Granite Kitchen

What do the Fourth of July and Tater Tots have in common? They both have their own day. National Tater Tot Day is this Friday, so if you’re looking for some fun new things to try with tots, keep reading.

I’m always curious about what food sensations are going viral on the internet. My latest curiosity centered around desserts, because I’m always interested to see how other people satisfy their sweet tooth.

Crackers come in all shapes and sizes — and nutritional value.

January, known for its snowy days, is the perfect time of the year to celebrate one of most basic yet wonderful culinary creations: soup.

DECEMBER IS full of holiday traditions and special seasonal foods, but the one item my kids always look forward to is the arrival of eggnog at the grocery store.

There’s no time of the year with more parties and other gatherings than now, so the chances are good that you may be tasked with putting out appetizers or getting a last-minute dish together to share. If you’re looking for some quick and easy party snacks or appetizers, we’ve got you covered.

The holiday season is in full swing, which means holiday meals and of course, holiday pies. And if you’ve been using the same crust for all of your pies, don’t be afraid to try something new.

One great thing about Thanksgiving dinner is that it keeps on giving for days, thanks to all the leftovers packed in the fridge.

Finding interesting television shows to watch can be a challenge, just like finding interesting recipes to make. Sometimes, the worlds of TV and cooking collide, resulting in a must-watch show for anyone who loves to cook.

Move over, charcuterie — there’s a trendy new appetizer sensation taking over: the butter board.

November might bring colder days and darker nights, but it’s a great time to enjoy the seasonal vegetables that such weather brings.

Just about everyone knows that next Tuesday is Halloween, but lost in the costumes-and-candy runup is another special day that’s at least somewhat related:

Here in New England, we have four seasons, but there’s an unofficial, nationwide season that’s getting more and more attention every year: pumpkin spice season.

October brings cooler weather, pumpkins, Halloween and shorter days. One thing October brings that doesn’t get as much attention as pumpkin spice lattes is National Cookie Month, a time to celebrate one of our most popular sweet treats.

Winter squash is one of my favorite fall harvests — not only are winter squashes delicious with even the most basic preparation, but they’re also good for you.

Cooler fall weather is the perfect time for baking pies — but before you reach for the apples or pumpkin, consider making a savory pie for you dinner table.

The autumnal equinox, which marks the first official day of fall in our planet’s Northern Hemisphere, is this Saturday, and besides foliage, apples and fall fun, that means cooler temperatures and shorter days.

I remember the first time I encountered a lima bean. I was in elementary school at the time and sat down for dinner after playing outside. I looked at my plate and saw a small pile of mixed vegetables. I noticed a pale green round thing poking out from the chopped carrots and other mixed veg…

September is National Honey Month, a time to celebrate one of nature’s sweetest, most sophisticated and most nourishing foods.

It’s hard to believe back-to-school time is already upon us. That reality has hit home for many families, who are getting up early to pack school lunches and snacks to help kids get through a busy day.

Fresh blueberries are one of summer’s greatest treasures.

Anyone who’s ever worked in a restaurant — whether as a chef, server, dishwasher, hostess, prep cook or any of the other vital positions that keep a restaurant running — would relate to the hit FX show, “The Bear.”

August is National Peach Month — even though the New England peach crop isn’t looking too peachy this year. Unseasonable temperatures in late winter and early spring damaged peach tree buds throughout the region.

We’ve had a pretty rainy summer and have so far avoided much of the brutal heat other parts of the country have experienced, but we still get our share of those hot, humid days when you feel like reaching for a cool treat.

There are times when a light snack is in order, or you have last-minute guests stopping by for a visit and you need a quick munchie to throw together to serve your guests.

It’s hard to believe that in a few days it will be July, especially with the lackluster weather patterns we’ve had over the past few weeks. It’s hardly felt like summer at all.

Our grill was on its last legs, so it was time to get a new one. Picking a grill was no easy task with so many on the market now, including solar grills. We didn’t make the leap to solar, but we did find one that has blue LED lighting around the knobs. This feature makes nighttime cooking a breeze.

LATE ONE NIGHT last week I was staring into my pantry looking for a snack.

Recipe ideas can come from the most unusual places. For example, I was recently listening to a Hawaiian history podcast detailing how Hawaii became a state and reflecting on my time in the Aloha State, where I attended college.

With Memorial Day weekend — the unofficial start of the summer travel season — upon us, I’ve been getting things in order around the house because like many of you, we have guests coming to stay with us.

My son’s birthday is just around the corner so I’ve had cakes on my mind.

May weather brings warmer days, cheerful flowers and a symphony of birdsong to the Granite State. It also means more time spent outdoors with the return of spring sports, yard work and firing up the grill.

If you’re a fan of Star Wars, the multimovie space saga created by George Lucas, then May 4th is an important date for you.

If you suspect you’re not getting enough protein in your diet, you may be right. I recently read a study revealing that 46% of 11,680 participants, all age 51 or older, did not consume enough protein on a regular basis. The study also found the older participants in particular did not eat en…

Last week’s warm, sunny days inspired many people to get outdoors and enjoy the weather after a long, gray winter.

Several months ago, my husband and I were walking into a restaurant when I felt a strange moment of recognition as a man walked by me.

I was recently in sunny Florida, marveling at the bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables available at supermarkets and roadside stands and looking forward to when we can get fresh produce here in the Granite State.

One way to help cut food costs is to stick to basics and get creative with meals. One basic worth revisiting is pancakes — those fluffy, golden, delicious thin and round breakfast staples that are piled high on plates and topped with maple syrup.

Sauces are the finishing touches on our food. A splash of your favorite sauce like Tabasco or Worcestershire can instantly turn your steak or burger from dull to delicious with just a few shakes of a bottle.