Knowing how to roast nuts is an easy skill that can make your midmorning snack taste 10 times better. Once you master the basics, you can make your own roasted pecans, roasted almonds, roasted peanuts ...

Aside from the price and the cachet, Champagne is one of life’s simplest pleasures -- just lifting a glass is a mood-altering experience. But it brings out the Gaudi in hosts. Who doesn’t want to take ...

Za’atar is a traditional Middle Eastern spice blend that combines thyme, oregano, sumac and sesame seeds. Add it to almonds for a tangy, nutty bite. If you already have a prepared za’atar spice blend ...

FARGO — I adore finger foods, also known as small plates, tapas, or, in Italian, cicchetti. On a recent trip to the Twin Cities, I enjoyed a wonderful dinner at Broders’ Pasta Bar in south Minneapolis ...

Cook's notes: Guajillo is a mild to medium hot pepper, so taste before you use. Find in many well-stocked grocery stores or Hispanic markets. Preliminaries: Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grind pepper: Put ...

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Season halibut fillets on both sides with salt and pepper. In an ovenproof skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Lay in fillets and scatter grapes all around. You want ...