TIP OF THE DAY: Olive Oil Martini

A slick of olive oil may seem unusual atop a Martini, but it adds a nifty layer of texture and flavor. Photo courtesy Foodista.com.   Many people enjoy an olive or two in their Martinis. Whether you do or you don’t, try an Olive Oil Martini. It’s a relatively new concept developed by the Chile…
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RECIPE: Bacon Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms

[1] Another way to enjoy bacon: stuffed into baby bella mushrooms (photo © Dietz & Watson). [2] Portabella mushrooms are large enough that one can serve as a first course (photo © Mushroom Council | Facebook)   When we saw this recipe for Gourmet Bacon Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms from Dietz & Watson, it seemed like…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Make A Stone Fruit Salad For Lunch Or Dinner

“Everybody must get stoned!” sang Bob Dylan in Rainy Day Women #12 & 35. Someone, whip him up a stone fruit salad! We all know how to slice fruits into an easy, healthful fruit salad. But how about taking it a step further, creating a sweet-and-savory salad for lunch or dinner? 1. MIX together your…
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RECIPE: Salted Caramel Pudding

For pudding lovers and dads who enjoy a sweet-and-salty dessert, here’s a silky pudding that emulates the one served at California Pizza Kitchen. Thanks to FransFavs.com who had the same pudding, went home and recreated it. Thanks, Fran! The rich caramel pudding is garnished with chocolate cookie crumbs, whipped cream, caramel sauce and flaked sea…
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RECIPE: Nachos For The World Cup

The Better Chip, makers of inspired corn chips in Beets, Chipotle, traditional Corn, Jalapenos, Spinach & Kale, sent us some equally inspired nacho recipes for the World Cup. Using popular ingredients from the teams’ home cuisines, the international nacho menu includes: American Hawaii Style Nachos: The Better Chip Jalapeño Chips with pulled pork, grilled pineapple…
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