Julie Laing

1 week ago | flatheadbeacon.com | Kellyn Brown |Julie Laing

Twice as Tasty Rich, smooth fruit curd makes a tasty topping for gingerbread pancakes and other baked goods By Julie Laing May 8, 2025 Fruit curds combine juice with eggs, butter and sugar for a decadent, silky spread. Tangy fruits offset the richness and sweetness, making lemon and lime curds popular choices. For garden-fresh curds, I’ve run the scale from tart rhubarb to sweet strawberries with delicious results every time.

Jan 30, 2025 | tasteofhome.com | Julie Laing |Julie covers pickling |Ellen Fiore

Pull out a package of dried spaghetti, and you might be tempted to just grab a jar of tomato sauce and a bag of meatballs, too. But this thin, long pasta has many uses, and looks completely different when tossed with delicate and bright ingredients like sweet peppers and shrimp. It’s almost like the pasta has emerged from its heavy winter layers and is ready for a sunny beach day. Such one-dish pasta recipes come together surprisingly quickly.