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Easy Recipe hacks when you’ve run out of an ingredient

Recipe hacks when you’re out of an ingredient you can use these substitutes.                   1 cup of chopped onion will equal 1 large uncut onion in your recipe so when shopping for your recipe make a note of this.          2 1/2 cups cooked fresh tomatoes will equal 4 medium tomatoes or 1 lb. of tomatoes in your recipe. 2 cups canned tomatoes will equal  1 lb. can tomatoes in your recipe.         4 cups sliced apples will equal 4 medium apples in your recipe.     …

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Easy Entertaining

Easy Entertaining Whether you’re hosting a small weekend get-together, a large gathering, or anything in between, entertaining friends and family always provides an opportunity to create memories that last a lifetime. No host wants to miss the highlights because of an endless to-do list in the kitchen, but with the right recipes and refreshments, it’s easy to throw a successful, enjoyable dinner party for you and your guests. Courtesy www.EdnaValleyVineyard.com. Orzo with Lemon, Brie and Toasted Pine Nuts Serves: 8 1 lb. orzo pasta 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus 1 tbsp., divided 1 tbsp. lemon zest 3 tbsp. lemon …

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Cooking: Superbowl

No matter what the score is, give Superbowl fans something to cheer about with great food, and plenty of it. These simple, delicious recipes are easy to make, which means you can sit back and enjoy the game with everybody else. For more recipe ideas to make your game day party a winner, visit www.johnsonville.com. Italian Sausage Lollipops Yield: 20 lollipops 1 pkg. (19 oz.) Johnsonville Hot Italian Sausage Links 20 10- to 12-inch bamboo skewers Oil for deep frying (vegetable, peanut, or canola) Corn Batter 1 cup cornmeal 1 cup flour 1/4 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. black pepper 1/4 …

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Cooking: Heart Healthy Recipes

Cooking: Heart Healthy Recipes While preparing marinades this summer, remember that not all cooking oils are created equal. But good-for-you grilling can be as easy as using a heart-healthy oil, such as Mazola® Corn Oil. According to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Lipidology, corn oil can significantly reduce both total and so-called “bad” LDL cholesterol more than extra virgin olive oil. In fact, Mazola Corn Oil has four times more cholesterol-blocking plant sterols than olive oil and 40 percent more than canola oil. For more information visit www.Mazola.com. Southwest Style Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad with Creamy Chipotle …

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Game Day

The game is on, and whether your team consists of spice fanatics or sweets enthusiasts, these snacks are perfect. Complete your game day spread with delicious dips—and don’t forget the dippers. Add variety and color with sliced carrots, bell peppers, and broccoli as well as Blue Diamond Nut Thins, a crunchy dipper that’s also gluten-free. Recipes courtesy www.bluediamond.com. Blazin’ Buffalo Potato Skins Yield: 6-8 3 lbs. small russet potatoes Olive oil cooking spray 1 cup shredded reduced-fat or regular Monterey Jack cheese 1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken 1/4 cup buffalo wing sauce 1/2 cup crushed Blue Diamond Hint of Sea …

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Watermelon in Season

Sweltering describes many summer days in our area, so what could be better that a cool, refreshing salad, beverage, or other treat featuring watermelon. Recipes courtesy the Watermelon Promotion Board. Watermelon Waldorf Salad Yield: 4 servings 2 cups cubed watermelon (about ½” cubes) ½ cup sliced celery ½ cup seedless red grape halves Dash of salt ¼ cup Greek yogurt 2 tbsp. sliced almonds, toasted Stir together watermelon, celery, and grapes in bowl. Just before serving, stir salt into yogurt for dressing. Add water as desired to decrease dressing thickness. Pour mixture over fruit and stir until coated. Sprinkle with …

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Strawberries In Season

Strawberry season is in full swing in Tennessee, so it’s the perfect time to try a new recipe that makes strawberries the star. Of course, if you miss the local season, you can always enjoy these year ‘round with California strawberries. Recipes courtesy the California Strawberry Commission. Grilled Salmon with Strawberry Ginger Salsa Yield: 6 servings. Salsa: Prepare at least one hour ahead. 1 English or seedless cucumber, finely chopped 1 green onion, thinly sliced 1 tbsp. cilantro, cut into strips 3-4 tbsp. seasoned rice wine vinegar 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and diced small 1 yellow pepper Sauce: 1 …

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Superbowl recipes

No matter what the score is, give Superbowl fans something to cheer about with great food, and plenty of it. These simple, delicious recipes are easy to make, which means you can sit back and enjoy the game with everybody else. For more recipe ideas to make your game day party a winner, visit www.johnsonville.com. Italian Sausage Lollipops Yield: 20 lollipops 1 pkg. (19 oz.) Johnsonville Hot Italian Sausage Links 20 10- to 12-inch bamboo skewers Oil for deep frying (vegetable, peanut, or canola) Corn Batter 1 cup cornmeal 1 cup flour 1/4 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. black pepper 1/4 …

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Dirty Martini Steak Kabobs – cooking jan/feb 2012

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Favorites Reinvented with Flavorful Surprises With spice consumption at an all-time high across America, it’s an exciting time for flavor. According to the McCormick® Flavor Forecast®, different tastes, textures and colors are mixed and matched to deliver fun and excitement to eating. “We’re seeing a more adventuresome spirit in the kitchen – playful takes on America’s favorites that bring both the comfort of familiarity and the energy of the unexpected,” says Larry Tong, McCormick chef. “For example, a contemporary combination of mustard seed and vermouth sparks a martini-inspired steak kabob, complete with onion and olive garnishes.” Tong sees this lighthearted …

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Beef Stroganoff

1/4 cup shortening 1/2 cups fresh thinly sliced mushrooms 1 1/2 lbs. sirloin tip cut into 1/4 inch strips 2 tbsp. flour 3/4 lb. fresh tomatoes or 1 cup of canned tomatoes 1 1/2 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. pepper 1/4 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 1/2 cup sour cream   Saute onions in shortening for about 10 minutes, add mushrooms, cover and continue cooking for 5 minutes. Remove onions and mushrooms and place in a bowl.   Brown meat slowly and thoroughly. Sprinkle with flour and stir until blended. Add tomatoes and seasonings. Cover and simmer very slowly for 1-hour stirring occasionally. …

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