RECIPE: Fingerling Potatoes In Mushroom Sauce

Rich in flavor and texture: a delicious potato-mushroom casserole. Photo courtesy PotatoGoodness.com.   Are you making a special New Year’s Eve dinner? This dressed up fingerling potato dish in a rich wild mushroom sauce is a festive side. Plus, it’s an easy, one-skillet dish. It’s from the United States Potato Association, which has many more…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Blood Oranges Are In Season

In the produce world, few things are more memorable than a good blood orange. The emphasis is on “good,” of course: Some farmers grow delicious fruit, others grow less-than-tasty fruit to meet the so-called demands of the marketplace for lower price points. (Honestly, though: Who wouldn’t willingly pay more for an orange or an apple…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Christmas Leftovers Pot Pie

Cut the air vents on the crust with star-shaped cookie cutters. Photo courtesy Betty Crocker.   Last month, chef Johnny Gnall suggested creative ways to use Thanksgiving leftovers. Today, he does the same with Christmas leftovers. If you have questions or suggestions for tips, email Chef Johnny. This past Thanksgiving, I got creative and turned…
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RECIPE: Christmas Meringues

No-fat, no-gluten meringues are a light dessert with coffee or tea. Photo courtesy BellaBaker.com.   Meringues are a light dessert that go well with coffee, tea or a scoop of ice cream. They’re dairy-free, fat-free and gluten-free. They’re a treat for your guests or a a delightful gift for your holiday hosts. Lauryn Cohen of…
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