RECIPE: Popcorn Ball Ice Cream Sandwiches

Make an ice cream sandwich with a “popcorn ball” sandwich. Photo courtesy Popcorn.org.   August 2nd is National Ice Cream Sandwich Day. Sure, ice cream between two cookies or thin slices of cake makes a great sandwich. But try something different this year: Make the “sandwich” part from popcorn balls. This recipe takes the ingredients…
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RECIPE: Grilled Corn Salad

Fresh grilled corn salad. Photo courtesy QVC.   Got corn? Fresh-picked local corn has just appeared in our area. We celebrated by eating some of it raw (try it, it’s delicious), boiling some, and grilling some for this corn salad from QVC chef David Venable. David says, “I love to have a side dish that…
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Layered Salad & Produce—Vibrant Colors Of Fruits & Vegetables

Layering is trending as a light and refreshing approach that makes you want to eat more salad. The contrast of different colored vegetables (and fruits) makes the food all the more tempting. This recipe is by Zac Benedict for the California Avocado Commission. This recipe (below) uses 12-ounce mason jars, a main-dish size salad for…
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