TIP OF THE DAY: Ramekins For Easy Portion Control

There are certain foods that are so delicious that one can’t help but want seconds. We feel that way about risotto. Chocolate pudding. Macaroni and cheese. One way to avoid taking a second slice or scoop is to serve the food in ramekins for portion control. There’s no large dish brought to the table to…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Waffle Bar

For fun party fare, set up a waffle bar. Guests take a plain waffle and add favorite toppings to create their dream waffle dessert. Set out different bowls of: Sliced bananas and other fruits Berries Chocolate chips Toffee bits Sliced almonds Syrups and/or dessert sauces (chocolate, caramel, berry) Whipped cream Ice cream Anything else that…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Serve Soup In Shots

A large bowl of soup can be a filling first course at dinner. A shot glass of soup gives a satisfying two sips and leaves room for other dishes. It’s also a perky way to start off a meal. Simply fill shot glasses or small juice glasses with soup and add a garnish or two.…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Savory Mascarpone Recipes

A bowl of mascarpone dip. Photo courtesy Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board. Mascarpone, the thick and delicious “Italian cream cheese,” is the key ingredient in tiramisu and a favorite for topping berries. In fact, it’s thanks to tiramisu, which has become a favorite dessert in the U.S., that most of us know what mascarpone is. The…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Halloween Gift

Headed out to a Halloween party? You could bring a bottle of wine or other libation that will blend in with all the bottles brought by everyone else. Instead, make your hostess gift stand out—permanently. A mug, plate or other Halloween-themed serving piece will be a permanent reminder that you came to party. To add…
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