Simple Cooking

Guacamole

Laura Kumin | Posted 04.24.2012

Laura Kumin

Like many converts, I'm now a missionary for my newfound cause -- mortar and pestle guacamole.

Ham-and-Cheese Strata -- Brunch Delight

Laura Kumin | Posted 03.28.2012

Laura Kumin

Strata is a savory cousin of bread pudding, using the same egg and milk base, but with cheese, vegetables and/or meat instead of sweets like raisins and chocolate.

Keep It Simple, Stupid! How to Make a Rice Cream Sundae

Kris Yenbamroong | Posted 03.14.2012

Kris Yenbamroong

My mortar-pounded nam priks are the best I've had and my pork rinds are like crack, meaning there are a few things I do well. That's because when it comes to matters of the kitchen, I keep it simple, and you should too.

Recipe: Your Perfect Game Day Duck Confit

Michelle Won | Posted 01.10.2012

Michelle Won

This article will only strike a loud, melodious chord with 3 types of people -- people who love duck confit, people who love Stanford football and people who hate the Oregon ducks.

Keeping It Simple: Three-Ingredient Veggie Dishes

Susie Middleton | Posted 07.19.2011

Susie Middleton

2011-05-19-veggiefood.jpgWhat can I cook on a Tuesday night that everyone will like that doesn't involve an emergency run to the specialty grocer? Now that I've arrived safely in the land of Simple, I feel like I should pass on some tips.