CRAIG T. KOJIMA / CKOJIMA@STARADVERTISER.COM For Melanie Kosaka, food represents more than what we pop into our mouths or fry in a pan. Kosaka’s bustling lifestyle of 60-hour workweeks often keeps her ...

Craving a delicious chicken teriyaki without the hassle? This easy rice cooker recipe requires no cooking, making it the perfect weeknight meal. Juicy chicken and flavorful teriyaki sauce come ...

This slow cooker beef tips and rice recipe is made for busy days when you want a hearty dinner without hovering in the ...

“Do you always make everything from scratch, the old-fashioned way?” That’s a question I’m asked often by people who love to cook. My answer has two parts, just like the question itself. I begin by ...

That’s a question I’m asked often by people who love to cook. My answer has two parts, just like the question itself. I begin by telling people that, yes, I make everything from scratch whenever ...

Rice cookers can cook more than just rice. The appliance can be used to make meals, like ribs, chili, or pizza. Rice cookers can also be used to cook other grains, like barley or quinoa. You can also ...

To make six servings, you’ll need: 1 (18-ounce) bottle barbecue sauce (a little over 1 3/4 cups) 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Cooked rice ...

Allow me to introduce you to every Iranian home cook’s secret weapon: the Persian rice cooker, or what I affectionately refer to as my “cheat pot.” Just about every Iranian home cook I know relies on ...

Rice cookers are a staple of Japanese kitchens. After using them in China and now in Japan, I’ve discovered how versatile they can be. Many people believe that you can only make rice in a rice cooker, ...

What's better than an easy slow-cooker recipe? One that calls for only 5 base ingredients and a handful of pantry staples.