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Autumn is nut time, and walnuts provide a rich, earthy flavor to a wide variety of dishes, from desserts to main courses. Walnuts are also part of a good diet; they are plentiful in omega-3 fatty acids. Studies show that eating a handful of…

When making pumpkin pie, pumpkin soup, or one of Our Deer’s delicious pumpkin recipes, you could use canned pumpkin and end up with a tasty dish. But as all good chefs know, fresh is best. So why not make your next pumpkin recipe with…

Johnny Appleseed is an American legend, and at least one reason apple (and apple pie) are considered "All American." Appleseed’s real name was John Chapman, and in the 18th and early 19th century, he longed for a land where apple trees were…

Goose, which was enjoyed at meals at least as far back as the ancient Egyptian times, has a unique flavor few modern Americans have tasted. Although roast goose was a staple among early American settlers, somewhere along the way, goose…

Fall equals venison for millions of Americans. And while once venison (deer and elk meat) was considered indulgent or even "backwoods," today venison is a treat in the nation’s finest restaurants. The reasons for this are two-fold.…

Great chefs know fat adds flavor. That’s why French cooking is so full of pure, delicious butter. But if you’re like most people, you want to cut down on your "unhealthy" consumption of fat. Here’s what you need to know to make your food…

All well known as aphrodisiacs – or foods thought to increase sexual desire and cause arousal. But did you know there are literally thousands of foods thought to make humans more sensual? Although modern science can’t substantiate…

According to cookbook author Kate Heyhoe, a slew of cookbooks focusing on vegetarian food or cutting back on meat are coming. Heyhoe applauds this at least in part because she considers it more "green." Eat less meat, she says, and you…

Tarts – the less crusty and more elegant version of single crust pies – are one of the most delectable desserts you can make. Fortunately, they are easy to create, use tasty and healthy fruits or berries and are no more difficult to make…

It’s nearly autumn, the season of harvesting. Autumn is also an excellent time for gathering together new recipes to try in the cool months and restocking the pantry. It’s also when you’ll begin to see less fresh produce in grocery…