TIP OF THE DAY: Lettuce Wraps ~ Wrap It Up

Lettuce wraps are a Vietnamese specialty, often used as an appetizer or side instead of a main course. But for a light, better-for-you lunch or dinner, we enjoy them as a main. Lettuce wraps are a fun, interactive course for lunch or dinner. You can wrap up any boneless protein in a lettuce leaf; or…
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Israeli Salad Recipe & The History Of Israeli Salad

Updated July 2026 Israeli salad (salat yerakot, vegetable salad*, in Hebrew) is a chopped salad most commonly made with tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. It can also include bell pepper, and onion. Other ingredients, such as carrot and country-specific ingredients (more about that in a few paragraphs) can be added.…
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Mexican Street Food In Your Home: Elote & Esquites Grilled Corn Recipes

Updated July 2026 May 28th is National Something on a Stick Day, June 11th is National Elote Day, and July is National Corn Month. So today’s vote goes to elote (eh-LOW-tay), the Mexican version of corn on the cob, a popular Mexican street food, and equally popular made at home. Elote is the word for…
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PRODUCT: Quesadillas On The Grill

Quesadillas, anyone? Yes, and make them on the grill for a touch of smoky flavor! For just $7.98, you can get this Quesadilla Grill Basket from Williams-Sonoma, on sale from $19.95. In fact, at these prices get more than one, and grill multiple quesadillas at the same time. Then, enjoy smoky quesadillas hot off the…
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