Robin Asbell

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Robin Asbell

Robin Asbell writes about food related topics, and enjoying life. Her prose and recipes have appeared in such diverse publications as Better Homes and Gardens, Taunton's Fine Cooking, Cooking Light, Mother Earth News and Vegetarian Times.

The Joy of Soaking (Beans)

By: Robin Asbell

Remember the story about Jack and his magic beans? While beans might not be quite as magical as the story paints, they are a nutritional treasure.

Pho with Shrimp

Robin Asbell

Few things are more satisfying than a big bowl of pho and this 30-minute version means you can make it any day of the week.

Flavors of Southeast Asia

By: Robin Asbell

Explores some of the glorious flavors of Southeast Asia, including some tasty dishes you can make at home.

Plate of Tofu Pad Thai with cilantro and green onions

Thai-inspired Noodles with Tofu

Robin Asbell

This is not your traditional Pad Thai, but it is a satisfying noodle dish you can throw together quickly-with easy to find ingredients.

Sauteed green beans in a skillet with candied pecans

Lean, Mean Green Beans

By: Robin Asbell

Hot or cold, the versatile green bean is a summer favorite. Look for purple, yellow spotted and striped varieties, too.

Summer Salads

By: Robin Asbell

Light, easy, and in tune with the season, salad for lunch or dinner is just the thing. Check out our summer salad ideas.

Marinated, grilled veggie and chicken skewers

Marinades: Extra Tasty Grilling

By: Robin Asbell

If you haven’t explored the world of marinades, they're easy to make, can amp up the flavor on your grill and don't require much advance prep time.

Spring Salads

By: Robin Asbell

When spring has sprung, the very first green leaf tips fill us with happiness. Like hungry rabbits who have subsisted on slim pickings over winter, we are ready to graze.

Swiss Chard

By: Robin Asbell

If you were on a quiz show and they asked you, for a million dollars, where Swiss chard came from originally, what would you say? Well, it’s kind of a trick question.