Holiday Lamb & Pork Meatballs: A Rich, Savory Classic for the Season

A festive favorite! These lamb and pork meatballs blend bold flavor with tender texture — ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy winter dinners. Serve them simmered in sauce, skewered as appetizers, or paired with a bright seasonal glaze.

Velvet Harvest Stew: A Rustic Eggplant, Potato & Chickpea Medley for Late Summer

A silky, lightly spiced late summer stew starring eggplant, potatoes, chickpeas, and peppers — perfect for bridging the seasons. As late summer drifts toward autumn, gardens overflow with one last, glorious burst: plump eggplants, sun-ripened tomatoes, earthy potatoes, and vibrant peppers. This is the moment to embrace dishes that bridge the seasons—hearty enough to comfort, … Continue reading Velvet Harvest Stew: A Rustic Eggplant, Potato & Chickpea Medley for Late Summer

Slow Simmered: Herbed Beef Stew for Early Spring

A rich, aromatic stew that bridges the seasons—warming the last of winter with hints of the green to come. As early spring peeks in with longer days and a chill still in the air, our cravings turn to dishes that soothe and invigorate. This Herbed Beef Stew is just that—rich with deeply developed flavor, yet … Continue reading Slow Simmered: Herbed Beef Stew for Early Spring

Authentic Swedish Meatballs: A Culinary Journey into Scandinavian Comfort Food

Discover the Rich History and Flavorful Secrets of Traditional Swedish Meatballs Get 6 issues of Basil & Salt Magazine for only $12! OR use code BASIL50 at checkout for 50% off our Annual Subscription – Not to be combined with other offers. Get Offer As we step into the new year, Basil & Salt Magazine invites you to … Continue reading Authentic Swedish Meatballs: A Culinary Journey into Scandinavian Comfort Food

Savory Deep-Dish Chicken Pot Pie

This timeless dish, with its humble beginnings, has graced tables for centuries, evolving from the frugal necessity of stretching leftovers into a culinary emblem of comfort. Savor the comfort of home with this Deep-Dish masterpiece, filled to the brim with tender chicken breast, a medley of garden vegetables, and enveloped in a crust that boasts … Continue reading Savory Deep-Dish Chicken Pot Pie

Pomegranate Sweet and Sour Chicken Tagine

Cold weather is here and it's time for healthy comfort food. Set the fire, light a candle and pour a glass of wine. It's time to create an evening meal. This recipe features a delightful combination of Oil & Vinegar's Pomegranate Sour and a blend of Mediterranean spices. This savory stew is perfect for curling … Continue reading Pomegranate Sweet and Sour Chicken Tagine

Cauliflower Mac ‘n Cheese

A slight twist on the trad Mac 'n Cheese recipe Honey and cauliflower in Mac 'n Cheese? Yes, and it's divine! Perfectly paired with [yellow tail] PURE BRIGHT Chardonnay, you will love this new twist on an old favorite. CAULIFLOWER MAC 'N CHEESE Serves 4 Ingredients 2 cups fresh cauliflower florets 2 Tbsp olive oil … Continue reading Cauliflower Mac ‘n Cheese

It’s Not Just A Girl Thing: Queendom Study Reveals That Men Struggle With Emotional Eating Too

A recent study by Queendom.com and PsychTests.com indicates that both men and women can fall victim to emotional eating. The only difference lies in why they do it.  French physician and gastronome Anthelme Brillat-Savarin understood the impact of emotions on food choices when he uttered, “Tell me what you eat, and I will tell you … Continue reading It’s Not Just A Girl Thing: Queendom Study Reveals That Men Struggle With Emotional Eating Too