Watermelon Protein Shake Recipe courtesy of Chrissy Carroll on behalf of the National Watermelon Promotion Board Servings: 1 1 cup chopped watermelon 1 cup frozen mango, chopped 1/4 cup tart cherry ju...

FAMILY FEATURES Forget the outdated nutrition advice that told parents to skip whole milk. A growing body of research is turning that idea on its head, making it time to rethink what “healthy” means f...

Homemade Cream of Tomato Soup Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Servings: 4 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 medium white onion, chopped 1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic 1 can (28 ounces) cr...

Cookie Base: 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup butter, melted 1/2 cup whole milk 1 egg 1 teas...

The cheese ball is a cliché. I believe, however, that like the pig in a blanket and the baked potato, the cheese ball is so cliched it has actually become cool. Socially acceptable or not, when this d...

Family Features When the clock strikes midnight and the year turns over, celebration is sure to ensue, but it’s the moments leading up to the ball drop that can make the evening truly special. Make yo...

Metro Creative Services The first official meal of 2026 should be memorable and flavorful. Chances are late night New Year’s Eve revelry will make breakfast a nonstarter, but a New Year’s Day brunch c...

Metro Creative Services No New Year’s Eve celebration would be complete without a champagne toast to ring in the new year. Champagne is a vital component of many special occasions, such as anniversari...

After the indulgence of the holidays, it’s time to lighten things up. Consider it a New Year’s reset — a comforting shift from rich, meatheavy feasts to steaming bowls of nourishing soups and stews. M...

Family Features When the weather is frightfully cold and you need something quick to warm you up, try this recipe for Tomato-Tortellini soup. With only 4 ingredients, you’ll be warm and cozy in no tim...

Family Features Nearly nothing is better than a perfectly planned brunch. This delicious, sweet recipe could be the cherry on top of your brunch bash. As you see your friends and family members take t...

Perhaps you’re one of those people who are very thoughtful and assiduous about planning the Big Holiday meals. You’re on top of the appetizers, entrée, the sides, the dessert. Maybe you even iron your...

Family Features Whether you’re hosting a holiday celebration or enjoying a weeknight meal during this busy season, easy recipes can help make the most of your time. Enjoy more of those precious moment...

At first glance, these Lychee- Frosted Sugar Cookies from my cookbook “108 Asian Cookies: Not-Too-Sweet Treats from a Third-Culture Kitchen” appear humble when unfrosted, like any other ordinary sugar...

FAMILY FEATURES The holiday season is about celebrating with friends and family over warm, memorable meals, and few things make those gatherings more special than serving dishes made at home. To eleva...

Shrimp Wonton Soup Servings: 4 Wontons: 1/2 pound ground pork 1/2 pound Wild Caught Texas Shrimp, peeled, deveined, finely chopped 4 scallions, thinly sliced 2-3 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon ginge...

Shrimp Risotto Servings: 4 1 pound Wild Caught Texas Shrimp 2 cups arborio rice 1 teaspoon paprika salt pepper 8 cups broth 2 tablespoons butter 1 white onion 3 cloves garlic 1/2 cup dry white wine 1 ...

Florida Grapefruit Brandy Sour Recipe courtesy of the Florida Department of Citrus Prep time: 5 minutes Servings: 1 1 3/4 ounces brandy 2 1/2 ounces freshly squeezed Florida Grapefruit Juice 1/3 ounce...

Florida Citrus Salad with Burrata Recipe courtesy of the Florida Department of Citrus Florida Citrus Vinaigrette: 1/3 cup Florida Grapefruit Juice 1/3 cup Florida Orange Juice 2 teaspoons orange zest ...

Scallops with Florida Grapefruit Butter Recipe courtesy of the Florida Department of Citrus Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 3 minutes Servings: 4 2 Florida Grapefruit 1 fennel bulb 3 tablespoons oliv...