Eggs Benedict Casserole Recipe ~ National Eggs Benedict Day

April 16th is National Eggs Benedict Day, celebrating the English muffin topped with Canadian bacon, a poached egg, hollandaise sauce, and chopped chives. We’ve got a twist on it: an Eggs Benedict Casserole recipe. Classic Eggs Benedict, a popular brunch item, was created in the 19th century by a prominent chef for a wealthy lady’s…
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Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe For National Grilled Cheese Day

[1] A pizza grilled cheese sandwich with pepperoni (photo © Emily Ellyn). [2] Sliced mozzarella cheese (photos #2 and #3 © Frigo Cheese). [3] Ricotta cheese is blended with a marinara sauce for the sandwich and for dipping. [4] A Caprese Grilled Cheese Sandwich—the grilled cheese version of the Caprese Salad. Here’s the recipe (photo…
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Fondue Vs. Fonduta: What Is The Difference?

April 11th is National Cheese Fondue Day. Fondue, a melted cheese dish (photo #1), originated in the Swiss canton of Neuchâtel. (Don’t confuse Neuchâtel with Neufchâtel, a soft cheese made in Neufchâtel-en-Bray, a commune* in the French region of Normandy.) Fondue, which derives from the French verb “fondre”, meaning to melt, is an 18th-century dish…
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BLT Polenta Recipe For National BLT Month

How about a BLT Polenta recipe for National BLT Sandwich Month, April)? It’s a combination of comfort food and food fun (photo #1). Sundried polenta is garnished with pancetta (Italian bacon), spinach (for the lettuce), and sundried tomatoes. Plus, a poached egg and pearl onions are added to make this a brunch, lunch, or dinner…
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Caramel Corn Recipes For National Caramel Corn Day

[1] Make your own caramel corn (photos #1, #2, #3 and #6 © The Popcorn Board). [2] You can buy the popcorn if you wish, but be sure to make your own caramel. [3] The result: dee-licious! [4] Use caramel corn as a garnish on pies, cakes and cupcakes. This one uses a pecan pie…
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