Freeze Onions to Save Time and Money—Be Sure You Always Have Them on Hand

(Find outHow to Freeze More Fruits and Vegetableshere.) If you want to be extra cautious, double-bag them. And don’t forget to label and date the bag. Banar Fil Ardhi / EyeEm / Getty That way, you only defrost what you need right away. This is especially handy for caramelized onions, which are particularly time-consuming but add tons of flavor to food. Use the plastic wrap to pop out the onions, then transfer to a freezer bag for longer-term storage....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 79 words · Abigail Howe

Freezer Bean & Cheese Burritos

This copycat version of store-bought frozen burritos is perfect for meal prepping. Make a big batch to store in the freezer for healthy packable lunches or a quick campsite meal. Add cheese and the tomato mixture and stir until combined. Greg Dupree; Emily Nabors Hall (food); Phoebe Hauser (props) Spread about 1/2 cup of the filling mixture on the bottom third of each tortilla. Roll snugly, tucking in the ends as you go....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 166 words · Bryan Baker

French Onion Galette

The trick to making this simple, stylish dish taste incredible is this: Don’t rush. Or make one for yourself on a quiet Sunday, and keep leftovers for weekday lunches. Ingredients 2tablespoonsneutral oil, such as canolaoravocado 3poundsyellow onions, cut into 1/2-in. Photo: Aaron Kirk wedges 4thymesprigs 1teaspoonkosher salt 1teaspoonsherry vinegar 12teaspoonblack pepper 12(16-oz.) Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium. Stir in vinegar and pepper. Fold edges of dough over filling....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 122 words · Patricia Lang

French Onion Grilled Cheese

Place four slices of bread in pan over medium-low heat. Top each bread slice with 1/4 cup caramelized onions and 1/4 cup cheese. Sprinkle each sandwich with 1/4 tsp fresh thyme. Photo: Elizabeth Laseter Heat on medium-low until the bread is toasted, onions are heated through, and cheese begins to melt. Top with additional bread slice. Flip each sandwich over and heat until cheese is melted and bread is toasted....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 92 words · Brent Nunez

French Onion Quesadilla

This savory quesadilla tastes exactly like French onion soup. Once the onions are caramelized, it comes together quickly. To help the cheese melt, let the onions come to room temperature before adding them to the quesadilla. Carson Downing (photographer); Annie Probst (food stylist); Joseph Wanek (prop stylist) Increase the heat to medium-high; stir in vinegar. Cook, stirring constantly, until the liquid evaporates, about 30 seconds. Stir in broth, thyme and pepper....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 251 words · Charles Anderson

French Onion Soup

White wine and vermouth bring slight acidity, while thyme gives an earthy flavor. The thick, cheesy slices of whole-wheat bread soak up the delicious broth. Stir in yellow onions and sweet onions; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf Continue to cook, stirring often, for 10 minutes. Continue to cook, stirring often, until the onions deepen in color, about 10 minutes more....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 232 words · Adam Herrera

French Onion Soup with Portobello Cheese "Toast"

Heat 2 tablespoons oil and butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add sweet and red onions and stir to coat. Meanwhile, place mushrooms caps, gill-side up, on the prepared pan. Brush with 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Roast on the middle rack until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from oven and preheat broiler to high. Add garlic and thyme to the onions and cook, uncovered, for 2 minutes more....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 173 words · Barry Stevens

French-Onion Smashed Potatoes

These potatoes make a tasty side dish or appetizer that’s sure to impress. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Photo: Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle, Food Stylist: Catherine Jessee Drain the potatoes well and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel; transfer to a large bowl. Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 231 words · Jose Sexton

Fresh Fruit Butter

Spread on whole-grain toast or stir into plain yogurt. Try the combination of blueberries with lime juice and zest or plums with orange juice and zest. Bring to a boil over high heat. To test doneness, put a spoonful of fruit butter on a plate. If no liquid seeps from the edges, it’s done. Return to a simmer to thicken more if necessary. Let the jars stand at room temperature until cool before refrigerating or freezing....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 200 words · Deborah Collins

Fresh Fruit Salad

This refreshing and easy fruit salad recipe will be the favorite at any potluck or cookout. This is a colorful and healthy fruit salad recipe for all occasions. To prepare salad:Combine pineapple, strawberries, blackberries and kiwi in a large bowl. Serve with lime yogurt dressing, if desired. To make ahead Refrigerate fruit salad for up to 2 hours. Refrigerate dressing for up to 1 day. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 87 words · Dan Mathews

Fresh Mint Mojito Cocktail

Fresh mint and zesty lime combine to create a flavor base for this classic rum cocktail. We use superfine sugar to ensure it all dissolves for the smoothest refreshing mojito. Pour into a glass, stir in club soda and then add crushed ice. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig, if desired. Tips Tip: Superfine sugar is sugar that dissolves instantly. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 82 words · Jessica Young

Fresh Strawberry Margarita

This fresh strawberry margarita is sweet, with a light herbal note from the basil. Rub lime wedge around rims of 2 old-fashioned glasses. Dip the rims in the sugar mixture until well coated; discard the remaining sugar mixture. Photo: Caitlin Bensel Fill the glasses with ice cubes. Place strawberries, lime juice and agave in a cocktail shaker. Add basil and muddle until lightly bruised, about 5 times. Add tequila and orange liqueur; fill the shaker with ice cubes....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 129 words · John Murphy

Fresh Tomato Salsa

This easy fresh tomato salsa recipe yields about 5 cups of salsaplenty to serve a crowd. If you like spicy salsa, use the full amount of jalapenos and add more cayenne pepper. Serve with chips, tacos and more. Photo: Jason Donnelly Refrigerate until ready to serve. Tips Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 80 words · Jennifer Mcdonald