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Sicilian swordfish cooks gently in rustic tomato-caper sauce

From May to August each year, the turbulent waters between Sicily and Calabria erupt with fishermen searching for what's known as the king of the strait, swordfish. Once on land, the massive fish is cut into succulent steaks for one of Southern Italy's most emblematic summertime dishes, pesce ...

Pairing foods with exercise: Benefitting digestion

Food pairing is often discussed in terms of which wines best complement particular dishes. But pairing food with exercise merits consideration, as it can create the balance needed for overall health. Food plays an important role in workouts, giving individuals the energy necessary to perform at their peak. Timing meals appropriately and knowing what to eat before or after a workout can make a difference. Creatine benefits weight lifting Creatine is an organic acid that is an important ingredient for short duration, high-intensity exercises, such as weight lifting. According to Kelly ...

Roasted veggie sandwiches are ideal for picnic dinners

Opportunities for enjoying sunshine and fresh air abound in spring and summer. Who wants to be stuck indoors when the weather is pleasant? People engage in all sorts of activities while enjoying Mother Nature, including dining outside. When it comes to picnics or meals enjoyed at the beach ...

Culinary Creations: Mexican Shrimp Cocktail is fresh and flavorful

(EDITOR’S NOTE: Culinary Creations is a column that prints the last week of every month. It is written by Shawn L. Hanlin, executive chef of Le Jeune Chef Restaurant, operated by Pennsylvania College of Technology’s School of Business, Arts & Sciences as a training site for students in ...

Eggflation and its impact on food inflation

In December of 2022, the price of a dozen eggs reportedly hit $4.25. The United States Department of Agriculture reports that as of January 6, 2023, 58 million birds had caught the nation's deadliest avian flu epidemic. Due to the disease, there is now a shortage of eggs, which has led to increased pricing. According to the USDA, the average annual egg consumption per person in the United States is 278. The current increase in egg prices results from increased demand and a diminished supply brought about by the avian influenza pandemic. In addition to being a frequent source of ...

Comforting Syrian soup pulls practically everything from pantry

The Syrian soup shurba w'kibbeh is pure comfort food, a rustic mixture of meatballs and rice in a simple tomatoey broth that's redolent with warm spices. It's also a prime example of the complex flavor you can build by drawing on ingredients already in your pantry. This recipe from our book ...