FOOD FUN: Strawberry Margarita Jello Shots

We celebrated Cinco de Mayo with these Margarita Jell-O shots, created by Good Cocktails.com. Mix up some strawberry Margarita Jell-O (yes, with tequila) and pour into hollowed-out strawberry cups. Refrigerate, garnish with a small slice of lime, and serve. It’s delicious and fun. Here’s the recipe.   A strawberry serves as the shot glass. Photo…
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RECIPE: Almond Pancakes Plus What Is Marzipan

[1] Marzipan-like almond pancakes (photo © Target). [2] One of our favorite mascarpone brands (photo © Vermont Creamery). [3] Marzipan is a popular confection in Europe (photo © Neuhaus Chocolates). [4] Here’s a recipe to make your own marzipan, from Plating Cravings (photo © Plated Cravings).   Does Mom like marzipan? Whip up some of…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Vegan Wraps For Earth Day

We’re recommending vegan wraps for Earth Day. Animal-free foods are more sustainable, so today’s the day for a vegan lunch. These two recipes were sent to us from Red Rock Press, from their book, A White House Garden Cookbook by Clara Silverstein. Both are lettuce wraps, but you can also use tortilla wraps. The first…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Make A Tian, A Beautiful Vegetable Dish

Tian is an ancient Chinese term for the cosmos. But head west, and tian is a word from the old Provençal language of the south of France. It’s an earthenware vessel used both for cooking and serving, and it’s also the name of the au gratin vegetable dish prepared in it. The dish can be…
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FOOD FUN: Ham & Cheddar Polenta Fries

Here’s something fun to make with leftover Easter ham: potato-free Ham and Cheddar Polenta Fries. The recipe is from QVC’s chef, David Venable. David says, “These polenta fries can be eaten as an appetizer or a side, and can be served with anything from honey-mustard to aioli.” RECIPE: HAM & CHEDDAR POLENTA FRIES Ingredients 1…
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