Easy-Kine Cooking: Dip into traditional luau flavors

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on January 15, 2019
• Updated on January 15, 2019 at 6:11 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on January 15, 2019
• Updated on January 15, 2019 at 6:11 pm

Want to score a touchdown in this season of football parties? Serve crunchy chips with a tasty dip that is super, super easy to make. Read More

Easy-Kine Cooking: Collards create hearty side dish

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on January 8, 2019
• Updated on January 8, 2019 at 5:40 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on January 8, 2019
• Updated on January 8, 2019 at 5:40 pm

Collards are a beautiful, dark green veggie. They are full of vitamin A, K and many other key vitamins. Read More

Easy-Kine Cooking: 2-ingredient roast chicken defines simplicity

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on January 1, 2019
• Updated on January 2, 2019 at 12:44 am

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on January 1, 2019
• Updated on January 2, 2019 at 12:44 am

When Mike Chung worked at the Manoa Fire Station, one of his favorite easy, easy dinners to make for the crew was a whole roast chicken. Now retired, the former fire captain still makes his recipe. Read More

Easy-Kine Cooking: Fuke Zuke Kabocha

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on December 26, 2018
• Updated on December 26, 2018 at 12:55 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on December 26, 2018
• Updated on December 26, 2018 at 12:55 pm

One of the most attractive ways to present a dish is in a whole dark-green kabocha pumpkin, with its surprise of bright orange flesh inside. Read More

Easy-Kine Cooking: Oreos simplify festive desserts

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on December 11, 2018
• Updated on December 11, 2018 at 5:14 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on December 11, 2018
• Updated on December 11, 2018 at 5:14 pm

Two of the most popular desserts for children (and adults) are Oreo cookies and creamy puddings. Why not combine them for the easiest individual sweets? Read More

Easy-Kine Cooking: Make magic with simple chicken dish

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on November 27, 2018
• Updated on November 28, 2018 at 10:59 am

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on November 27, 2018
• Updated on November 28, 2018 at 10:59 am

Magic Chicken is so named because its easy marinade creates such a wonderful dish, it’s like magic. The simple preparation can be baked or barbecued for a crowd. Read More

Easy-Kine Cooking: Leftover chicken reborn in salad

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on November 6, 2018
• Updated on November 6, 2018 at 7:14 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on November 6, 2018
• Updated on November 6, 2018 at 7:14 pm

Feeding a family is easy when you have ready-to-eat chicken — whether leftovers from a whole roasted bird or cooked and cubed chicken from the grocery store. Read More

Easy-Kine Cooking: Frozen seafood dresses up pasta

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on October 23, 2018
• Updated on October 23, 2018 at 6:42 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on October 23, 2018
• Updated on October 23, 2018 at 6:42 pm

Making a seafood pasta is even easier now that almost every store sells bags of assorted frozen seafood, which includes mussels, clams, calamari, shrimp and sometimes even scallops. Read More

Easy-Kine Cooking: Microwave trick helps keep turkey burger moist

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on October 16, 2018
• Updated on October 16, 2018 at 5:08 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on October 16, 2018
• Updated on October 16, 2018 at 5:08 pm

Over the years, I’ve tried to like turkey burgers, as they are healthier than those made with beef. But time and time again, I’ve found them to be dry and bland. That is, until I tried Joey Tanaka’s recipe. Read More

Easy-Kine Cooking: Goteborg UFOs a longtime favorite on Kauai

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on October 9, 2018
• Updated on October 9, 2018 at 5:21 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on October 9, 2018
• Updated on October 9, 2018 at 5:21 pm

Goteborg is the second largest city in Sweden, and their sausage is of the style of a Swedish summer sausage. In Hawaii, Goteborg is a standard pupu at Garden Island parties and there are many variations. Read More

Easy-Kine Cooking: Recycle chili in a vibrant dip for chips

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on September 25, 2018
• Updated on September 25, 2018 at 4:14 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on September 25, 2018
• Updated on September 25, 2018 at 4:14 pm

This chili and cream cheese dip is a three-ingredient snack or meal, made in the microwave. Read More

Easy-Kine Cooking: Baked potatoes make versatile meal

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on September 18, 2018
• Updated on September 19, 2018 at 10:08 am

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on September 18, 2018
• Updated on September 19, 2018 at 10:08 am

One way to keep family dining stress-free is to let everyone choose the ingredients they like. Here’s an idea: set up a baked potato bar. Read More

Easy-Kine Cooking: Ocean Salad With Somen Noodles

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on September 4, 2018
• Updated on September 4, 2018 at 5:24 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on September 4, 2018
• Updated on September 4, 2018 at 5:24 pm

In the heat of these last days of summer, it seems smart to have a cool meal. Why not use ocean salad to make more of a meal? Read More

Mix pesto with pasta and presto — you’ve got dinner

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on August 21, 2018
• Updated on August 21, 2018 at 3:48 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on August 21, 2018
• Updated on August 21, 2018 at 3:48 pm

This Italian-style recipe is easily thrown together, requiring only dry pasta, shrimp and store-bought pesto. Read More

Top shell stands in for abalone

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on August 7, 2018
• Updated on August 7, 2018 at 5:14 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on August 7, 2018
• Updated on August 7, 2018 at 5:14 pm

Abalone is delicious, but when you don’t have the budget for it, substitute less expensive canned top shell, a large abalone-like mollusk. Top shell’s chewy texture and salty flavor mimic the appeal of abalone. Read More

Preparing fish gets easier with ready-made sauce

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on July 31, 2018
• Updated on August 2, 2018 at 2:24 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on July 31, 2018
• Updated on August 2, 2018 at 2:24 pm

Preparing dinner is getting quicker and easier with all the ready-made sauces and packaged products sold at the grocery store. Read More

Oodles of udon make a quick meal

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on July 17, 2018
• Updated on July 17, 2018 at 4:13 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on July 17, 2018
• Updated on July 17, 2018 at 4:13 pm

Udon is usually prepared in a soup broth, so stir-frying is a fun variation. Find fresh udon in the refrigerated section, near other fresh noodles, or a shelf-stable version in the Asian food aisle. Read More

Cauliflower slices make pretty ‘steaks’

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on July 10, 2018
• Updated on July 10, 2018 at 5:06 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on July 10, 2018
• Updated on July 10, 2018 at 5:06 pm

In many ways, cauliflower is enjoying the popularity that kale had a few years back. It’s considered a healthy food, with its high dosage of vitamins, and is a great, filling alternative for those avoiding carbs. Read More

Pickled peppers make perfect pupu

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on July 3, 2018
• Updated on July 3, 2018 at 4:17 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on July 3, 2018
• Updated on July 3, 2018 at 4:17 pm

Don’t let the fear of cooking keep you from inviting friends over for a pau-hana get-together. Make one of the easiest appetizers by taking advantage of a delicious smoked ahi spread available at many grocery stores. Read More

Mustard cabbage soup soothes in times of sickness

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on June 26, 2018
• Updated on June 26, 2018 at 3:47 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on June 26, 2018
• Updated on June 26, 2018 at 3:47 pm

Feeling sick? Mustard cabbage soup can be made and ready to eat within 20 minutes. Read More

Canned tuna makes classic pasta

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser on June 12, 2018
• Updated on June 12, 2018 at 4:16 pm

By Lynette Lo Tom, Special to the Star-Advertiser Posted on June 12, 2018
• Updated on June 12, 2018 at 4:16 pm

When you haven’t been to the market in a few days, but still need to create a meal, remember this favorite … spaghetti al tonno. Read More

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