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5 Ways to Celebrate National Fajita Day

Posted by on August 18, 2022

Ready for a fiesta of flavors, my friends? You’re in luck … today is National Fajita Day! Sizzling steak or chicken. Soft, warm tortillas. Charred sweet bell peppers and onions. Honestly, there’s a lot to love about this Tex-Mex tradition. (Frankly, if you’re at a restaurant and the server walks by your table with a read more »

Bayou Bourbon™ Glaze: 8 Ways

Posted by on July 28, 2022

Savory. Sweet. Succulent. Swirling with brown sugar, bourbon and hints of apple cider vinegar, onion and molasses, Bayou Bourbon™ Glaze is one of my favorite secret weapons for quick weeknight meals. It’s absolutely great for grilling in the summertime. And it’s surprisingly versatile, too! Wondering how you can make the most of it? From burgers read more »

6 DIY Dressings (and a video!)

6 DIY Dressings (and a video!)

Posted by on June 2, 2022

Have you ever read the ingredient label on a bottle of salad dressing? The list can be both long and chemical-sounding (what is Propylene Glycol Alginate, anyway?) and often contains preservatives, artificial flavors and dyes. If I’m going to eat a luscious bowl of healthy veggies, I want the dressing to be luscious and healthy read more »

Easy Meal Planning: Five weeknight favorites

Easy Meal Planning: Five weeknight favorites

Posted by on May 12, 2022

I’m always looking for the stars. Not the heavenly kind – the ones that show up next to product names, movie reviews and recipes online. Those ratings submitted by other people who have bought the stuff, seen the show or made the food, do more to influence me than all the slick ad copy that read more »

Make Any Night a Fiesta!

Make Any Night a Fiesta!

Posted by on May 5, 2022

Are you celebrating Cinco de Mayo today? Even if you don’t commemorate the victory of the Mexican army over the French in 1862, it’s a great reminder that a pitcher of margaritas, a tableful of tacos and a gathering of good friends make any occasion a fiesta! Whether you are celebrating a graduation, Mom or read more »

How to Make Orange Chicken (Oven or Air Fryer)

How to Make Orange Chicken (Oven or Air Fryer)

Posted by on April 21, 2022

Honestly, it’s hard to beat Chinese take-out. Sweet and sour chicken. Hunan beef. Shrimp lo mein. General Tso’s chicken. From the entrees to the egg rolls, there are so many deliciously crunchy-crispy items on the menu. But what if you don’t feel like leaving the house or tipping for delivery? It’s easy to put your read more »

Let’s Roll!

Let’s Roll!

Posted by on April 14, 2022

FACT: Things that are rolled, swirled, twisted or spun are FUN! So today, I’m going to share FIVE bold, rolled (and often extolled!) recipes that bring pinwheel panache to the party. First up–Minnesota Sushi! This adorable appetizer is the stuff of our Scanda-hoovian roots up here in the northland. Ham, cream cheese and pickles are read more »