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Adding Flavor To Your Recipes Helpful tips for holiday entertaining, including a sweet surprise.
 
After-School Snacks Afternoon snack time is often overlooked when parents are planning meals, making it easy for families to stray away from making smart food choices.
 
Apple Pan Strudel with Dried Cherry Puree The fall brings beautiful new scents and sounds with crisp air, vibrant colors of leaves gently falling to the ground, crackling wood popping on campfires and the sweet smell of apples hovering in the kitchen.
 
Barbecue If you're looking for a way to take your barbecue experience to another level add a smoker to your arsenal.
 
Blue Cheese Salad Building a gourmet menu doesn't mean that you'll have to spend hours in the kitchen preparing before guests arrive. By keeping the menu simple and focused on the foods and flavors that are perfectly in season, you can showcase what makes summer special without sacrificing time spent with your guests.
 
Breakfast You've heard for years that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Although eating in the morning is a step in the right direction, what people eat appears to be just as important as simply eating.
 
Breakfast You've heard for years that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Although eating in the morning is a step in the right direction, what people eat appears to be just as important as simply eating.
 
Buying Local These days, when it comes to produce, the catch words are "local" and "seasonal." Local and seasonal, like fresh and organic, can mean a lot of different things.
 
Easy Breakfast Serving up a quick and nutritious breakfast is easier than you think. A high-quality protein breakfast like eggs can be made in less than three minutes and gives your family the energy they need on big days at school, on the field and beyond. High-quality protein eggs are a great value at less than 15 cents per serving, and now they are lower in cholesterol. 
 
Carefree, casual feast Casual, laid back dining with family and friends is definitely a must for outdoor gatherings and what's more relaxed than a utensil-free feast? Think beyond burgers, and serve up some party favorites that work well without a fork and knife. Great tasting finger foods, like bruschetta, dips and quesadillas, can make backyard bashes easy, fun and flavorful.
 
Cajun Cornbread Here's a fun recipe from Frontier's test kitchen that lets you try out the "buy a pinch" concept.
 
Carmel Icing This is an old fashion recipe that most young cooks wouldn’t take the time to make these days. Life is busy and as most often both parents work outside the home which makes time very precious that most see opening a can of frosting is much faster. But trust me this one is worth the time and effort to make.
 
Cheater Wings  This recipe is so easy it's almost like cheating. Put a twist on chicken marinated in Italian dressing with a few quick and easy ingredient additions.
 
Chicken Sandwich  No time for homework and cooking? No problem. While you play teacher, cook the frozen chicken strips in your Black & Decker toaster oven, and its timer will let you know when the cooking is done.
 
Chocolate Cake  Thinking about baking? A few key pantry ingredients will prepare anyone to bake at the drop of a hat. Bakers and dessert enthusiasts alike know that baking requires no special season - from springtime to the holidays there's always room for a sweet indulgence - and it's important to be prepared to bake up a special treat. Every baker, novice or experienced, should keep a few ingredients on hand.
 
Classic Holiday Foods  Does it seem like a hectic pace has become as much a part of your holiday season as gift-wrap and twinkling lights? Many of us feel stressed and hurried at a time of year when we should - in theory - be enjoying ourselves and spending time with those we love. We crave the simpler, slower holiday seasons we recall from childhood, when Mom and Grandma both entertained with style, grace and good food.
 
Cobb Scramble Going out is out, eating in is in. Home entertaining has become big again, as folks look for an economical way to gather friends and family together but still stay within a budget.
 
Coffee Can Pumpkin Bread Perfect for Halloween festivities or any other special occasion.
 
Cousin's Chicken Soup This recipe was a joint effort. My cousin, Sue, had been down with the common cold for better than 3 weeks. After all the doctor visits and medicine her doctor finally told her that she needed some homemade chicken soup!
 
Deep Dish Pizza - Baking at home with kids is easier than you think. And one of the easiest and most fun doughy recipes is the simple homemade pizza
 
Diets - Your body needs vitamins and nutrients to operate effectively and keep you healthy. Developing healthy eating habits is a simple way to ensure your body is receiving the necessary amount of nutrients.
 
Double D Chili - The winning Chili from the 2009 Pendleton Library Chili Cook-Off
 
Easy, Economical Meals - With the departure of summer barbecues and the approach of the busy holiday season, more than one family will rethink that familiar question ... "What's for dinner?"
 
Five burger-building secrets to thrill grilling fans - You may switch things up with salmon or add variety with veggies, but when it comes right down to it, the burger is still king of summer grilling.
 
Grilling Grilling makes it easy to knock fat out of food.
 
Grilled Cheese Think your tastebuds have outgrown the grilled cheese sandwich? Think again. This childhood favorite has evolved into something quite sophisticated. 
 
Healthy Meal Ideas Putting healthy, nutritious meals on the table for your family every day often feels daunting, but it can be as easy as opening your pantry. Even on busy nights, when you may be tempted to hit the drive-through, cooking at home with simple ingredients from your pantry is a more nutritious, cost-effective and quicker solution when dinnertime rolls around.
 
Healthy Meal Ideas Putting healthy, nutritious meals on the table for your family every day often feels daunting, but it can be as easy as opening your pantry. Even on busy nights, when you may be tempted to hit the drive-through, cooking at home with simple ingredients from your pantry is a more nutritious, cost-effective and quicker solution when dinnertime rolls around.
 
Home Made BBQ Sauce Spice things up, literally. Expanding your use of spices and herbs is the easiest way to add flavor to dishes.
 
Home Made Macaroni and Cheese One of our readers from Greenville, Ohio sent me an email requesting homemade macaroni and cheese! What a comfort food, and as far as I am concerned simple is always better.
 
Linda’s Midwestern Chili - From the 2009 Chili Cook-Off at the Pendleton, Indiana Library
Healthy Nutrition - Even the healthiest eaters have their weaknesses - those foods that make them "splurge".
Homemade tortilla chips - After indulging during the holiday season, many people start the new year with the best intentions to eat well. But imposing a too-strict New Year's resolution diet can backfire and when you don't see immediate results, it's easy to slip into unhealthy eating habits.
Lightening Your Diet - Health experts recommend young families, especially expecting moms, should aim to eat a variety of nutrient-rich foods -- those that are bursting with vitamins and minerals in every bite. A serving of seafood, for instance, packs nutrients like protein and omega-3s into only about 100 calories. For this reason, eating fish and shellfish two to three times a week is linked to healthy hearts among adults and a brain boost in babies.
Macaroni and Cheese - This recipe illustrates, you can take the fat and calories out of comfort foods while keeping the taste - and comfort.
Marmalade Pork Tenderloin  - Sure, summer is suited to barbecues, picnics and all sorts of al fresco fun. But indoor entertaining has appeal during the warmer months as well. When temperatures turn too sultry to sit outside, or you just crave a more elegantly prepared meal shared with good friends and no mosquitoes, you'll be grateful for your kitchen and indoor entertainment spaces.
Making It Sizzle - Sure, summer is suited to barbecues, picnics and all sorts of al fresco fun. But indoor entertaining has appeal during the warmer months as well. When temperatures turn too sultry to sit outside, or you just crave a more elegantly prepared meal shared with good friends and no mosquitoes, you'll be grateful for your kitchen and indoor entertainment spaces.
Marmalade Pork Tenderloin  - Whether families are around the corner or across the country, special memories and cherished traditions bring them together. From cooking favorite dishes to re-telling classic family stories, it's important to keep those traditions alive. This slow cooker recipe is one that is sure to delight!
Marlene's Salad - The recipe I am sending you all today is a wonderful salad. This one compliments just about any meal, from Italian to a Thanksgiving meal. I like to put some back in the refrigerator and add the dressing and noodles to it the next day, It is lovely with a glass of wine for a light lunch.
Meat Free Ideas - According to the National Restaurant Association's "What's Hot in 2011" list, vegan and vegetarian meals are more popular than ever, and one of the hottest good-for-you trends is Meatless Mondays - a movement to cut meat out of your diet for one day a week. Meatless Mondays are especially popular among those interested in eating less, but not completely eliminating, meat from their diets.
Newly Wed Starters - For now, you can tackle just about any recipe if you have. Here's a couple good ones: Homestyle Meatloaf & Creamy Mashed Potato Casserole
Pairing Wine and Food - Scientists in Japan are reporting the first scientific explanation for one of the most widely known rules of thumb for pairing wine with food.
‘Prewashed’ Salad - For people trying to get in their recommended daily servings of fruits and vegetables, prepackaged green salads are an easy way to start a meal. But there’s growing concern that these convenient items aren’t as ready to eat as advertised.
Raps - After a summer filled with sunny beach days and sleepovers, getting kids motivated to head back to school and adjust to a new routine is often a challenge. To make the transition a little easier for kids and parents, here are some tips and fun ideas to get creativity flowing and wake-up brains for learning.
Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes - Cheryl Koompin knows a thing or two about getting dinner on the table for her family after a long day of work. She and her husband raised two boys while maintaining the family's potato farm in American Falls, Idaho.
Southwest Chicken Pasta Salad - Summer entertaining season is here and it's time to take advantage of the warm weather by getting together with family and friends. Simplicity is key, so toss the complicated menus and decor out the window in favor of cold platters, fresh fruits and vegetables and sunny skies so you can spend more time out of the kitchen and with your guests.
Spring Recipes - Rain showers and blooming flowers aren't the only things that will be kind to your sense of smell this spring. It's also the time of year when you start to bake up homemade breads, cookies, and moist crumbly muffins.
Spring Recipes - Rain showers and blooming flowers aren't the only things that will be kind to your sense of smell this spring. It's also the time of year when you start to bake up homemade breads, cookies, and moist crumbly muffins.
Summer grilling meets healthy potato salad - Summer is here, and that means barbecues, get-togethers and outdoor parties with friends and family. With so many tempting treats, it can be hard to snack smartly, but some easy substitutions here and there can keep the whole family on track all summer long.
Summer Snacks - Summer is here, and that means barbecues, get-togethers and outdoor parties with friends and family. With so many tempting treats, it can be hard to snack smartly, but some easy substitutions here and there can keep the whole family on track all summer long.
Super Foods - SWhen you're paying attention to good nutrition, it's easy to spend a lot of time focusing on what not to eat.
Sweet Potatoes - Try sweet potatoes for a healthy, flavorful addition to your family dinners.
The Black Pig BBQ's Screeching Banshee Pork Chili - After an intensive cross-country search for Canada's best chili recipe, which culminated in a live cook-off competition in Toronto, Mike Callaghan from London, Ontario won a trip for two to the Mayan Riviera for his recipe.
Teriyaki Cubed Steaks  - This recipe is from Kelly J Mathews of CouponsCraftsandCauses.com. It sounds wonderful. Can't wait until I can give it a try.
Tuscany - All types of cuisines, from Italian to Latin to Asian, have a set of core staples that are essential to creating a distinctively authentic meal.
Vegetarian Pizza - While it may be difficult to decide on pizza toppings, the foundation of a pizza is an element most can agree on, as 43 percent of Americans believe the crust is the most important part of the pizza, followed by sauce (23 percent), toppings (21 percent) and cheese (13 percent). The majority also agrees that customization is key to making pizza at home; more than one-third (36 percent) of respondents said choosing toppings and sauces is the best part, while 22 percent prefer to pile it on and use as many toppings as they like.
Vidalia and Pear Honey of a Soup - Churchill's "Vidalia and Pear Honey of a Soup" was the winning recipe in the Vidalia Onion Committee's "Sweet Times with Vidalias" recipe contest.
White or Wheat? - "White or wheat?" Restaurant patrons are often presented with this familiar, yet inaccurate, question when ordering toast or a sandwich. Given the confusion between whole and enriched grain products, it's not surprising that this phrase is universally accepted among the general public.
 
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