In The Food Almanac, Tom Fitzmorris of the daily online newsletter The New Orleands Menu lists interesting food facts, sayings, and advice.Looking UpThe Full Oyster Moon occurred over the weekend. Down here in Louisiana, oysters are at their meatiest, biggest, and best this time of year, although in rainy winters — as we have had this year they may not be as salty as some people like.

Dry-Roasted Brown Butter Onions Recipe Onions become meltingly soft and improbably delicious after dry roasting.Ingredients2 medium white onions, unpeeled4 cipolline onions, unpeeled4 small shallots, unpeeled1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter3 tablespoons apple cider vinegarRecipe PreparationPreheat oven to 400°.

A quick, festive dessert that feeds a whole crowd! Use our recipe for white-and-dark chocolate bark below. Or follow the suggested flavor combos and customize your own treat!MORE+LESS-Updated June 22, 20151/2tablespoon coconut oil1/2teaspoon Betty Crocker™ green gel food color2cups very dark chocolate chips2cups green mint chips or green candy melts2cups white chocolate chips1cup green chocolate-covered candy bits2tablespoons shamrock sprinkles1bag microwave popcorn, popped per directions on packageGreen sprinkle sugar (for popcorn)Nonstick baking spray (for popcorn)Hide Images1Place popcorn in a medium bowl.

Fennel-Rubbed Leg of Lamb with Salsa Verde Recipe If you want to stuff the roast as pictured, ask your butcher for a butterflied leg, not tied. Double the ingredients for the rub recipe and smear half onto lamb, then roll and tie it, and smear with the rest of the rub before roasting.IngredientsLamb1 4–5-pound butterflied boneless leg of lamb, rolled, tiedKosher salt, freshly ground pepper3 tablespoons fennel seeds4 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes4 garlic cloves, finely grated3 tablespoons plus ¼ cup olive oil2½ pounds small or medium carrots with topsSalsa Verde and Assembly½ cup finely chopped parsley¼ cup finely chopped chives2 tablespoons (or more) fresh lemon juiceKosher salt, freshly ground pepperSpecial EquipmentA spice mill or mortar and pestleRecipe PreparationLambSeason lamb generously with salt and pepper; let it sit out at room temperature while you prepare the rub.

RecipesIngredientsMeat and poultryPoultryChickenPopular chickenEasy chickenQuick chickenA classic dish, which is often found in Chinese restaurants and takeaways. This fried chicken is crispy on the outside and super-tender on the inside.29 people made thisIngredientsServes: 4 For the Marinade5 slices fresh ginger2 spring onions, finely chopped1 clove garlic, crushed1 teaspoon soy sauce1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1 dessertspoon shaoxing wine1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper1 egg700g skinless chicken breast fillets, cut into small pieces1 litre vegetable oil200g sweet potato starch100g lettuce15g salt and 15g ground white pepper mixed togetherMethodPrep:10min ›Cook:30min ›Extra time:20min marinating › Ready in:1hrTo make the marinade: place ginger, spring onions, garlic, soy sauce, sugar, salt, shaoxing wine, pepper and 1 egg.

RecipesDiet & lifestyleVegetarianVegetarian mealsVegetarian chilliThis is a recipe for a rich meatless chilli with special ingredients: raisins, walnuts, beer and Cheddar cheese.Be the first to make this!IngredientsServes: 4 2 tablespoons olive oil180g celery, minced1 to 2 red peppers, seeded and minced2 onions, minced3 garlic cloves, minced1.