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Bountiful blueberries make treats even better

There are so many reasons to include blueberries in recipes. Not only are they plentiful in supermarkets and at fruit stands, blueberries often perfectly balance the sweet with the tart in flavor. These little berries also are one of the most antioxidant-rich fruits you can find, plus they are ...

Flavorful, grilled potato pizza is on the rise

Grilled Idaho potato pizza with rosemary, onions and ricotta cheese is a delicious and easy summer dinner. Thinly sliced Yukon gold potatoes, onions and rosemary are nestled into ricotta-topped grilled pizza dough. Grilled Idaho Potato Pizza Recipe courtesy of Cheryl Bennett, food blogger, Pooks Pantry Ingredients: 2 – 1 pound balls of pizza dough homemade or store-bought 2 pounds Yukon gold Idaho potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1⁄16 inch rounds 1 medium sweet onion, peeled and sliced thinly into half-moons (about 1 1/2 cups) 1/2 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh ...

Sweet and spicy recipes for summer: Ribs, mango daiquiri

FAMILY FEATURES — Turn up the heat this summer and spice your way to delicious warm-weather recipes by using subtle ingredients that bring out bold flavors in your favorite foods. Adding a taste-enhancing option to your repertoire — TajÌn Fruity Chamoy Sauce — can make your summer ...

How fresh, local produce can boost your health and happiness

As the world becomes increasingly fast-paced and globalized, it can be easy to lose touch with the natural rhythms of life. Eating with the seasons is one way to reconnect with the earth and boost your health and happiness. This practice involves consuming locally grown food harvested during peak season rather than relying on imported or out-of-season produce from far-flung locales. Eating with the seasons has numerous benefits for individuals and communities alike. Consuming seasonal fruits and vegetables also helps tune in to the rhythms of nature and foster a sense of gratitude ...

Don’t have udon? Try spaghetti in this ‘Asian noodle’ dish

With bold, exciting flavors and speedy cooking, savory Asian noodles are ideal for weeknight meals. But what happens if all you have in the pantry is spaghetti? No problem. Though the dish won’t be traditional, Italian noodles can make a good stand-in for Asian noodles if that’s what you ...

Slow-cooked salmon makes a perfect entrée

Fish typically does not require a lengthy cooking time, which makes it both tricky and ideal to serve when hosting friends and family at home. The short cooking time of fish makes it great for hosts who want to spend more time with their guests and less time cooking. However, that same short cooking time means it’s easy to overcook fish. And no one wants to serve or eat dry, overcooked fish. Slow-baking and slow cooking could prove the best of both worlds for cooks who want to serve fish but avoid overcooking it. This recipe for “Salmon with Spiced Red Lentils and Bacon” from ...