I believe cooking should be fun, so consider me a fan of any gadget or appliance that encourages a good time in the kitchen. These past few years, I’ve had a blast tapping into my Easy-Bake Oven days ...

Making fresh homemade pasta is surprisingly simple, requiring just two ingredients and water. This pappardelle pasta recipe uses whole-wheat flour for its health benefits and a nutty flavor. No pasta ...

Special to the Tribune Feb 16, 2012 Feb 16, 2012 Last year? Can't remember? Possibly never? Dried pasta might be quick and easy, but anyone who has tried fresh homemade pasta will agree that it is far ...

This is a general recipe for the brown wheat flours: whole wheat, spelt, or farro—the last two are older varieties of wheat that can be found in a health food store. Farro flour can be hard to find, ...