Category: Recipes

TIP OF THE DAY: Agua Fresca For Cinco De Mayo

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Make agua fresca for Cinco de Mayo. Photo © Raptor Captor | Fotolia.   In Spanish, agua fresca means fresh water. In culinary terms, it refers to a variety of refreshing cold drinks that are sold by street vendors and at cafés throughout Latin America; they’re also sold bottled and are whipped up at home.…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Veggie Fries Recipe

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Get everyone to eat more vegetables—French fried! Photo courtesy Arch Rock restaurant | Santa Barbara.   A few weeks ago we published a recipe for truffle fries from Arch Rock Fish restaurant in Santa Barbara. This luxurious comfort food seasons French fries with truffle oil and shaved Parmesan cheese. Few people turn down French fries.…
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Grits Are Not Just A Side At Breakfast (& More About Grits)

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[1] Yellow grits from Anson Mills—the best grits we’ve ever had (photos #1, #2 and #4 © Anson Mills). [2] White grits are milder-tasting. The yellow variety has a stronger taste and a gentle hint of sweetness. [3] Polenta is the Italian word for cornmeal. This is heirloom polenta from Anson Mills. [4] A classic…
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RECIPE: Barbecue Sauce Secrets Revealed

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It’s easy to make your own barbecue sauce. Photo by Eddie Berman | IST.   If you want a balsamic vinaigrette, mix two tablespoons of balsamic vinegar with three tablespoons of olive oil and a pinch of salt. It’s that simple: You don’t have to spend $5.00 on a bottle of salad dressing. If you…
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