in the kitchen, but what if we told you that most people aren't using their microwave to its full potential? In many cases, it's entirely possible to use this tool as a replacement for more traditional cooking methods, such as oven-baking or pan-frying.

4 days ago | mashed.com | Catherine Brookes

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4 days ago | yahoo.com | Catherine Brookes

Sure, store-bought marinara sauce is a great option when you're in a pinch, but if you haven't tried making your own from scratch yet, you might be surprised to learn how easy it is. This roasted tomato marinara sauce recipe by Catherine Brookes is loaded with natural sweetness and tang, offering a far superior depth of flavor to its jarred counterparts. Here, we slow-roast fresh cherry tomatoes with onion and garlic for the ultimate aromatic and caramelized richness.

1 week ago | tastingtable.com | Catherine Brookes

13 Ways To Use Up Overripe Bananas Static Media / Shutterstock / Getty We've all been there. One moment, your newly purchased bunch of bananas is looking as fresh and vibrant as can be, and the next, they're sporting that tell-tale brown, spotted look. If you've left your bananas sitting in the fruit bowl for too long, they've likely ripened a little more than intended. And let's face it, nobody wants to bite into a brown, mushy mess.