Place the quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer and hold it under cool running water for a few seconds to remove any saponin, the natural coating on the grain, which may taste bitter.
If ever there was an irresistibly delicious dessert THIS IS IT. The recipe comes from my friend Mindy's mom, Peg. Peg, I think you might owe me a years
The firm yet tender texture of scallops makes them an excellent choice for stir-fry recipes. Here, their sweet taste is enhanced with sesame-soy sauce.
These bite-sized appetizers are steeped in a mixture of garlic, soy sauce, ginger, citrus, and honey. The marinade is then reduced and used to glaze the chicken.
Hoisin-Grilled Chicken with Soba Noodles is easily to the table in 30 minutes. Use time-savers like bagged, pretrimmed sugar snap peas for this quick one-dish meal.
This bark makes a lovely holiday gift from the kitchen. Fill a plate or cup with candy, then gather up clear cellophane around it and tie with red and green ribbons. —Susan Wacek, Pleasanton, California
