Serve these crispy baked potato skins as a side or cut them into 1-inch pieces and serve as an appetizer. Refrigerate or freeze the potato flesh to make mashed potatoes another night.

Cheesy Baked Potato Skins

Serves 8

Active Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

4 large russet potatoes (about 3 pounds), scrubbed

2 tablespoons extra-...Read more

We are continuously on the search for improved longevity — scientists, researchers and everyday people participate in the quest to identify ways to live longer while maintaining good health for as long as possible. The evidence that has been gathered over time has shown us that there are many behaviors and practices that are linked with longer...Read more

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I can’t think of a better dish to serve than crispy duck breasts. Easy to prepare for a beginner cook, duck ...Read more

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Bread pudding is my go-to dessert anytime I’m feeding a crowd. In fact, the first time I made it was when I was in charge of dessert for a large dinner party in my 20s. It was a total hit. Since then, I’ve tweaked and refined the recipe to get it just right.

Baked in ...Read more

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Lemon Chicken Piccata

Serves 4

Active ...Read more

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There are many interpretations of this dish, some with ...Read more

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The green chile chicken stew that follows takes ...Read more

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Bacon, egg and cheese (also known as B.E.C.) is the go-to breakfast order of New Yorkers. The name is short for a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich, and it’s a staple at bodegas and carts across the city.

Luckily, you don’t have to be in NYC to enjoy this ...Read more