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Slide these pork sandwiches into meal plans

Sliders are pint-sized sandwiches that pack a wallop of flavor into each bite. There are different stories regarding how sliders came to be. Some posit that the name came from the fact that sliders being so small can easily “slide down the throat,” a concept attributed to hungry American sailors during WWII. The burger chain White Castle also lays claim to the slider name, having built its brand upon these modest burgers. Although sliders are most often associated with hamburgers, modern recipes utilize different types of fillings between the buns. Because they’re small, sliders ...

Chipotle sliders go well with March Madness entertaining

Game day is one of my favorite times to entertain. I don't know why foods associated with watching sports on TV are happy-making. But they are. The food is pretty much what I would categorize as bar food – things you would order with a group of friends with a round of cold beers. Foods ...

Nutty snacks pack a flavorful, sweet punch

FAMILY FEATURES — The foundation of healthy eating may include nutritious breakfasts, lunches and dinners, but just as important are the snacks in-between meals. Regardless of when or where you snack, encourage better-for-you eating habits with nutritious nibbles to power through your ...

Could pasta become the go-to American budget meal in 2024?

According to the National Pasta Association, the average American eats about 20 pounds of pasta per year, at a rate of at least one pasta meal per week. As American food prices rise, more people are looking for budget-friendly meals to pinch pennies, and pasta could be the answer to their screaming wallets. The average price an American pays for pasta is about $1.45 per pound. It's easy to see why American pasta consumption is on the rise. If budget meals are your goal, pasta is a great choice. This simple meal is a crowd favorite, but what can you add? How can you keep those meals ...

Try this Hoppy Easter Bunny cake

CULINARY.NET — Warmer days at the start of spring mean Easter is almost here, and the big bunny himself will be hopping around in no time delivering goodies. This Easter, celebrate with your loved ones with a delicious and colorful Easter Bunny Butt Cake. It can bring smiles and laughter ...

Cheese, egg and bacon brunch staple is a savory winner

The recipes for “Farmhouse Skillet” from “Lord Honey Traditional Southern Recipes with a Country Bling Twist” (Pelican Publishing) by Chef Jason Smith, puts together a blend of savory ingredients into an egg casserole that can be a winner on any brunch table. Farmhouse ...