With Good Friday upon us, I thought I’d write about one of my favorite Lenten dishes. I may not have grown up in a religious household, but we did follow certain Catholic traditions. For example, each year for Lent, we’d give up sweets (although I seem to recall Sundays were cheat days). And certainly we’d [...]
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Have I ever mentioned I’m a big fan of potatoes? Well, it’s true. So when tasked with bringing a dish to this week’s virtual tailgate party–hosted by none other than the #SundaySupper crew–the first thing that came to mind was potato salad. I know, I know, potato salad has been done all over the place, [...]
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Grilled Portobello Mushroom Salad Save Print Prep time 15 mins Cook time 5 mins Total time 20 mins Contributed with permission by the National Honey Board and ARA Content. Author: National Honey Board Recipe type: Salad Cuisine: American Serves: 4 Ingredients ⅓ cup honey ¼ cup balsamic vinegar 3 tablespoons soy sauce 2 [...]
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(ARA) – World famous chef Curtis Stone, star of the hit TLC show “Take Home Chef,” knows that each season is unique. With all the bounty of the summer season, cooks take advantage of the available produce to experiment with lighter fare and all the fresh vegetables that are readily available. “Each season presents different [...]
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Tortellini, Fresh Tomato and Pea Salad Save Print Contributed with permission by ARA Content. Recipe type: Salad Serves: 4-6 Ingredients 1 pound frozen cheese tortellini 1 cup frozen peas 4 tablespoons prepared Italian or balsamic salad dressing, divided 1 pound fully ripened fresh Florida tomatoes, cut in chunks (about 2-1/2 cups) ½ cup [...]
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(ARA) – Have you ever worried about your family getting tired of the same old varieties in your fruit bowl? Why not try something different, delicious Cara Cara oranges. Very juicy and best when eaten fresh out of hand, Cara Caras aren’t just for breakfast or snacks. This fruit is also popular with chefs for [...]
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(ARA) – For most of us, winter holiday memories are intertwined with the smells and tastes of favorite family dishes such as the aroma of roasting turkey, the warm spicy taste of pumpkin pie, or the cold tartness of a special cranberry salad. Certainly, family and friends can look forward to holiday gatherings this season [...]
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(ARA) – Once considered a summertime treat, grilling has become a year-round way to cook. It’s easy, and brings family and friends together for meals. Add a little panache and this basic cooking method turns a meal into a reason to celebrate. This stylish yet simple Steak Salad Martini is a great example of how [...]
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(ARA) – Warm, sunny weather beckons us outdoors for picnics. For some people, though, preparing a picnic can be daunting. Not anymore. Sandra Lee, the internationally acclaimed lifestyle expert, bestselling author and host of Semi-Homemade, offers tips for an easy, fun and satisfying picnic experience without all the work. Here are her easy tips. The [...]
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(ARA) – Whether salads are pre-packaged or fresh from your garden, medleys of fresh fruits and vegetables are without a doubt a summertime favorite for cookouts and family gatherings. This season, dress up your salads with pure honey. Honey is an all-natural sweetener that can add extra zest or a slightly sweet flavor to any [...]
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