Spring is the time of year that abounds with beautiful colors. Spring rains provide not only a lush landscape but magical rainbows across the sky. What a wonderful way to celebrate with colorful dishes to match the season. Nature provides us with fruits and vegetables imbued with a palette of hues that not only look delicious but give us a hint of the vitamins and minerals they carry within. Knowing that we have the option to design dishes that are beautiful to look at as well as healthy to eat should tease our creative side to show off what fun…
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On May 22 it is National Craft Distillery Day. Craft spirits are different than other well known alcohols. They usually are only made in small batches. What this means is that there is only a limited amount of these types of spirits. Because of this, some craft spirits are hard to find. However, this is part of the fun for those that enjoy this type of alcohol. For those that want to celebrate National Craft Distillery Day, there are all sorts of ways to get in on the fun. Here are four different ways to celebrate this unique holiday. Visit…
Summer fruits are juicy, sweet, fresh, and delicious. The one fruit that totally embodies this time of the year is the strawberry. The image of a basket filled with strawberries brings us memories of family picnics, pies, and delicious smoothies to cool our bodies off. Go to your local farmers market, or to the produce section of your grocery store, and treat yourself to these juicy goodies. Check out these six amazing recipes that you can make with just a few ingredients. All that you need are fresh strawberries, cheeses, other local fruits, and just enough time to get your…
It’s National Pizza Party day! Gather your friends and family for a fun homemade pizza party. Follow the tips below on how to plan the perfect pizza party. Dough You can make traditional dough or you can purchase dough from a grocery store or market. Choose whatever you prepare and start rolling out the dough. Cheese Use mozzarella cheese or anytime blend of cheese that you enjoy. If any of your guests are lactose intolerant, make a pie with no cheese or vegan cheese. Sauce Purchase a canned sauce from your local grocery store, make your own sauce, or buy…
Homemade breads, biscuits, and croissants yield a plethora of happy childhood memories. Whether or not you actually helped your mother or grandmother roll the dough, or if you loved to watch the affects of yeast in the slowing rising bread, you can certainly remember the smell of freshly baked bread being removed from the oven. Buttermilk biscuits offer all the qualities of filling comfort food, but require much less preparation time than most bread products. Biscuits are also among the most versatile foods and can be served with virtually every meal. Making homemade biscuits is much easier than you might…
Cola makes a perfect marinade and sauce for meats of all sorts and cuts. It has the perfect balance of acids and sugars to be that secret ingredient that enhances the flavor of your tired recipes. Add some pop to your menu with cola marinade recipes below. Oven Baked Cola Ribs These sweet and savory ribs will have you hiding the napkins in an excuse to lick your fingers like a kid. No BBQ even needed here. Ingredients • 2 lbs of your favorite pork ribs • 2 tbsp of soy sauce • 2 tbsp minced garlic • 1 finely…
Try the recipes inspired by the fresh and invigorating flavors of the Mediterranean. Easy Lamb Kebabs With Yogurt Sauce Ingredients • 3 tbsp minced red onion • 3 tbsp minced parsley • 3 tbsp minced cilantro • 3 tbsp minced mint • 2 garlic cloves, minced • 1 tsp cumin • 1 tsp paprika • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper • 1 pound ground lamb • 1 tsp olive oil • 1/2 cup plain yogurt • 2 tsp lemon juice • pinch of salt Instructions 1) To form the kefta, or pieces of lamb for your kebabs, toss the…
Who doesn’t love chips and salsa? It’s a versatile snack and all around favorite at parties. A jar of your favorite salsa is good in a pinch, but fresh, homemade salsas are generally far superior in taste. If you’re tired of mundane, processed salsas from the store, here are some unique salsa recipes to dip your chips. Try one or more of these recipes at your next party, and you’re sure to be the talk of your circle of friends. Tropical Curried Salsa This salsa puts a spicy, tropical twist on the usual dip. Serve with sweet potato corn chips…
Improving your eating habits can be challenging when you’re in an office environment that’s overwhelmingly unhealthy. From co-workers bringing in donuts to the convenient pizza place across the street, it can be difficult to come by office snacks that are nutritious. Fortunately, by taking the time to prepare snacks ahead of time, you can beat these daily temptations. This can make it easier to make better choices and turn down the most tempting treats. String Cheese and Almonds Almonds are packed with protein and low in carbohydrates, so they’re an excellent snack to help keep you feeling full. Combine these…
Pigs in a blanket are a delicious and mouthwatering All-American classic. The sky is the limit as to what you can do to spice up, embolden, or take your pigs in a blanket to a more flavorful dimension. This dish is extremely customizable, whether it be adding cheese, chili, herbs, seasonings, or other garnishes. Elevate your pigs in the blanket with the suggestions below. Sausages, Hotdogs, or Mini Cocktail Franks? One of the main questions that every pig in a blanket connoisseur tends to wrestle with, is should they use sausages, hotdogs, or mini cocktail franks as their staple meat…