Can’t decide what to serve for your July 4th bash? Why not follow the current fad and throw a new-fangled burger on the grill? Lamb, buffalo, chicken and tuna are more exciting and, for the most part, healthier than the all-beef variety. Moreover, these sandwiches will add a touch of fun and style to the […]
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Sniff, thump or squeeze your way to ripe fruit
Here’s the low-down on methods and secrets to picking perfect produce. Artichokes. These majestic orbs have a mysterious quality to the uninitiated. The key to finding one with a soft and flavorful heart is the tightness of the leaves. The overall look of the vegetable should be rounded, not spiked. (A hint about cooking — […]
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Hoards of customers have become worshipers of this tart Korean frozen yogurt, found previously only on the coasts. Fat-free and remarkably healthful, you can treat yourself every day and not feel guilty! Four flavors are offered daily, original and green tea, as well as two rotating fruit flavors. Top with mochi balls, cereal, fresh fruit, […]
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My world has been turned upside down. M&M’s have been my favorite candy since my childhood. I remember eating them with abandon while at camp in Minnesota. On our days off, my fellow counselors and I would go to the grocery store in town and eat all the junk food we could amass. M&M’s were […]
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Need a little heat in the kitchen? There’s a vast array of condiments on grocery store shelves that will spice up any dish, from soups to entrees. Tabasco is the obvious choice, but what about Sriracha sauce, an oriental hot chili sauce, or Sambal Oelek, a ground fresh chili paste? A dab of either works […]
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Pesto is one of life’s greatest delights–whether it is made with arugula, basil, or cilantro. Make up a batch and freeze it in ice cube trays so you’ll always have some on hand: try it as a quick fix for a bland soup; to add a layer of complexity to a sauce; or to perk […]
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My son Jason’s housemate in Boston unwittingly gave me the topic for this article. When my husband and I visited Jason over the holidays, Joseph remarked that he had never seen anyone use the freezer as much as Jason does. He agreed that the concept made sense until he saw Jason munch on a homemade […]
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