Kitchen Window http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4578972&ft=1&f=4578972 Each Wednesday, NPR's Kitchen Window comments on food and entertaining. Find new recipes and download the Kitchen Window podcast. en Copyright 2013 NPR - For Personal Use Only NPR API RSS Generator 0.94 Wed, 15 May 2013 08:30:00 -0400 http://media.npr.org/images/npr_news_123x20.gif Kitchen Window http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4578972&ft=1&f=4578972 Bringing Back Butterscotch Butterscotch seemed to have fallen out of fashion, but food writer Rina Rapuano says she's seeing glimmers of a comeback. And we don't mean hard candies and instant pudding. The revival of this old-fashioned flavor inspires a crepe cake, a chocolate-crusted tart and more. Wed, 15 May 2013 08:30:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2013/05/15/184147172/bringing-back-butterscotch?ft=1&f=4578972 http://www.npr.org/2013/05/15/184147172/bringing-back-butterscotch?ft=1&f=4578972 Butterscotch seemed to have fallen out of fashion, but food writer Rina Rapuano says she's seeing glimmers of a comeback. And we don't mean hard candies and instant pudding. The revival of this old-fashioned flavor inspires a crepe cake, a chocolate-crusted tart and more.

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]]> Try A Do-It-Yourself Mother's Day Rather than waiting for someone to give you a treat, why not make one of your favorites for yourself? Something you can snack on all week when no one's around. Or, better yet, something you don't have to share. Food writer T. Susan Chang recommends slow-roasted pecans, salty-sweet matzo candy and more. Wed, 08 May 2013 08:21:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2013/05/07/181984272/try-a-do-it-yourself-mothers-day?ft=1&f=4578972 http://www.npr.org/2013/05/07/181984272/try-a-do-it-yourself-mothers-day?ft=1&f=4578972 Rather than waiting for someone to give you a treat, why not make one of your favorites for yourself? Something you can snack on all week when no one's around. Or, better yet, something you don't have to share. Food writer T. Susan Chang recommends slow-roasted pecans, salty-sweet matzo candy and more.

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]]> Bringing Home The Essence Of Umbria, Italy Famous for its grain, pork products and black truffles, this region's cuisine exemplifies the cardinal virtues of all Italian cooking: simplicity, tradition and respect for fresh, local ingredients. Food writer Tom Gilbert recalls his time there with recipes for pasta, soup and salad. Wed, 01 May 2013 02:58:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2013/04/30/180077360/bringing-home-the-essence-of-umbria-italy?ft=1&f=4578972 http://www.npr.org/2013/04/30/180077360/bringing-home-the-essence-of-umbria-italy?ft=1&f=4578972 Famous for its grain, pork products and black truffles, this region's cuisine exemplifies the cardinal virtues of all Italian cooking: simplicity, tradition and respect for fresh, local ingredients. Food writer Tom Gilbert recalls his time there with recipes for pasta, soup and salad.

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]]> A Fresh Pod Cast: Savoring Spring's Green Peas Emerald green and tender, yet with a gentle crunch, garden peas can be so delightful when fresh — and so disappointing when not. Try them now in their seasonal prime in these recipes for chilled soup, a citrusy spread and a traditional rice dish. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 03:18:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2013/04/23/178577521/a-fresh-pod-cast-savoring-springs-green-peas?ft=1&f=4578972 http://www.npr.org/2013/04/23/178577521/a-fresh-pod-cast-savoring-springs-green-peas?ft=1&f=4578972 Emerald green and tender, yet with a gentle crunch, garden peas can be so delightful when fresh — and so disappointing when not. Try them now in their seasonal prime in these recipes for chilled soup, a citrusy spread and a traditional rice dish.

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]]> Nettles Bring Spring To The Kitchen Stinging nettles are an overlooked bit of nature's bounty, their prickly leaves hiding a secret: They're good-tasting and good for you. (Consider them a stand-in for spinach.) To find them, just pull on some gloves and head out into the wild — or to a farmers market. Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:01:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2013/04/17/176668359/nettles-bring-spring-to-the-kitchen?ft=1&f=4578972 http://www.npr.org/2013/04/17/176668359/nettles-bring-spring-to-the-kitchen?ft=1&f=4578972 Stinging nettles are an overlooked bit of nature's bounty, their prickly leaves hiding a secret: They're good-tasting and good for you. (Consider them a stand-in for spinach.) To find them, just pull on some gloves and head out into the wild — or to a farmers market.

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]]> Preserved Lemons: Older, Wiser And Full Of Flavor Salted and aged, the fruit develops mellow yet intensely lemony flavor, with none of the nose-tickling bright, high notes of the fresh version. Though they do take some time, preserved lemons are easy to make, keep practically forever, and make everything around them seem a little sweeter. Wed, 10 Apr 2013 02:11:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2013/04/08/176577903/preserved-lemons-older-wiser-and-full-of-flavor?ft=1&f=4578972 http://www.npr.org/2013/04/08/176577903/preserved-lemons-older-wiser-and-full-of-flavor?ft=1&f=4578972 Salted and aged, the fruit develops mellow yet intensely lemony flavor, with none of the nose-tickling bright, high notes of the fresh version. Though they do take some time, preserved lemons are easy to make, keep practically forever, and make everything around them seem a little sweeter.

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]]> True Grits: Getting In Touch With Your Inner Southerner If you think you don't like grits, food writer Rina Rapuano says, you should give them another try. These recipes for savory grits fixings, pecan pie, pancakes and a cheesy casserole might just change your mind. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 02:07:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2013/04/02/176040906/true-grits-getting-in-touch-with-your-inner-southerner?ft=1&f=4578972 http://www.npr.org/2013/04/02/176040906/true-grits-getting-in-touch-with-your-inner-southerner?ft=1&f=4578972 If you think you don't like grits, food writer Rina Rapuano says, you should give them another try. These recipes for savory grits fixings, pecan pie, pancakes and a cheesy casserole might just change your mind.

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]]> Lamb For Four Sundays, Four Ways Though it's not as common as other proteins in American cuisine, lamb often gets a share of the spotlight on springtime's holiday tables. It's a good time to experiment with lamb's magical ability to absorb and alter flavors. Wed, 27 Mar 2013 01:43:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2013/03/27/175362767/lamb-for-four-sundays-four-ways?ft=1&f=4578972 http://www.npr.org/2013/03/27/175362767/lamb-for-four-sundays-four-ways?ft=1&f=4578972 Though it's not as common as other proteins in American cuisine, lamb often gets a share of the spotlight on springtime's holiday tables. It's a good time to experiment with lamb's magical ability to absorb and alter flavors.

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]]> Lard And Schmaltz Make A Comeback In The Kitchen After years in culinary exile, animal fats are finding their way back into Americans' pots and pans. Pork, duck or chicken fat serves as a rich base that lifts an array of dishes to new flavor heights. Wed, 20 Mar 2013 09:18:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2013/03/20/174817952/lard-and-schmaltz-make-a-comeback-in-the-kitchen?ft=1&f=4578972 http://www.npr.org/2013/03/20/174817952/lard-and-schmaltz-make-a-comeback-in-the-kitchen?ft=1&f=4578972 After years in culinary exile, animal fats are finding their way back into Americans' pots and pans. Pork, duck or chicken fat serves as a rich base that lifts an array of dishes to new flavor heights.

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]]> Outside The Pizza Box: Chicago's New Pie Scene The city known for its deep-dish pizza is branching out, from savory single servings to tarts and galettes, to traditional fruit or cream favorites. Wed, 13 Mar 2013 02:30:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2013/03/12/174142452/outside-the-pizza-box-chicagos-new-pie-scene?ft=1&f=4578972 http://www.npr.org/2013/03/12/174142452/outside-the-pizza-box-chicagos-new-pie-scene?ft=1&f=4578972 The city known for its deep-dish pizza is branching out, from savory single servings to tarts and galettes, to traditional fruit or cream favorites.

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]]> The Caraway Seed Is A Spice Worth Meeting Whether it belongs in the rye bread or the sauerkraut is sometimes hotly debated. But food writer Domenica Marchetti says caraway's complex flavors can tone down the richness of meat dishes, or bring cabbage and potatoes to life. Wed, 06 Mar 2013 03:24:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2013/03/05/173529055/the-caraway-seed-is-a-spice-worth-meeting?ft=1&f=4578972 http://www.npr.org/2013/03/05/173529055/the-caraway-seed-is-a-spice-worth-meeting?ft=1&f=4578972 Whether it belongs in the rye bread or the sauerkraut is sometimes hotly debated. But food writer Domenica Marchetti says caraway's complex flavors can tone down the richness of meat dishes, or bring cabbage and potatoes to life.

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]]> In Praise Of The Humble Lentil Like many other intrinsically boring foods — say, tofu or grits — lentils shine because they get out of the way. They provide a vehicle and a backdrop for other flavors — whether it's good olive oil and gently gilded onions, or ground spices and lemony pesto. Wed, 27 Feb 2013 01:54:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2013/02/25/172894702/in-praise-of-the-humble-lentil?ft=1&f=4578972 http://www.npr.org/2013/02/25/172894702/in-praise-of-the-humble-lentil?ft=1&f=4578972 Like many other intrinsically boring foods — say, tofu or grits — lentils shine because they get out of the way. They provide a vehicle and a backdrop for other flavors — whether it's good olive oil and gently gilded onions, or ground spices and lemony pesto.

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]]> Be Prepared: Girl Scout Cookie Cooking May Surprise You You can probably imagine using these cookies to make a dessert pizza, chocolaty popcorn or even bourbon balls. But as a crumb coating for fish, or in a savory stuffing? Oh, yes — it's Girl Scout cookie time. Wed, 20 Feb 2013 01:56:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2013/02/20/172407754/be-prepared-girl-scout-cookie-cooking-may-surprise-you?ft=1&f=4578972 http://www.npr.org/2013/02/20/172407754/be-prepared-girl-scout-cookie-cooking-may-surprise-you?ft=1&f=4578972 You can probably imagine using these cookies to make a dessert pizza, chocolaty popcorn or even bourbon balls. But as a crumb coating for fish, or in a savory stuffing? Oh, yes — it's Girl Scout cookie time.

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]]> Porridge: A Just-Right Meal To Fight Winter's Chill It isn't just the fairy tale stuff of Goldilocks, or the pauper gruel of Oliver Twist. Really, porridge can be a beautiful (sweet or savory) thing, especially during the cold slog of winter. Wed, 13 Feb 2013 02:09:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2013/02/12/171793589/porridge-a-just-right-meal-to-fight-winters-chill?ft=1&f=4578972 http://www.npr.org/2013/02/12/171793589/porridge-a-just-right-meal-to-fight-winters-chill?ft=1&f=4578972 It isn't just the fairy tale stuff of Goldilocks, or the pauper gruel of Oliver Twist. Really, porridge can be a beautiful (sweet or savory) thing, especially during the cold slog of winter.

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]]> Chocolate: Out Of The Box, Into The Frying Pan There is nothing sadder than giving or receiving a box of boring chocolates on Valentine's Day. Instead, combine two things that will impress your significant other more than anything else: chocolate and a home-cooked meal — like beef short ribs braised in chocolate and wine. Tue, 05 Feb 2013 15:55:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2013/02/05/171152283/chocolate-out-of-the-box-into-the-frying-pan?ft=1&f=4578972 http://www.npr.org/2013/02/05/171152283/chocolate-out-of-the-box-into-the-frying-pan?ft=1&f=4578972 There is nothing sadder than giving or receiving a box of boring chocolates on Valentine's Day. Instead, combine two things that will impress your significant other more than anything else: chocolate and a home-cooked meal — like beef short ribs braised in chocolate and wine.

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