Food And Beverage

ABOVE PHOTO:  Curried Pumpkin Soup Family Features Moms pride themselves on serving their families wholesome, homemade meals. But here’s the reality: 60 percent of moms think that coming up with dinner ideas is more difficult than getting their children to go to bed on time. Moreover, 61 percent of moms frequently order takeout or go…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Tomato Soup with Homemade Olive Oil Croutons   Set the menu for easy entertaining   FAMILY FEATURES One of the best-kept chef secrets to hosting the most memorable at-home parties is keeping the food simple and adding small details to make it special. After all, a host who isn’t hard at work in…

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FAMILY FEATURES Some of the most beloved flavors are inspired during the fall, and there are few better ways to enjoy the season’s best than with a group of friends and family. Get ready to wow guests with seasonal treats that invite everyone to indulge in fall flavors. Even adults can enjoy getting hands-on with…

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FAMILY FEATURES Plan ahead for your weekend brunch with this delicious Farmer’s Casserole recipe.  You’ll enjoy this hearty combination of meat, cheese, eggs and a little bit of spice with some jalapenos.  You can also prepare this recipe the night before and let it chill till you are ready to pop it in the oven….

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Cooking with canned foods combines convenience and nutrition   FAMILY FEATURES Simple, convenient and versatile, canned foods provide an array of options for families looking to increase nutrition during mealtimes. However, some home chefs may not be aware of the benefits canned foods bring to the table.  Consider these common consumer misnomers cleared up by…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Honey-Balsamic Glazed Salmon FAMILY FEATURES Hectic daytime schedules can often lead to even busier evenings, which makes putting dinner on the table in less than an hour a valuable time-saver for home chefs. Balancing a busy lifestyle with healthy food choices can certainly become a tall task, but making filling, nutritious meals a…

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Mexican menu ideas for simple family dinners   Family Features When the school year is back in full swing, families often find themselves battling the mealtime crunch. Mexican-inspired meals bursting with flavor are known family-friendly picks that can be easily prepared and put on the table on those frenzied weeknights. These simple ideas from the…

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ABOVE PHOTO: Roasted Cod with Fennel and Grapes   Family Features When it comes to balancing heart-healthy meals with appealing flavors, it’s important to lean on nutritious ingredients that pack mouthwatering taste. For example, grapes are a delicious yet subtle way to incorporate a little something extra into your diet while adding a juicy burst of…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Tuna Sliders with Green Chilies   FAMILY FEATURES When school is back in session, the real test for parents is not in the classroom, but in the kitchen. Between breakfast, lunch and dinner – not to mention snacks – meal planning seems endless and daunting. With convenient options like canned ingredients on-hand, parents…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Grilled Chicken and Pineapple Skewers with Lemon-Cucumber Salsa   FAMILY FEATURES Summer is all about enjoying the warm weather with family and friends, but even with the longer summer days, the season can feel short for many. That’s why it’s important to make the most of summer by maximizing your fun in the…

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