Kate Merker

5 days ago | goodhousekeeping.com | Kate Merker

MIKE GARTENYields: 16 serving(s)Total Time: 55 minsJump to recipeYou’d never guess the secret ingredient in these lemon bars. Replacing the butter with white chocolate (that’s right!) yields a silky smooth curd that's looser in consistency and thankfully lacking the sulphurous egg odor commonly found in traditional curds. IngredientsFor crust1/3 cup granulated sugar2 tsp. lemon zest3/4 cup unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks), at room temperature 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract1/4 tsp.

1 week ago | goodhousekeeping.com | Kate Merker

Yields: 4 serving(s)Total Time: 45 minsCal/Serv: 216Jump to recipeNo “knead” to wake up early to make these “yagels”—they require no yeast and no rising time. The secret is Greek yogurt, which adds protein and a pleasant tang. Think sourdough flavor in a bagel. Ingredients1 cup self-rising flour, plus more for dusting 1 cup plain Greek yogurt 1 large egg, beaten 1 1/2 Tbsp. everything bagel seasoningDirectionsStep 1Heat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.

2 weeks ago | ca.style.yahoo.com | Kate Merker |Rachel Baron

How to Store Potatoes the Right Way Richard Drury - Getty ImagesBoil ‘em, mash ‘em, stick ‘em in a stew: However you cook them, potatoes are unquestionably one of the most versatile (and delicious) kitchen staples you can have on hand. They’re also incredibly hardy, with a shelf life of months or more — if you know how to store them properly, that is.

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Rachel Baron |Kate Merker

Cauliflower stars in some of our favorite comfort dishes, from warming curries and rice bowls to flavorful flatbreads and tacos. One of the best things about this cruciferous all-star, however, is that it freezes extremely well, maintaining its robust nutritional profile — as well as its hearty crunch — after thawing. And while you could just toss your florets straight into the freezer and call it a day in theory, you’ll get much better results by following a few simple steps.

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Trish Clasen |Kate Merker

Ah, the almighty egg. A breakfast staple that deserves all of its glory. Not only are eggs the “gold standard” when it comes to protein (seriously, they are considered a perfect protein source, serving as the standard for comparison for other protein sources, per research), they can help set you up for a better day of eating overall.