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Make This Side Dish The Star on Thanksgiving

Food is foremost on the minds of Thanksgiving guests. While food is a big deal on just about every holiday, the meal really takes center stage on Thanksgiving. Although turkey can be a delicious main course, many Thanksgiving diners might admit they anticipate the side dishes more than the turkey. Potatoes, soups, salads and dinner […]
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Slow Cook Some Spicy Wings For The Game

Food enjoyed during a football game day is almost as exciting as the game itself! Certain foods have become part and parcel of watching a particular sport. For example, who can attend a baseball game and resist the temptation to indulge in a hot dog? For football fans, chicken wings are the go-to game day […]
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There’s Always Room For Pizza

When it comes to pizza, it is often difficult to stop after just one slice. Although pizza originated in Italy, people from all around the world have made pizza their own by experimenting with different flavor combinations and toppings. Whether you’re in the camp who thinks it isn’t pizza if there’s more than mozzarella cheese […]
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A Celebration Of Spanish Cuisine For Hispanic Heritage Month

Each year, beginning on September 15 and extending to October 15, communities across the country celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. The United States has benefitted from a boom in its Hispanic population over the last half century, making Hispanic Heritage Month a worthy reason to celebrate for Americans from all cultural backgrounds. The cultural contributions
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Keep The Barbecue Fired Up

Backyard barbecues remain popular even when the summer slowly begins to wind down. Though traditional favorites like hamburgers and hot dogs always have a place at the table, grilling afficionados may be on the lookout for new recipes to test their skills. “Buttermilk Chicken Kebabs” from “Casablanca: My Moroccan Food” (Firefly Books) by Nargisse Benkabbou […]
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These Dessert Bars Are Peachy Keen

Peaches are a favorite ingredient in many different types of desserts, from cobblers to pies. But in this recipe for “Fresh Peach Crumble Bar,” peaches are presented as a cross between a cake and cookie. Enjoy this recipe, courtesy of Saving Room for Dessert, as adapted from AllRecipes.com. Fresh Peach Crumble Bars Yield 20 Crust/Crumb […]
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Experiment With Tofu And New Flavors

Tofu is a versatile ingredient that takes on the flavors of a dish rather than overpowering it. Made of soybeans, tofu is an excellent protein source and can replace meat or dairy in many meals because of the variety of consistencies tofu comes in. “Fried Tofu in Dashi” is a classic sake shop or tavern […]