TOP PICK OF THE WEEK: Protein Bakery, Delicious Bites With Extra Protein

“Fitness is my business, baking is my passion,” says Stephen Charles Lincoln, a fitness instructor who enjoys a good brownie and cookie. Way back in 1999, he created the Protein Bakery to bake goodies amped up with whey protein, undetectable to the palate. We only heard about it recently, but we’re thrilled with the result:…
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FOOD FUN: Grow Vegetables Into Hearts & Stars

It’s too late to grow vegetables in star shapes for this July 4th, but you can plan ahead for next year. While you’re at it, plan to grow and freeze some heart-shaped slices for Valentine’s Day or anniversaries. If only we had a small plot of land, we’d grow cucumbers and tomatoes just so we…
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RECIPE: Red, White & Blueberry Layer Cake

As a follow-up to the lovely red, white and blueberry shortcake, here’s another stunner. The “ooh” factor comes from the number of layers: five. You can top it with whatever fresh fruit is in season, but for July 4th, blueberries, raspberries and strawberries are appropriately festive. Chef Sarah of the Los Gatos, California Sur La…
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PRODUCT: Veri Soda, Organic & Low Calorie

When “natural” isn’t good enough for you, go all the way. That’s what the makers of Veri Organic Soda did, creating a line of USDA certified organic and low-calorie soda (the first organic and low calorie line), sweetened with organic cane sugar and organic stevia. It’s very flavorful soda with modest calories, no artificial ingredients…
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JULY 4th: Red, White & Blue Parfaits

Patriotic parfaits. Photo courtesy McCormick.   Sweeten your July 4th celebration with these creamy, layered red, white and blue parfaits. The vivid colors come from McCormick’s Neon food colors. RECIPE: RED, WHITE & BLUE PARFAITS Ingredients For 12 Parfaits 3-1/2 cups heavy cream, divided 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar,…
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