RECIPE: Strawberry Pistachio Nougat + Nougat History

If your Mother’s Day celebration includes nougat fans, whip up a batch of this Strawberry Pistachio Nougat from chef and cookbook author Samir Nosrat. There’s also nougat history—the roots of the recipe go as far back as the 10th century in the Middle East. A delicious recipe is below. Nougat (U.S. pronunciation: NOO-got, French pronunciation…
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Soft Pretzel Bites Recipe For National Pretzel Day

What do you bake on National Pretzel Day (April 26th)? Pretzel bites! These soft, chewy pretzel bites are a version of the jumbo soft pretzels sold by street vendors, and are easier (well, let’s say more elegant) to eat than pulling apart a six-inches-wide pretzel. Warm from the oven and served with a cold beer:…
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Here Are 10 Things You Can Change For Earth Day: Just Pick 1

April 22nd is Earth Day an opportunity to make small changes to our eating habits to contribute to a healthier planet. The first Earth Day was held on April 22, 1970 (here’s the history). It led to the creation of the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the passage of the Clean Air, Clean Water Act…
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TIP OF THE DAY: More Modern Surf & Turf Ideas … Plus Spring Peas

National Surf & Turf Day falls on February 29th. Why would anyone choose to celebrate this tasty holiday only once every four years? That honor should go to, say, National Chocolate Covered Cashews Day, which happens to be today’s holiday (April 21st). Or how Kitchen Klutzes of America Day (June 13th), or Cheese Sacrifice Purchase…
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