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Healthy Appetizers: Figs Oozing with Goat Cheese
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4.49 / 5 Stars | 34 Reviews
by Linda
“If you love figs, goat cheese and honey, then you’ll pop these onto your grill immediately. Just make sure your figs are ripe and that you get dozens.”
5 Smart Ways to Hide Power Strips and Cords in the Kitchen — Organizing Ideas from The Kitchn
Nothing ruins one’s tidying mojo quite like a mess of cords. Whether they’re from small appliances on the countertop or a kitchen charging station run amok, tangled cords are decidedly un-fun. Here are five ways to get them under control!
French Onion Soup
Is there anything more comforting on a chilly day than a hot bowl of French onion soup? Especially with a thick slice of toasted bread loaded with melty Gruyere cheese and lots of caramelized onions.
Recipe: Chicken and Wild Rice Bake — Freezer-Friendly Recipes from The Kitchn
I first started making this dish for my parents and siblings when I was in high school. As the eldest girl, I claimed free reign over the kitchen. Over the years I transitioned the recipe from using Cornish hens and boxed rice mix to easier-to-wield chicken pieces and a homemade blend of rice and seasonings.
Organic, But Not Certified: Are Alternative Produce Labels Legit? — Food News
A number of new food labels tout ‘organic but uncertified’ claims. These labels, from organizations like Certified Naturally Grown and Food Alliance, straddle the line between the USDA’s certified organic label on one side and the wishy-washy “all natural” label on the other. So what are you really getting with these labels?
Healthy Side Dishes: Bacon Baked Beans
Healthy Soups and Stews: Easy White Chili
Healthy Appetizers: Spicy Strawberry Kiwi Peach Salsa
4.83 / 5 Stars | 5 Reviews
by adamyosim
“This good summertime salsa hits your taste buds with the flavors of fresh peach, kiwi, strawberry, and jalapeno pepper.”
Why You Should Blanch Vegetables Before Freezing — Tips from The Kitchn
Second to homemade ice cream, the best things in my freezer are the bags of fresh vegetables I keep frozen. Whether from the grocery store or the farmers market, whenever I find a great deal on veggies, I always stock up. I don’t necessarily need them when I buy them, but I will eventually, so I freeze them for later.
Before stashing my favorite fresh veggies in the freezer, there’s one thing I do that makes them hold up even better.