TIP OF THE DAY: Freezing Blueberries

Freeze ‘em while you can. Photo courtesy BlueberryCouncil.org. Berries are healthy and low in calories. Strawberries and raspberries are affordable year-round. But blueberries get very pricey out of season (and they aren’t as flavorful, either). Since blueberries are still affordable, freeze as many pints as you have room for. It’s easy: 1. Rinse berries and…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato Salad

This BLT salad is a guaranteed winner. Photo courtesy Morton’s The Steakhouse. Turn the popular BLT sandwich into a side or main salad, and you’ll have everyone asking for more salad. RECIPE 1. Cut a small iceberg lettuce or large heart of romaine in half. (This is for a large salad. For a smaller salad,…
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Host A Hot Dog Or Bratwurst DIY Party Bar With Toppings Galore

[1] What’s better than one hot dog topping? Lots of options! Here, here, pimento cheese and pickled jalapeños (photo © Birdie’s Pimento Cheese). [2] Our dream condiment spread (photo © Shared Appetite—read the full article). [3] On the other hand, if you want to serve potato salad, how about a garnish of brats? Make a…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Red Caviar Bagel

[1] A special-occasion bagel with smoked salmon and caviar (photos © California Caviar Company). [2] A great breakfast with a great view.   For a special-occasion bagel, serve the bagel with affordable salmon caviar: It’s a no-brainer to put smoked salmon on a bagel. But how about salmon caviar? Try salmon caviar instead (or in…
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