Ceviche makes for a perfect dinner special

February 1, 2023

Valentine’s Day dinners out on the town can be special. However, there is no denying that reservations can be difficult to come by and some establishments must limit their menus for this busy night to make it easier to serve a packed house. Because restaurants can be so busy on February 14, some couples may opt to stay in and enjoy a special home-cooked, romantic meal. Shellfish may not be served at home on a regular basis, which makes it an option for a memorable Valentine’s Day dinner. Ceviche is popular along Mexico’s western seaboard and consists of very fresh raw seafood ...

Creamy scalloped potatoes are fit for a winter evening meal

February 1, 2023

Scalloped potatoes are creamy, delicious and are a great low-carb option for a winter evening dinner. Scalloped Potatoes Recipe courtesy of Diabetes Food Hub, American Diabetes Association Ingredients: 6 medium russet potatoes 1 medium yellow onion, cut into thin strips 1 cup fat-free half and half 1/2 cup reduced fat sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Preheat oven to 400 degees Fahrenheit. Peel potatoes and slice into thin rounds. Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray sauté onions and potatoes over ...

Culinary Creations: Dried Chile Salsa

January 25, 2023

(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 ...

Recipe Gals: Oatmeal two ways and flavorful dinner options

January 25, 2023

Time is going by so fast. January is almost over. Hurray! I have a couple of very simple recipes for people who do not have a lot of time to be in the kitchen. One is a quick breakfast on the go or eat before you go to work or school. The other is a quick chicken recipe for dinner. Overnight Oats with fresh Blueberries 3/4 cup nonfat milk or milk of your choice 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats 1/3 cup blueberries 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon pinch of salt 1 tablespoon toasted sliced ...

‘Let’s Cook’ class offered at Penn State Extension

January 25, 2023

Research shows that eating plans focused on fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy products help lower blood pressure. This hands-on cooking class follows the DASH eating plan, designed to help treat and prevent high blood pressure. Learn about correct portion sizes and how to prepare and eat a variety of foods that help create a heart-healthy eating style for life, according to a press release announcing the event. Participants will enjoy a generous taste of every dish made, the release said. The class will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023, from noon to 2 p.m. at the Penn State ...

Fresh, salty potato chips can’t be beat

January 25, 2023

Everyone has his or her own idea of comfort food. For some, it is biting into a piping-hot slice of pepperoni pizza. Others can’t get enough of a hearty bowl of beef stew. Snack foods also can be categorized as comfort foods — and potato chips (or “crisps” as they’re known across ...