Food And Beverage

ABOVE PHOTO:  Caribbean Hot-Pot Broth with Papaya Pica Sauce   Family Features Heat up your next get-together by inviting family and friends over to try a DIY trend, the hot-pot party. It can be easy to prep and your guests can enjoy cooking and customizing their own meals. First, prepare a rich, flavored broth and…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Spicy Sheet Pan Roasted Jambalaya Family Features At times, spending hours in the kitchen can be a relaxing, enjoyable experience. However, a busy weeknight isn’t one of those times, even for the most avid home cook. Fortunately, solutions like sheet pan suppers make it easy to create dishes with exceptional flavor depth that…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Stackable Ombre Heart Cookies   FAMILY FEATURES Treat family, friends and co-workers to something they will all love this Valentine’s Day by making easy and impressive cookies. Start with your favorite roll-out cookie recipe or simply dress up store-bought ones by adding some simple details with icing.  From the cupids at Wilton, here…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Campanelle with Prosciutto and Peas FAMILY FEATURES As winter chills settle in, one way to warm up from the inside/out is with family meals with a delicious bowl of comfort food like pasta, soups and stews at the center. By planning your weeknight menu to include wholesome, organic foods made with no artificial…

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Quick and tasty ideas for game day ABOVE PHOTO:  Grilled Sausage Skewer Sandwiches Family Features Take your tailgating game to new heights this season with fresh dishes that are easy to make and serve, whether your tailgating tradition takes place at the game or at home. Fast prep times and short ingredient lists make these…

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Family Features When the clock ticks down toward game day and you’re putting together a snacking plan of attack, turn to recipes like these that you and your guests can savor for all four quarters of action. With different choices to draft from, there’s no need for a superstar main course at the center of…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Apple Brie Bites   Family Features When it comes time to entertain family and friends, it’s important to have a few simple, warm appetizers and small plates at the ready. Plan your menu with recipes that can be prepped ahead of time and popped in the oven when guests arrive. It can make…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Holiday Deviled Eggs Family Features From savory appetizers to delicious holiday gifts, cheese is a must-have holiday ingredient. These recipes from Chef George Duran, host of TLC’s “Ultimate Cake Off” and Food Network’s “Ham on the Street,” make it easy to elevate your cheeseboard, serve up delightfully delicate puffed pastries or make glass…

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Photo courtesy of Getty Images Family Features With the holidays quickly approaching, it is time to begin planning menus and shopping for groceries, which may leave you facing endless shelves of wine.  Choosing wines to pair with your holiday meal is an important part of the menu planning process. A smart rule is to select…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Peppermint Truffle Cookies   Family Features The next best thing to baking cookies for many home chefs is baking cookies with friends. Dust off your favorite recipes, create a festive playlist and fill your home with the tantalizing aroma of baked goodies for the ultimate Christmas cookie party. Turn things up a notch…

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